NAU Corporate Partnerships
Become a Corporate Partner with National American University
Opportunities for Corporate and Government Entities to Partner with NAU for Innovative Staff Development
At National American University, our mission is to design innovative, flexible learning experiences that empower working adults to advance in competitive professional and technical fields. Founded in 1941, NAU has grown from a traditional campus-based institution into a fully online university focused on real-world education and personalized student support. We work with corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to help them meet workforce development goals through affordable and scalable education solutions designed for today’s employees.
If you or your organization are interested in exploring partnership opportunities with NAU, we invite you to reach out to us using the form below or contact our Academic Partnership Team directly via email. You may also click Request Information or call 800-609-1434 to speak to an advisor.
Why Partner with NAU
Exclusive Tuition Discounts for Your Employees
NAU provides exclusive tuition rates for corporate and government entities. This allows your tuition assistance or direct bill programs to stretch further while offering employees access to an education from a regionally accredited institution.
Career-Focused Programs at Every Level
NAU offers?associate,?bachelor’s,?master’s, and?doctoral degrees, as well as short-term?undergraduate and graduate certificates. Programs cover a variety of fields including business, management, healthcare, legal studies and technology. Additionally, the?Henley-Putnam School of Strategic Security?offers a unique set of programs focused on intelligence, protection management, and security. For those seeking a fast and efficient path to enhance personal or professional skills, NAU offers the?UpSkill Academy?options. These options support career advancement opportunities and professional growth across a wide range of industries.
Flexible and Accessible for Working Adults
All programs are fully online and designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. Short course formats and flexible enrollment options allow employees to balance work, life, and education without disruption.
Generous Transfer Credit and Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
NAU helps adult learners maximize the value of their prior learning experience. Students can transfer in credits from prior college coursework and may also receive credit for military service, professional certifications, or workplace training through our Prior Learning Assessment process.
Training and Curriculum Development Support
In addition to traditional academic programs, NAU can collaborate with organizations to create custom curriculum and training solutions aligned with specific workforce needs. Whether you are looking to upskill employees, build internal leadership pipelines, or enhance technical capabilities, NAU can support your objectives with tailored content and delivery.
Pathways for Employee Advancement
NAU endeavors to provide clear educational pathways for employees who want to grow within your organization. Whether preparing frontline staff for supervisory roles or equipping future executives with advanced leadership training, our programs align with real career progress opportunities.
Support and Simplicity for Your Organization
Associating with NAU is a simple and effective way to expand your employee development strategy. We work closely with your organization to:
- Create an academic partnership agreement aligned with your goals
- Offer exclusive tuition savings for your employees
- Promote participation and awareness among staff
- Support direct billing or tuition assistance processes
- Provide personalized academic advising for each student
Let’s Work Together
When employees grow, organizations thrive. National American University is ready to help you invest in your team’s future through education designed to deliver measurable impact.
If your company or agency is interested in exploring an academic partnership, contact our Corporate Partnerships Team using the form below or by email. Together, we can endeavor to build a smarter, stronger workforce.
Interested in partnering with NAU?
Offer your students and graduates an opportunity to continue their education online at a regionally-accredited university. Find out more about the benefits of teaming up with NAU.
