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NDNU Online

Advance your career from the comfort of your own home.

Experience the transformative shift in education at Notre Dame de Namur University, where we have seamlessly embraced the digital era with our new online programs.

In response to evolving educational needs, we now offer a diverse range of online courses, providing accessibility and flexibility for learners everywhere.

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Advance your career from the comfort of your own home.

Experience the transformative shift in education at Notre Dame de Namur University, where we have seamlessly embraced the digital era with our new online programs.

In response to evolving educational needs, we now offer a diverse range of online courses, providing accessibility and flexibility for learners everywhere.

Apply Now

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Online Programs Summary

School of Business & Management

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program at NDNU fosters innovation, management, and leadership competencies through analytical decision-making and problem solving. Our MBA program develops professional skills recognized as essential in today’s business environment, including strategic thinking, interpersonal communication, critical decision-making, leadership, leveraging technological advances, systems thinking, ethics, and corporate social responsibility. The program combines theory with practice to explore the evolving nature of managerial practices and factors impacting an increasingly technology-driven, globalizing business environment.

BS BA Degree Completion is open to any domestic student who has completed at least 45 undergraduate credits at an accredited university or community college. The BS BA Degree Completion program will be available as a pure asynchronous online program (no scheduled class meetings but regular faculty interaction) that provides a comprehensive foundation in business management. The program includes a streamlined General Education component in addition to the BS in Business Administration major.

School of Education

Do you want to help students discover a love of learning? Are you an educator or someone looking for a career change who seeks to better serve struggling students? NDNU is proud to be one of only three schools in the U.S. to offer a Master of Arts in Educational Therapy (MA Ed Therapy) degree. This important area of in-depth study will give you a foundation. If you already have the skills, we can further develop your skills in assessment and intervention techniques to help children and adults who have various types of learning challenges.

The goal of this degree program is to build the capacity of educators to promote social justice in their schools and communities through improved teaching practice, curriculum development, instructional design and assessment, program planning, and research. This program also prepares graduates to assume leadership and consulting roles in organizations with an educational focus. 

The Master of Arts in Education Program offers courses emphasizing curriculum and instruction. Students enroll in four courses designed specifically to enhance their curriculum development and assessment skills.

Notre Dame de Namur University has long been recognized for the excellence of our programs in education. Presently, the NDNU education department offers two education specialist credentials: mild/moderate or moderate/severe. Both provide the option to add the master of arts in special education. Many of our alumni are active teachers and administrators in San Mateo County and throughout the peninsula. Personalized attention and individualized advising for students, field-oriented programs, and successful placement of credential graduates have characterized the teacher education program since its inception in 1953.

NDNU’s Education Specialist Credential with a Master of Arts in Special Education prepares students to teach in special education settings in public and private schools, K-12 and up to age 22. Mild/Moderate credential holders teach students in resource specialist programs, special day classes for learning disabilities, and some full inclusion students. Moderate/Severe credential holders will be able to teach students whose needs are more severe.

Notre Dame de Namur University has long been recognized for its excellent programs in education. Presently, NDNU offers four credentials and four master’s degrees within the education department in the School of Education. Many of our alumni are active teachers and administrators in San Mateo County and throughout the peninsula. Personalized attention and individualized advising for students, field-oriented programs, and successful placement of credential graduates have characterized the teacher education program since its inception in 1953. 

The program at NDNU offers students the opportunity to complete the professional coursework and two student teaching experiences within a calendar year. One semester of student teaching is spent at the middle or junior high level and one semester at the high school level. We place NDNU students at two of the 30 + public schools districts where we have contracts. 

The Single Subject Program at NDNU is a post-baccalaureate program, which requires a full fifth year, or 31 – semester units, of study.

Notre Dame de Namur University has long been recognized for its excellent programs in education. Presently, NDNU offers four credentials and four master’s degrees within the education department in the School of Education. Many of our alumni are active teachers and administrators in San Mateo County and throughout the peninsula. Personalized attention and individualized advising for students, field-oriented programs, and successful placement of credential graduates have characterized the teacher education program since its inception in 1953. 

The program at NDNU offers students the opportunity to complete the professional coursework and two student teaching experiences within a calendar year. One semester of student teaching is spent at the primary level and one semester at the intermediate grade level. We place NDNU students at two of the 30 + public schools districts where we have contracts. 

The Multiple Subject Program at NDNU is a post-baccalaureate program, which requires a full fifth year, or 33 – semester units, of study.

NDNU is renowned for its education programs, offering credentials in Mild Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) and Extensive Support Needs (ESN) specializations, with an option to pursue a Master of Arts (MA) in Special Education. Since 1953, the program has been recognized for its personalized support, field-based learning, and successful graduate outcomes.

CA Education Specialist Specialist credential (MMSN, ESN)

Complete Capstone class to get the Master of Arts (MA) in Special Education.

School of Psychology

The 37-unit MSCP program prepares aspiring unlicensed master’s level mental health professionals for diverse roles in clinical, business, industry, and organizational settings.  

We offer two tracks: Business, Organizational, and Consulting Psychology and Consulting and Applied Psychology which may be completed in 1.5-2 years. Students train for opportunities in both clinical and business settings and for future doctoral studies. 

The 60 unit, MSCP/MFT program prepares you to become a licensed marriage and family therapist (MFT) and is also a pathway for future doctoral studies.

Our program takes 2-3 years to complete and meets all the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.

Grounded in an integrative, depth-oriented approach, we emphasize clinical training, community engagement, and diversity in our academic, theoretical, and learning approaches.

The 67 unit, MSCP/MFT/LPCC program is a unique option for you to pursue clinical licenses as both a marriage and family therapist (MFT) and professional clinical counselor (LPCC), and offers a pathway for future doctoral studies.

Our program takes 2-3 years to complete and meets all the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.

Grounded in an integrative, depth-oriented approach, we emphasize clinical training, community engagement, and diversity in our academic, theoretical, and learning approaches.

Our fully online, asynchronous BA Psych Degree Completion Program offers options for synchronous meetings, providing flexibility for your schedule. With the ability to transfer up to 78 units towards the required 120 undergraduate units for graduation, you can accelerate your progress. We welcome concurrent enrollment during your first semester and offer up to 12 units of graduate-level courses at undergraduate prices. A minimum of 45 transfer units is required to enroll in this program, designed to help you efficiently complete your degree and advance your career prospects.

Advancing Your Career

Whether you are a working professional seeking career advancement or an aspiring student looking for a dynamic learning experience, our online programs blend academic excellence with the convenience of remote learning. 

Join us on a virtual journey of knowledge acquisition and personal growth, as we empower individuals to thrive in the modern educational landscape.

Professors Who Practice What They Teach

Personal Advising and Tutoring

Scholarships and Affordable Tuition

Online Learning Options

Learn online from the comfort of your home either with Synchronous Classes or Asynchronous Classes. Note that some online classes will only be available synchronously. 

Synchronous Classes

  • Real-time virtual classes
  • Engage in live online discussions & class collaboration.
  • Enjoy live faculty & student contact through virtual meetings & professor office hours
 

Asynchronous Classes

  • Flexible online learning with access to pre-recorded, interactive material
  • Complete assignments at your own pace and attend classes on your own schedule.
  • Enjoy live faculty & student contact through virtual meetings & professor office hours
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Student Support Services

The Academic Success Center (ASC) is your one-stop learning hub at NDNU.

The ASC supports all NDNU students at every step of their educational and professional journeys. 

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State Authorization for Online Programs

NDNU is not authorized to provide online education or financial aid to students who reside in states that are listed in the link below. If you are from a state that is not listed, please contact the Admissions Office so that we can provide information on any expected timeline to obtain authorization in your state.

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Mark Dee

Magellan Solutions USA launched under the visionary leadership of Mark A. K. Dee, Chief Executive Officer – a consultant and service provider for healthcare administrative support, IT development, energy, call center, and business process outsourcing. Mark has served in various multi-level management positions in his 21 years of service in the United States Air Force (USAF). He performed as Immunology and Microbiology department manager, Medical Laboratory Assistant Director, Facility and Security Manager, and finally retiring in the military in 2008 as Superintendent/Assistant Chief of Operations of 330 personnel Medical Group. Mark has experiences in the services industries since he retired, including running a restaurant chain as the CEO. He has also developed other businesses in the Martials Arts studio and 3d-printing industries. He has a BS in Health Sciences and Hospital Administration, Board Certified in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Graduated in the Senior Executive Leadership School from the USAF, Master’s in Business Administration, and a Master’s of Science in Systems Management at Notre Dame De Namur University.

Chosen Cheng

Chosen Cheng is owner of CMC Group, a privately held engineering and marketing consultancy for small business startup ventures. He currently works with project teams developing patented award-winning solar roofing systems and patent pending drone-based augmented reality geological and thermal mapping solutions. He was formerly a Silicon Valley marketing and innovative corporate training manager. As an avocation and a way to “pay it forward” he enjoys teaching and career coaching college and graduate MBA students many of whom are pioneering first generation college students from underserved communities. He and his wife, a Notre Dame alum, celebrated their wedding reception at the Ralston Mansion in the 70’s and have two stupendously successful, married adult children who between them have four stupendously adorable grandchildren.

Arthur Chait

Entrepreneur, Executive, Engineer, Investor, Professor, Mentor. Founder & CEO EoPlex Inc. ($31 million VC funded startup acquired by ASTI Singapore). President Stanford Research Institute (SRI) Consulting Division (800 staff worldwide). SVP Flextronics (responsible for $8 Billion in global accounts). President Zitel Software. Principal Booz Allen. R&D Director Halliburton. Adjunct Professor Menlo College, Visiting Professor Universidad Francisco Marroquin (Guatemala), Mentor Draper University, Judge Startup Chile. BS Engineering Rutgers, MBA Strategy University Pittsburgh.

Kelly Cansler

Kelly completed both her BS (Finance/Economics) and MBA from NDNU. She utilized her business education to launch an insurance agency in 2008 with Farmers Insurance. It’s grown into multi-million-dollar agency, organically and through acquisition. She has been recognized by Farmers Insurance being ranked within the top 10% of agents nationwide, but also as a speaker, trainer, and mentor within the Farmers Insurance Community. Kelly is extremely connected with local businessowners through several networking channels.

Cliff Burnette

Cliff is the senior vice president and chief human resources officer at Rambus, a global chip and IP provider that advances data center connectivity and solves the bottleneck between memory and processing. Cliff has over 20 years of experience leading global human resources operations for publicly traded companies with expertise in employee relations, organizational development, and compensation strategy. Prior to Rambus, Cliff worked for several other high-tech companies in the semiconductor and medical device space and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing from Texas State University and a master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Organization Development from the University of Texas at Austin.

Memo Morantes

Memo Morantes has been a San Mateo County resident for more than 45 years. He has been a three-term San Mateo County Board of Education incumbent, a Redwood City/San Mateo County Chamber of Commerce board member, a Sequoia Hospital Foundation member, a co-chair of the Latino Leadership Council of San Mateo, and a civic/community activist. 

Sheryl Young

Sheryl serves as a director for Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, which provides $10M each year for innovative teachers and social entrepreneurs throughout the Bay Area. Prior Sheryl served as CEO of Community Gatepath and AbilityPath.org. She has over 30 years of managerial experience in operations, finance, and marketing. Young is a graduate of the Stanford University Graduate School of Business Executive Program for Non-Profit Leaders, earned an M.A. of Public Health from UC Berkeley, an M.A. in Special Education from Ball State University and a B.A. in Political Science from Purdue University.

Brian Schumacker

Brian manages South San Francisco-San Bruno’s wastewater treatment plant and with a dedicated staff of over 40 professionals who safeguard community health and protect the fragile San Francisco Bay ecosystem. Brian holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration, both from Notre Dame de Namur University. Brian has also earned the highest levels of professional certifications in wastewater treatment.

Mario Rendon

Mario Rendon serves as District Director for State Assemblymember Kevin Mullin. He develops the communications, public relations and constituent service strategy for the office and supervises a small team that represents Mr. Mullin in the 22nd Assembly District within San Mateo County. He has over twenty year’s experience working with elected officials at the local, state and federal level developing public policy.

Jerry Hill

Jerry’s public service started with his local neighborhood association that progressed to the California State Assembly and Senate where he authored legislation resulting in laws on issues related to consumer protection, utility safety, coastal protection, public health, education and the environment. Jerry was born and raised in San Francisco, receiving his BA from the University of California, Berkeley and a Teaching Credential from San Francisco State University.

Magda Gonzalez

Magda was most recently the City Manager for the City of Half Moon Bay, California. Prior she was the City Manager of East Palo Alto, California and Assistant City Manager, Redwood City. Magda was President of Cal-ICMA, representing the Local Government Hispanic Network and serves on the Board of Directors for the San Mateo Credit Union and the Latino Leadership Council of San Mateo County. Magda is also a member of ICMA and the State Bar of California and received several awards and recognitions, including Career Excellence Award (WLG) and the Ethical Hero Award from Cal-ICMA.

Jeremy Dennis

Jeremy currently serves as Portola Valley Town Manager. Previously, he’s worked for elected officials at all governance levels, including twice as District Director for local assemblymembers. He worked as the Palo Alto Long Range Planning Director, and for San Mateo County in management roles. Jeremy has a Masters in Urban Planning from the London School of Economics, and graduated from UC Davis studying US History/Political Science.

Kate Comfort-Harr

Kate is Executive Director of HIP Housing, a nonprofit specializing in creative affordable housing solutions throughout San Mateo County. Kate is a frequent speaker on a wide array of affordable housing topics and is passionate about the cultivation of collaborations between the private, public and social sectors. She serves on the Board of Directors for the San Mateo Credit Union and was awarded the Chamber San Mateo County’s 2020 Business Woman of the Year Award.

Jeff Cox

Program Director for Master of Public Administration

Jerome Nadel

Jerome Nadel is Internationally experienced design-led marketing executive (CMO and GM) with a track record of improved market position, revenue growth, and M&A. He is an advance degreed psychologist and user experience product/service design expert, board member and advisor. Jerome recently retired from Rambus as where he was CMO and GM of the security software division that he led the sale to Visa. He has had a variety of chief marketing officer and chief user experience officer roles at companies including Human Factors International, SLP InfoWare, Gemplus, and Sagem. He started his career in the IBM Human Factors Labs. He is also an avid cyclist with National and multiple California State Champion titles.

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