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UofL Football Beats #2 Miami

By Conner Mackowiak | October 23, 2025 | Comments 0 Comment

Of the four seasons, fall is arguably the best for sports fans. Playoff baseball, the start of college and professional football, and the start of basketball and hockey season respectively. The University of Louisville has plenty to celebrate this football season; your UofL Cardinals beat the University of Miami, the #2 team in the country last week!

As a result of the win, Miami dropped to #9, and Louisville broke the top 25, earning a ranking #19 according to AP. Miami’s Heisman-candidate quarterback Carson Beck threw 4 interceptions as the Cardinal defense stifled a highly ranked Miami offense. Louisville’s only loss of the season was a 30-27 loss to University of Virginia, and next play Boston College this weekend.

We understand how important sport can be to people around the world, which is why we developed our online Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration program in addition to our online Master’s of Sport Administration. These programs are tailor-made for working professionals with a passion for sport, and allow you to complete your education at your own pace.

These degrees will prepare you for jobs in the athletics industry, and provide knowledge that applies to both in entry-level jobs and senior-level leadership roles.

Click the link below and learn how you can turn your passion for sport in to a career with our online programs. Get started today, and Go Cards!

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UofL MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering

From Flowcharts to Freedom: What a Nobel Peace Prize Winner Teaches About Industrial and Systems Engineering

By Heather Henley | October 23, 2025 | Comments 0 Comment

When the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize went to María Corina Machado, many were surprised to learn that the Venezuelan opposition leader was trained not in politics — but in industrial engineering. Her degree taught her to analyze systems, identify inefficiencies and design solutions — skills she later applied to democratic reform.

Machado’s journey demonstrates the wide-reaching power of industrial and systems engineering. The same discipline that improves production lines and supply chains can also strengthen healthcare delivery, streamline global logistics, and even inform political change.

At the University of Louisville, the online Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering equips professionals to apply systems thinking across industries — from manufacturing and data analytics to healthcare operations and human-factors engineering.

Career paths for graduates include:

Operations or Systems Engineer

Supply Chain or Logistics Manager

Process Improvement or Quality Engineer

Data and Analytics Specialist

Industrial Project Manager

Healthcare Systems Analyst

The program’s flexible online format lets you earn your degree while working full-time, with faculty recognized nationally for research and innovation.

Machado once said that democracy is an engineering project — a system requiring maintenance, data, and human calibration. In the same way, industrial and systems engineers at UofL learn to engineer better outcomes — for industries, communities, and the world.

Applications for the Spring 2026 term are due November 15.
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Earn Your MBA+ at UofL

By Conner Mackowiak | September 26, 2025 | Comments 0 Comment

Earning an MBA is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for your career. It opens doors to new opportunities, expands your understanding of business and connects you with a network of ambitious peers who share your drive for success.

But what if your MBA could do even more?

At the University of Louisville, our online MBA program goes a step further. While completing your MBA, you can also earn a Graduate Certificate in one of six specialized fields at no extra cost and without extending your timeline.

This unique opportunity allows you to tailor your MBA to your passions and professional goals. Imagine standing out in your field with expertise in:

Horse Racing Business

Distilled Spirits Business

Franchise Management

Business of Healthcare

…and more!

By pairing your MBA with a graduate certificate, you’ll graduate with both broad business knowledge and targeted expertise, making you even more competitive in the job market.

Hear From Our Program Director

Want to know more about how it works? In the video below, Dr. Zac Goldman, Director of the Online MBA program, explains how students are using the certificate option to gain an edge in their careers.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Don’t wait—this is your chance to earn an MBA+ a Graduate Certificate at no extra time or cost. Take advantage of this unique opportunity and set yourself apart in today’s competitive business landscape. Learn more here!

New Program Launch: Online PhD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development – Specialization in Higher Education Administration

By Conner Mackowiak | September 10, 2025 | Comments 0 Comment

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest online program, the PhD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development (ELOD) with a Specialization in Higher Education Administration! This program provides a comprehensive, executive-style program for senior-level administrators at higher education institutions.

With an emphasis on research, this program empowers educational leaders to address the most pressing challenges across postsecondary systems, blending rigorous research training, real-world knowledge application and a supportive cohort experience. Students will emerge with skills in data-driven decision-making, analytical methods and strategic leadership to advance innovation, shape policy and create lasting change across the academic landscape while advancing their higher education career. This program offers a strategic combination of online courses (with asynchronous and synchronous sessions) and in-person immersive experiences, hands-on qualitative and quantitative research opportunities and learning guided by nationally recognized faculty.

The Online PhD with a specialization in Higher Education Administration can elevate a student’s experience and prepare them for career advancements as an education researcher, faculty member, higher education curriculum or policy consultant and specialist in various non-profit, private and government organizations. Students can also pursue upper-level administrative positions in line with their current expertise and career progression, such as Dean of Student Affairs, Vice President of Faculty Affairs, Vice Provost of Digital Access, Provost, President and more. In this competitive landscape, a PhD can distinguish a student as a thought leader who can bridge research and practice to drive system-wide innovation. Let us explore how the Higher Ed Administration PhD can help you make the impact you have envisioned.

If you’re interested in this program, click here to learn more!

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