See the outcomes infographic below for more details on what the learning objectives established by Trident University mean to you and your educational journey.
Next Session Starts on July 10, 2017 
Learn More About Student Learning Outcomes for Graduates of Trident
Solid Foundation of the common body of knowledge
Graduates will be able to build a solid foundation of the common body of knowledge in the discipline. This foundation includes:
- Terms, concepts and principles of the subject matter.
- Application of theory and frameworks to a variety of practical / functional situations.
Communication
Graduates will be able to communicate proficiently with others in the field through scholarly writing and skilled, knowledgeable oral and written presentation to general and specialized audiences. You’ll learn and be required to:
- Write clearly and cogently.
- Utilize various media effectively (images, digital technology, and print) to construct sustained, coherent arguments, analytical explanations, narratives, reflections, and/or explications of issues and processes.
- Speak to general and specialized audiences intelligently, substantively, and confidently.
Problem solving
Graduates will be able to logically think through an issue using quantitative reasoning and quantitative and qualitative data, to employ and apply mathematical and/or statistical tools to address problems in their field. You will be required to:
- Create and present an argument and/or position supported with quantitative and qualitative evidence utilizing: words, graphs, tables, and mathematical equations.
Information literacy
Graduates will be able to develop and apply information literacy skills. You will be required to:
- Identify information needs and search for information.
- Develop retrieval skills and critically evaluate information sources.
- Effectively utilize information in an ethical and legal manner.
Critical thinking
Graduates will be able to develop critical thinking skills that will result in the ability of the student to solve problems in their diverse workplaces and fields of study. This will require the growth and development of critical thinking through coursework that requires disciplined thinking supported by evidence, and will involve:
- Conceptualizing.
- Applying.
- Analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information with the purpose of reaching a rational response or conclusion within the proper context.
Diversity
Graduates will be prepared to serve and lead in a diverse world. Programs in all disciplines and degree levels will prepare students to acquire, evaluate, and create knowledge by:
- Including multiple source materials in courses.
- Comparing and contrasting differing views.
- Incorporating multicultural perspectives.
Integrity
Graduates will be prepared to function with integrity and make ethical decisions in their workplace and fields of study. Students will be required to:
- Resolve ethical issues in selected ethical case studies.
- Reflect if their decisions are ethical within the contexts of their workplace and fields of study.
- Compare and contrast different resolutions to ethical issues.
Learn more about our specific program learning outcomes in the course catalog.
Why Trident?
Faculty. Curriculum. Standards.
Trident University International Selected As ‘Great School’ For Adults By Forbes
June 15, 2016 – Cypress, CA – Forbes has chosen Trident University International (Trident) as one of their “10 Great Colleges for Adults Returning to School.” The list, which went live on May 23rd, also includes the likes of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professional Development Resources and Presentation Opportunities
Culture of Research and Education (C.O.R.E.) – These innovative and wide-ranging series are designed to provide continuing education, skill-building techniques, and tools for academic and professional development. The specific intended audiences include trainees, professionals, scholars, leaders, and the general public.
Trident University International Introduces Glenn R. Jones Scholarship for Student Success
December 3, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce a new academic scholarship. The Glenn R. Jones Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 in honor of Jones International University (JIU) founder Glenn R. Jones…
Trident University Receives A+ Rating from BBB – 2015
Trident University International is proud to have received the top honor from the Better Business Bureau as an A+ Accredited Business. The Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust.
Reduced Tuition Rates for Veterans
All veteran or active duty members of the military are eligible for a reduced VA tuition. Trident is proud to provide a special Veteran Education Grant for retirees and veterans of the armed forces.
Trident’s College of Business Wins Top Honors
Trident University’s Online Business and Management programs are ranked among the top in the country by GraduatePrograms.com. This is an overall rating of the graduate experience at each college or university. It is based on cumulative student ratings of individual graduate programs within each school. Students evaluate their experiences based on a variety of academic and social criteria.
Trident Online Health Administration is “Top Ranked” in Country
Trident University’s Online Health Administration program is ranked among the top schools in the country by GraduatePrograms.com. This is an overall rating of the graduate experience at each college or university. It is based on cumulative student ratings of individual graduate programs within each school. Students evaluate their experiences based on a variety of academic and social criteria.
Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Earn a superior education entirely online. Trident University is the first fully online university regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional Accreditation is recognized by many in higher education as the gold standard that validates the challenging and rewarding academics that make the Trident Learning Model so uniquely effective.
2015 Best Value Online Healthcare Degrees
“Its Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences allows students to customize their degree by choosing a concentration in Healthcare Management or Public Health. The Master of Science in Health Administration also has flexible customization available. Students can choose concentrations such as conflict resolution management, health care quality assurance, or health informatics.”
Trident University’s Online MBA is Ranked #1
Trident receives top honors from TopManagementDegrees.com as the most Affordable MBA program . “Trident tries to serve the under-served student who is limited because of time, distance, or occupation and allows them to choose many online sessions offered at multiple times per year. The Trident MBA is focused on equipping the business student for the global business environment.”
Request Info
Complete this form and a Trident University Admissions Advisor will contact you within 1 business day.
