This webpage contains guides, tools, and reference pages for MSU faculty and program leaders who are planning, launching, and managing academic programs. Topics follow the life of a program, from market research to registration. Open a topic to see what is available and where each link leads.
UPCEA Hallmarks of Excellence in Digital Learning Enterprises
A framework that treats digital learning as core institutional infrastructure, covering leadership, governance, operations, finance, technology, and strategy rather than only course design and instruction.
UPCEA Benchmarking Online Enterprises: Insights into Structures, Strategies, and Financial Models in Higher Education
2026 survey data on how online enterprises are structured, funded, and led, including budgets, revenue, student fees, and where they sit within the institution.
2026 Risepoint Voice of the Online Learner Report
Today's online learners are career-driven, AI-aware, and expecting more from the institutions they choose.
What Should a Market Analysis Include?
A strong market analysis proves your program is viable, sustainable, competitive, and built for the right audience.
Get Help Preparing PRC Blueprint
The PRC Blueprint is your first formal milestone. Get hands-on support compiling the documentation and checklists you need to submit.
Practical Teaching Resources for MSU Faculty
A growing collection of instructional quick tips covering practical strategies in course design, accessibility, D2L, and open educational resources.
iTeach Course Design Playlist
Developed by MSU's Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation, this playlist brings together course design resources in one place.
Quality Matters at MSU
MSU's central resource page for everything related to Quality Matters, including the campus subscription and course review options.
MSU Badge Standards Guide
A quick reference to the standards every MSU micro-credential badge must meet before it can be issued through Credly, including quality criteria, credential levels, badge design rules, the approval process, and required metadata.
MSU Micro-Credential Guidebook
An overview of micro-credentials and digital badges at MSU for departments, colleges, and units. Covers definitions, the credential taxonomy, platforms and fees, quality standards, governance, and steps to launch and manage a micro-credential.
International Applicants (Graduate School)
International applicants follow a separate process with additional requirements such as English language proficiency documentation.
Graduate School Admissions Page
How to apply to MSU graduate programs. Admissions are decentralized, so applicants should contact their department or program first. Covers application fees, submission limits, the decision process, and fee waivers.
Non-Credit Registration FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the non-credit registration system.
Learner Registration Help Page
Step-by-step instructions for learners on creating an account, completing checkout, and accessing course materials.
Non-credit Program Catalog
Browse MSU's full portfolio of non-credit offerings to understand how programs are listed.