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We think it's important to be different, to stand out of the crowd-to be truly remarkable. Our purpose is to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are a working professional, a busy parent, or changing directions, and looking to *save time and money by taking self-paced courses* online, CCU is uniquely designed for you. #### We offer Degrees and Certificates in the following areas: Health Care Administration - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in Health Care Administration is designed to provide students with a foundation in the theories and principle integral to the management and administration of a health care environment. Health Care Administration - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science online degree program in Health Care Administration is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of the theories and practices integral to the management of health care organizations. Health Care Management - Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree The Master of Business Administration online degree program in Health Care Management is designed around the strategies, theories, and practices utilized by management professionals working in the health care industry. Health Care Administration - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in Health Care Administration aims to equip students with the basic knowledge necessary for success in the health care industry. Students will be given an overview of the nation's health care system, gain awareness of the social and political influences on today's perception of health and illness, and develop a general understanding of the laws and ethics involved in the health care field. Health Care Management - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Health Care Management provides a learning environment where students with professional experience can supplement their existing practical knowledge with new theoretical knowledge of health care organizations, health care organizational behavior, health care law, and related health care administration topics. The program offers of a curriculum for health care professionals and administrators designed to develop the strategic management and leadership skills of its students. Business Administration - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in Business Administration is designed to provide students with a foundation in the theories and principles relevant to business administration in the modern business world. Business Administration - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration familiarizes students with the main concepts revolving around the common practices of business and its constantly changing nature. With a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on the key components necessary to fully understand business, students will acquire essential knowledge in subjects such as management, communications, and operations. Organizational Leadership - Master of Arts (MA) Degree The Master of Arts online degree program in Organizational Leadership is committed to helping students gain the information and the education needed to be competitive in a variety of organizational settings. Business Administration - Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree The Master of Business Administration online degree program is designed to provide business professionals with the theories and best practices to be competitive in today's business world. Business Administration - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in Business Administration is designed to allow students to develop an ability to reach effective business and industry decisions by recognizing issues, examining alternatives, and effectively communicating successful solutions. Students will be introduced to business communication skills, business law and ethics, and organizational theories that pertain to their professional interests. Fundamentals of Finance - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in the Fundamentals of Finance offers students the planning and analysis techniques they need to compete in today’s evolving financial climate. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities that are readily applicable to their professional interests. Students may use their expertise in earning, spending, investing, and managing money to help individuals make responsible decisions and assist businesses in generating profitability. Business Administration - Graduate Certificate The graduate online certificate program in Business Administration provides students with the opportunity to gain basic business knowledge without having to participate in a full MBA program. Students will attain an understanding of the functional areas of business administration and how each contributes to an effective business organization. Students will learn the fundamentals of human resource management, financial management, and core concepts for conducting ethical business practices in today’s ever-changing business climate. Organizational Leadership - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Organizational Leadership prepares students to be effective leaders for business teams at all organizational levels. The program offers students the opportunity to develop skills in organizational structure and behavior, guiding decision-making, operations, training, and development. Students will be able to take charge and provide for a corporation, government agency, or non-profit organization in new and better ways. Organizational Behavior - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior familiarizes students with the main concepts revolving around the common practices of business and its constantly changing nature. With a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on the key components necessary to fully understand the various factors and best practices impacting organizational behavior, students will acquire essential knowledge in subjects such as communications, leadership and management of people and systems, factors impacting organizational behavior and change, psychological factors impacting organizations, and understanding theory and research within the field. Management - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science in Management incorporates all skills and methods required to effectively meet organizational goals through other individuals. Aside from the basic principles of management, students will learn management functions in relation to human resources, small businesses, and operations. Management - Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree The Master of Business Administration online degree program in Management is designed to provide management professionals with the principles and best practices current to the management field. Fundamentals of Management - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in the Fundamentals of Management is designed to offer students the planning, analysis, and decision-making techniques they need to compete in today's evolving business climate. Students will be introduced to human resources, small business, and operations management and have the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities that are readily applicable to their professional interests. Management Studies - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Management Studies is specifically designed for students who wish to hone their management skills or prepare for re-entry into the workforce. The program prepares students for a position as a leader in management and covers the fundamentals needed to successfully manage a team. The program examines the latest management procedures and techniques students will need to compete in today’s evolving business climate. Business Marketing - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in Business Marketing is designed to provide students with a foundation in the leading marketing theories and concepts utilized in the global economy. Business Marketing - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science online degree program in Business Marketing provides students with the basic concepts necessary to understand the importance of consumer values in relation to the way businesses plan and execute their marketing strategies. Business Marketing - Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree The Master of Business Administration online degree program in Business Marketing is designed to provide professionals with the theories and principles integral to the marketing profession in a global economy. Fundamentals of Marketing - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in the Fundamentals of Marketing assists students in developing skills that will allow them to understand modern marketing practices and apply the techniques they learn to their profession. Students will be introduced to theories in consumer behavior, advertising and promotions, entertainment marketing, marketing management, and communications. Marketing Studies - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Marketing Studies meets the need for a focused graduate preparation for employment or job enhancement in marketing or advertising. The program is designed for students interested in understanding the fundamental concepts of marketing and how to apply these concepts through case studies and company and non-profit organization projects. Students will learn what it takes to manage marketing communications in an integrated fashion with coordination in terms of messages, positions, and timing that is developed in support of overall organizational objectives. Students also gain an understanding of consumer behavior, along with the knowledge and tools needed to coordinate marketing elements into integrated campaigns. Criminal Justice - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in Criminal Justice provides a foundation in the theories and principles relevant to the criminal justice field. Criminal Justice - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science online degree program in Criminal Justice is designed to assist students to develop an understanding of the theories and principles relevant to the field of criminal justice. Criminal Justice - Master of Science (MS) Degree The Master of Science online degree program in Criminal Justice is designed to provide professionals with the theories, principles, and best practices utilized in the criminal justice field. Fundamentals of Criminal Justice - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in the Fundamentals of Criminal Justice is designed to expose students to the fundamental facts and workings of the criminal justice system. Students will be introduced to procedures in the legal system, learn the required steps in criminal investigations, and receive an overview of general judicial principles. Students will acquire knowledge that is readily applicable to their professional interests in the field of law and criminology. Psychology - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in Psychology is designed to provide students with a foundation in the principles and theories relevant to the field of psychology. Psychology - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science online degree program in Psychology is designed to provide students with an exploration of the multifaceted nature of human beings through the theories and principles relevant to the field. Psychology - Master of Science (MS) Degree The Master of Science online degree program in Psychology is designed to provide professionals with the theories, principles, and practices utilized within the field of psychology. Fundamentals of Psychology - Undergraduate Certificate The undergraduate certificate program in the Fundamentals of Psychology serves as a means to help students grasp a better understanding of themselves and others. Students will have the skills and knowledge to be able to identify patterns, influences, and causes of various behaviors and interactions. Knowledge of human behavior is very beneficial and is widely applicable to a variety of professional fields. Psychology Studies - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Psychology Studies serves as a means to further personal and professional growth. Whether or not students are employed in the field of psychology, knowledge of it may be applied in meaningful ways throughout their lives. Understanding the mind and behavior will teach students how to help others while giving them the confidence to manage teams and groups. The program includes advanced study in the areas of abnormal psychology, professional ethics, law as it applies to psychology, and counseling systems and techniques. Administration - Master of Education (MEd) Degree The Master of Education online degree program in Administration is designed to provide the educational professional with the theories, principles, and best practices utilized in the educational setting. Curriculum and Instruction - Master of Education (MEd) Degree The Master of Education online degree program in Curriculum and Instruction is designed to provide the theories, principles, and practices to educational professionals interested in curriculum and instruction. Educational Administration - Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree The Doctor of Education online degree program in Educational Administration is designed to assist educational professionals to explore and develop a comprehensive understanding of educational leadership and decision making processes. Educational Psychology - Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree The Doctor of Education online degree program in Educational Psychology challenges students to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of theories, best practices, and research in the educational psychology field. Organizational Leadership - Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree The Doctor of Education online degree program in Organizational Leadership is designed to challenge educational professionals to develop an understanding of organizations and the elements required to lead them. Curriculum and Instruction - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Curriculum and Instruction provides students with the tools to plan, develop, and implement standards-based curricula and instruction. The program caters to students who have an interest in expanding their teaching or supervision skills but who are not currently pursuing a master’s degree. Students will be prepared to create lesson plans for various schools and education programs and learn about various educational needs and the use of evaluation of teaching materials. The program covers various models of teaching, advanced curriculum design and instruction, and global perspectives in curriculum. Educational Administration - Graduate Certificate The graduate certificate program in Educational Administration emphasizes the provision of opportunities for students to develop the skills and competencies that are necessary for successful educational leadership. General Studies - Associate of Science (AS) Degree The Associate of Science online degree program in General Studies is committed to helping students develop a broad-based general education to meet their professional, academic, and personal goals. General Studies - Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree The Bachelor of Science online degree program in General Studies is committed to helping students develop a broad-based education in the field of business, psychology, criminal justice, and general education. #### Help spread the news! 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