Based in California, University of the People is the worlds first accredited, tuition-free online college and is available to qualified students around the world.

UoPeople offers online associate and bachelor degrees in Business Administration, Computer Science and Health Studies as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program.

The university has enrolled students from over 180+ countries and has partnerships with schools the likes of NYU and UC Berkeley.

The basic application requirements include proof of High School graduation (or an official functional equivalent) and also proof of English language proficiency.

Online Associate Degree Programs:
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Health Science

Online Bachelor Degree Programs:
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Health Science

Online Masters Degree:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)

All coursework is completed through an online education platform, meaning students must have a basic, reliable internet connection

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2. Beacon Hill Career High School

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Based in Miami, Florida, Beacon Hill Career High School is a fully-accredited, online career high school where you earn a Career Certificate alongside your online High School Diploma. Beacon Hill is committed to preparing adult students for entrance into the workplace by delivering high-quality, supportive, and career-based online education.

The program consists of 18 credits including core English, Math, Science and Social Studies classes, as well as 4 career courses. Career Certificate specialities include Child Care and Education, Transportation Services, Homeland Security, Office Management, General Career Preparation, and more.

At Beacon Hill, we give you the flexibility to work on your courses any day of the week, any time of the day. We support you every step of the way. And our qualified, certified instructors are available when you need academic help.

Beacon Hill Career High School is a division of Smart Horizons Career Online Education, a private school district that has been granted District Accreditation from the AdvancED Accreditation Commission.

Online / Distance Learning High School Diploma Program with Career Certificate:

18-credit High School Diploma - core courses:
- English
- Math
- Science
- Social Studies

Career Certificate Course options:
- Child Care and Education
- Certified Protection Officer
- Certified Transportation Services
- Homeland Security
- Office Management
- General Career Preparation
- Food and Customer Service Skills
- Retail Customer Service Skills

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3. The Photography Institute

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Situated in San Francisco, California, The Photography Institute provides a cutting-edge online photography diploma course that may be the first step towards an exciting new hobby or a career as a professional photographer.

You study at home from any location worldwide, in your own time and at your own pace. The normal time required to complete the course is 24 weeks.

This is an up-to-date and massively comprehensive course covering every aspect of photography. Written and directed by some of the best working photographers in their field, the aim of the course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills required for a successful career.

By the end of this course you will be ready to work as a freelance photographer either as a full or part time career, as a profitable sideline, or just as an exciting new hobby.

We provide 24-hour student support, as well as student discounts on all Adobe products. We offer flexible payment options, with a 7 day money back guarantee.

Online Diploma Course in Photography (24 weeks)

Modules include:
- Cameras & Lenses
- Shutters, Aperture, ISO and their Relationships
- Exposure & Metering
- The Film & Digital Process
- Light & Color
- Lighting
- How to take better photos
- Equipment & Software
- Retouching, Resolution & Printing
- The Studio
- How to Contruct a Professional Portfolio
- Photo Agents, Picture Agencies

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4. Apex Virtual Academy

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Apex Virtual Academy (AVA) based in McDonough, Georgia, is a global virtual training careers center offering nationwide online training. If you're looking to extend your small business knowledge, you're definitely in the right place.

AVA was established to create a support and training system for small business owners and individuals looking to learn new skills or polish existing ones.

All of our courses have been designed with the busy professional or entrepreneur in mind. We teach courses that will help seasoned business owners run their business more efficiently and potentially increase their overall revenue.

Online / Distance Learning Courses:

- Starting A Virtual Assistant Business
- Power Point
- Access
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Small Business Marketing
- Social Networking
- Quickbooks
- Dreamweaver
- Health and Fitness
- Introduction to Dreamweaver

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5. New Creation Coaching Academy

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Based in Wheaton, Maryland, New Creation Coaching Academy (NCCA) provides a distance learning Life Coach Certification program. We offer foundational coaching principles, customized training, real-life coaching sessions, and at times professional guest lecturers. On-site classes are available for organizations who desire more up-close and personal attention.

NCCA teaches you the skills you need to become an outstanding certified life coach with ease. We help people like you find the intersection between your unique gifts, talents and passions and the people who personally need your help. Then we give you the tools to build a successful coaching practice around that.

Our goal is to help students:
(1) create an exciting and portable coaching business
(2) enjoy the flexibility of creating a daily schedule
(3) take advantage of a global market, and
(4) do what you love to do

NCCA offers the 12-week Distance Learning Life Coach Certification Programs 1 hour – 1 day a week.

Training benefits include:
- 12 comprehensive weekly classes
- One-on-one coaching from your instructor
- A weekly PDF that includes class materials, homework assignments and other coaching tools to use on your very own clients

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6. Virtual Organization Management Institute

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Based in Encino, CA, Virtual Organization Management Institute (VOMI) is one of the world's leading 100% online global educational institutes, strictly focused on the virtual organization management discipline.

We offer Master Designation, Diploma and Certificate programs in Virtual Organization Management through online / distance education. Acquire the training and certification needed to become a qualified virtual manager, gaining the skills to manage a team or organization remotely.

Our curriculum and experiential program is designed to empower each individual and give him/her a strong sense of confidence and adeptness in this new virtual organization landscape.

As well, when practiced on a global scale throughout your entire organization, it is designed to integrate every single member of your organization into what we call The New Virtual Organization World

Virtual Organization Management programs (Master Designation, Diploma & Certificate programs):

- Master Virtual Organization Management Trainer
- Chief Virtual Organization Architect
- Master Virtual Organization Recruitment Trainer
- Virtual Organization Management Trainer
- Virtual Organization Management Consultant
- Virtual Organization Recruitment Trainer & more...

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7. American Management School

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Based in Delaware, American Management School provides an online Certified MBA (Master of Business Administration) program to U.S. and international students with the mission to make this qualification accessible and affordable.

As the affiliate virtual business school of Asian Center of Education and Training, our Certified MBA program is well recognized by accredited universities, professional bodies, and institutions from around the world.

You may complete the American Management School MBA program in less than 8 months. However, some business professionals were managed to complete the entire program in as little as 3 months.

Our interactive e-Learning system works with mobile phone, tablet and desktop. You can study anytime anywhere. The innovative technology boosts your study experience with AMS.

Online / e-Learning Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program:

Duration: Up to 8 months

Specializations available:
- Project Management
- Digital Marketing
- Sales & Marketing
- Strategic Management
- Human Resources Management

Course module topics:
- Online Business & Ecommerce
- Leadership
- Sales & Marketing
- Project Management
- Public Relations & Public Speaking
- Digital Marketing
- Strategic Planning & Management
- Process Management
- Talent Management

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8. FIU School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

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Based in in North Miami, FL, Florida International University's (FIU) School of Hospitality and Tourism Management provides quality online Bachelor, Masters, and Certificate programs in Hospitality Management.

Classroom-based lectures with personalized instructions are all provided online. Assignments, chat rooms, threaded discussions, bulletins, and testing are provided through an Internet-based program.

Our Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism has the highest ranked hospitality management program in the southeast United States.

Our undergraduate program is ranked sixth in the nation as reported by the latest study published in the Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Education; the graduate program is considered among the Top 5 programs and currently has the largest graduate hospitality management enrollment in the nation.

In addition to our online programs, The School also offers on-campus degree programs, as well as certificate programs in various Hotel, Restaurant, Hospitality, Beverage Management, Event & Meeting Planning, and Travel & Tourism specializations.

Online / Distance Learning Hospitality Programs:

- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Hospitality Management

- Master of Science (MSc) in Hospitality Management

- Executive Masters in Hospitality Management

- Graduate Certificate Program in Hospitality Management

On-Campus Degree Programs also available

Specific contact pages

Graduate Certificate

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9. Columbia Southern University

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Columbia Southern University (CSU) in Baldwin County, Alabama was established to meet the demand for alternatives to the traditional university experience. We are one of the nation's fastest growing online universities, offering accredited distance learning Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs designed for busy professionals.

At Columbia Southern University, all our MBA programs are offered completely online. We deliver 24-hour access to course assignments, online forums, web lectures, interactive software, audio and visual examples. This gives our students the flexibility to fit their education around career and family commitments.

We are an accredited member of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. All CSU programs have been reviewed and approved by DETC.

Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs:

- MBA in Finance
- MBA in Project Management
- MBA in Human Resource Management
- MBA in Health Care Management
- MBA in Marketing
- MBA in Public Administration

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10. Griggs University & International Academy

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Griggs University & International Academy is an accredited, values-based distance education and homeschool provider based just north of Washington DC in Maryland.

Griggs offers both individual courses and complete programs to students from preschool through high school as well as offering university degree programs and college level courses.

Griggs is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Our nurturing faculty and staff are committed to inspiring students to achieve a high standard of academic excellence that will build a foundation for service to God, church, and society.

We have been providing academic stability in a changing world since 1909— we were formerly known as Home Study International. People from all walks of life have discovered that the quiet conditions of private correspondence study help develop self reliance, independent thinking and responsibility.

From its early years when it operated out of a one-room office, Griggs has developed into a worldwide school that maintains high scholastic standards and utilizes the services of qualified professionals in all phases of its operation. Griggs emphasizes the personal touch in its student-teacher relationships.

Distance Education Programs:

- Preschool Programs

- Kindergarten Programs

- Grades 1-8 Programs

- Grades 9-12 Programs

- High School Online

- College Level Courses

- Associate and Bachelor's degree programs in areas including religion, theological studies and personal ministries

- Online MBA program for international students outside of North America