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November 10, 2021
How to Use Your Post 9/11 GI Bill®
What is the Post 9/11 GI Bill®? The Post 9/11 GI Bill® helps eligible Service members and Veterans pay for school or job training. If you’ve served on active duty after September 10, 2001, you may qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33). Four Steps to Finance Your Degree at NU: STEP 1: Find ...
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November 9, 2021
Applying Your Sociology Degree to the Business World
The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is a versatile degree that “serves as an excellent springboard for a variety [of] careers in many diverse fields,” to quote the American Sociological Association (ASA). A sociology degree is also a valuable strategic investment in your future — particularly for any student who has an interest in entering ...
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November 5, 2021
Similarities and Differences Between Sociology and Psychology
Psychology and sociology are closely related fields that both involve the study of human behavior. However, while there are some similarities between these two disciplines, there are also significant differences. If you’re planning on pursuing a degree in either field, it’s critical to understand how those differences might impact your coursework — and even more ...
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November 4, 2021
Basic Data Science Skills for Business Professionals
Data science is a dynamic and fast-developing field that combines elements of computing, statistics, and business. Data scientists use algorithms, machine learning, analytical software, and other tools to sort and interpret vast quantities of data, producing actionable insights that companies, school systems, or governments can use to improve their services and reach their goals. For ...
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November 2, 2021
Non-Programming Computer Jobs
Computer science and technology fields have expanded at a rocket-speed pace—with no slowdown in sight. By 2029, the industry is projected to grow by 11 percent, faster than the average for all other occupations. Computer science will add 531,200 new jobs to the economy, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fueled by a changing ...
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October 29, 2021
Data Science vs Computer Science: What's the Difference?
Many STEM degrees have overlapping characteristics. For example, you can’t get very far into an applied engineering degree without learning a fair amount of mathematics. In the same way, it can be difficult to get far in data science without the aid of computer science along the way. But even though many of these education ...
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October 28, 2021
Essential Soft & Hard Skills for Today's Cybersecurity Professionals
Cybersecurity threats can be a problem for essentially any organization with data to protect. And in an increasingly digital world, that means cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. In fact, a study from the Global Information Security Workforce Study estimates that by 2022, there will be a cybersecurity workforce shortage of around 1.8 million jobs. ...
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October 21, 2021
Creative Leadership MBA vs EMBA: What’s the Difference?
The Creative Leadership MBA at National University is an interdisciplinary program that draws from the values of the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) and integrates it with the curriculum of the National University MBA program. Ultimately, the cornerstone of this program centers on leadership. This unique curriculum is informed by the work of CCL, a ...
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October 20, 2021
Southern California Nonprofit University Joins Nationwide Effort to Build Pipeline of Equity-Focused K-12 School Principals
As part of an $8.2 million grant, Fresno Unified School District and National University’s Sanford College of Education join an effort to develop equity-driven school leaders La Jolla, CA – October 20, 2021 – National University, a nonprofit university with a 50-year history of serving working adults and home to one of the largest schools ...
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October 19, 2021
Part Time MBA Options for Executives & Working Professional
Earning an MBA can mean taking an enormous step closer to achieving your career goals. With a median starting salary of $115,000, an MBA is among the highest paying graduate degrees. It’s also an incredibly versatile degree, helping to provide students with skills necessary to excel in a wide range of management careers. Many of ...
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October 12, 2021
The California Teacher Shortage and COVID-19
Years before pandemic restrictions upturned the U.S. education industry, California was already struggling with a state-wide teacher shortage that even today remains frequently cited as one of the nation’s worst. However, the socioeconomic devastation wrought by COVID-19 — which has, as of March 2021, claimed more lives in California than any other U.S. state — ...
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October 11, 2021
National University Taps Workforce Champion to Lead College of Law and Public Service
Dr. Eric Roe brings expertise in building partnerships and creating workforce-relevant programs to the Southern California nonprofit university that focuses on adult learners LA JOLLA, CALIF. (October 11, 2021) — National University, a nonprofit institution with a 50-year history of serving working adult learners, educators, and Veterans, today announced the appointment of Ph.D. Eric Roe ...
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October 5, 2021
SEL for Middle School Teachers
Social emotional learning (SEL) is fast becoming a hallmark of empowerment for middle-school-aged children, a set of tools that supports them in their secondary education and well into adulthood. Children invited to participate in SEL frameworks are, according to the American Psychological Association and others, better positioned for academic success, a reduction in anxiety and ...
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October 4, 2021
National University Redesignated as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
The nonprofit university is one of only six four-year institutions in California to receive the prestigious designation from the National Security Agency La Jolla, CA – October 4, 2021 – With October being cybersecurity awareness month nationwide, National University is proud to announce that the U.S. National Security Agency has extended the University’s designation as ...
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September 30, 2021
Why is Leadership Important in Business Administration?
It doesn’t matter if you’re running a non-profit organization, a branch of government, or a for-profit enterprise: you will always need some kind of vision for the future of your group. You’ll also need leaders who can help plan and successfully execute that vision. From motivating others to cooperate in completing necessary tasks to determining ...
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September 28, 2021
Skills Needed to Be an Entrepreneur
Great entrepreneurs are a combination of many different skills and traits. Some of them can come naturally, like personality traits. But most entrepreneurs will also need a variety of both technical (“hard”) skills and non-technical (“soft”) skills to help prepare them for doing business in the modern world. Precisely what skills should an entrepreneur have? ...
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September 27, 2021
New Coaching Initiative at National University Lifts Student Success for Working Adult and Online Learners
In collaboration with national nonprofit InsideTrack, National University scales support for academically at-risk students through virtual success coaching LA JOLLA, CALIF. (September 27, 2021) — National University, a private nonprofit university that serves more than 30,000 working adult learners, online students, educators, and members of the military community, today announced initial results from a pilot ...
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September 23, 2021
7 Autism Behavior and Communication Strategies
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental disorder which affects an estimated 1 in 54 U.S. children, causes a wide array of symptoms that vary in severity. Many of these symptoms impact behavior and communication, such as social withdrawal, repetition of words (echolalia), and difficulty interpreting body language or nonverbal cues. These types of symptoms can ...
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