Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a pioneer institution from America's Heartland providing quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs to the global community at our residential campus in Fayette, at numerous satellite learning centers in the U.S. and overseas, and through distance education. A private, not-for-profit, nonsectarian institution, Upper Iowa University serves over 6500 students around the world. Upper Iowa University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. The UIU MBA is a challenging program designed for those aspiring to leadership positions in industry. Choose from emphases in Global Business, Organizational Development, Human Resource Management, Quality Management, Accounting, and Corporate Financial Management. The UIU MPA is further accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. The UIU MPA program is intended for persons currently employed in government and related areas. The program offers emphases in Homeland Security, Justice Administration, Health and Human Services, and Public Personnel Management. The curriculum for each emphasis is designed to prepare leaders who can affect both policy and execution of their organization's activities. Upper Iowa University is a member of the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. Both programs are available completely through Upper Iowa University's nationally regarded Online Program. There is no required on-campus or residency requirement. Learn from faculty members who have both strong academic qualifications and significant real-world practitioner experience. Combining theory with application -- the UIU MBA and the UIU MPA.