Career and Technical Education (Business and Marketing) Northern Arizona University

Overview

The Career and Technical Education (Business and Marketing) at Northern Arizona University provides a comprehensive pathway for professionals to transition their industry expertise into the classroom. This Bachelor of Science in Education focuses on merging specific occupational skills with modern pedagogical theories to train the next generation of workforce talent.

This degree is delivered through the university's Online and Innovative Initiatives, ensuring that all core requirements are accessible to students regardless of their location. The curriculum is specifically structured to promote continual professional growth while establishing a firm foundation in workplace knowledge and educational fundamentals.

Why Career and Technical Education (Business and Marketing) at Northern Arizona University?

Northern Arizona University offers a unique 90-30 degree format, allowing students to transfer up to 90 units of community college or university credit. This flexible structure is ideal for those who have already gained significant technical experience or have completed an Associate's degree in a related field.

The College of Education provides specialised facilities and expert faculty who focus on hands-on learning and community connection. Students benefit from a curriculum that aligns with the Arizona Department of Education standards, potentially leading to state teaching certification through the documentation of previous occupational experience.

The programme also offers an optional accelerated pathway, enabling high-achieving undergraduates to begin master's level coursework while finishing their bachelor's degree. This distinctive feature allows for a faster transition into advanced educational leadership roles or specialised administrative positions within the sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 29568 per year
• National fee: USD 29568 per year
• Local fee: USD 11352 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of university liberal studies alongside specific major requirements. Modules may include:

• Career and Technical Education
• Instructional Technology
• Junior Writing
• Senior Capstone

Additional core requirements and electives are selected in consultation with an advisor to meet the 120-unit graduation threshold. Students must also complete a mandatory fieldwork experience or internship to demonstrate their practical teaching capabilities.

Careers with Career and Technical Education (Business and Marketing)

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for diverse roles within the education and corporate training sectors. Common career paths include becoming a secondary school teacher, a vocational instructor, or a corporate trainer within business and marketing industries.

The degree also prepares individuals for roles in educational administration, curriculum development, and workforce consultancy. By combining industry-specific knowledge with professional teaching skills, alumni can influence policy and practice in both public and private educational organisations.