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An Advanced Degree Equals a Competitive Advantage

Earning a master’s degree from UMass Global can set you apart with specialized knowledge that employers value — knowledge and skills often required for leadership roles, professional licenses, or doctoral pursuits. On average, those with a master’s earn 21% more than bachelor’s degree holders, according to NCES. Our 100 percent online programs are built for working adults and backed by over a decade of online education experience. With 31 career-relevant concentrations — some with fieldwork — UMass Global master’s degrees offer flexibility, depth, and strong returns on your investment in your future.

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Psychology & Counseling

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (ABA), MA

This emphasis option equips school psychology program students in California with life-changing tools to help children change their negative or harmful behaviors. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Aug 25, 2025

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (ABA), MA

This emphasis option equips school psychology program students in California with life-changing tools to help children change their negative or harmful behaviors. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Master's
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90 Credits
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Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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Psychology & Counseling

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (Autism), MA

This emphasis gives you the tools to become a California school psychologist that truly understands the needs of autistic children. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Aug 25, 2025

Educational Psychology, PPSP Credential (Autism), MA

This emphasis gives you the tools to become a California school psychologist that truly understands the needs of autistic children. Earn your master’s degree, Ed.S. designation, and PPSP credential concurrently.
Master's
Online
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Online
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81 Credits
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Fall I (Aug 25, 2025)
08/25/2025
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Human Resources

Human Resources, MS

Gain the skills and tools you need to maximize employee engagement and address cultural, regulatory, and behavioral issues in a diverse workforce. You’ll learn strategic management, staffing, training and development, conflict and negotiation, employee benefits, and legal issues.
Jun 23, 2025

Human Resources, MS

Gain the skills and tools you need to maximize employee engagement and address cultural, regulatory, and behavioral issues in a diverse workforce. You’ll learn strategic management, staffing, training and development, conflict and negotiation, employee benefits, and legal issues.
Master's
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36 Credits
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Summer II (Jun 23, 2025)
04/28/2025
04/28/2025
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Psychology & Counseling, Behavioral Science

Marriage/Family Therapy & Professional Clinical Counseling, MA

Through a mix of online coursework and supervised in-person fieldwork, this dual emphasis MFT and PCC graduate degree prepares students for a career as a practicing clinical therapist. In that role, you’ll help individuals, couples, and families manage and work through relationship, personal, and psychological difficulties.  
Jun 23, 2025

Marriage/Family Therapy & Professional Clinical Counseling, MA

Through a mix of online coursework and supervised in-person fieldwork, this dual emphasis MFT and PCC graduate degree prepares students for a career as a practicing clinical therapist. In that role, you’ll help individuals, couples, and families manage and work through relationship, personal, and psychological difficulties.  
Master's
Online
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Online
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69 Credits
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Next Start Date
Summer II (Jun 23, 2025)
04/28/2025

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My academic advisor was a great support system. He was my advisor throughout my program and he took the time to learn about me personally so we could make the best schedule to accommodate my life.

Steve L.
Education, Teaching and Learning, MAE

Before, I was stuck in the process. Now I have the larger picture. I am more well-rounded. I would like to move to a management/leadership position and working on my MBA has made me better candidate.

Sandra W.
Business Administration, MBA
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