American Public University System Launches Almost 60 New Courses to Help Businesses Hurdle Economic Challenges

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On March 4, 2021, American Public University System (APUS) announced the launch of nearly 60 new online courses across its business programs. This initiative aims to enhance leadership, digital business, and AI skills amid economic uncertainty due to COVID-19. APUS will also enrich existing courses and add innovative concentrations to its MBA offerings. With over 26,500 degrees conferred, the school emphasizes practical knowledge application and aims to support veterans transitioning into civilian roles. This commitment is part of APUS's strategy to prepare students for future workforce needs.

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• Launch of nearly 60 new online courses across business programs.
• Focus on enhancing skills in leadership, digital business, and AI.
• Expansion of MBA offerings with innovative concentrations.
• Commitment to support veterans in transitioning to civilian employment.

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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In today's fast-changing business climate, growth-minded companies are constantly looking for new ways to get ahead of the competition. Forward-looking executives are streamlining operations, speeding up product development, and squeezing more efficiencies out of their supply chains. All these moves have placed an increased burden on the need for agile, highly skilled employees.

Recognizing this dynamic, American Public University System (APUS) is enhancing its Dr. Wallace E. Boston School of Business by:

• Adding almost 60 new dynamic online courses across several of the 27 master's and bachelor's degree programs the School offers;
• Enriching existing courses and programs that focus on leadership, digital business and artificial intelligence; and
• Expanding the MBA program offerings with several new and innovative concentrations. 

"With COVID-19 and economic turmoil as a backdrop, we're at a key crossroads today. Companies and government agencies are facing unprecedented events that require innovative thinking. We want to ensure our students are well positioned to help our economy overcome these challenges," said Dr. Marie Gould Harper, Dean of the Wallace E. Boston Business School. "We call this concept 'leading forward' – and it's a theme that has been baked into everything we do."

For industry leaders' insights on leadership tips and the skills needed to gain a competitive edge today, listen to our podcasts: www.apuedge.com/category/content-type/podcast/leading-forward/.

New business school courses – including those focused on crisis management, business continuity and sustainability – will instill robust leadership skills in analytics, project management, and business intelligence. The school offers the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), plus numerous relevant bachelor's, master's and associate degree programs as well as high-demand certificate courses like accounting, management, government contracting and acquisition, entrepreneurship and supply chain management. Areas include international business, finance, marketing, ethics, law, operations, human resources, strategy, and globalization.

"We are reimagining the Business School to show our unwavering commitment to student success at a time when our economy faces disruptions," said Dr. Vernon C. Smith, Provost of APUS. "A key part of this equation is helping to prepare all our students, especially veterans, with skills and knowledge for a successful transition into future leadership roles. We continually innovate so that APUS can address future workforce needs, in both corporate and the government sectors."

Approximately 200,000 veterans transition to civilian life every year and are an undervalued talent pool in today's workforce, with many facing pitfalls of being underemployed, according to a recent LinkedIn study. APUS's School of Business has a mission to prepare students to be principled leaders through a flexible learning environment that leverages technology and best practices focused on the practical application of knowledge. Consulting with industry leaders from Fortune 500 companies and beyond, APUS has designed a well-rounded, ACBSP-accredited curriculum at the school.

The Dr. Wallace E. Boston School has conferred more than 26,500 degrees and certificates (as of November 2020). The School offers over 60 degree and certificate programs, 27 of which are at the bachelor's or master's levels.

Supporting Resources

• Listen to business-focused podcasts featuring valuable insight from our experts: https://apuedge.com/category/content-type/podcast/leading-forward/.  
• Learn more about the APUS School of Business: https://www.apu.apus.edu/academic/schools/business.html.
• Enroll in a business program at APU: https://www.apu.apus.edu/academic/schools/business/bachelors/business.html
• Enroll in a business program at AMU: https://www.amu.apus.edu/academic/schools/business/bachelors/business.html.

About American Public University System
American Public University System, recipient of the Online Learning Consortium's (OLC) Gomory Award for Quality Online Education and five-time recipient of OLC's Effective Practice Award, offers more than 200 online degree and certificate programs through American Military University, the #1 provider of higher education to the U.S. military and veterans,* and American Public University. Over 103,000 alumni worldwide have benefited from APUS's accessible, relevant curriculum and flexible online delivery model. APUS is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information, visit www.apus.edu.

*Based on FY 2019 Department of Defense tuition assistance and Veterans Administration student enrollment data, as reported by Military Times, 2020.

CONTACT
Frank Tutalo
Director of Public Relations
617-913-7646
FTutalo@apei.com 

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FAQ

What new courses did APEI announce in March 2021?

APEI announced nearly 60 new online courses aimed at enhancing business skills.

How is APEI preparing students for economic challenges?

APEI is enhancing its business programs to focus on leadership and digital skills to help students navigate economic uncertainties.

What is APEI's approach to supporting veterans?

APEI aims to help veterans transition into civilian jobs by equipping them with the necessary skills through its business programs.

What concentration expansions were announced for the MBA program at APEI?

APEI announced several new and innovative concentrations for its MBA program.