Terminal Degree Programs Offered at SUU
Posted: January 11, 2021 | Author: Sera Emiroglu | Read Time: 1 minutes
If you’ve been researching graduate programs, you’ve probably seen the term “terminal degree” thrown around. Depending on your field of study, a terminal degree can either be a master’s degree or a doctorate degree.
What is a Terminal Degree?
By definition, however, a terminal degree is the highest degree one can earn in their field of study. The possession of a terminal degree also allows you to be able to teach at universities.
Two terminal degrees are offered at Southern Utah University, a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Fine Arts in Arts Administration.
What Can You Do With a Terminal Degree?
The biggest advantage of pursuing a terminal degree is that you can teach at a university and be eligible for tenure after the completion of a terminal degree. In addition, another advantage of a terminal degree is that you will have a higher earning potential. Here are some ideas for potential career paths with these two degrees.
Master of Business Administration Career Paths
- Marketing Manager
- Project Manager
- Operations Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Chief Executive Officer
Master of Fine Arts in Arts Administration Career Paths
- Museum Curator
- Creative Director
- Museum Director
- Art Director
- Fundraising Coordinator
Produced by SUU's Graduate School
SUU's Graduate School draws from a prestigious heritage and allows students to pursue a quality education. The master's degree programs offer students the chance to further their professional and educational careers on campus or online.
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