graduate programs

the corporate institution known as 世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 consists of a campus school, lipscomb academy, and a university. in addition to traditional undergraduate programs, the university provides not only an adult degree program, which is a special undergraduate program for working adults, but also post-baccalaureate programs, offering professional, master’s and doctoral degrees along with several certificates of graduate study. graduate and undergraduate programs are described briefly below. for more information on any of these programs, contact the offices listed below.

a. graduate programs

1. biomolecular science
   the department of biology offers an m.s. in biomolecular science. this program is a 30-hour non-thesis professional master degree offered in a block format. each block is eight weeks, with one calendar year consisting of five blocks. students may enter the program three times each year (june, aug., and jan.). the program may be completed in as little as one calendar year provided that students enroll in two courses per block. to accommodate working professionals, most courses and laboratories are offered in the evening. for more information contact kent gallaher at 615.966.5174 or kent.gallaher@lipscomb.edu.
2. business
   the college of business offers three graduate degrees: mba, macc, and mm. the master of business administration (mba), offered in weeknight formats, provides a flexible schedule. evening students complete required classes on monday, tuesday, or thursday evenings. four areas of concentration are available (accounting & finance, health care management, leadership, or distributed). these concentration classes are taught at night or on weekends at the main campus. a lock-step cohort mba program is also available at lipscomb’s cool springs and downtown nashville off-site locations. classes start at those locations every august.
   the master of accountancy (macc) is also available, incorporating 27 accounting hours with three elective hours. three areas of concentration are available (taxation, audit/accounting, or distributed).
   the master of management (mm) career accelerator, focused on those students seeking early career guidance in business, is available in a cohort format, incorporating four integrated course modules for a total of 30 hours. other mm programs focus on health care and and public health (for meharry medical college students only).
   lipscomb also offers dual degrees combining the mba with a master of science in sustainability or a master of fine arts in film and creative media. in addition, a dual degree combining the mm with a doctor of pharmacy is available. for further information, contact the graduate business office at 615.966.1833 or buildwhatyoullbecome.com.
3. civic leadership
   the nelson and sue andrews institute for civic leadership offers the master of arts in civic leadership and a graduate certificate of civic leadership. evening and weekend and on-line course work accommodate government, nonprofit and business professionals seeking a leadership degree with a focus on social innovation and multi-sector collaboration for community building. the master’s degree, including the final master’s project, can be completed in 15 months. for more information visit lipscomb.edu/civicleadership or call 615.966.6155.
4. computing and technology
   the college of computing and technology offers three innovative and uniquely multidisciplinary programs that prepare graduates for entrepreneurial, technical and executive leadership positions through advanced degree and certificate programs. the master of science in data science (msds) is a 30–hour interdisciplinary program designed to train and equip data scientists with best-practice knowledge and current methodologies to make their businesses more agile. students will learn skills to aggregate and analyze disparate types of data and to recognize patterns and trends within that data.
   the master of science in information technology (msit) is a 30-hour program that provides a broad introduction to information technology in order to equip executive, managerial and information technology professionals with skills to create, plan, organize, lead and control information technologies.
   the master of science in software engineering (msse) is a 30-hour program designed to equip professionals with a strong foundation of theory, best-practice knowledge, current methodologies and emerging technologies and their applications in software engineering- including architecture, design, planning, testing and management. all three programs are offered in an evening format to provide flexible schedules for working professionals. certificates of graduate studies are offered in data science, information technology, and software engineering. for further information, contact the college of computing and technology (615.966.7500 or technology@lipscomb.edu) or visit lipscomb.edu/technology/graduate-programs.
5. conflict management
   the institute for conflict management offers a certificate of graduate studies in conflict management and a master of arts in conflict management. for further information, contact icm at 615.966.6680 or icm@lipscomb.edu.
6. dietetics internship
   the lipscomb dietetic internship is a program designed for individuals who have completed one of the academy of nutrition and dietetics accredited undergraduate or certificate nutrition programs. under the supervision of dietitians in the field, lipscomb interns complete a minimum of 1220 hours of practice as well as additional coursework, beginning in early august until mid-may. areas of practice include clinical, outpatient, community, wellness, and food service operations of dietetics. the lipscomb dietetic internship offers three concentration experiences: medical nutrition therapy, sports nutrition, or health promotion and wellness. upon completion of the program, interns are expected to have developed the skills necessary to become entry-level dietitians.
7. education
   the college of education offers masters of education (m.ed.) in educational leadership (administrative); english language learning; instructional coaching; instructional practice; literacy coaching; reading specialty; school counseling; special education; teaching, learning and leading; and technology integration, as well as a new master of science (m.s.) in applied behavior analysis. programs are available for experienced educators, for those who want to enhance their careers in other appropriate fields and for individuals holding bachelor’s degrees who seek initial teacher licensure.
   the education specialist (ed.s.) degree is offered in instructional coaching; educational leadership (administrative); english language learning; literacy coaching; reading specialty, school counseling, and technology integration.  the ed.s. degree prepares a candidate for both leadership and teaching in the selected ed.s. majors.
   the doctor of education degree (ed.d.) in learning organizations and strategic change is offered in an on-campus (two-year) or on-line (three year) format, featuring a cohort model that combines multiple learning venues with on-site, on-line and field-based course work.
   certificates of graduate studies are offered in advanced applied behavior analysis, applied behavior analysis, english language learning, instructional coaching, literacy coaching, and technology integration. graduate education programs have convenient on-line, evening and weekend classes. for further information, contact amanda logsdon in the office of outreach and enrollment for the college of education, at 615.966.7199 or amanda.logsdon@lipscomb.edu.
8. exercise and nutrition science
   世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 offers a master of science in exercise and nutrition science, combining the disciplines of exercise science and nutrition. students with a background in nutrition, exercise science, or other allied health or science areas will have advanced educational opportunities in either a wellness (working with healthy individuals) or clinical track. for further information, contact karen robichaud, director of graduate studies in exercise and nutrition science, at 615.966.5602 or karen.robichaud@lipscomb.edu.
9. film and creative media
   the 世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 master of arts (ma) in film and creative media is a 36-hour graduate program designed to educate the next generation of artists to be independent, entrepreneurial filmmakers.
   the master of fine arts (m.f.a.) in film and creative media is a 62-75 hour program. these are immersion programs that are: experiential-students create several media projects in an array of formats and genres. entrepreneurial- students are expected not only to create media for the classroom, they are encouraged to reach out to artists and companies in nashville to create content. professional-students will gain experience through one of several production companies in the nashville area. a dual degree combining the mba with a master of fine arts in film and creative media is also available. to accommodate working professionals, courses are offered on-line, in the evening and on saturdays. for more information contact steve taylor at 615.966.7111 or rstaylor@lipscomb.edu.
10. health care informatics
    the master of science in health care informatics (mhci) is a 42-hour interdisciplinary program which includes courses from health sciences, business management, and information technology. health care informatics is a growing and emerging discipline which evaluates the application of biomedical informatics methods and techniques utilized in the provision of health care services. also included is the vital role hci plays in enhancing the quality of care, reducing health care costs and addressing health issues. an important extension of this program is the certificate in health care informatics. this is a 15-hour program of advanced study in health care informatics and is comprised of five courses of the mhci program.  for information on the masters in health care informatics, certificate in health care informatics or dual degree pharm.d./mhci, contact beth breeden, director of graduate studies in health care informatics, 615.966.7160. 
11. leadership and public service
    the college of leadership and public service offers the masters of arts in leadership and public service (m.a.) degree. this 30 hour degree program is offered in a cohort format with one entry point per year. this degree models best practices of community engagement while combining these experiences with the specific skill sets and theoretical foundations of public policy and public service. for more information contact the school of leadership and public policy at 615.966.6690.
12. pharmacy 
    the 世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 college of pharmacy and health sciences offers the doctor of pharmacy (pharm.d.) degree, an innovative dual degree combining the pharm.d. and the master of science in health care informatics (mhci), and a dual degree combining the pharm.d. and the master of management (mm) in conjunction with the college of business. in addition, the pharm.d. and the health care informatics certificate represents another unique curricular offering for student pharmacists. 世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 college of pharmacy has been granted full accreditation status by the accreditation council for pharmacy education. the college has demonstrated to the satisfaction of acpe that the program complies with accreditation standards, including the appropriateness of the program’s mission and goals, the adequacy of resources and organization to meet the mission and goals, outcomes which indicate that the mission and goals are being met, and the reasonable assurance of the continued compliance with standards. the college prepared for the most recent acpe accreditation site-visit during 2013- 2014, ending with an accreditation site visit in february 2014. 世界杯2022预选赛录像回放 college of pharmacy has fulfilled the accreditation requirements set forth by acpe for the professional degree program in pharmacy and is granted accreditation status through june 30, 2018. for information on the college of pharmacy, contact laura ward, director of admissions and student affairs at 615.966.7173.
    the pharm.d./mhci is a comprehensive dual degree program which enhances pharmacy education with the development of competencies and skills in the utilization and integration of data, information, knowledge, technology and automation to enhance health care delivery outcomes. the dual degree is awarded to students who complete the 155 hours required for the pharm.d. along with the 27 hours of graduate credits in health care informatics.
    the pharm.d./mm is a pragmatic program focusing on the leading and managing of people. this innovative dual degree enhances pharmacy education with practical business skills. the program will prepare students for highly competitive management positions in pharmacy, health care or business, as well as enhance skills in problem solving, leadership, and communication. this dual degree is awarded to students who complete the 155 hours required for the pharm.d., along with the 30-hours of graduate credits in graduate business.
13. professional studies
    the master of professional studies is a 30 to 36-hour program. courses are offered mainly online, with some additional face to face assessment simulations, practice sessions, coaching sessions, and learning seminars. the degree can be attained through an initial skills assessment accompanied by stackable 12 to15-hour certificates in varying concentrations areas. certificates of graduate studies include: strategic leadership, performance coaching, aging services leadership, competency based education program design, and global leadership. for more information, call 615.966.5279. 
14. psychology and counseling 
    the department of psychology and counseling and family science offers an m.s. clinical mental health counseling, an m.s. in psychology, and a master of marriage and family therapy (mmft). for further information, contact the graduate program office at 615.966.5906 or kathi johnson at kathi.johnson@lipscomb.edu.
15. sustainability
    the institute for sustainable practice offers a master of science in sustainability, a certificate of graduate studies in sustainability and a dual degree combining the mba with an m.s. in sustainability. (i.e. two diplomas are awarded). for more information, call 615.966.1771 or email sustainability@lipscomb.edu.
16. theology 
    the hazelip school of theology offers the doctor of ministry, the master of arts in christian ministry, the master of divinity and the master of theological studies. for further information, contact kathy bickel, administrative assistant for the hazelip school of theology at 615.966.6053, or frank guertin, associate dean and director of the hazelip school of theology at 615.966.5352 or frank.guertin@lipscomb.edu.

b. undergraduate programs

1. traditional liberal arts and pre-professional programs
   the undergraduate liberal arts and pre-professional offerings of the university lead to a bachelor of arts, bachelor of business administration, bachelor of fine arts, bachelor of music, bachelor of professional studies, bachelor of science, bachelor of science in nursing or a bachelor of social work degree. contact the admissions office at 615.966.1776 or admissions@lipscomb.edu.
2. adult degree program  ​
   the college of professional studies houses lipscomb’s adult degree program, a multi-disciplinary program that offers working students the opportunity to earn an undergraduate degree with flexible course offerings. evening, on-line and hybrid courses are offered in eight-week terms, designed to accommodate busy schedules. adp offers competency-based education in on-line, self-paced modules with faculty coaches, as well as more traditional approaches. competency-based behavioral assessment as well as prior learning assessment options are available to students who qualify based on work experience and transfer credit(s). non-degree seeking students may also take classes for professional development, personal enrichment and preparation for graduate studies. students preparing for the cpa exam may enroll in the evening certificate of accounting program. contact the adult degree program at 615.966.5279 or visit www.fellaworld.com/professionalstudies for additional information.

c. lipscomb academy

lipscomb academy offers pre-university training from pre-kindergarten through the twelfth grade of high school. for further information, contact greg glenn, head of school for lipscomb academy, at 615.966.6355 or greg.glenn@lipscomb.edu.