Accredited Online Certificate and Degree Programs

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Explore Anaheim University’s full range of online programs across TESOL, business, sustainable management, entrepreneurship, film, and creative communications. Study options span undergraduate certificates, bachelor’s completion, graduate certificates and diplomas, master’s degrees, and doctoral programs, giving students multiple entry points based on their academic background and professional goals.

Each program is designed around a specific field and level of study, allowing students to compare options, understand how qualifications progress, and choose the path that best fits where they are now and where they want to go next.

Explore by area of study

6 subject areas, 20 programs, from undergraduate certificate to doctorate.

Explore Our TESOL Programs

Choose from TESOL programs at different levels and find the path that best fits your goals.

Doctoral degree

Doctor of Education in TESOL

Advance your expertise in language education through doctoral study, research, leadership, and professional practice.

Duration
Under 4 years, in nine-week courses
Tuition
$49,275 · $2,000 per course
Next start
Every 10 weeks
Format
Weekly live webcam class, plus two four-day residential sessions
Credits
76 units
Structure
19 courses over 19 terms, including a 12-unit dissertation

Master’s degree

Master of Arts 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 $31,255 · $2,000 per course
Next start
Every 10 weeks
Format
Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
Credits
44 units
Structure
11 courses plus an eight-unit research portfolio or thesis

Graduate diploma

Graduate Diploma in TESOL

Build broader graduate-level knowledge of TESOL through advanced study in language teaching and methodology.

Duration
About 60 weeks, in nine-week courses
Tuition
$13,675 · $2,000 per course
Next start
Every 10 weeks
Format
Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
Credits
24 units
Structure
Six courses chosen from nine

Graduate certificate

Graduate Certificate in TESOL

Develop focused graduate-level knowledge of English language teaching, methodology, and classroom practice.

Duration
About 20 weeks, in nine-week courses
Tuition
$4,675 · $2,000 per course
Next start
Every 10 weeks
Format
Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
Credits
8 units
Structure
Two graduate courses

Undergraduate diploma

Undergraduate Diploma in TESOL

Build a broader foundation in TESOL principles, teaching methodology, assessment, and classroom practice.

Duration
About 60 weeks
Tuition
$4,660 · $1,050 per course
Next start
First Monday of every month
Format
Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
Credits
Non-credit
Structure
Four courses of 135 hours each

Undergraduate certificate

Certificate in TESOL

Develop foundational skills in English language teaching, lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment.

Duration
15 weeks
Tuition
$1,280 · $1,050 per course
Next start
First Monday of every month
Format
Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
Credits
3 credits
Structure
One 135-hour course

Undergraduate certificate

Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners

Learn practical approaches to teaching English to children through age-appropriate methods and materials.

Duration
15 weeks
Tuition
$1,280 · $1,050 per course
Next start
First Monday of every month
Format
Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
Credits
Non-credit
Structure
One 135-hour course

Explore Our Management Programs

Explore management programs designed for advanced study and find the path that best fits your goals.

Doctoral degree

Doctor of Business Administration in Management

Develop advanced expertise in management, strategic leadership, organizational decision-making, and applied business research.

Duration
About 3 years, in six-week courses
Tuition
$37,465 · $1,500 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live seminars per course
Credits
60 credit hours beyond an MBA
Structure
15 courses plus a four-term dissertation, across 20 terms

Explore Our International Business Programs

Choose from International Business programs at different levels and find the path that best fits your goals.

Doctoral degree

Doctor of Business Administration in International Business

Examine global business, international strategy, and cross-border management through advanced doctoral study.

Duration
About 3 years, in six-week courses
Tuition
$37,465 · $1,500 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live seminars per course
Credits
60 credit hours beyond an MBA
Structure
15 courses plus a four-term dissertation, across 20 terms

Master’s degree

Master of Business Administration 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

Graduate diploma

Graduate Diploma in International Business

Deepen your understanding of international business, global markets, and cross-border management.

Duration
About 9 months, in six-week courses
Tuition
$8,475 · $1,125 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live classes per course
Credits
18 units
Structure
Six courses chosen from ten

Graduate certificate

Graduate Certificate in International Business

Build focused knowledge of international business, global markets, and management.

Duration
About 18 weeks, in six-week courses
Tuition
$4,500 · $1,125 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live classes per course
Credits
9 units
Structure
Three courses chosen from ten

Explore Our Sustainable Management Programs

Choose from Sustainable Management programs at different levels and find the path that best fits your goals.

Doctoral degree

Doctor of Business Administration in Sustainable Management

Explore sustainability, strategic management, and long-term organizational value through advanced business research.

Duration
About 3 years, in six-week courses
Tuition
$37,465 · $1,500 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live seminars per course
Credits
60 credit hours beyond an MBA
Structure
15 courses plus a four-term dissertation, across 20 terms

Master’s degree

Master of Business Administration in Global Sustainable Management

Combine core business study with advanced knowledge of sustainability, responsible management, and global strategy.

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

Graduate diploma

Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Management

Build broader knowledge of sustainability, responsible business, and contemporary management practice.

Duration
About 9 months, in six-week courses
Tuition
$8,525 · $1,125 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live classes per course
Credits
18 units
Structure
Four required sustainability courses plus two electives

Graduate certificate

Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Management

Explore sustainability, responsible business, and its role in modern management and decision-making.

Duration
About 18 weeks, in six-week courses
Tuition
$4,350 · $1,125 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live classes per course
Credits
9 units
Structure
Three sustainability courses

Explore Our Entrepreneurship Programs

Explore graduate programs in entrepreneurship and find the path that best fits your goals.

Master’s degree

Master of Entrepreneurship

Develop practical and strategic knowledge of entrepreneurship, innovation, planning, 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

Doctoral degree

Doctor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship

Advance your expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, strategy, and venture development through doctoral-level research.

Duration
About 3 years, in six-week courses
Tuition
$37,465 · $1,500 per course
Next start
Every six weeks
Format
Two 90-minute live seminars per course
Credits
60 credit hours beyond an MBA
Structure
15 courses plus a four-term dissertation, across 20 terms

Explore Our Film & Entertainment Programs

Explore programs in film, entertainment, and creative communication and find the path that best fits your goals.

Master of Fine Arts

Master of Fine Arts 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
12 courses — nine core and three electives — plus a two-term thesis, across 14 terms

Bachelor’s completion

Bachelor of Arts in Creative Communications

Finish the degree you started, with up to 90 credits transferred in.

Duration
About 2 years, or under 1 year with the full 90 transfer credits
Tuition
$25,975 · $1,050 per course
Next start
Every 10 weeks
Format
A 90-minute live class, the first hour led by the professor
Credits
60 units at Anaheim, of 120 for the degree
Structure
20 courses across four areas of competence

Compare Our Programs

See programs side by side and find the option that best matches your goals.

ProgramLevelDurationCreditsEntry requirementTuition
Doctor of Education in TESOLDoctoralUnder 4 years76 unitsA master’s in TESOL, applied linguistics or a relevant area of education, a 3.0 GPA and four years’ TESOL experience$49,275
Master of Arts in TESOLMaster’sAbout 2.5 years44 unitsA bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA$31,255 portfolio track
$33,955 with a thesis
Graduate Diploma in TESOLGraduate DiplomaAbout 60 weeks24 unitsA bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA$13,675
Graduate Certificate in TESOLGraduate CertificateAbout 20 weeks8 unitsA bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA$4,675
Undergraduate Diploma in TESOLUndergraduate DiplomaAbout 60 weeksNon-credit$4,660
Certificate in TESOLUndergraduate Certificate15 weeks3 credits18 or over, or graduated high school$1,280
Certificate in Teaching English to Young LearnersUndergraduate Certificate15 weeksNon-creditOpen enrollment, no transcripts required; 18 or over, or graduated high school$1,280
DBA in International BusinessDoctoralAbout 3 years60 credit hoursA completed MBA; a 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$37,465
MBA in International BusinessMaster’sAbout 18 months36 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$18,425
Graduate Diploma in International BusinessGraduate DiplomaAbout 9 months18 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$8,475
Graduate Certificate in International BusinessGraduate CertificateAbout 18 weeks9 unitsNo formal background in the field assumed$4,500
DBA in Sustainable ManagementDoctoralAbout 3 years60 credit hoursA completed MBA; a 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$37,465
MBA in Global Sustainable ManagementMaster’sAbout 18 months36 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$18,395
Graduate Diploma in Sustainable ManagementGraduate DiplomaAbout 9 months18 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$8,525
Graduate Certificate in Sustainable ManagementGraduate CertificateAbout 18 weeks9 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$4,350
DBA in EntrepreneurshipDoctoralAbout 3 years60 credit hoursA completed MBA; a 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$37,465
Master of EntrepreneurshipMaster’sFrom 18 months36 unitsA 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$18,435
DBA in ManagementDoctoralAbout 3 years60 credit hoursA completed MBA; a 3.0 GPA maintained to graduate$37,465
Master of Fine Arts in Digital FilmmakingMaster’sAbout 3 years56 units$37,975
BA in Creative Communications — Film & EntertainmentBachelor’s CompletionAbout 2 years60 unitsExisting college credit, such as an associate degree or enough undergraduate courses$25,975

Talk to an Academic Advisor

Not sure which online program is right for you? Speak with an advisor to compare subject areas, degree levels, and study options, and find the program that best matches your academic background, professional goals, and next step.