Licensure Programs
*Leads to licensure by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)* A student’s plan of study is designed to meet licensure requirements according to Arkansas Law. Southern Arkansas University is not responsible for courses required for licensure if the state changes requirements after the student’s program is approved. Earning a master’s degree from Southern Arkansas University does not mean that the degree recipient will receive a license. The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) or other licensing agency determines who will receive a license. Note: For a candidate holding a graduate degree, Southern Arkansas University will review the candidate’s credentials on an individual basis and develop a program of study based on licensure requirements.
SAU School of Graduate Studies offers more than 30 unique degree and certificate programs from all four colleges of the University. Use the fields below to search and filter available programs.
Data analytics makes decision-making five times faster in a business setting, so it is no coincidence sixty percent of companies around the world use data and analytics to develop strategic plans for their businesses and maximize cost-efficiency. With this degree, candidates will learn how to analyze large data sets and generate data-informed business reports which… Read More
Students receiving a Leadership Certificate at the graduate level would be required to complete twelve Leadership/Management hours, including: MGMT 6083 Leadership Development, MGMT 6013 Human Behavior in Organizations, MGMT 6093 Leadership Action Project, and one of the leadership/management related electives. Learning Goals MBA students will be effective communicators, using information technology to enhance decision making… Read More
The Graduate Certificate in College Counseling and Student Affairs adds coursework aligned with CACREP standards to those with a Clinical and Mental Health Counseling program that desire to add College Counseling and Student Affairs Required Courses (12 Hours) COUN 6843 – Introduction to Student Affairs in Higher Education COUN 6853 – Student Affairs Theory and… Read More
Applicants must hold a master’s degree in a related counseling field, and meet the requirements for admission to the school counseling program. For more information contact the program director and visit SAU’s School Counseling website. Specialty Area Courses (6 credit hours) COUN 6123 Foundations of School Counseling COUN 6763 Development and Administration of School Couns… Read More
The Cyber Security and Privacy option focuses on security analytics (such as penetration testing and digital forensics), cyber defense and privacy compliance. Students are expected to have familiarity with computer systems and applications to pursue this option. Key career options include: security/privacy architect, forensic specialist, security/privacy compliance analyst, or pursuing doctoral studies. Undergraduate requirements Students… Read More
Students completing a Data Analytics certificate at the graduate level would be required to complete twelve hours. Two courses from a list of MBA electives and two courses from a list of MCIS electives. Prior to completing the MCIS electives the students would be required to complete a coding and programming course or demonstrate evidence… Read More
The launch of the Ed.D. in Rural and Diverse Educational Leadership comes at a critical time for Arkansas and for rural America. Educators and community leaders who serve rural and diverse communities face sharply changing demographics, reduced populations, and economic upheaval as industries relocate and rural manufacturing continues to decline. These challenges affect schools and students… Read More
Required Courses (12 Hours) SPED 6253 – Comprehensive Psychoeducational Evaluations SPED 6263 – Advanced Psychoeducational Evaluation and Intervention COUN 6753 – Internship: Educational Examiner COUN 6773 – Internship II: Educational Examiner
The Graduate Certificate in Elementary Education program at Southern Arkansas University is designed to enable candidates who graduated from SAU in the BSE Elementary Education (non-licensure) program to continue their career in education and be prepared to earn a license in K-6 education. Candidates in this certificate program are required to uphold the same knowledge,… Read More
The Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design is a 21 credit hour program. HALE 6233 Distance Learning Design and Administration HALE 6323 Curricular Design & Evaluation in Postsecondary Distance Learning HALE 6353 Foundations of Distance Learning HALE 6433 Survey of Adult Learning ID 6023 Instructional Design Theory & Practice ID 6043 Instructional Strategies and Tools ID… Read More
The non-degree program leading to licensure as a library media specialist is a twenty-four (24) credit hour program. Applicants to the program must hold a master’s degree, licensure as a teacher and meet the requirements for admission to the program in Library Media and Information Specialist. The program consists of the following courses: LMIS 6013… Read More
Statement of Purpose The Master of Arts in Teaching program at Southern Arkansas University is designed to enable career changes for those people who hold a baccalaureate degree in subject areas commonly taught at the elementary, middle, and secondary level, grades k-12. Candidates will be required to choose a track (elementary, middle, secondary, or K-12… Read More
The M.B.A. is offered by the Rankin College of Business at SAU and is fully accredited by AACSB, International, the premier accrediting body for colleges and schools of business. Fewer than five percent of all business programs worldwide are accredited by AACSB, which indicates the quality of our program. The general business emphasis curriculum includes… Read More
The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science (MCIS) program at the Southern Arkansas University is one of the largest, most affordable and highly attractive computer science graduate programs in the USA. The program offers a wide spectrum of online and onsite courses that are carefully designed to train the students in both theories… Read More
The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science (MCIS) program at the Southern Arkansas University is one of the largest, most affordable and highly attractive computer science graduate programs in the USA. The program offers a wide spectrum of online and onsite courses that are carefully designed to train the students in both theories… Read More
The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science (MCIS) program at the Southern Arkansas University is one of the largest, most affordable and highly attractive computer science graduate programs in the USA. The program offers a wide spectrum of online and onsite courses that are carefully designed to train the students in both theories… Read More
SAU’s M. Ed. in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE) is intended for: individuals seeking or occupying an advance in administrative or management positions in a variety of educational settings; faculty and other educators who seek to improve their adult teaching skills; other individuals who work with adults in a variety businesses or social services… Read More
The mission of programs in EDAS are to prepare candidates for leadership positions at the local school, district, regional, state and national levels. The program offers a master’s degree program in Educational Leadership in Administration and Supervision leading to licensure as a principal. Licensure programs are also offered for students holding a master’s degree who… Read More
The Master of Education: Instructional Facilitator/LEAD Teacher program is a 30-hour online licensure program designed for current teachers desiring to enhance their classroom teaching and leadership role. Candidates will demonstrate competency through performance and will participate in authentic field experiences that allow them to demonstrate proficiency in the Arkansas Teacher Leader Model Standards in K-12… Read More
The graduate program in library media and information specialist is committed to providing students with skills and knowledge basic to the profession of school library media and meeting the requirements for library media certification/licensure in Arkansas. Candidates pursuing certification in the state of Arkansas must meet the requirements as set forth by the state of… Read More
