Dallas Baptist University Certificate Programs

UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

POST BACHELOR'S CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Identify the forces influencing consumers in our competitive economy.

Develop an understanding of promotions and the marketing mix.

Create and investigate applied design and illustration for various media.

Learn to develop an understanding of your audience so that you can set the best tone for your message.

Begin writing for maximum impact.

Learn to manage and control your “stage fright.”

Acquire the skills necessary for effective business communication.

Gain a broad understanding of the nature and impact of crime, along with a working knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Become familiar with the causes of crime and the fundamentals of criminal investigation.

Study the basic principles of administration and management.

Explore negotiation processes and potential outcomes as related to management practice.

Study the theories guiding ethical decisions and explore how basic principles can be adapted to meet cultural changes affecting health care today.

Learn philosophies and policies of personnel management in health care.

Understand the financial implications of decisions made in a health organization.

Analyze areas of activities in which management functions occur.

This program will provide an opportunity for students to explore the critical relationship of information technology to organizational strategy, resources, and effectiveness. Special emphasis is given to business application development through the study of information technology trends along with the design, implementation, assessment and management of information systems projects.

Study database design, administration, integrity, security, and implementation.
Understand the importance of information technology for business management through in-depth case studies.
Learn how IT is used to create a competitive advantage or solve a business problem
Class projects involving the complete development life cycle are designed to provide experience in all IS functions and business activities.

Study the premises of various world and life views that are distinctly different from the Christian perspective.

Become familiar with multimedia software programs commonly used by churches and ministries.

Learn organizational methods used in the administration of churches and various types of ministries.

Develop the competencies to function creatively with the professional staff and with church members.

Gain insights into interpersonal and group behaviors.

Learn the fundamentals of all aspects in personnel management.

Learn the skills necessary for effective business communication.

Participate in stimulating classroom discussions on current management topics.

Comprehensive examination of principles provides a practical understanding of the dynamic marketing environment.
Gain basic preparation for advancement in marketing fields such as retailing, sales management, advertising, or service management.
Learn how to enhance your skills and develop competencies necessary for making effectual and resourceful business decisions.

Become familiar with the history and influence of music in worship.

Take part in comprehensive surveys of contemporary worship practices through field experiences in various forms.

Learn organizational methods used in church music administration.

Develop the competencies to function creatively with the professional staff and with church members.

MUSI 2311 Music Theory III
MUSI 2312 Music Theory IV
MUSI 4306 Church Music/Worship Administration

Children and Youth Music
MUSI 3211 Elements of Music I
MUSI 3212 Elements of Music II

Arranging/Conducting
MUSI 3207 Basic Conducting
MUSI 4204 Choral Arranging

General
MUSI 4305 Congregational Song

POST BACHELOR'S CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

CERTIFICATE IN PATHWAYS TO TEACHING

The Pathways to Teaching Certificate Program provides an opportunity for individuals holding a valid bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university to pursue teacher certification in early Childhood – Grade 6, Grades 4-8, Grades 8-12, All-level Kinesiology, or All-level Music. Once certification is complete, the individual may add an ESL Supplemental or Special Education Supplemental Teacher Certification.

CERTIFICATIONS AVAILABLE

EC-6 (Early Childhood through sixth grade)
Grades 4-8

English Language Arts and Reading

Mathematics

Science

Grades 8-12

Computer Science

English Language Arts and Reading

History

Life Sciences

Mathematics

Science

All-Level

Kinesiology

Music

An ESL or Special Education Supplement may be added to any of these certifications.

Prerequisites: Students must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA in previous coursework, and an acceptable level of performance on the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) or the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).

Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT) Information

Post-baccalaureate individuals seeking Texas teaching certification who have not yet enrolled in DBU's Pathways to Teaching Certification Program have the opportunity to take the state Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT) to demonstrate subject area content proficiency. Successful test result on the PACT may be substituted for the required 18-24 hours of subject related content courses in the Pathways to Teaching Certification program.

Please contact Carolyn Spain at 214-333-5217 for additional information regarding the PACT procedure, admission requirements, and acceptance into the Pathways to Teaching Certificate program.