| UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
(Undergraduate certificate programs are ineligible for federal financial aid unless the student is in a bachelors degree program)
Certificate in Advertising and Promotions
Certificate in Business Communications
Certificate in Criminal Justice for Law Enforcement or Organizational Security
Certificate in Health Care Management
Certificate in Information Systems and Technology
Certificate in Lay Leadership of Education Ministries
Certificate in Lay Leadership of Sports Ministries
Certificate in Management Practices
Certificate in Marketing Practices
Certificate in Music Ministry Leadership
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CERTIFICATE IN ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONS (21 hours)
This program will introduce you to promotional strategy, marketing, and graphic design – a dynamic mix of business and art. You can learn key strategies and harness your creativity, building the skills you will use in present and future employment.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
MRKT 3301 Principles of Marketing *
MRKT 3303 Promotional Strategy
MRKT 4345 Consumer Behavior *
COMA 3316 Media Graphics
and
COMA 2317 Advertising and Visual Communication I
COMA 3317 Advertising and Visual Communication II
or
COMA 2318 Basic Digital Design (S-L)
COMA 3318 Desktop Publishing and Design II
* course also available online
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CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (18 hours)
The talent of a powerful communicator is developed one skill at a time. During this program, you can develop various communication competencies such as: effective writing skills; perception and interpretation of nonverbal messages; preparation and delivery of presentations or speeches; and, recognizing and adapting your own communication styles to fit the requirements of your audience.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Course:
COMA 1302 Fundamentals of Speech Communication *
COMA 2305 Interpersonal Communication
COMA 3301 Nonverbal Communication *
COMA 3303 Small Group Communication
COMA (MANA) 4319 Communication Styles:A Key to Business Success *
MANA 3306 Management Communication *
*course also available online
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CERTIFICATE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE FOR ORGANIZATIONAL SECURITY OR LAW ENFORCEMENT (18 hours)
A legal system that is continuously evolving and changing requires skilled and dedicated professionals in the fields of organizational security or law enforcement. This certificate program is designed to provide the educational background desirable for entry into the field of criminal justice, or for potential advancement of those currently employed in the field.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
CRJS 1302 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJS 2304 Fundamentals of Criminal Law
CRJS 2308 Criminal Investigation
Choose a concentration listed below to complete the 18 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
Organizational Security Concentration
CRJS 4303 Organization and Administration
CRJS 4309 Economic Crime
MANA 4341 Negotiations in Management
Law Enforcement Concentration
CRJS 4306 Crime and Drug Control
CRJS 4307 Criminology
CRJS 4308 Corrections
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CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT (18 hours)
This program will provide an opportunity for students to learn skills specific to the current challenges of health care management while developing some of the competencies necessary to assume a health care leadership role.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
HCMG 3301 Health Care Ethics
HCMG 3310 Human Resource Management for Health Care Organizations
HCMG 3320 Finance for Health Care Managers
HCMG 3330 Legal Issues in Health Care Management
HCMG 3340 Organizational Behavior in Health Care Management
MANA 3301 Principles of Management *
* course also available online
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CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
(18 hours)
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.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
MISM 1302 Ethical and Human Side of Information Technology *
MISM 2311 Introduction to Business Software Development
MISM 3301 Information Systems for Management *
MISM 3310 Information Systems Analysis and Design *
MISM 3320 Web Page and Database Design
MISM 4330 Strategic IT Planning and Project Management *
* course also available online
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CERTIFICATE IN LAY LEADERSHIP FOR EDUCATION OR SPORTS MINISTRIES (18 hours)
This program is designed to provide academic training for lay leaders of the contemporary church. The curriculum is intended to enhance the quality of their servant leadership by broadening their knowledge of the key elements of church ministries.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
CHST 3309 Spiritual Formation for Christian Ministry
CHST 4301 The Educational Ministry of the Church
CHST 4302 Practicum in Religious Education
RELI 3374 Christian World View
Choose a concentration listed below to complete the 18 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
Education Ministries (Choose two courses)
CHST 3304 Religion and Older Persons
CHST 4306 Children's Ministry in the Church
CHST 4307 Youth Ministry in the Church
Sports Ministries (Choose a minimum of 6 hours)
KNES 2305 Coaching Today's Athlete
KNES 3310 Recreation Leadership
KNES 3301 Sports Ethics
KNES 4302 Organization/Administration of Kinesiology/Athletic Programs
*course offered online
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CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (18 hours)
Prepare to assume a position of increased responsibility by improving your supervisory and managerial skills through formal academic training. As you learn concepts that you can apply to your job right away, this program will elevate your confidence and ability to effectively manage projects and people.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
MANA 3301 Principles of Management *
MANA 3303 Principles of Organizational Behavior *
Choose four courses from the list below to complete the 18 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
MANA 3302 Principles of Human Resource Management *
MANA 3306 Management Communication *
MANA 3308 Business and Public Law *
MANA 4301 Operations and Quality Management *
MANA 4319 Communication Styles: A Key to Business Success *
MANA 4330 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management *
*course offered online
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CERTIFICATE IN MARKETING PRACTICES (18 hours)
Examine the economical, political, cultural, competitive, and technological forces that influence the marketing environment. Study consumer behavior as it influences all aspects of marketing decisions. This program offers in-depth studies of theory, philosophy, and best practices, while allowing you to select from a wide range of elective courses to meet your individual requirements.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
MRKT 3301 Principles of Marketing *
MRKT 4345 Consumer Behavior *
Choose four courses from the list below to complete the 18 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
MRKT 3303 Promotional Strategy
MRKT 4301 Retail Management and Merchandising
MRKT 4302 Professional Selling and Sales Management
MRKT 4312 eCommerce Development in a Global Market
MRKT 4343 Global Marketing
MRKT 4346 Customer Satisfaction
* course also available online
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CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC MINISTRY LEADERSHIP (24-25 hours)
This program is designed to enhance academic credentials in the music field. The curriculum is intended to enrich the quality of servant leadership through a broadened knowledge of key elements in music ministry and church music administration.
Program Fundamentals
- 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.
Required Courses
MUSI 1304 Fundamentals of Music
MUSI 1311 Music Theory I
MUSI 1312 Music Theory II
MUSI 2307 Music in Worship
MUSI 2311 Music Theory III
MUSI 2312 Music Theory IV
MUSI 4306 Church Music/Worship Administration
Choose a concentration listed below to complete the program (excluding prerequisites).
Children and Youth Music
MUSI 3311 Elementary Music Methods
MUSI 3312 Secondary Music Methods
Arranging/Conducting
MUSI 3207 Basic Conducting
MUSI 4204 Choral Arranging
General
MUSI 4305 Congregational Song
(S-L) = Course(s) with field-based service-learning component.
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