In 1941, the National American University, then known as National School of Business, opened its doors in South Dakota to students who desired specialized business training. The curricular offerings include degrees in accounting, general education studies, information technology, paralegal studies, medical assisting, medical administrative assistant, applied management, business administration, therapeutic massage, athletic training, health care management, nursing, organizational leadership and veterinary technology. The university offers a wide variety of undergraduate programs a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Management.