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== History == |
== History == |
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American City University - Los Angeles (ACU) was founded in July 2008 in Huntsville, AL., with a core mission and principle that excellent education can be made available in a non-traditional way to self-motivated adult learners throughout the world. As a single-purpose higher education institution, ACU dedicates its expertise and resources to providing high quality and practical learning experiences that will enable students to reach their academic and professional goals, improve the productivity of their organizations, and provide leadership and service to their communities. In the beginning, ACU began a new division providing administrative support functions (regional recruitment and student support) in Hong Kong to students enrolled in the Asian Pacific (specifically Hong Kong). In July 2008, ACU hired Dr. Ronelle Langley as the President of ACU. Dr. Langley resigned her position as of September 2009. ACU then recruited Dr. Kim Huynh as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective October 2009. In October 2009, with the new CEO residing in California, ACU relocated to Fresno, CA temporarily in order to establish institutional approval within California. In January 2010, ACU relocated to the current location in Los Angeles, CA to move the main campus closer to key administrative staff. In July 2010, ACU submitted an Approval to Operate an Institution Non-Accredited application to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) as required through the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009, which was effective as of January 1, 2010. In addition, ACU hired an Academic Dean, Dr. Nu Young, in July 2010 to provide oversight and management of curriculum, delivery systems, and faculty. |
American City University - Los Angeles (ACU) was founded in July 2008 in Huntsville, AL., with a core mission and principle that excellent education can be made available in a non-traditional way to self-motivated adult learners throughout the world. As a single-purpose higher education institution, ACU dedicates its expertise and resources to providing high quality and practical learning experiences that will enable students to reach their academic and professional goals, improve the productivity of their organizations, and provide leadership and service to their communities. In the beginning, ACU began a new division providing administrative support functions (regional recruitment and student support) in Hong Kong to students enrolled in the Asian Pacific (specifically Hong Kong). In July 2008, ACU hired Dr. Ronelle Langley as the President of ACU. Dr. Langley resigned her position as of September 2009. ACU then recruited Dr. Kim Huynh as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective October 2009. In October 2009, with the new CEO residing in California, ACU relocated to Fresno, CA temporarily in order to establish institutional approval within California. In January 2010, ACU relocated to the current location in Los Angeles, CA to move the main campus closer to key administrative staff. In July 2010, ACU submitted an Approval to Operate an Institution Non-Accredited application to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) as required through the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009, which was effective as of January 1, 2010. In addition, ACU hired an Academic Dean, Dr. Nu Young, in July 2010 to provide oversight and management of curriculum, delivery systems, and faculty. |
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ACU offers the following Degrees in Business Administration as of July 2010: |
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1.Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
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2.Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
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a. General MBA |
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b. MBA in E-Business & Technology |
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c. MBA in Finance |
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d. MBA in Human Resources Management |
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e. MBA in Marketing |
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f. MBA in Occupational Safety & Health |
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g. MBA in Project Management |
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3.Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) |
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==Memberships== |
==Memberships== |
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ACU became a member of the [[California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools]] (CAPPS) in May 2009.<ref name="capps"/> CAPPS is a California association representing private postsecondary schools in California. It is a professional organization, rather than an [[List of recognized accreditation associations of higher learning|accreditation association]]. |
ACU became a member of the [[California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools]] (CAPPS) in May 2009.<ref name="capps"/> CAPPS is a California association representing private postsecondary schools in California. It is a professional organization, rather than an [[List of recognized accreditation associations of higher learning|accreditation association]]. Degrees conferred by unaccredited universities are illegal for use in a number of states and are unsuitable for applications to government positions. |
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==Academic programs== |
==Academic programs== |
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Revision as of 13:09, 26 May 2012
American City University (ACU) is a private unaccredited offeror of higher education via distance education operating from Los Angeles, California.[1].
ACU is affiliated with a corporation called International Management Association, headquartered in Hong Kong.
ACU in Los Angeles was incorporated in 2008 and is licensed by the State of California but is not accredited by any recognized accreditation body.[2]
History
American City University - Los Angeles (ACU) was founded in July 2008 in Huntsville, AL., with a core mission and principle that excellent education can be made available in a non-traditional way to self-motivated adult learners throughout the world. As a single-purpose higher education institution, ACU dedicates its expertise and resources to providing high quality and practical learning experiences that will enable students to reach their academic and professional goals, improve the productivity of their organizations, and provide leadership and service to their communities. In the beginning, ACU began a new division providing administrative support functions (regional recruitment and student support) in Hong Kong to students enrolled in the Asian Pacific (specifically Hong Kong). In July 2008, ACU hired Dr. Ronelle Langley as the President of ACU. Dr. Langley resigned her position as of September 2009. ACU then recruited Dr. Kim Huynh as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective October 2009. In October 2009, with the new CEO residing in California, ACU relocated to Fresno, CA temporarily in order to establish institutional approval within California. In January 2010, ACU relocated to the current location in Los Angeles, CA to move the main campus closer to key administrative staff. In July 2010, ACU submitted an Approval to Operate an Institution Non-Accredited application to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) as required through the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009, which was effective as of January 1, 2010. In addition, ACU hired an Academic Dean, Dr. Nu Young, in July 2010 to provide oversight and management of curriculum, delivery systems, and faculty.
Memberships
ACU became a member of the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS) in May 2009.[3] CAPPS is a California association representing private postsecondary schools in California. It is a professional organization, rather than an accreditation association. Degrees conferred by unaccredited universities are illegal for use in a number of states and are unsuitable for applications to government positions.
Academic programs
ACU offers degrees in business administration, including the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA).[4]
See also
- Newport International University
- Preston University
- Rutherford University
- Warren National University
References
- ^ Contact Us, American City University website, accessed April 22, 2010
- ^ License and Recognition, American City University website, accessed April 22, 2010
- ^ "Member Directory: American City University". California, USA: California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools. Retrieved 24 March 2010.
- ^ Academic programs, American City University website, accessed April 22, 2010