Ohio Christian University recently announced two new concentrations in the Bachelor of Arts in Business degree for students in the Adult & Graduate Studies program. The new concentrations are in Health Information Technology (HIT) and Digital Multi-Media Production (DMM).
The new HIT concentration prepares students for a role in healthcare that bridges the gap between clinical providers and patients. The concentration consists of four courses including an introductory course on health information systems, laws and ethics pertaining to HIT, the fundamentals of the IDC coding system, and a course on electronic health records. Students pursuing this course work will be exposed to technology used and maintained in the health industry and learn how to medically code diagnosis’s and procedures.
Adjunct Professor Jenny Evans, the primary writer for the concentration said, “This discipline allows the student to have many options to find their niche within healthcare without having to be in direct patient care.”
For those who would prefer to stay out of the medical field, the DMM concentration may be a better fit. This concentration prepares students to be business and media professionals with skills needed to advance in an increasingly digital world. The concentration consists of four courses including graphic design, audio production, video production, and web design. Students in these courses will be trained to use “industry standard” software such as Adobe, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Jon Tomlinson, the Director of Business Programs emphasized the benefits of the concentration saying, “digital multi-media is certainly a growing field, both in the number of job opportunities and in the areas where graduates can now find positions.”
The career flexibility and versatility of both of these programs, combined with a quality education taught from a Christian worldview, prepares Ohio Christian students to be competent professionals in their desired field.
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Summer Institute to Offer New Online Courses and Certificates
Published: May 5, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
an area. Most courses begin June 1, 2020.
Graduate Level Courses for Teachers and Professors
These courses are designed to help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work
towards a graduate degree.
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or
Distance Learning Supports Social Distancing
Published: March 17, 2020
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives while keeping a safe
distance from others. The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many
universities shifting onsite classes to distance learning, including Ohio
Christian University.
Thankfully, Ohio Christian is experienced in this area having offered online
classes for over a decade to adults and teens. Students have the option to
enroll in Trailblazer Academy (College Credit Plus), Online-
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives while keeping a safe
distance from others. The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many
universities shifting onsite classes to distance learning, including Ohio
Christian University.
Thankfully,
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives
Ohio Christian recently named top online college in Ohio
Published: March 13, 2020
Value Colleges recently named Ohio Christian University as one of the top
online colleges in Ohio, awarding Ohio Christian the #2 spot.
According to the Value Colleges article, “The programs featured in Value
Colleges’ Best Online Colleges in Ohio have found the best balance between
affordability, accessibility, and quality.”
Ohio Christian’s Online Program offers over 50 Certificate, Associate,
Bachelor and Master level degree programs in the areas of Business,
Marketing, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Emergency Management,
Human Services, Criminal Justice, Ministry,
Value Colleges recently named Ohio Christian University as one of the top
online colleges in Ohio, awarding Ohio Christian the #2 spot.
According to the Value Colleges article, “The programs featured in Value
Colleges’ Best Online Colleges in Ohio have found the best balance between
affordability, accessibility, and quality.”
Ohio Christian’s Online Program offers over 50 Certificate,
Value Colleges recently named Ohio Christian University as one of the top
online colleges in Ohio, awarding Ohio Christian the #2 spot.
According to the Value Colleges article, “The programs
Ohio Christian: A Leader in Online Education
Published: March 9, 2020
Ohio Christian University is one of the leading Central Ohio universities for
earning an online degree. Columbus CEO magazine recently ranked Ohio
Christian as #4 on their Leaderboard Report for Central Ohio Online Degree
Programs. [1]
The report shows that for fall 2019, Ohio Christian had 932 online
undergraduate and graduate students from the Central Ohio region alone and
2171 total online students. The report also highlights Ohio Christian's
excellent 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio and affordable price point.
Explore online degree options or take the next step by submitting our
Ohio Christian University is one of the leading Central Ohio universities for
earning an online degree. Columbus CEO magazine recently ranked Ohio
Christian as #4 on their Leaderboard Report for Central Ohio Online Degree
Programs. [1]
The report shows that for fall 2019, Ohio Christian had 932 online
undergraduate and graduate students from the Central Ohio region alone and
2171 total
Ohio Christian University is one of the leading Central Ohio universities for
earning an online degree. Columbus CEO magazine recently ranked Ohio
Christian as #4 on their Leaderboard Report for
Ohio Christian Works to Enhance Graduates’ Financial Security
Published: December 5, 2019
Over recent years college debt has increased at a growing rate with the
Federal Reserve currently reporting the average amount of college debt to be
$32,731. Of those who owe education debt, 10.3% are reported to be behind on
their payments. The level of debt and negative impact to credit for those who
default is a major burden to student’s financial security after graduation
and their piece of mind.
Ohio Christian University, as a Christian institution, has a goal not only of
education but also to instill principles of biblical stewardship into our
students. Additionally, the
Over recent years college debt has increased at a growing rate with the
Federal Reserve currently reporting the average amount of college debt to be
$32,731. Of those who owe education debt, 10.3% are reported to be behind on
their payments. The level of debt and negative impact to credit for those who
default is a major burden to student’s financial security after graduation
and their piece
Over recent years college debt has increased at a growing rate with the
Federal Reserve currently reporting the average amount of college debt to be
$32,731. Of those who owe education debt, 10.3%
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Internet Safety Advocate Speaks On Campus
Published: April 17, 2019
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged strategy connects the technology industry, the public, and the
legal community in helping protect children online. She was awarded the 2013
Women In Technology Award for Social Impact as well as the 2014
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President
2019 Business Competition Gives Students Real World Experience
Published: April 15, 2019
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give students a real-world opportunity to develop a business
plan and present it to a panel of distinguished businesspersons.
This year’s first-round competition judges were Dr. Monty Lobb, Dean, and
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded
Faith and Work Seminar a First on Campus
Published: April 10, 2019
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
2019 Annual Business Plan Competition
Published: April 5, 2019
The School of Business
The School of Business
The School of Business
State Representative Rick Carfagna Visits Campus
Published: March 11, 2019
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing, entrepreneurship and workforce development for regional
incumbent industry.
Rep. Carfagna received a campus tour from OCU students, then ended his time
on campus with a meeting in the Robert W. Plaster Free
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing,
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr.
