Create a Path for Your CareerWith Our Dynamic Graduate Degree
Build the knowledge and professional know-how to take your journey to the next level
Master of Arts in Applied Professional Studies
Study with real-time instructor support
<div class="ck-content"><p>DePaul’s Master of Arts in Applied Professional Studies (MAAPS) is designed to help experienced professionals hone their skills. Whether you’re looking to advance in your organization, make a career change or study a personal passion, study at your own pace in our online courses and join live discussions that help you apply your learning to the pursuit of your goals.</p></div>
GRADUATE TRACKS
Choose from three graduate tracks
Learn new skills to influence organizations, to lead change in communities, or to educate adult learners
<div class="ck-content"><p>The MAAPS degree offers three different tracks to choose from: <a href="https://www.depaul.edu/academics/programs/applied-professional-studies-ma/organizational-leadership-track" target="_blank" title="Organizational Leadership">Organizational Leadership</a>, <a href="https://www.depaul.edu/academics/programs/applied-professional-studies-ma/social-change-track" target="_blank" title="Social Change">Social Change</a>, or <a href="https://www.depaul.edu/academics/programs/applied-professional-studies-ma/educating-adults-track" target="_blank" title="Educating Adults">Educating Adults</a>. The MAAPS tracks take a deep dive into each area of study. Choose the one that will make a difference in your career to educate you in strategic, people-centered leadership skills. You will learn how to build value and problem solve to positively impact organizations and adults across multiple sectors. Flexible online coursework and live sessions help you strengthen your skills in a schedule that fits your life.</p></div>
ACCELERATED PATHWAYS
Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s
Accelerate your career with a dual degree
<div class="ck-content"><p>DePaul undergraduates in most majors can begin graduate courses early to earn their Bachelor’s and Master’s faster and at less cost. Our advising team can help you craft a plan, equipping you to stand out and step forward with confidence.</p></div>
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Professional Education
Advance your expertise with a certificate from SCPS
<div class="ck-content"><p>Our graduate certificates are designed to help working professionals and educators strengthen their skills and level up their careers. Select from credit or non-credit options that adapt to your schedule as they help you build practical knowledge, personal confidence and career momentum.</p></div>
Susan Neustrom, EdD, SCPS Adjunct Faculty
NEWS AND STORIES
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<div class="ck-content"><p>Visit our News and Stories page to stay up to date on scholarship announcements, breakthrough student collaborations and alumni achievements that show how learning at SCPS sparks positive change in and beyond the classroom.</p></div>