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"B-CU Futures" Positions Institution at Forefront of Next-Generation Education
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov 22, 2025) – Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) is pioneering the future of higher education with the Spring 2026 launch of ‘B-CU Futures’ – an innovative portfolio of eight forward-thinking degree programs designed to place students at the leading edge of emerging industries and technologies.
Breaking new ground in HBCU education, the initiative introduces undergraduate majors in Actuarial Science, Applied Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Esports and Gaming Administration, Healthcare Administration, and Supply Chain Management. The University will also debut a cutting-edge Healthcare Administration track in its MBA program, preparing the next generation of leaders to transform healthcare delivery through innovative management strategies.
As workforce demands evolve, "B-CU Futures" reflects the university’s commitment to aligning academic offerings with evolving employer needs while also providing students with a direct pathway from the classroom to high-demand professions. Each program integrates hands-on learning, applied research, and industry-relevant skills with the university’s strong liberal arts foundation.
“We’re not just responding to the future – we’re actively creating it,” said Dr. Albert Mosley, President of Bethune-Cookman University. “Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was a visionary innovator who understood that education must evolve to serve each generation’s needs. ‘B-CU Futures’ honors that legacy by positioning our Wildcats as pioneers and changemakers in the industries shaping tomorrow.”
The university also recently announced the launch of "B-CU Global" – a technologically advanced online learning platform that leverages digital innovation to democratize access to the University’s bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, reaching learners across the globe.
For more information, visit www.cookman.edu or email admissions@cookman.edu.
About Bethune-Cookman University
Founded in 1904, Bethune-Cookman University is a private, historically Black University located in Daytona Beach, Florida. Guided by the transformative legacy of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, the university serves students through innovative undergraduate and graduate programs that blend tradition with cutting-edge approaches to learning, leadership development, and community impact. B-CU is committed to preparing graduates who will shape the future.
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