Accredited Online Master’s Degree Programs
June 24, 2023 2026-09-27 15:45Accredited Online Master’s Degree Programs
Online Master’s Degree Programs
Master’s study allows students to build advanced knowledge in a chosen field, develop greater professional expertise, and engage with more complex ideas than at the undergraduate level. It is suited to graduates and working professionals who want to deepen a specialization, broaden their capabilities, or prepare for more advanced academic study.
Online master’s programs are available in TESOL, International Business, Global Sustainable Management, Entrepreneurship, and Digital Filmmaking. Each program provides a distinct path for advanced study, combining subject-specific coursework with opportunities to strengthen analytical, practical, and professional skills.
Explore Our Master’s Degree Programs
Akio Morita School of Business
MBA in International Business
Build advanced business knowledge with a focus on management across international markets and organizations.
- Duration
- About 18 months, in six-week courses
- Tuition
- $18,425 · $1,125 per course
- Next start
- Every six weeks
- Format
- Two live seminars per course
- Credits
- 36 units
- Structure
- 12 courses — six core, four in international business and two electives
Kisho Kurokawa Green Institute
MBA in Sustainable Management
Combine core business study with advanced knowledge of sustainability and responsible management.
- Duration
- About 18 months, in six-week courses
- Tuition
- $18,395 · $1,125 per course
- Next start
- Every six weeks
- Format
- Two 90-minute live seminars per course
- Credits
- 36 units
- Structure
- 12 courses, ending with the Sustainable Management Capstone
Carland Entrepreneurship Institute
Master of Entrepreneurship
Develop advanced knowledge of entrepreneurship, innovation, strategy, and new venture development.
- Duration
- From 18 months, in six-week courses
- Tuition
- $18,435 · $1,125 per course
- Next start
- Every six weeks
- Format
- Two 90-minute live seminars per course
- Credits
- 36 units
- Structure
- 12 courses, ending with a capstone in which you write a full business plan
Graduate School of Education
MA in TESOL
Deepen your knowledge of language teaching, learning, research, and professional TESOL practice.
- Duration
- About 2.5 years, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- From $30,855 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
- Credits
- 44 units
- Structure
- 9 courses plus an 8-unit research portfolio or thesis
Akira Kurosawa School of Film
MFA in Digital Filmmaking
Advance your filmmaking practice through graduate study in storytelling, production, and digital media.
- Duration
- About 3 years, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- $37,975 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly live class, plus a residency in Hollywood or Tokyo
- Credits
- 56 units
- Structure
- 14 courses — 9 core and 3 electives plus a 2-term thesis project
Compare Master’s Degree Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Credits | Entry requirement | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in TESOL | Master’s | About 2.5 years | 44 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution | $31,255 portfolio track $33,955 with a thesis |
| MBA in International Business | Master’s | About 18 months | 36 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution | $18,425 |
| MBA in Global Sustainable Management | Master’s | About 18 months | 36 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution | $18,395 |
| Master of Entrepreneurship | Master’s | From 18 months | 36 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution | $18,435 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking | Master’s | About 3 years | 56 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution | $37,975 |
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