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| Associate of Science in General Studies |
If you are unsure of which career or major to pursue but want to continue your education immediately, earning an Associate of Applied Science in General Studies degree is a ...show more »great way to start.
Along with a foundation of communication, interpersonal and math skills, this General Studies Degree program exposes you to a wide range of topics that allow for career exploration. It is an excellent option if you plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in any field of study. «show less
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| Associate's (ASACC) - Accounting |
Professional education in accounting can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility in accounting-related fields. Accounting processes are found in every business and industry, ...show more »including government, education, health care, not-for-profit, and military organizations. Entry-level accountants are key players in the financial information arena of all organizations. They provide much of the information used by these organizations to make decisions that will help them attain their goals. Beyond the fundamental tasks of the occupation-preparing, analyzing and verifying financial documents in order to provide information to clients-many accountants now are required to possess a wide range of knowledge and skills.
The ASACC degree program is designed to equip students with a variety of basic accounting skills that are useful in entry-level accounting positions. Students can develop a base of practical, real-world skills from instructors who are accounting professionals. Building on a foundation of communication, interpersonal and math skills, they can learn all aspects of the accounting cycle, including analyzing and interpreting various financial statements. Courses in business and managerial accounting give students the tools for making basic decisions in organizations.
ASACC Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASACC degree program should be able to:
• Describe the various forms of businesses and the environment
in which businesses operate.
• Apply professional communication skills.
• Develop personal financial goals and a personal budget.
• Explain the basic accounting concepts.
• Discuss the roles of managers and leaders in organizations.
• Describe the accounting concepts underlying the financial
reporting model.
• Prepare financial statements for various business needs.
• Use the tools of economics for decision making for the firm
operating in the market economy.
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| Associate's (ASBA) - Business Administration |
If you are interested in pursuing a career in business management, the Business Administration degree program can help get you on your way. This degree program is offered through our ...show more »CTU Sioux Falls location as well as CTU Online where you have the flexibility to earn your degree from anywhere.
CTU's online Business Administration Degree program can help prepare you for situations in the workplace. Our Associate of Science in Business Administration (ASBA) emphasizes a strong base of business fundamentals, including critical thinking and decision-making skills, along with a foundation of communication, interpersonal and math skills. You can learn practical, real-world applications from instructors with extensive business experience.
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| Bachelor of Science in Accounting |
If you are looking for a career that can open the door to almost any business or organization, accounting is it. This program can help you develop critical problem-solving skills ...show more »in accounting and management and will teach you to prepare, comprehend and interpret the required financial statements according to generally accepted accounting principles. It's designed to help you acquire an understanding of corporate accounting, taxation, government and not-for-profit accounting and auditing to prepare for a wide range of professional opportunities. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance |
Colorado Tech Online's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Finance is designed to prepare students with a fundamental knowledge of the language, concepts and strategies ...show more »required for successful careers in finance.
The curriculum prepares students to understand the functions and roles played by financial markets and institutions and how the flow of funds through various economic systems affects both the personal and business sectors.
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Health Care Management |
If you are seeking a career-focused online Healthcare Degree program concentration that can give you the credentials to pursue a variety of management positions in the field of healthcare, CTU ...show more »can help you achieve your goals. This online Healthcare Management degree program concentration offers the market-current knowledge and skills needed in this rapidly expanding field where the demand for management professionals is expected to grow by 16% through 2016*. During this online Healthcare Management training program you will have the opportunity to explore topics specific to the management of healthcare environments such as legal, ethical and regulatory issues.
With this degree you can pursue career opportunities such as:
Health Education Supervisor
Medical Office Manager
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Human Resource Management |
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Concentration in Human Resource Management
Human resource professionals are employed in virtually every industry. Employment of human resources, training, and labor relations managers and ...show more »specialists is expected to grow at the national level by up to 17 percent through the year 2016*. The Human Resource Management degree program concentration is designed to help students develop insight into management structures and processes and to help build interpersonal and professional skills in communication, human resources and systems management. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Information Technology |
Students in the Bachelor's (BSBA) in Information Technology can gain a well-rounded knowledge of business fundamentals and IT essentials. Students can learn how to apply modern business and IT tools ...show more »to prepare for successful careers in the Information Technology industry.
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - International Business |
If your goal is to be a leader in global business, this online International Business degree program concentration can help provide the foundation necessary for success. It can teach you ...show more »to recognize global differences so that you can learn how to apply sensitivity to cultural diversity issues in many essential areas – including communications, negotiations and legal aspects of global business operations. It is designed to provide you with the knowledge to extend a wide range of businesses across national and international borders – now and in the future.
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Management |
The traditional or online Management Degree program concentration can equip you with the skills necessary to successfully lead people and processes, and grow healthy organizations. In addition to offering a ...show more »solid business and technology foundation, you can gain essential business management knowledge through the study of a broad range of relevant business topics – including human resource management, organization behavior, marketing, and project risk management.
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor's Degree Completion Program is designed to enable completion of a Bachelor's degree in as little as 17 months.*
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing |
The CTU Online Bachelor's (BSBA) in Marketing is designed to prepare graduates to be well qualified for exciting, fast-paced careers in PR, Direct Response Marketing, Retail Management, New Product Planning, ...show more »International Marketing and many others.
Course content has been developed to emphasize current marketing trends and opportunities for success. Some of the courses in the Bachelor's (BSBA) in Marketing degree program include:
Consumer Behavior Fundamentals
Personal Selling and Customer Focus
Marketing Research Practices
Integrated Marketing Strategies
Principles of Advertising and Public Relations
Applied Marketing Management
Courses are taught by established professionals in their field, giving students valuable opportunities to derive insights and real-world perspectives from experts in the Marketing field. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Project Management |
The Project Management degree program concentration focuses on the management of time-limited operations in terms of four constraints: time, cost, resources, and specification. It covers key areas contained in the ...show more »Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), considered to be the industry standard by the Project Management Institute (PMI®).
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| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Property Management |
This Property Management degree program concentration is designed to emphasize communication skills, develop facility leadership and understand finance in the facility and property management environment. Amongst the career-relevant skills taught ...show more »in the program are how to maintain satisfactory tenant relations and other managerial techniques for the real estate professional.
With this Property Management degree program concentration you can pursue career opportunities such as:
* Residential Facilities Manager
* Residential Property Manager
* Commercial Facilities Manager
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| Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice |
Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to ...show more »the management skills needed for career advancement.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is a unique program in that it offers students a component of forensic study not usually available at the undergraduate level. A Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice can help prepare students for positions such as police officer, deputy sheriff, fraud investigator, highway patrol officer and more.
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| Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Human Services |
With this Criminal Justice program you can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to the management skills needed ...show more »for career advancement. CTU's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program is unique in that it offers a component of forensic study not usually available at the undergraduate level. It's designed to help prepare you for a wide range of careers in the criminal justice system at the local, state or federal level and can provide a strong foundation if your long-range goal is to pursue a law degree.
For students with eligible college or military experience, Colorado Technical University's Bachelor's Degree Completion Program is designed to enable completion of a Bachelor's degree in as little as 17 months.*
*The 17-month Bachelor's degree assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent. Program length varies by program. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Financial Forensics |
CTU's Bachelor of Science in Financial Forensics degree program is designed for students who wish to combine a solid foundation in Finance and Accounting with the knowledge and skills necessary ...show more »to enter the field of financial investigations. Students can take classes that give them a solid foundation in financial regulations and statutes, finance and accounting concepts and criminal investigations. Specialized concentration courses that focus on the investigation of money laundering, terrorist financing, and forensic accounting can give the students the skills critical to participating in financial investigations.
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| Bachelor of Science in Financial Planning |
The Bachelor of Science in Financial Planning degree program contains course work designed to familiarize students with the many facets of financial planning. Among the areas to be explored in ...show more »this Financial Planning training program will be: how to manage every day risks and how we can invest and utilize assets to meet individual financial goals. With the knowledge gained in this curriculum, students can develop the necessary skills to enhance their ability to sit for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam* and consider financial planning as a career. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration |
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration
The Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration (BSHSA) degree program is designed for students with an Associate degree* in a health services field ...show more »and/or those with an unrelated Associate degree who are currently working in a health services field. This Health Services Administration program is designed to help prepare you to become an administrative leader in a health services organization.
The BSHSA degree program includes a comprehensive overview of healthcare systems that can help provide you with knowledge regarding the complexity and interrelatedness of the delivery of healthcare services. This Health Services Administration program also includes a unique opportunity to spend two quarters in a healthcare organization exploring the intricacies of health services administration. At the completion of the externship, you will be expected to make a professional presentation to the host organization and your peers.
After completing this Health Services Administration Program, you can pursue a career path as mid-level administrative manager in:
* Hospitals
* Clinics
* Medical practice organizations
* Long-term care facilities
* Community health providers
* Health insurance companies
* Consulting firms
* Managed Care Organizations
* Pharmaceutical companies
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| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Network Management |
The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program features a concentration in Network Management. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, students can learn to ...show more »install, configure and support internal and/or external networks. They will be challenged to learn how to troubleshoot networks to determine the root causes of problems, and they will be taught to analyze the business and technical requirements for a network infrastructure and design a network infrastructure that meets those requirements.
The BSIT in Network Management can help prepare students to pursue such positions as Network Administrator, Server-side Programmer, Network Control Technician, Help Desk Technician, and many others.
The BSIT degree program with a concentration in Network Management includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Security |
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Concentration in Security degree program can help you build your credentials in the field of computer security. Along with knowledge essential ...show more »to the field, it offers meaningful perspectives that you can apply to your own career objectives. The emphasis will be on analyzing security policies and evaluating risk assessment techniques. As you begin to understand security principles, concepts and techniques, you will have the opportunity to develop, implement and analyze disaster recovery plans.
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| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Application Programming |
Successful organizations use technology to find solutions to all kinds of business challenges, and individuals who understand how to use technology to contribute to productivity and the bottom line are ...show more »valued employees. The core of this program centers on an enhanced view of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as a rational, systematic and repeatable process of systems implementation and project management applicable across the spectrum of information technology careers. Concentration courses are designed to provide students with the industry-current knowledge and skill to differentiate between current computer networks, protocols and the role of network management software in organizations, in addition to many other career-related competencies. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Systems Engineering |
If you are interested in building credentials in the field of systems engineering, this Software Systems Engineering concentration program can help you gain meaningful perspectives that can help you achieve ...show more »your career objectives. It is designed to help prepare you to elicit, identify, define and document software requirements - and will challenge you to develop use case scenarios for requirement creation and software design. As you progress, you will have the opportunity to apply appropriate software design models to develop a software solution as well as planning, implementing and reporting software testing.
After you complete CTU's online Software Systems training, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
* Software Engineer – entry level
* Computer Programmer
* Applications Developer
* Software Architect – entry level
* Network Administrator
* Database Administrator
* Network Operations Analyst
* Network Architect
* Systems Designer
* Business Analyst
* Systems Analyst
* IT Project Leader
* Technology Sales Account Representative
* And many other related occupations
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| Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN Degree Completion) |
If you are an RN looking to increase your career opportunities, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program can help you achieve your goals. It is designed to help ...show more »you to develop the skills needed for leadership and lifelong achievement in nursing – and to take advantage of the growing need for qualified RNs. Demand is expected to increase by 23% through 2016*, driven by technological advances in patient care which permit a greater number of health problems to be treated, an increasing emphasis on preventive care, and an aging population that will require nursing care.
The National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice is urging that two thirds of the workforce in nursing be at least baccalaureate prepared by 2010. RN to BSN programs offer advanced education to contribute to further development of critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and analytical skills preparing nurses for a broader scope of practice. A baccalaureate degree in nursing may open new opportunities for RN's which may not be available to nurses holding associate degrees or diplomas in nursing. «show less
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| Doctor of Computer Science |
If you are a computer science professional interested in taking your career development to the highest level and making key leadership contributions in your area of expertise, you may want ...show more »to consider enrolling in the Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) degree program offered through Colorado Technical University.
The Doctor of Computer Science degree program encourages you to think and act strategically and facilitates in developing your ability to predict future trends and make positive contributions in your area of technical expertise through mentoring, action research and practical projects. You can also perform research that advances the field of computer science and perfect your ability to effectively communicate technical material to non-technical decision makers. This Doctor of Computer Science degree program is designed by computer science professionals and academics to help you:
Develop a software process improvement plan for an organization.
Design, test and implement an experiment, reporting on the results.
Evaluate established and emerging security systems.
Predict future trends and developments based on data and research.
All three years of the Doctor of Computer Science degree program are designed to provide computer science professionals with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a successful career and research in their chosen field.
Year one of this executive format Computer Science degree program focuses on research in the software engineering process: analysis, design, simulation and modeling, which should result in a broad overview of computer science and enable the use of simulation and modeling skills to produce an experimental design. Year two is designed to help you form a personal understanding of the advanced research and methods used in the specialized area of study. The focus of research is database systems, software usability, and new developments in computer science. Projects include the preparation of an industry white paper and a proposal for research to be carried out in the third year. The final year of the program involves developing metrics and risk analysis programs, exploration of high level design issues, evaluation of methods of maintaining security in distributed systems, and anticipating and planning for the future. The deliverable in year three is an applied research project to be submitted to an academic journal. «show less
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| Doctor of Computer Science in Enterprise Information Systems |
Computer science professionals specializing in large-scale information systems and interested in making key leadership contributions in their area of expertise may want to consider enrolling in the Doctor of Computer ...show more »Science degree program with a concentration in Enterprise Information Systems (DCS-EIS).
The DCS-EIS program is designed to develop leaders in designing, implementing and managing very large databases and large-scale systems in organizations that can operate on a global level. Each year of the DCS-EIS program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to:
* Attain familiarity with the body of knowledge in current enterprise information systems.
* Become a familiar with models such as CMMI and the Baldridge Process.
* Effectively communicate technical material to non-technical stakeholders and/or decision makers.
* Effectively manage IT implementation processes, testing and user training.
* Predict future trends through innovative research using qualitative and quantitative methods.
This Enterprise Information Systems concentration emphasizes action research. The first year allows you to learn about analysis and design from a user perspective, while forming the ability to think critically and creatively with the ultimate goal of developing an enterprise information system designed to improve business processes.
Once that foundation is in place, you can choose an area of specialization and gains an in-depth knowledge of four common areas: strategy, structure, requirements engineering, and decision support. This deeper level of understanding will result in an industry white paper and a proposal for research to be conducted in the third year. The final year of the program involves developing a formal implementation program, taking into consideration budget, training and testing and developing a critical path to completion, anticipating and planning for the future. The deliverable in year three is an applied research project, to be submitted to an academic journal.
The Enterprise Information Systems concentration encourages you to think and act strategically and facilitates development of your ability to predict future trends and make positive contributions in your area of technical expertise through mentoring, action research and practical projects.
The Doctor of Computer Science with a concentration in Enterprise Information Systems includes twelve 5-credit classes and twelve 3-credit research and writing courses. One research and writing course is taken each quarter in conjunction with one formal course over a three year period. Courses are taught using Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model™ in an executive format. Each course combines an active online component with an intensive residential session lasting four and a half days. Students are required to attend two of the quarterly residential sessions held throughout the year based on their start date.
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| Doctor of Management |
Doctor of Management - concentration in Emerging Media
Do you want to change the world? The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Emerging Media (DM-EM) is a multidisciplinary area designed ...show more »to encourage your professional development in management through mentoring, action research, and practical projects, enabling you to make key leadership contributions in this incredibly fast-moving field. Now is the perfect time to become an expert and help shape the future of emerging media.
Moving from research to content specialization to the ability to manage change, our Emerging Media degree concentration gives you the opportunity to develop a leadership style that allows you to critically evaluate, analyze, and solve problems within emerging media. Many newly formed as well as traditional career tracks can benefit from this degree.
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| Doctorate of Management - Environmental and Social Sustainability (Executive Format) |
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Environmental and Social Sustainability degree program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a ...show more »rewarding career in their chosen field, with specific applications in Environmental and Social Sustainability (ESS). The first year of this Environmental and Social Sustainability degree program focuses on research and studying classic and current management literature. In the second year, the student begins to form a personal understanding of the management research and methods used in ESS. The final year is reserved for the development of leadership skills, resulting in the production of four publishable papers or a dissertation that must be approved by a three-member committee.
Course content is geared towards teaching students how to apply systems thinking skills to environmental issues and develop a plan for the implementation of the triple bottom line in an organization. Students can experience an entire cycle in action research in a complex organization. They are also taught how to frame policy agendas for creating inter-organizational collaboration among businesses, government and advocacy organizations.
Some of the required Environmental and Social Sustainability courses include:
Systems Thinking for Sustainability
Organizational Performance and the Triple Bottom Line
Advanced Action Research for ESS
Policy and Governance in Trans-Organizational Collaboration for ESS
Strategic Thinking for ESS
Futuring and Innovation for ESS
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Environmental and Social Sustainability includes twelve 5-credit classes and twelve 3-credit research and writing courses. One research and writing course is taken each quarter in conjunction with one formal course over a three year period. Courses are taught using Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model™ in an executive format: each course combines an active online component with an intensive residential session lasting four and a half days. Students are required to attend two of the quarterly residential sessions held throughout the year based on their start date. «show less
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| Doctorate of Management - Organizational Development and Change (Executive Format |
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Organizational Development and Change (ODC) degree program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue ...show more »a rewarding career in their chosen field. The first year of this Organizational Development and Change program focuses on research and studying classic and current management literature. In the second year, the student begins to form a personal understanding of the management research and methods used in Organizational Development and Change. The final year is reserved for the development of leadership skills and the ability to manage change, resulting in the production of four publishable papers or a dissertation that must be approved by a three-member committee.
Course content of the Organizational Development and Change degree concentration is geared towards teaching students how to evaluate organizational design in the context of the strategic plan. They are also challenged to design a large systems intervention strategy and experience and analyze an entire cycle in action research in a complex organization.
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Organizational Development and Change includes twelve 5-credit classes and twelve 3-credit research and writing courses. One research and writing course is taken each quarter in conjunction with one formal course over a three year period. Courses are taught using Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model™ in an executive format. Each course combines an active online component with an intensive residential session lasting four and a half days. Students are required to attend two of the quarterly residential sessions held throughout the year based on their start date.
Some of the required courses include:
Fundamentals of Management
Research Methods and Design
Qualitative and Ethnographic Methods
Strategic Organization Design
Large Scale Transformational Change
Philosophy of Science, Values and Ethics
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| Doctorate of Management in Homeland Security (Executive Format) |
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Homeland Security (HLS) degree program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a rewarding ...show more »career in their chosen field, with specific applications in Homeland Security. The first year focuses on research and studying classic and current management literature. In the second year, the student begins to form a personal understanding of the management research and methods used in Homeland Security. The final year is reserved for the development of leadership skills, resulting in the production of four publishable papers or a dissertation that must be approved by a three-member committee.
Course content is geared towards teaching students how to assess trans-organizational structures for the management of Homeland Security. Students are also challenged to develop a plan for coordinating networked Homeland Security organizations, analyze how crises unfold and evaluate contingencies for dealing with complications as they arise. Instruction is provided in framing policy agendas for creating inter-organizational collaboration among businesses, government and advocacy organizations.
The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Homeland Security includes twelve 5-credit classes and twelve 3-credit research and writing courses. One research and writing course is taken each quarter in conjunction with one formal course over a three year period. Courses are taught using Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model™ in an executive format: each course combines an active online component with an intensive residential session lasting four and a half days. Students are required to attend two of the quarterly residential sessions held throughout the year based on their start date. «show less
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| Executive Master of Business Administration |
If you are a interested in acquiring the credentials for management positions in a wide range of businesses, CTU’s Executive MBA or Executive MBA Online degree programs can help you ...show more »develop advanced leadership and decision making skills with a broad foundation of relevant knowledge that can help you be successful in today's leading companies and organizations. The degree program is structured to give you important management tools and basic concepts that you can build on and apply to a variety of career fields. And, unlike most other Executive MBA programs, it also incorporates information technology management and project management.
This Executive MBA program features project management coursework as a registered provider of The Project Management Institute (PMI®), which is recognized as the global leader in the development of standards and practices for the project management profession. «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Accounting |
If you are seeking a managerial position in finance, this program can provide the foundation you need to work with changing financial laws and regulations and increased scrutiny of corporate ...show more »finances. It covers advanced topics such as taxation, financial reporting, auditing and cost accounting, accounting information systems, and managerial decision making to prepare you for issues facing today's businesses, The need for financial managers – especially with a Master's degree -- is expected to grow by 13%* during the next seven years «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Finance |
If your career goals are focused on learning to make sound financial decisions that can enhance the prospects for successful business initiatives, the Finance degree concentration program can help you ...show more »develop your ability to analyze essential financial information – and the decision making abilities that can make the difference between success and failure of a project or venture. With a solid financial foundation you can be prepared to take advantage of the increasing demand* for qualified financial managers and analysts. «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management |
If you are a motivated professional interested in pursuing managerial opportunities in healthcare, the Healthcare Management Master's Degree concentration can help you gain a real-world understanding of current topics and ...show more »issues facing the industry. This Master's Degree in Business Administration is designed to help you develop relevant management skills in areas such as resource allocation, risk assessment, and financing - and become adept at effective coordination of resources, while working under the constraints of legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines.
This program can help prepare you for to pursue positions such as:
Health Services Manager
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| Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management |
If you are focusing your sights on a management career in the field of Human Resources, the MBA in Human Resource Management Degree concentration is designed to help you develop ...show more »strong interpersonal skills that can help you be successful in a wide range of corporate environments and organizations. It is designed to help prepare you to integrate HR functions into an organization's strategic plan and covers relevant topics such as long-range planning approaches, developing leadership vision, conflict resolution, international labor relations and more. «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
Students enrolled in Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Business Administration program with a concentration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management have the opportunity to learn about how to ...show more »run a global supply chain that is cost effective and efficient. Some specific topics covered in the curriculum include procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and the quantitative and qualitative aspects of distribution management. «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Marketing |
This MBA in Marketing Degree concentration is designed to help you acquire an industry-current understanding of the functional aspects of business and cultivate the visionary abilities that innovation in marketing ...show more »requires. You will have opportunities to gain first-hand knowledge and meaningful perspectives that you can apply to your own professional objectives and strategies - with an emphasis on marketing research methodologies, e-marketing, and customer relationship management, including developing marketing plans and creating surveys.
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| Master of Business Administration - Mediation and Dispute Resolution |
The MBA in Mediation and Dispute Resolution Degree concentration is designed for mediation professionals that have earned the Advanced Practitioner of Mediation (APM) designation of the Institute for Advanced Dispute ...show more »Resolution (IADR). The field of mediation has become increasingly significant in modern business environments as it can prevent costly litigation, worker strikes and other disruptions. The degree program was designed with the direction of leaders in management to help you learn and develop mediation process skills and conflict resolution procedures for use in the workplace.
Employment of labor relations staff, including arbitrators and mediators, should grow by as much as 16 percent through the year 2016 as firms become more involved in labor relations and attempt to resolve potentially costly labor-management disputes out of court.*
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| Master of Business Administration - Operations Management |
The MBA in Operations Management Degree Concentration from CTU can help you acquire the qualifications to pursue executive-level career opportunities in a wide range of fields that require people with ...show more »the ability to oversee the operations aspect of a company or organization. The purpose of our MBA in Operations Management Degree Concentration is to offer you a solid foundation of industry-current knowledge and management skills necessary to pursue positions responsible for directing the operations of large and small corporations, public sector organizations, and nonprofit institutions. «show less
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| Master of Science in Computer Science - Computer Systems Security |
Earning a Master of Science in Computer Engineering (MSCE) can be a great way to advance within your company because it integrates the additional software design and security skills training ...show more »you may need to take your career to new heights.
More than ever, successful businesses demand computer engineering professionals who can motivate and lead the technical workers responsible for these advances. The MSCE degree program emphasizes effective optimization of computer systems within organizations to strengthen competitive advantage. Our Master of Science in Computer Engineering Degree program covers research, design, development and testing of computer hardware and software, along with the project management and leadership skills training necessary for increased responsibility in the engineering career field. Our Computer Engineering training gives you the chance to gain a more in-depth understanding and design ability in advanced systems, especially in the areas of digital signal processing, computer architecture and software design. «show less
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| Master of Science in Computer Science - Database Systems |
If you are a computer science professional, then earning a Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Database Systems (MSCS-DB) degree can help you gain a competitive ...show more »edge in pursuing increasing levels of responsibility in your career.
Today's successful organizations recognize the importance of high-performance database management systems, which can offer strategic advantages in the competitive marketplace. Highly specialized skills are required to design, configure, and manage these data warehouses. «show less
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| Master of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering |
If you are a computer science engineer, then earning a Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering (MSCS-SE) can help you gain a competitive edge ...show more »in pursuing increasing levels of responsibility in your career. Employment of computer software engineers is expected to grow at the national level by up to 38 percent through the year 2016 as organizations design and develop new computer software systems, and incorporate new technologies in a rapidly growing range of applications in order to maximize the efficiency of their computer systems.
The MSCS-SE degree program can give you the skills necessary for the organization and control of software development efforts using industry-current software engineering techniques to successfully deliver software systems requiring multi-person effort. You can learn to apply the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing and evaluation of the software and systems that can optimize the performance of computers in their many applications. «show less
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| Master of Science in Management - Core |
This Master of Science in Management Degree program can help prepare you to lead and manage technical initiatives and business operations to help your company compete in today's global business ...show more »environment. It's designed to help you acquire a broad range of relevant knowledge consisting of research methods, leadership, managerial decision-making, and operations management – integrated with a solid practical research foundation. Building on this core you can tailor the program to meet your individual job responsibilities, organizational needs and career goals.
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| Master of Science in Management - Criminal Justice |
Master of Science in Management - Concentration in Criminal Justice
The criminal justice field is expanding at the national level in the areas of corrections, law enforcement, law and the courts, ...show more »and in many types of diversionary and ancillary programs that support the system*. As a result, there is a demand for criminal justice professionals with leadership and management skills, and for those with expertise in program evaluation, budgeting and policymaking.
Our Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Criminal Justice will challenge you to develop your management skills and gain expertise in program evaluation, budgeting and policy-making relevant to the criminal justice system. You will have the opportunity to examine how court rulings, public opinion, research and legislative actions have influenced justice-related policies – and to explore topics such as homeland security, evidence management, and dealing with challenges faced by modern public safety agencies.
The MSM in Criminal Justice Degree Concentration includes CTU Academic Certificates
CTU Academic Certificates are résumé-enhancing credentials built right into course content, so you can progressively add marketable skills to your professional qualification as you study.
Public Administration
Grant Writing
Criminal Justice
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| Master of Science in Management - Information Systems Security |
Businesses and organizations throughout the world are constantly experiencing attacks or security-related incidents on their computer systems and networks. The loss or corruption of information systems can significantly affect the ...show more »organization and result in a substantial loss of revenue. To address these threats, both private and government organizations are investing considerable funds in information security specialists to implement security measures and make their organizations safe.
The Information Systems Security degree concentration is designed to help you advance your technical skills to prepare for a leadership role in planning, managing, certifying and accrediting a security plan for your organization – including methods to combat threats to corporate technical resources, which in today's world is becoming a top priority for more and more businesses. Your studies will also include a Project Management Institute (PMI®)-registered project management component that provides a solid base of knowledge to address today's most pressing management challenges.
This degree is accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center (PMI-GAC). Of over 450 universities worldwide that offer degrees in Project Management, CTU is one of only 31 offering programs accredited by PMI-GAC - and one of three offering undergraduate programs with this select accreditation.
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| Master of Science in Management - Information Technology Management |
This degree program can help prepare you to integrate and manage an organization's information and technology tools to help maximize competitive advantages. The focus of this IT Management degree concentration ...show more »is to equip you with the skills to effectively manage IT projects of all kinds and help you gain an understanding of computer architecture, networking and telecommunication, database management, and business and financial management strategies. It covers key areas included in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), which serves as the fundamental knowledge base for project management developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI®).
This degree is accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center (PMI-GAC). Of over 450 universities worldwide that offer degrees in Project Management, CTU is one of only 31 offering programs accredited by PMI-GAC - and one of three offering undergraduate programs with this select accreditation.*
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| Master of Science in Management - Project Management |
The intent of this online Project Management concentration is to enable you to develop the leadership abilities and vision to pursue successful management careers. To that end, our Project Management ...show more »concentration focuses on the importance of leadership as it pertains to the complete spectrum of management responsibilities, and covers key areas contained in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) - considered to be the industry standard by the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Topics studied in this online Project Management program include: time and conflict management, HR management, risk analysis and management, scheduling techniques and many others.
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| Master of Science in Management ? Organization Leadership and Change |
Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Organizational Leadership and Change
Today's management professionals seeking to broaden and expand on their experience in organizational leadership and change management require ...show more »specialized knowledge and skills. In this industry-current curriculum, students will have an opportunity to learn how to investigate and analyze leadership roles and responsibilities and discuss organizational behavior and organization development theory. They will also be challenged to research and discuss individual and group reaction to change as they correlate and examine various approaches to leading change initiative. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates can be able to differentiate between various organizational designs and strategic implementation.
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| Master's of Business Administration - Environmental and Social Sustainability |
The Environmental and Social Sustainability Degree concentration is offered to students who are passionate about helping to build a better world. In addition to the foundations of sustainable business, this ...show more »Business Administration Master's Degree program provides students with the knowledge they will need to apply the principles of the Triple Bottom Line (People, Planet, Profit). Course content will focus on making difficult decisions that attempt to simultaneously address economic, ethical, technological, social justice, and environmental concerns.
The Environmental and Social Sustainability Degree Concentration Includes 2 CTU Academic Certificates
CTU Academic Certificates are résumé-enhancing credentials built right into course content, so you can progressively add marketable skills to your professional qualifications as you study.
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| Masters of Science in Management in Homeland Security |
The War on Terror has focused the nation's attention on homeland security, which has become a concern at all levels of government and in a wide variety of organizations. In ...show more »this industry-current Homeland Security degree concentration, students have an opportunity to fully address policy, organizational and substantive issues regarding homeland security. Students learn how to analyze models of Homeland Security and effectively communicate them, demonstrate an understanding of terrorism and the psychology of fear, evaluate technological solutions to problems of Homeland Security and much more.
When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
Homeland Security Coordinator
Homeland Security Acquisition Specialist
Homeland Security Operations Specialist
Homeland Security Logistics Professional
Law Enforcement Management
Emergency Management Administrator
Emergency Management Planner
Emergency Management Coordinator
Emergency Management Director
Emergency Medical Response Planner
Emergency Operations Center Director
Program Manager
Risk Management Specialist
Senior Exercise Planner
Senior Exercise Evaluator
Business Continuity Consultant
Business Resilience Consultant
Disaster Recovery Specialist
Senior Analyst
Intelligence Analyst
Intelligence Professional
Military Planner
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| Associate's (ASIHAS) - Health Administration Services |
If you are seeking a career-focused online Healthcare Degree program concentration that can give you the credentials to pursue a variety of management positions in the field of healthcare, CTU ...show more »can help you achieve your goals. This online Healthcare Management degree program concentration offers the market-current knowledge and skills needed in this rapidly expanding field where the demand for management professionals is expected to grow by 16% through 2016*. During this online Healthcare Management training program you will have the opportunity to explore topics specific to the management of healthcare environments such as legal, ethical and regulatory issues.
With this degree you can pursue career opportunities such as:
Health Education Supervisor
Medical Office Manager
Billing Supervisor
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor's Degree Completion Program is designed to enable completion of a Bachelor's degree in as little as 17 months.**
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Accountants and Auditors, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos014.htm (visited January 22, 2009).
**The 17-month Bachelor's degree assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent. Program length varies by program. «show less
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| Associate's (ASIHIT) - Information Technology |
The ASIT degree program is designed to help you develop practical, real-world technology skills from instructors who are also IT professionals. You can also complete important undergraduate foundation studies in ...show more »areas including English, math and science, as well as the course requirements for the first two years of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) or Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management (BSISM) degree programs.
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| Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security and Emergency Management |
Homeland Security encompasses a broad range of disciplines that play vital roles in the protection of our nation. Developed with guidance provided by the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland ...show more »Defense and Security, this program is designed to help students acquire an in-depth understanding of emergency management, technology, communications, intelligence, critical infrastructure, terrorism and other knowledge needed in a wide range of government and private organizations. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates can be prepared to apply the fundamentals of homeland security and emergency management to create plans, analyze risk and propose solutions. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Finance |
The goal of Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Finance degree program is to build a strong base of contemporary business skills, tools, techniques and technologies for career-minded students ...show more »interested in the fields of financial management, corporate finance and financial analysis.
In this professionally focused curriculum, students will be given the opportunity to study current approaches to financial planning and analysis, capital budgeting, money and capital markets, investments and securities, corporate risk management and financial markets and institutions. Coursework will challenge them to:
Demonstrate the application of computer systems technology including spreadsheets, the Internet, search engines among others.
Understand the role of capital markets in investment opportunities.
Examine the financial performance of a firm based on its financial statements.
Discuss the ethical ramifications of a firm’s financial disclosure.
Describe the functions and roles played by financial markets and institutions particularity as they relate to the flow of funds from lenders to borrowers within the global financial system.
Evaluate the activities and impact of the U.S. treasury department, state and local governmental units' involvement in raising funds within the financial system.
Discuss and evaluate the ethical, economic, demographic, social and technological forces reshaping financial institutions, financial markets and the financial system.
Analyze the ways in which monetary policy can influence a nation's economic goals of achieving full employment, controlling inflation, sustaining adequate economic growth and achieving a stable balance‐of‐payments position. «show less
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| Bachelor of Science in Management |
In today's complex business environments, working professionals are increasingly called upon to perform key management functions. Whether in small office settings or in large corporate environments, a broad range of ...show more »supervisory and management positions can be pursued by those with the right qualifications.
The CTU BSM program is designed to help motivated business professionals understand basic functional areas of management and the critical skills necessary to solve business problems. The curriculum is structured to provide students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to build leadership skills and prepare for future opportunities.
*The student seeking a BSM degree must have an Associate degree from an accredited university or college. The general education core for CTU Bachelor of Science degrees must be met prior to graduation. These requirements may be met as a combination of courses completed as part of the Associate degree, additional transfer credit from outside institutions granted by CTU, and by additional coursework prescribed by CTU upon acceptance into the BSM program. BSM includes approximately 90 credit hours of transfer credit from an Associate Degree program. Students will be required to have 182 credits for graduation; a student could complete the degree program with more than 182 credits. «show less
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| Master of Business Administration - Technology Management |
If you're looking for an MBA program that can help prepare you for current and future opportunities in the area of technology management, CTU's Master of Business Administration with a ...show more »concentration in Technology Management degree concentration can help you learn what it takes to adapt to this continually evolving landscape. Because the way a company uses and manages technology is critical to remaining competitive, the MBA in Technology Management degree concentration is designed to help you acquire a strong foundation and develop relevant skills for projects ranging from constructing business plans to overseeing network security to directing Internet operations. «show less
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| Master of Science in Management - Enterprise Information Systems |
Computer science professionals with an interest in specializing in large-scale information systems and assuming key leadership roles in their area of expertise may want to consider enrolling in the Master ...show more »of Science in Enterprise Information Systems (MSEIS) program.
This Enterprise Information Systems Master's Degree program is designed to develop your skills in designing, implementing and managing very large databases and large-scale systems in organizations that can operate on a global level. Large, complex organizations require a different perspective when solving technical problems and need technical leaders who can take a problem and find a technical solution that will be functional for all components of the enterprise. The Master of Science in Enterprise Information Systems program centers on a set of core courses which are designed to provide you with an understanding of all the different elements that comprise an information systems enterprise and how those elements are interrelated. You can acquire the skills and training necessary to effectively analyze, design, implement and optimize complex data repositories in order to transform data into powerful information systems for large organizations.
When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
* Chief Technology Officer
* Relational Database Administrator
* Database Engineer/Architect
* Data Security Administrator
* Consulting Data Architect
* Enterprise Information Manager
* Enterprise Systems Developer
* Enterprise Systems Architect
* Enterprise Systems Project Manager
* And many other engineering and IT management positions in a variety of industries.
The MS in Enterprise Information Systems Degree Program includes the following CTU Academic Certificates:
* Enterprise Solutions
* Information Systems Development
* Security Certification and Accreditation
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