The Nation s Leading Universities Online. Certificate Programs Online Military Edition Intl.

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1 The Nation s Leading Universities Online Certificate Programs Online Military Edition Intl

2 TAKE THREE COURSES TO EARN YOUR MASTER CERTIFICATE You can earn your master certificate with just three courses from your discipline track. And you can do it 100% online without interrupting your duty schedule. It is a great way to stay current on the latest trends and technology, while you develop professional expertise and fine-tune your skills. Choose from courses and master certificate programs in a wide variety of in-demand disciplines: Project Management Lean Six Sigma Contract Management Information Systems (IS) Security Business Analysis Software Testing IT Service Management/ITIL Business Intelligence Human Resources ROI Methodology Leadership NOTABLE ALUMNI Joseph J. McMenamin Brigadier General, United States Marine Corps William J. Fallon Admiral, United States Navy, and Former Commander of the United States Central Command Joseph Hare Rear Admiral, United States Navy Contact Us Today! Intl VillanovaU.com Prepare Now & Take Charge of Your Future! GAIN IN-DEMAND KNOWLEDGE WITHOUT INTERRUPTING YOUR DUTY SCHEDULE Villanova University is proud to support the men and women of the U.S. Military! With a comprehensive collection of online certificate programs in today s most in-demand disciplines, Villanova empowers military personnel like you to earn valuable knowledge, skills and credentials from anywhere in the world. Furthermore, the university offers 15% savings to servicemembers and their families to help make continuing education even more accessible. Villanova s Department of Continuing Studies is committed to providing programs that help turn today s military personnel and civilian professionals into tomorrow s leaders and top performers. The department has built its professional programs upon the firm foundation of the university s tradition of excellence and uses the standards of professional associations as the blueprints for its courses. You ll learn best practices from working professionals who are highly accomplished subject-matter experts in their respective fields. Earning a professional education certificate online from Villanova University can increase your potential for promotion in the military while preparing you for success as a civilian. You ll be able to master new tools and techniques you can apply immediately in your current role, positioning you to distinguish yourself from your peers. And when you re finished serving your country, the skills and in-depth knowledge you gained can continue to serve you by helping open doors to a wide range of job opportunities in the corporate world! INTERACTIVE ONLINE TECHNOLOGY MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Powered by the University Alliance s technology and support services, Villanova University allows you to earn a professional certificate at any time and from anywhere you may be stationed. Never again will a temporary duty assignment or transfer force you to halt your studies. And if you are deployed, you can exit and re-enter your program with no penalty! Virtual Classroom Two-way voice over IP, instant messaging and shared virtual whiteboards allow you to interact in a real-time format with fellow classmates and faculty. Discuss weekly assignments or ask questions. It s just like being in a real classroom, but this one is live on the Internet. Online Streaming Video Lectures The classroom comes to you. Watch and learn from instructors and corporate professionals as they deliver lectures and course material online when and where it s convenient for you! Choose between streaming video and CD-ROM. Online Faculty Support Virtual office hours, and Internet message boards deliver extended interaction with program faculty and classmates, ensuring an engaging and rewarding educational experience. In fact, many students find they are learning, participating and enjoying themselves more in this online program than they ever did in a traditional classroom. 2

3 THE SKILLS YOU NEED FOR THE JOB YOU WANT No matter what your branch, occupation or rank, Villanova University has an online academic program that can help position you for advancement. 11 DEVELOPMENT DISCIPLINES 38 SINGLE-COURSE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROJECT MANAGEMENT LEAN SIX SIGMA CONTRACT MANAGEMENT IS SECURITY BUSINESS ANALYSIS SOFTWARE TESTING Essentials of Project Management Mastering Project Management Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices PMP Exam Prep PM Capstone PM for IS/IT Professionals Maximizing Team Effectiveness Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness Six Sigma Green Belt Six Sigma Green Belt Healthcare Six Sigma Green Belt Financial Services Six Sigma Green Belt Information Technology Lean Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt NOTE: Certifications available for each program above Essentials of Commercial Contract Management Essentials of Government Contract Management Mastering Business Skills Advanced Contract Management Essentials of IS Security Mastering IS Security+ Advanced Info Assurance & Security Advanced Info Assurance & Security Gov Essentials of Business Analysis Mastering Business Analysis Essentials of Software Testing ISTQB Software Testing Capstone FIGURE 1: PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE (For master certificate requirements, see Figure 2: Master Certificate Course Matrix.) 21 MULTI-COURSE MASTER CERTIFICATE OR ADVANCED MASTER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Applied Project Management IS/IT Project Management Advanced Applied Project Management Advanced IS/IT Project Management Six Sigma Six Sigma Healthcare Six Sigma Financial Services Six Sigma Information Technology Advanced Lean Six Sigma Commercial Contract Management Government Contract Management IS Security Information Security Management Information Security Management Government Business Analysis Software Testing IT SERVICE ITIL Foundation IT Service Management MANAGEMENT/ITIL BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE HUMAN RESOURCES ROI METHODOLOGY LEADERSHIP Essentials of Business Intelligence Mastering Data Management and Technology Advanced Data Architecture and Intelligence Human Resource Management Mastering Organizational Effectiveness Essentials of ROI Methodology Mastering ROI Methodology Advanced ROI Methodology Strategic Organizational Leadership Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager Business Intelligence Human Resource Management ROI Methodology Organizational Leadership VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY Since 1842, Villanova University s Augustinian Catholic intellectual tradition has been the cornerstone of an academic community in which students learn to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others. There are more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students in the University s five colleges the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Villanova School of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing and the Villanova University School of Law. As students grow intellectually, Villanova prepares them to become ethical leaders who create positive change everywhere life takes them. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Villanova as the #1 Regional University in the North for more than 20 years. Villanova offers a variety of online certificate programs in today s most in-demand disciplines: Business Process Management, Project Management, Business and Law of Sports, Lean Six Sigma, Contract Management, IS Security, Business Analysis, Software Testing, IT Service Management/ITIL, Business Intelligence, Human Resources, ROI Methodology, Leadership, and Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager. The University also offers online graduate degrees including the Master of Public Administration and Master of Science in Human Resource Development, allowing professionals worldwide to earn the same degree as campus-based students. Contact Us Today! Intl VillanovaU.com 3

4 Villanova University Certificate Programs Whether you aspire to move further up the ranks in the military or embark on a civilian career, continuing education and professional certification can put you on the fast track toward success. Villanova University offers a variety of dynamic certificate courses and multi-course master certificates that are designed to do just that. Crafted by renowned industry experts, these unique online courses arm you with vital new skills and advanced knowledge, while the comprehensive master certificate programs help prepare you for industry-recognized certification exams. 4

5 Tested and Trusted by Thousands of Servicemembers Villanova University offers specialized courses in eleven high-demand disciplines: project management, Lean Six Sigma, contract management, IS security, business analysis, software testing, IT service management, business intelligence, human resource management, ROI methodology and leadership. With thousands of servicemembers having successfully completed Villanova s online courses, you can be assured of the value and relevance of these programs to military personnel in every service branch. Master Key Leadership Skills 100% Online In addition to a wide variety of individual certificate courses, Villanova offers 21 three-course master certificate programs. Designed to be taken consecutively, each course builds your knowledge base through a unique and comprehensive combination of multimedia resources, including streaming video lectures, CD-ROMs and Internet message boards. A master certificate from Villanova University is an achievement that demonstrates your commitment to your profession and shows commanding officers and corporate managers alike that you re dedicated to becoming an expert in your field. You ll have the tools and techniques you need to stand out from your peers and position yourself as a leader in your chosen field. Receive Cutting-Edge Training for Your Certification Today s most in-demand certifications require thorough, current preparation. Whether you choose to learn how to improve processes with a Master Certificate in Six Sigma or combat potential cyber-threats with a Master Certificate in Information Security Management - Government, you can gain competitive advantages that stand up to the test. Charge Forward: Advance Your Career A certificate from Villanova University can give you more than a competitive advantage. It offers a unique combination of benefits that can equip you to stay ahead: Invaluable preparation for industry-recognized certification exams Immediate application of new techniques Greater industry knowledge Career advancement potential Opportunity to achieve both personal and career goals The prestige of one of the nation s top universities on your resume Project Management has helped me understand how to take something from conception and materialize it. I can be confident in starting a unique project and implementing it, then going into the day-to-day operation of it. The course has also helped me bridge the gap between myself and the most senior leaders in my organization. I can now anticipate their needs better and give them information they need to complete their missions. Kenneth R. Smalls, MSgt, USAF MILITARY 15% SAVINGS AND TUITION ASSISTANCE Villanova University offers exclusive military savings of 15% off each course to active-duty, reserve and veteran U.S. servicemembers as well as their spouses and dependents. Call or visit VillanovaU.com for more information. In addition, Villanova University s online certificate programs may qualify for tuition assistance (please check with your education department), which means you can use your military benefits to pay for your education. You may also be eligible for other VA/GI Bill benefits and/or vocational rehab benefits. Please check with your education department or VA office for current eligibility and processing requirements. MILITARY AFFILIATIONS Villanova University and the University Alliance are members of the following military organizations: National Guard Association, Corporate Associate Member Strategic Partnership with the Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Defense Acquisition University Contact Us Today! Intl VillanovaU.com 5

6 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE DISCIPLINES Project Management One of the world s most in-demand skill sets and one of the fastest growing professional disciplines in North America, project management breaks down the chaos of an overwhelming workload into manageable elements. Gain the tools and techniques to lead improvement initiatives that can result in measurable growth in return on investment, economic value, sales, customer satisfaction and retention, market share, time to market, and employee satisfaction and motivation. Courses include Essentials of Project Management, Mastering Project Management, Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices, PM Capstone, Project Management for IS/IT Professionals, Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness and Maximizing Team Effectiveness. Based on the latest Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) Fifth Edition, Villanova s courses help you obtain the skills you need to achieve Project Management Professional (PMP ) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM ) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI ). Become an expert take three courses and earn your master certificate! When you complete a Master Certificate in either Applied Project Management or IS/IT Project Management, you can acquire the critical knowledge and skills necessary to lead effective projects. PMI, PMBOK, PMP, CAPM and the PMI Registered Education Provider logo are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. Contract Management Villanova s online contract management programs provide you with the skills to understand the procurement process, the legal basis for entering into contracts, the benefits and pitfalls of doing business with the government and how to perform the administrative tasks necessary to report on taxpayers money. Courses include Essentials of Commercial Contract Management, Essentials of Government Contract Management, Mastering Business Skills and Advanced Contract Management. Villanova s online program offers two tracks, leading to either a Master Certificate in Commercial Contract Management or a Master Certificate in Government Contract Management. These in-depth programs help you develop the increased knowledge and skills that are required to earn certification from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). Villanova's Contract Management courses are endorsed by the National Contract Management Association Lean Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma is fast becoming required knowledge for anyone whose job responsibilities include streamlining productivity and improving performance. A focused and measurable management discipline, Six Sigma is structured to reduce product and service failure rates to near perfection. Villanova s online courses help you understand how Lean Six Sigma strategies and tactics fit into a larger management system and how to apply these techniques to solve and prevent process problems. Villanova s comprehensive online Six Sigma programs include Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt Healthcare, Six Sigma Green Belt Financial Services, Six Sigma Green Belt Information Technology, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. Professionals who complete three online Six Sigma courses earn a Master Certificate in Six Sigma, Six Sigma Healthcare, Six Sigma Financial Services or Six Sigma Information Technology. Earning a master certificate is an ideal way to obtain vital information to achieve industry-recognized certification from Villanova University. Information Systems (IS) Security In today s world of computer crime, military organizations and corporations are battling to protect their assets, data and infrastructure. This has resulted in demand for trained IS security personnel worldwide. Villanova s online IS security professional certificate program helps IT personnel, or those who want to transition into the security part of the IT field, become highly productive IS security managers and leaders. The government program conforms 100% to the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) National Standard 4011, and enables participants to prepare for many government-required certifications. Villanova s online IS security program offers three tracks: Master Certificate in IS Security, Information Security Management or Information Security Management - Government (see pages for a listing of required courses and electives). Each track prepares you for the management demands of today s IT security leader while providing valuable skills and certification potential you can apply immediately to your current position. Upon completion of a master certificate program, you ll have increased knowledge and skills that will help you prepare for CAP (Certification and Accreditation Professional), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner) certification from the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC) 2, or a Security+ certification from CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association). 6

7 Business Analysis As both military and civilian organizations face mounting pressure to improve business performance, they are relying heavily on effective information systems to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of products. Villanova s online business analysis courses help you determine the core business requirements that drive IT-related projects. Take three courses to earn your Master Certificate in Business Analysis. (See pages for a listing of required courses and electives.) Earning a master certificate demonstrates your commitment to mastering key business analysis skills, illustrates your dedication to your career and potentially positions you for advancement. A master certificate also prepares you for the CBAP and CCBA certification exams offered by IIBA. Software Testing Software bugs are so prevalent and detrimental that they cost the U.S. economy an estimated $59.5 billion annually, according to the Department of Commerce. Villanova s software testing program helps IT specialists, or those who want to transition into the software testing part of the IT field, become highly productive and effective testing professionals, managers and leaders. Each course prepares you for today s rigorous testing demands while providing tools and techniques to help you earn industry-recognized certification from the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB ). Take two required courses and one elective (refer to pages 10 11) to earn your Master Certificate in Software Testing. Business Intelligence Through analysis and forecasting, business intelligence provides a 360-degree view of an organization s standing, revealing insight on products, customers and employees while answering critical questions about monetary gains and losses. The master certificate program consists of three courses. Upon completion of the courses, project and final exam, students also achieve Villanova s CPBI certification (Certified Professional in Business Intelligence). Human Resources Villanova s online human resources (HR) certificate program helps you develop the necessary skills and insight to manage and motivate your people. HR specialists and managers alike need to understand critical areas such as strategic management, workforce planning, human resource development, organizational management, maximizing human resource assets, compensation and benefits, and employee and labor relations to succeed in this demanding field. Take two required courses and one elective (refer to pages 10 11) to earn your HR master certificate and prepare for certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). ROI Methodology Without proper measurement and evaluation, your organization could be wasting thousands of dollars. That s why the ROI Institute and Villanova have developed the only comprehensive online master certificate program based on the Phillips ROI Methodology, a step-by-step system for program evaluation that includes planning, data collection, data analysis and reporting. Earning your ROI master certificate and industry certification can lead to greater career mobility and higher salary potential. IT Service Management/ITIL The ability to effectively manage data in today s ever-evolving business environment can make or break an organization. The key to sustained success: aligning IT services with the business overall strategy. The master certificate program consists of two required courses and one elective designed to help students effectively manage IT systems, increase quality and leverage project management techniques. It also prepares students for EXIN s ITIL Foundation exam. Leadership Villanova s online certificate courses can strengthen your leadership and tactical management skills and help advance your career. These comprehensive courses which include Strategic Organizational Leadership and Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager impart valuable techniques that can enable you to guide your organization to success and gain a competitive edge. Experienced leaders who wish to build upon their foundation of knowledge and move up further through the ranks can earn a Master Certificate in Organizational Leadership by completing two required courses and one elective, as detailed on pages

8 CERTIFICATE PROGRAM TUITION Project Management Total Clock Hours Military Price Essentials of Project Management** 113 $1,950 Project Management for IS/IT Professionals 113 $1,950 Mastering Project Management 130 $1,950 Advanced Strategic Project Management 113 $1,283 PM Capstone 57 $1,610 Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness 113 $1,780 Maximizing Team Effectiveness 113 $1,780 Master Certificates in IS/IT Project Management or Applied Project Management Advanced Master Certificates in IS/IT Project Management or Applied Project Management Six Sigma Total Clock Hours Military Price Six Sigma Green Belt** 113 $1,950 Six Sigma Green Belt Financial Services 113 $1,950 Six Sigma Green Belt Information Technology 113 $1,950 Lean Six Sigma** 113 $2,120 Lean Six Sigma Black Belt** 226 $3,323 Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt 165 $2,970 Master Certificate in Six Sigma Master Certificate in Six Sigma Healthcare Master Certificate in Six Sigma Financial Services Master Certificate in Six Sigma Info Technology Advanced Master Certificate in Lean Six Sigma Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Exam* $220 Lean Six Sigma Certification Exam* $220 Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Exam* $370 Contract Management Total Clock Hours Military Price Essentials of Commercial Contract Management 113 $1,780 Essentials of Government Contract Management 113 $1,780 Mastering Business Skills 130 $1,950 Advanced Contract Management 130 $2,120 Master Certificate in Commercial Contract Management Master Certificate in Government Contract Management Information Systems Security Total Clock Hours Military Price Essentials of IS Security 113 $1,780 Mastering IS Security+ 130 $2,120 Advanced Information Assurance and Security 169 $2,630 Advanced Information Assurance and Security - Government 169 $2,630 Master Certificate in IS Security Master Certificate in Information Security Management Master Certificate in Information Security Management - Government Business Analysis Total Clock Hours Military Price Essentials of Business Analysis 113 $1,780 Mastering Business Analysis 130 $1,933 Master Certificate in Business Analysis * Must complete corresponding course before taking certification exam. Military savings do not apply to Six Sigma certification exams. **Applicable for corresponding Healthcare courses. Villanova University s military savings are available to active-duty, reserve and veteran U.S. servicemembers as well as their spouses and dependents. All prices subject to change without notice or obligation. Shipping charges for course materials are not included. special pricing on multicourse master certificates. 8

9 Software Testing Total Clock Hours Military Price Essentials of Software Testing 113 $1,780 ISTQB Software Testing Capstone 84 $1,440 Master Certificate in Software Testing IT Service Management/ITIL ITIL Foundation 135 $1,763 Master Certificate in IT Service Management Business Intelligence Essentials of Business Intelligence** 113 $1,780 Mastering Data Management and Technology** 135 $1,950 Advanced Data Architecture and Technology** 135 $2,120 Master Certificate in Business Intelligence Human Resources Human Resource Management 113 $1,933 Mastering Organizational Effectiveness 113 $1,780 Master Certificate in Human Resources ROI Methodology Essentials of ROI Methodology 113 $1,780 Mastering ROI Methodology 130 $1,950 Advanced ROI Methodology 130 $2,120 Master Certificate in ROI Methodology Leadership Strategic Organizational Leadership 113 $1,780 Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager 113 $1,780 Master Certificate in Organizational Leadership University Alliance (UA) is a leader in facilitating the online delivery of associate s, bachelor s and master s degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation s leading traditional universities and institutions. Universities powered by UA s technology and support services have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments making UA one of the largest facilitators of e-learning in the country. Universities that collaborate with UA include Villanova University, the University of Notre Dame s Mendoza College of Business, Florida Institute of Technology, Michigan State University, University of Florida, University of South Florida, Valparaiso University, New England College, University of St. Thomas, University of San Francisco, Jacksonville University, University of Vermont, The University of Scranton, and Dominican University. One simple call connects you to a broad range of benefits. You will be assigned an enrollment advisor who serves as your contact for nonacademic issues answering questions about financing options, helping you to enroll in the next class and more. Technical support personnel are available 24 hours a day, and other professionals are also easily accessible every step of the way. Contact Us Today! Intl VillanovaU.com Villanova University s military savings are available to active-duty, reserve and veteran U.S. servicemembers as well as their spouses and dependents. All prices subject to change without notice or obligation. Shipping charges for course materials are not included. special pricing on multi-course master certificates. 9

10 Arm Yourself With Valuable Skills and Credentials! Establish your expertise in your field. Choose from 21 comprehensive, multi-course master certificate or advanced master certificate programs: Course Matrix R = Required Course E = Elective MASTER CERTIFICATES Essentials of Project Management Mastering Project Management Advanced Strategic Project Management PMP Exam Prep PM for IS/IT Professionals Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness Maximizing Team Effectiveness Project Management Capstone Six Sigma Green Belt Six Sigma Green Belt Healthcare Six Sigma Green Belt Financial Services Six Sigma Green Belt Information Technology Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Lean Six Sigma Essentials of Commercial Contract Management Applied Project Management R E E R IS/IT Project Management E E R R E Six Sigma R* R R* Six Sigma Healthcare R R R* Six Sigma Financial Services R R R* Six Sigma Information Technology R R R* Government Contract Management Commercial Contract Management R IS Security E E E Information Security Management Information Security Management Gov Business Analysis E E E Software Testing E E E IT Service Management R E E Business Intelligence Human Resource Management E E E E E E E E ROI Methodology Organizational Leadership E E E E E E E ADVANCED MASTER CERTIFICATES Applied Project Management R E R E E E E E IS/IT Project Management R R E Lean Six Sigma E E E E R E Figure 2: Course Matrix 10

11 15% MILITARY SAVINGS Villanova University offers exclusive military savings of 15% off each course to U.S. servicemembers as well as their spouses and dependents. Single Course Certificates Essentials of Government Contract Management Mastering Business Skills Advanced Contract Management Essentials of IS Security Mastering IS Security+ Advanced Information Assurance and Security Advanced Information Assurance and Security Gov Essentials of Business Analysis Mastering Business Analysis Essentials of Software Testing ITIL Foundation Essentials of Business Intelligence Mastering Data Management and Technology Advanced Data Architecture and Intelligence ISTQB Software Testing Capstone Human Resource Management Mastering Organizational Effectiveness Strategic Organizational Leadership Finance & Accounting for the Non-Financial Mgr Essentials of ROI Methodology Mastering ROI Methodology Advanced ROI Methodology E E E E E E R R R R R R R E E E E R R R R R R E R R E E E E E R E E R E E E R E R R R E E E R R E E E R R R E E E E R R E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E * details. 11

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