Business and Professional Development

Microsoft Office Specialist -Excel

Requirements - 30 Contact or Clock Hours

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel course is instructor-led and serves as both a refresher for advanced users as well as an introduction to beginners and intermediate users. It also prepares participants for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MPS) Excel certification exam. The course is offered online. The course is 30 contact or clock hours.

Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)

Requirements (273 Contact or Clock Hours)

This program provides participants with a broad background in financial planning and will satisfy the educational requirements needed to sit for the CFP® Certification Examination administered by the CFP® Board. The program covers 89 financial planning topics incorporated into seven courses: CCP 173 General Financial Planning Principles; CCP 174 Risk Management, Insurance, and Employee Benefits; CCP 175 Investment Planning; CCP 176 Tax Planning; CCP 177 Retirement Savings and Income Planning; CCP 178 Estate Planning; and CCP 179 Capstone: Financial Plan Development Course. Each course is 38 contact or clock hours, except for the Capstone which is 45 contact or clock hours. Classes are offered online and in person. The in-person program combines the first two components (CCP 173 and CCP 174). The total program is 273 contact or clock hours.

Professional Coaching Certificate

Requirements (125 Contact or Clock Hours)

This program is designed for those pursuing a career in coaching and looking for premier preparation to coach clients in top leadership positions. The program curriculum is centered on the competencies and highest standards set by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). program offers remote instruction with live sessions targeting ICF competencies with peer practice, real-time feedback, and mentoring. These sessions provide real-world scenarios that provide a backdrop for acquiring and mastering the ICF core competencies. The course includes: ICF competency-based training; Coaching practice sessions; Theory-based coaching model; Coaching Knowledge Assessment; Recording review; Coach readiness assessment tests; and Mentor coaching. Completion of this program will prepare you for ICF certification. The program is 125 contact hours.

SHRM®-CP SHRM®-SCP Certification Preparation

Requirements (40 Contact or Clock Hours)

The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) course  is designed as an overview of key areas in HR management and will provide students with a solid foundation for managing the HR Challenges faced in today’s demanding work environment. It supplies a current reference of HR practices; broadens the perspective of functional specialists; and strengthens individual competencies and productivity. This course prepares students for the SHRM®-CP SHRM®-SCP Certification exam. Classes are offered online and in person. The total program is 40 contact or clock hours.

SHRM Essentials® of HR Management

Requirements (30 Contact or Clock Hours)

The SHRM Essentials of HR Management is an introductory course offering a comprehensive overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. It gives participants critical knowledge to help reduce potentially costly lawsuits and improves their ability to handle challenging HR issues. This course is ideal for those who are just starting out in the human resources profession, or those who are looking for an effective way to boost their employee management skills. The course covers six topics areas: Human Resource Management, Employment Law, Recruitment and Selection, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Development and Performance Management. Classes are offered online and in person. The total program is 30 contact or clock hours.

Project Management PMP® Certification Exam Preparation

Requirements (35 Clock or Contact Hours)

This course will prepare students to pass the exam and earn their PMP® certification and build successful project managers at all levels of an organization. The course provides comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the 5 process groups and 10 knowledge areas tested on the exam. Students can take the course online or in person. This course is 35 clock or contact hours.

Executive Leadership Certificate Program

Requirements (32 Contact or Clock Hours)

This program is based on the Harvard Case-Studies, problem-based learning-centered approach. The case method challenges the student to learn leadership skills that will be appropriate to the practical problems faced as a public official, private manager or community members. The program consists of eight courses of 4 hours each focusing on case studies related to the following topics: Building Partnerships, Crises Management, Social Issues, Criminal Justice, Budget, Education, Human Resource and Information Technology. Pre-requisites: Mid or upper level management experience preferably in state or local government. Please submit resume for review with application. Students are awarded a pass/fail grade based on attendance and participation. The total program is 32 contact or clock hours.