Colorado Technical University

Bachelor's Degree Programs

• BS - Court Reporting

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of a Bachelor of Science in Court Reporting for students currently certified as Registered Professional Reporters (RPR) by the National Court Reporters Association. This program is designed for those wishing to complete their Bachelor’s degree and take their careers to the next level.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field of Court Reporting is expected to grow 25% over the next few years; much faster than most other areas of employment.*

  In response to this growing need for knowledgeable, skilled professionals in an interesting and diverse field of employment, courses are focused on teaching students how to:

  • Read and write stenography in real time on a computer-compatible stenography machine with proficiency and accuracy.
  • Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the courts and the civil and criminal systems of law.
  • Prepare accurate transcripts for a variety of court proceedings that includes multiple speakers, witnesses and technical material utilizing a CAT system.
  • Use technology appropriate to the court reporting profession.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  This Bachelor of Science degree program features courses including: Psychology, Sociology, American Government, Medical Terminology, Criminal Law, The Laws of Evidence, Civil Litigation, Contracts and others. Coursework is structured to emphasize communication skills, management, and professional skills along with technical knowledge and expertise to prepare students for positions of responsibility in the day-to-day workings of the legal system.

  Courses are taught by instructors experienced in providing authoritative records in court proceedings. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of in-demand positions, including: Judicial Reporter, Broadcast Captioner, Medical and Legal Transcription Specialists, Broadcast Captioners and many others.

  This industry-current program also gives students the opportunity to earn a résumé-enhancing CTU Academic Certificate in Professional Communication with no additional courses or tuition costs.

  • Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos152.htm (visited February 14, 2009).

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• BS - Financial Forensics

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of a Bachelor of Science in Financial Forensics for students interested in building industry-current credentials in financial regulations and statutes, finance and accounting concepts and criminal investigations.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, faster-than-average growth of accountant and auditor jobs will result from an increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and greater scrutiny of company finances.*

  As a result of recent financial scandals, reported increases in fraud in the workplace, and heightened concerns over money laundering and terrorist financing, legislative mandates have increased the demand for professionals who can detect and deter fraud within organizations.

  In response to the increase in demand for professionals who can detect and deter fraud within organizations, courses are focused on teaching students how to:

  • Identify, formulate, and communicate the relevant financial investigation issues in post 911 era.
  • Prepare, comprehend and interpret the required financial statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Apply the knowledge and skills of finance, accounting, management, mathematics, criminal justice and the liberal arts to identify, resolve, and communicate relevant financial forensics issues.
  • Develop a plan for the detection and prevention of financial fraud.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  This Bachelor of Science degree program features courses including: Forensic Accounting, Financial Investigations, Money Laundering Detection and Reporting and many others. Coursework is structured to give the students the critical skills required to participate in the investigation of money laundering, terrorist financing and forensic accounting investigations.

  Courses are taught by instructors with experience in the emerging trends of fraud investigation. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of in-demand positions, including: Forensic Accountant, Fraud Examiner, Financial Crimes Investigator, Bank Secrecy Act Manager, and many others.

  • Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm (visited February 14, 2009).

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• BS - Financial Planning

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of an industry-current Bachelor of Science degree program in Financial Planning. Applications are being accepted now for classes scheduled to begin on July 7, 2009.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of personal financial advisors is projected to be among the 10 fastest growing occupations over the next decade.*

  As more members of the large baby boom generation reach their peak years of retirement savings, personal investments are expected to increase and more people will seek the help of experts. Many companies also have replaced traditional pension plans with retirement savings programs, so more individuals are managing their own retirements than in the past, creating jobs for advisors. In addition, people are living longer and must plan to finance longer retirements.

  In response to this growing need for knowledgeable, skilled professionals in the financial planning industry, this program focuses on teaching students how to:

  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of the values, skills and techniques utilized in the personal financial planning process.
  • Apply the theories and strategies of personal financial planning as they relate to retirement and estate planning.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the ever-changing financial services environment.
  • Develop awareness of the ethical and professional considerations in personal financial planning as they pertain to financial services professionals.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  This career-focused Bachelor of Science degree program features courses including: Personal Financial Planning, Taxation in Financial Planning, Insurance Planning, Investment Planning, Estate Planning and many other topics. With the knowledge gained in this curriculum, our 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.

  Courses will be taught by instructors with applicable, market-relevant experience in the field of financial planning. Students can benefit from their insightful perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of in-demand positions in the financial planning industry.

  This industry-current program also gives students the opportunity to earn three résumé-enhancing CTU Academic Certificates:

  •Basics of Accounting and Finance
  •Income Tax
  •Financial Planning

  These credentials are built into the curriculum without requiring additional courses or tuition costs. Students interested in learning more about Colorado Tech Online’s BS in Financial Planning are encouraged to contact us today.

  *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos259.htm (visited May 11, 2009).

  **Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. owns the certification mark CFP ®, certified financial planner and CFP (with flame logo) ® in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete the CFP Board’s initial and ongoing requirements. The CFP Board requirements include the completion of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, and compliance with certain ethical standards as defined by the CFP’s candidate fitness standards, and three years of relevant financial planning experience. Please visit cfp.net for more information.

  CTU does not guarantee third-party certifications. Certification requirements for taking and passing certification examinations are not controlled by CTU but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agencies without notice to CTU. Therefore, CTU cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

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• BS - Health Services Administration

  The Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration (BSHSA) degree program is designed for students with an Associate’s degree* in a health services field and/or those with an unrelated Associate degree who are currently working in a health services field. This 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 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.

  When you graduate, 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

  *Degree must be from an institution holding a regional accreditation recognized by CTU. Students with allied health degrees should contact Admissions for a Transcript Evaluation.

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• BS in Nursing (RNBSN degree completion program)

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the availability of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) degree completion program.

  Admission to this program requires students to have an unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the United States. It also requires applicants to have graduated from a two year Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a three year Diploma Registered Nurse (RN) program.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of RNs is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2016 and, because the occupation is very large, many new jobs will result.*

  In response to this growing need for knowledgeable, skilled nursing professionals, the BSN degree completion program is designed to provide students with a market-relevant understanding of how to:

  • Practice visionary thinking while integrating new patient care demands, traditional and futuristic care practices and new technologies into quality patient care.
  • Perform nursing skills proficiently and safely to promote and support the healing and understanding of the whole person (physiological, mental, spiritual), assuring ethical health outcomes, and meeting professional nursing standards.
  • Collaborate with nurse managers to revamp the nursing workforce and support professional nursing practice.
  • Shape healthcare policy to meet the needs of diverse individuals and communities.
  • and many more career-related topics.

  This degree completion program features courses that include: Professional Nursing Practice, Management of Critical Health Issues, Legal Nurse Consulting, Finance in Healthcare, Forensic Nursing and many others. Also included is a nursing capstone project designed to integrate and apply the various concepts, theories and dynamics of the nursing coursework.

  Courses are taught by instructors with applicable experience in today’s nursing industry. Students can absorb relevant perspectives and professional insights from people who can help them acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a broad range of career opportunities such as Nurse Administrator, Chief Nursing Officer, Public Health Nurse, Nurse Manager and many others.

  • Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm.

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• BSACC - Accounting

  In response to numerous corporate and accounting scandals that affected millions of people, the U.S. Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002, setting forth new standards for the way organizations govern themselves and disclose their auditing practices.

  This legislation is expected not only to have a dramatic impact on the way organizations operate but also the career opportunities it creates for dedicated professionals who have obtained an up-to-date knowledge of current accounting standards and practices.

  To meet the growing demand for professionals with real-world skills, Colorado Technical University developed an online Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSACC) degree that can be earned in just 15 months. This degree program is designed to prepare students with an understanding of corporate accounting, taxation, governmental and not-for-profit accounting, and auditing.

  Students enrolling in this curriculum will study course content that focuses on developing critical problem-solving skills in accounting and management. Successful graduates will demonstrate the ability to prepare, comprehend and interpret the required financial statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

  The program is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as General Accountants, Controllers, Budget Analysts, Loan Officers, Personal Financial Advisors, and many other in-demand positions.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • Accounting (I, II and III)
  • Cost Accounting
  • Tax Accounting (I and II)
  • Financial Management Principles
  • Business Decision Making
  • Auditing

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college or military training can complete the Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSACC) degree program online in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s Degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this may shorten the length of the degree program to 15 months.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You will also earn five Professional Certificates as you work towards the completion of your Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any courses or additional cost. Professional Certificates offer you a means by which to progressively add to your educational achievements as you learn and gain new skills. The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree includes the following certificates:

  Decision-Making in Operations

  Decision-makers must have a thorough knowledge of the factors that affect their organizations. This certificate gives you the background knowledge to make decisions in either production or service organizations. The quality of the information being used in the decision-making process is a key element of this certificate.

  Financial Accounting

  Financial accounting is in the headlines. Is management really “cooking the books,” or does the investment community not really understand accounting principles? This certificate gives you an in-depth knowledge of the various accounting principles used in a variety of organizations, including large consolidated firms.

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  With this certificate, you’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations-small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Financial Statement Analysis

  The financial statements of an organization are supposed to communicate financial position and operational results. They can do so only if the user is informed about their content and how it was derived. This certificate gives you not only an understanding of the accounting principles are used in financial statements, but also an understanding of how this accounting information is used in the financial world.

  Income Tax

  Income taxes have an impact on the way we live and work. An understanding of income taxation helps prepare individuals and businesses to achieve their goals. From the time a business is formed or acquired through disposition, tax issues should be considered in almost every significant transaction. This certificate gives you a basic understanding of the income tax factors relevant to success.

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• BSBA - 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 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. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the employment market for finance professionals is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012. Motivated professionals with an up-to-date, real-world education and relevant experience can position themselves to take advantage of this trend.

  This degree program is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as Business Consulting Analysts, Collections Supervisors, Internal Auditors, Currency Specialists, Financial Analysts and many others.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Money and Capital Markets
  • Investments
  • Risk Management
  • Corporate Finance
  • International Finance

  This degree program can be completed in 15 months.* Students with an Associate degree or military experience may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  Students also earn six Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the BSBA in Finance. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any classes or additional costs. Professional Certificates offer students a means by which to progressively add to their educational achievements as they learn and gain new skills. This degree program includes the following Professional Certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  This certificate acknowledges fundamental knowledge of and training in basic accounting practices. It emphasizes an understanding of the processes that influence the types of financial and managerial decisions required in large and small businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  This certificate indicates the recipient has successfully acquired a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology. The focus is on sharpening students’ management skills and their understanding of basic business tools required to succeed in today’s dynamic business environments.

  Business in the Global Environment

  Completion of this certificate acknowledges a student’s understanding of the influence a growing global marketplace exerts on all business, from international industry to local business. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment.

  Management Essentials

  This credential acknowledges a student’s preparedness for entry-level supervisory positions. It is designed to be helpful to professionals focused on careers in management and provides and in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  This certificate provides a foundation for understanding how organizations function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers in today’s competitive business environments. An emphasis is placed on the importance of making strategic changes that can create sustainable competitive advantages.

  Project Planning

  This certificate indicates a student’s understanding of the “big picture” approach to modern Project Management. Efficient, effective project planning and resource utilization are essential to organizations focused on bringing products and ideas to market in less time and at a reduced cost of development.

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• BSBA - Health Care Management

  The health care industry is experiencing significant growth, and the demand for management professionals with market-current knowledge and skills is expected to grow by as much as 30% by 2012, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

  The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) features a concentration in Health Care Management to take advantage of current and future career opportunities in this rapidly expanding field.

  Students enrolling in this 15-month* curriculum will study course content that focuses on the development of skills specific to the management of health care environments. Some of the topics covered include current legal, ethical and regulatory issues in health care, finance in health care and management principles in health care.

  The program is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as Health Education Supervisors, Medical Office Managers, Billing Supervisors and many other positions.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  * The Health Care Industry
  * HR Management in Health Care
  * Current Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Issues in Health Care
  * The Health Care Organization
  * Finance in Health Care
  * Management Principles in Health Care

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  The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Health Care Management degree program can be completed in 15 months.* Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program.

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  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You will earn six Professional Certificates as you work towards the completion of your Bachelor’s in Health Care Management. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any classes or tuition cost. Professional Certificates offer you a means by which to progressively add to your educational achievements as you learn and gain new skills. The Colorado Tech Online BSBA in Health Care Management includes the following certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  If you lack training in accounting and need to know the basics to advance in your career, then this program is for you. You’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations—small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  If you want to sharpen your management skills and understand the basics of business necessary for successful performance in today’s dynamic business environments, then this is the certificate for you. This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology.

  Business in the Global Environment

  In the 21st century, the vast majority of employees will be involved in international business. Some may be assigned to international managerial or technical posts, and others may be employees of domestic business, government and non-profit organizations that employ multicultural work forces. Today, even a small local business needs to understand its role in a growing global marketplace. This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for business and technology leaders of today.

  Management Essentials

  Are you a manager interested in increasing your effectiveness? An individual looking to move into management? Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role. Gain insight into human behavior and the manager’s responsibility in organizations. Learn how the best managers manage for success. This program prepares you to become an entry-level supervisor and advance to a management-level position. As you develop your management skills, your ability to contribute to your organization’s achievements will begin to soar.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  Today’s competitive environment has forced information technology companies and companies in other industries to look beyond individual process improvement to the way their entire organizational systems work. This has resulted in firms examining how they function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers. The degree to which companies can effectively understand these functions and take steps toward improvement will continue to be a key factor in creating a sustainable competitive advantage. This certificate provides the foundation to understand how to make strategic changes in the appropriate organizational systems.

  Project Planning

  Business leaders and decision-makers are continually responsible for organizing and directing teams of workers to create a specific outcome in a given time frame. Project management expertise is essential to organizations as they realize the advantages of resource utilization, which can bring products and ideas to the market in less time and at a reduced cost of development. This certificate is intended to provide students with a ‘big picture’ approach to project management, especially the ‘nuts and bolts’ aspects to planning of a successful project.

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• BSBA - Human Resource Management

  The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a concentration in Human Resource Management, prepares students aspiring to succeed in the HR profession. The HR career segment is expanding rapidly and includes such diverse careers as Director of Human Resources, Compensation Manager, Professional Recruiter and more.

  For college graduates possessing strong communication skills, creativity and related experience, the HR field opens up many avenues for professional success. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor expects this field to grow by as much as 20% by 2010.

  This online degree program will prepare graduates by focusing studies on topics such as the modern legal environment, customer service, management structure and processes and professional communication skills.

  Course content emphasizes current trends and opportunities in HR. Some of the courses in this program include:

  • Building Effective Teams
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Workforce Effectivene
  • Legal Issues in Human Resource Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Labor Relations

  The Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Human Resource Management is taught via our Climb Learning System, a personalized multimedia platform with interactive courses, tutorials and activities that engage students in a dynamic learning experience.

  And, all courses are taught by professors who are established Human Resources professionals, giving students valuable opportunities to derive insights and real-world perspectives from experts in the HR field.

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college experience can complete this online degree program in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s Degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this may shorten the length of the program to 15 months.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You can earn eight Professional Certificates as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor’s (BSBA) in HR Management without adding classes or increasing tuition. Attaining these resume-building certificates can help you prepare for success in your chosen career. The Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Human Resource Management includes the following certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  If you lack training in accounting and need to know the basics to advance in your career, then this program is for you. You’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations-small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  If you want to sharpen your management skills and understand the basics of business necessary for successful performance in today’s dynamic business environments, then this is the certificate for you. This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology.

  Business in the Global Environment

  In the 21st century, the vast majority of employees will be involved in international business. Some may be assigned to international managerial or technical posts, and others may be employees of domestic business, government and non-profit organizations that employ multicultural work forces. Today, even a small local business needs to understand its role in a growing global marketplace. This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for the business and technology leaders of today.

  Human Resource Development

  Increasingly, chief executive officers (CEOs) claim that the management of people is vital to the success of their organizations. The goal of human resource development (HRD) is to improve the performance of organizations by maximizing the efficiency and performance of people. As a result, HRD is one of the fastest growing areas of professional endeavor. This certificate program was designed to supplement the Human Resource Management certificate by developing skills in four additional key areas of human resources. This program is for human resource management professionals who want to develop effective management skills, seek professional advancement or gain professional recognition.

  Human Resource Management

  The demand for human resource specialists and managers continues to grow. Professional management of human resources is no longer a matter of choice but a necessity to be successful in today’s highly competitive marketplace. This certificate provides a broad understanding of the role of human resource management and its relationship to employee productivity. If you’re currently working in human resources, the program will help you upgrade your skills and advance to a higher level.

  Management Essentials

  Are you a manager interested in increasing your effectiveness? An individual looking to move into management? Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role. Gain insight into human behavior and the manager’s responsibility in organizations. Learn how the best managers manage for success. This program prepares you to become an entry-level supervisor and advance to a management-level position. As you develop your management skills, your ability to contribute to your organization’s achievements will begin to soar.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  Today’s competitive environment has forced information technology companies and companies in other industries to look beyond individual process improvement to the way their entire organizational systems work. This has resulted in firms examining how they function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers. The degree to which companies can effectively understand these functions and take steps toward improvement will continue to be a key factor in creating a sustainable competitive advantage. This certificate provides the foundation to understand how to make strategic changes in the appropriate organizational systems.

  Project Planning

  Business leaders and decision-makers are continually responsible for organizing and directing teams of workers to create a specific outcome in a given time frame. Project management expertise is essential to organizations as they realize the advantages of resource utilization, which can bring products and ideas to the market in less time and at a reduced cost of development. This certificate is intended to provide students with a ‘big picture’ approach to Project Management, especially the ‘nuts and bolts’ aspects to planning of a successful project.

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  *The 2+2 program assumes that all associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate’s degree or the equivalent.

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• BSBA - International Business

  Colorado Tech Online’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in International Business focuses on recognizing global differences and applying sensitivity to cultural diversity issues in communications, management, marketing, and the legal aspects of global business operations. In today’s ever-changing business environment, is designed to prepare organizational leaders with the industry-current knowledge and must have the skills to extend their businesses across national and international borders.

  Students will have opportunities to absorb pertinent knowledge and meaningful perspectives from instructors who have real-world professional experience in the exciting, growing field of international business.

  In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, the emphasis of this program is to provide students with the knowledge tomorrow’s business leaders will need to be successful in a global economy. Topics of study include: communications and negotiations, critical thinking processes, ethical codes of conduct for global business leaders, marketing strategies, and management practices and processes.

  This degree program is designed to prepare students to pursue career opportunities in Consulting, Account Management, Marketing Project Management, Business Development, Distribution Management, and numerous other related fields.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • International Business Communications
  • Management in International Business
  • Marketing Concepts in International Business
  • Trade in International Business
  • Legal Operations in International Business
  • Financial Management in International Business

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college or military training can complete the BSBA degree program online in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this may shorten the length of the program to 15 months*.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  Students will also earn three Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost. Professional Certificates offer students a means by which to progressively add to students’ educational achievements as they learn and gain new skills. This degree program includes the following certificates:

  Business in the Global Environment

  This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for the business and technology leaders of today.

  Business Fundamentals

  This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology. The focus is on sharpening students’ management skills and their understanding of basic business tools required to succeed in today’s dynamic business environments.

  Global Operations Management

  This certificate aims at developing leaders by giving them the basic tools necessary to manage global enterprises. Students gain insight into the unique challenges that managers face while operating in the global marketplace and learn how various legal, economical, ethical and cultural systems affect business attitudes, norms, behaviors, practices and philosophies.

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• BSBA - IT

  The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), with a concentration in Information Technology has been designed to prepare graduates to take advantage of the continuing need for highly trained IT professionals.

  Approximately 10.1 million people earn their living from information technology jobs according to the IT Association of America. Additionally, Information Technology jobs are predicted to grow through 2010. This increase can be promising for Computer and Information Systems Managers, Operations Research Analysts, and Management and Data Analysts, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

  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 to prepare for successful careers in the Information Technology industry.

  Some of the courses in the Bachelor’s in Information Technology online degree program, taught by expert instructors and delivered through our revolutionary educational system include:

  • E-Business
  • Project Management Theory
  • Introduction to Information Systems
  • Database Systems
  • Programming Concepts
  • Network Systems
  • Information Systems Security

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college or military training can complete the Bachelor’s in IT degree program online in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s Degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this may shorten the length of the program to 15 months.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You can earn seven Professional Certificates as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Information Technology degree without adding any classes or tuition cost. Earning these resume building certificates can help you take your IT career to new heights. This degree includes the following certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  If you lack training in accounting and need to know the basics to advance in your career, then this program is for you. You’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations-small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  If you want to sharpen your management skills and understand the basics of business necessary for successful performance in today’s dynamic business environments, then this is the certificate for you. This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology.

  Business in the Global Environment

  In the 21st century, the vast majority of employees will be involved in international business. Some may be assigned to international managerial or technical posts, and others may be employees of domestic business, government and non-profit organizations that employ multicultural work forces. Today, even a small local business needs to understand its role in a growing global marketplace. This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for the business and technology leaders of today.

  Human Resource Development

  Increasingly, chief executive officers (CEOs) claim that the management of people is vital to the success of their organizations. The goal of human resource development (HRD) is to improve the performance of organizations by maximizing the efficiency and performance of people. As a result, HRD is one of the fastest growing areas of professional endeavor. This certificate program was designed to supplement the Human Resource Management certificate by developing skills in four additional key areas of human resources. This program is for human resource management professionals who want to develop effective management skills, seek professional advancement or gain professional recognition.

  Management Essentials

  Are you a manager interested in increasing your effectiveness? An individual looking to move into management? Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role. Gain insight into human behavior and the manager’s responsibility in organizations. Learn how the best managers manage for success. This program prepares you to become an entry-level supervisor and advance to a management-level position. As you develop your management skills, your ability to contribute to your organization’s achievements will begin to soar.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  Today’s competitive environment has forced information technology companies and companies in other industries to look beyond individual process improvement to the way their entire organizational systems work. This has resulted in firms examining how they function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers. The degree to which companies can effectively understand these functions and take steps toward improvement will continue to be a key factor in creating a sustainable competitive advantage. This certificate provides the foundation to understand how to make strategic changes in the appropriate organizational systems.

  Project Planning

  Business leaders and decision-makers are continually responsible for organizing and directing teams of workers to create a specific outcome in a given time frame. Project management expertise is essential to organizations as they realize the advantages of resource utilization, which can bring products and ideas to the market in less time and at a reduced cost of development. This certificate is intended to provide students with a ‘big picture’ approach to Project Management, especially the ‘nuts and bolts’ aspects to planning of a successful project.

  After completing your BSBA in Information Technology, add a second BSBA with just a few more courses! The following concentrations are available:

  * HR Management
  * Management
  * Marketing

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• BSBA - Management

  The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Management equips students with the skills necessary to lead people and processes, and grow healthy organizations.

  In addition to a business and technology foundation, students can gain essential business management competencies. Broad subject areas include human resource management, organization behavior, marketing, and project risk management.

  The Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Management online degree program can prepare graduates to enter the business world and move toward a number of careers such as Account Executive, Sales Representative, Stockbroker, Business Consultant or International Relations Manager.

  Some of the courses students will be engaged in within the Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Management online degree program are:

  • Business Strategy
  • Operations Management Principles
  • Global Managerial Economics
  • International Business Practices
  • Project Management Theory
  • Workforce Effectiveness
  • Managing Project Risks and Opportunities

  Like all our programs, the courses are delivered through our revolutionary educational system and are facilitated by instructors with relevant experience and advanced degrees. The course content in the management concentration is continually updated to reflect the latest trends, strategies and practices. And our educational content is structured and delivered for maximum application in the workplace.

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college experience can complete this online degree program in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this program may shorten the length of the degree program to 15 months.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You can earn eight Professional Certificates without adding classes or tuition cost as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Management online degree. Attaining these résumé-buildings certificates can help you take your career to new heights. This Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Management includes the following certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  If you lack training in accounting and need to know the basics to advance in your career, then this program is for you. You’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations-small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  If you want to sharpen your management skills and understand the basics of business necessary for successful performance in today’s dynamic business environments, then this is the certificate for you. This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology.

  Business in the Global Environment

  In the 21st century, the vast majority of employees will be involved in international business. Some may be assigned to international managerial or technical posts, and others may be employees of domestic business, government and non-profit organizations that employ multicultural work forces. Today, even a small local business needs to understand its role in a growing global marketplace. This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for the business and technology leaders of today.

  Human Resource Development

  Increasingly, chief executive officers (CEOs) claim that the management of people is vital to the success of their organizations. The goal of human resource development (HRD) is to improve the performance of organizations by maximizing the efficiency and performance of people. As a result, HRD is one of the fastest growing areas of professional endeavor. This certificate program was designed to supplement the Human Resource Management certificate by developing skills in four additional key areas of human resources. This program is for human resource management professionals who want to develop effective management skills, seek professional advancement or gain professional recognition.

  Management Essentials

  Are you a manager interested in increasing your effectiveness? An individual looking to move into management? Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role. Gain insight into human behavior and the manager’s responsibility in organizations. Learn how the best managers manage for success. This program prepares you to become an entry-level supervisor and advance to a management-level position. As you develop your management skills, your ability to contribute to your organization’s achievements will begin to soar.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  Today’s competitive environment has forced information technology companies and companies in other industries to look beyond individual process improvement to the way their entire organizational systems work. This has resulted in firms examining how they function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers. The degree to which companies can effectively understand these functions and take steps toward improvement will continue to be a key factor in creating a sustainable competitive advantage. This certificate provides the foundation to understand how to make strategic changes in the appropriate organizational systems.

  Project Planning

  Business leaders and decision-makers are continually responsible for organizing and directing teams of workers to create a specific outcome in a given time frame. Project management expertise is essential to organizations as they realize the advantages of resource utilization, which can bring products and ideas to the market in less time and at a reduced cost of development. This certificate is intended to provide students with a ‘big picture’ approach to Project Management, especially the ‘nuts and bolts’ aspects to planning of a successful project.

  Sales and Marketing

  The distinction between sales and marketing is clearly defined in this certificate. You will learn concepts and skills associated with managing a sales force, supporting the sales department with effective advertising and public relations, and creating and implementing a marketing plan. You will also learn the nature of sales promotion and direct marketing along with planning, control and testing. The use of media, building relationships with the media, types of media and the way they do business, and budgeting for a marketing plan are also included.

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• BSBA - Marketing

  The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing provides students with the knowledge they need to succeed in an industry that features some of the highest wage and salary growth rates in the entire employment field.

  For individuals with business savvy, strong communication skills and a high level of creativity, opportunities in Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing Research and many other fast-paced, exciting fields will continue to present themselves. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor estimates there will be a 29.1% job increase in marketing-related positions by 2010.

  This online degree program will prepare graduates with an understanding of the intricate relationships between organizations and their customers. 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

  Like all of Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary degree programs, our BSBA in Marketing is taught via our Climb Learning System, a personalized multimedia platform with rich, interactive courses; tutorials; and activities that engage students in a dynamic learning experience.

  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.

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college experience can complete this online degree program in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this program may shorten the length of the degree program to 15 months.

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You can earn nine Professional Certificates without adding classes or tuition cost as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Marketing online degree. Attaining these résumé building certificates can help you take your career to new heights. This Bachelor’s (BSBA) in Management includes the following certificates:

  Basics of Accounting and Finance

  If you lack training in accounting and need to know the basics to advance in your career, then this program is for you. You’ll develop fundamental knowledge of processes that influence financial and managerial decisions that you can then apply in a variety of organizations—small and large businesses, not-for-profit organizations, governmental agencies and the military.

  Business Fundamentals

  If you want to sharpen your management skills and understand the basics of business necessary for successful performance in today’s dynamic business environments, then this is the certificate for you. This certificate provides a common body of knowledge related to business, human resources, marketing and technology.

  Business in the Global Environment

  In the 21st century, the vast majority of employees will be involved in international business. Some may be assigned to international managerial or technical posts, and others may be employees of domestic business, government and non-profit organizations that employ multicultural work forces. Today, even a small local business needs to understand its role in a growing global marketplace. This certificate focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to manage effectively in a global, diverse business environment. You will develop the global viewpoint appropriate for the business and technology leaders of today.

  Human Resource Development

  Increasingly, chief executive officers (CEOs) claim that the management of people is vital to the success of their organizations. The goal of human resource development (HRD) is to improve the performance of organizations by maximizing the efficiency and performance of people. As a result, HRD is one of the fastest growing areas of professional endeavor. This certificate program was designed to supplement the Human Resource Management certificate by developing skills in four additional key areas of human resources. This program is for human resource management professionals who want to develop effective management skills, seek professional advancement or gain professional recognition.

  Management Essentials

  Are you a manager interested in increasing your effectiveness? An individual looking to move into management? Now you can acquire an in-depth understanding of the basic concepts of management and change while exploring the manager’s role. Gain insight into human behavior and the manager’s responsibility in organizations. Learn how the best managers manage for success. This program prepares you to become an entry-level supervisor and advance to a management-level position. As you develop your management skills, your ability to contribute to your organization’s achievements will begin to soar.

  Organizational Systems Improvement

  Today’s competitive environment has forced information technology companies and companies in other industries to look beyond individual process improvement to the way their entire organizational systems work. This has resulted in firms examining how they function internally and how they interact with suppliers and customers. The degree to which companies can effectively understand these functions and take steps toward improvement will continue to be a key factor in creating a sustainable competitive advantage. This certificate provides the foundation to understand how to make strategic changes in the appropriate organizational systems.

  Project Planning

  Business leaders and decision-makers are continually responsible for organizing and directing teams of workers to create a specific outcome in a given time frame. Project management expertise is essential to organizations as they realize the advantages of resource utilization, which can bring products and ideas to the market in less time and at a reduced cost of development. This certificate is intended to provide students with a ‘big picture’ approach to Project Management, especially the ‘nuts and bolts’ aspects to planning of a successful project.

  Sales and Marketing

  The distinction between sales and marketing is clearly defined in this certificate. You will learn concepts and skills associated with managing a sales force, supporting the sales department with effective advertising and public relations, and creating and implementing a marketing plan. You will also learn the nature of sales promotion and direct marketing along with planning, control and testing. The use of media, building relationships with the media, types of media and the way they do business, and budgeting for a marketing plan are also included.

  Marketing Research

  In an increasingly competitive environment, a solid foundation in the basic knowledge of marketing research is more important than ever. This certificate covers all aspects of desk and field research, including designing research instruments, collecting and analyzing raw and statistical data, supply and demand analysis, and the economic nature of production and costs. Also included are studies of behavior that consumers display in searching, purchasing, using, evaluating and disposing of products.

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• BSBA - Project Management

  The BSBA in Project Management focuses on the management of time-limited operations in terms of four constraints: time, cost, resources and specification. During this 15-month* degree program, students learn to identify priorities, organize assignments and deploy the necessary resources to accomplish projects on time and within specified budgets. Select program content covers key areas contained in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), considered to be the industry standard by the Project Management Institute.

  This degree program has been accredited by the Project Management Institute’s Global Accreditation Center (PMI-GAC). Of over 250 universities worldwide that offer degrees in Project Management, CTU is one of only 17 offering programs accredited by PMI-GAC – and one of only two universities offering undergraduate programs with this select accreditation.

  Graduates of this program have the opportunity to receive the Project Management Professional (PMP™) credential, the most universally recognized credential in the field of Project Management. They may sit for the PMP™ examination with 3000 documented project leadership hours versus the 4,500 hours required for graduates of programs without the PMI-GAC accreditation.

  You can earn seven CTU Academic Certificates as you work toward completing your degree:

  • Basics of Accounting and Finance
  • Business Fundamentals
  • Business in the Global Environment
  • Management Essentials
  • Organizational Systems Improvement
  • Project Planning
  • Project Specialist Management

  *The 15-month Bachelor’s degree is a 2+2 program and assumes that all associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate’s degree or the equivalent. CTU Online students with no previous college experience can complete this degree in about 2 1/2 years.

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• BSCJ - 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 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.

  Students can enjoy relevant, real-world courses, taught by professors who are experienced in their fields, and a truly innovative and revolutionary online educational delivery system. Some of the courses available in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice include:

  • Corrections Solutions
  • Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice
  • Law Enforcement and the Community
  • Public Administration and Policy-Making
  • Laws of Evidence in Criminal Courts
  • White-Collar Crime
  • American Criminal Procedure
  • Juveniles and the Courts
  • Crime Scene Analysis
  • Investigating Crime
  • Forensic Behavior Analysis

  Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college or military training can complete the Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice online in about 2 1/2 years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate’s degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this program may shorten the length of the degree program to 15 months.*

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  You can earn four Professional Certificates as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Attaining these résumé-building certificates can help you advance in your career even before you graduate. This degree includes the following certificates:

  Corrections Technician

  This certificate will equip the correctional staff worker with essential knowledge and skills appropriate for any type of correctional system work, from the juvenile correctional setting to working with violent adult offenders in maximum-security facilities. You will also explore the supporting programming in community corrections and the interplay of the two systems as used by judges and court services.

  Crime Scene Investigation

  Crime scene investigation is critical to law enforcement, criminal law and criminal investigation. This certificate prepares the professional to document, preserve and process physical evidence correctly and analyze it thoroughly to understand its relevance to the case involved. You will also examine the laws of evidence and learn how to prepare a case for court. Also covered are perpetrator profiling, interrogation and the use of psychological evidence in criminal litigation.

  Law Enforcement Skills

  Today’s law enforcement professional is expected to communicate with accuracy and demonstrate a command of the law, the Constitution and the legal procedural requirements for processing criminal activity. This certificate provides a set of specialized skills for the law enforcement professional including report writing, interview, and interrogation.

  Legal Studies and Court Proces

  For those who anticipate law school, work in a law office or the courts, this concentration of courses provides an excellent knowledge base. This advanced concentration of Criminal and Constitutional law and procedure pinpoints up-to-date case law rulings by the Supreme Court and prepares the student for the challenges of legal work and/or the court setting.

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• BSCJ - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
• BSCJ - Human Services

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of an industry-current BSCJ degree program with a concentration in Human Services. Applications are being accepted now for classes scheduled to begin on May 00, 2009.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of social and human services assistants is projected to grow much faster than average for all occupations, particularly for jobseekers with appropriate post-secondary education.*

  In response to this growing need for skilled human services professionals in the criminal justice industry, this program focuses on teaching students how to:

  • Demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Resolve complex problems independently and ethically.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the psychological and sociological dimensions of human behavior and crime.
  • Demonstrate competency in the key areas of the criminal justice system.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the core activities and skills of the Human Services professional in the context of the criminal justice system.
  • Demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills of the chemical dependency professional.
  • Examine and integrate the emerging trends in the criminal justice system.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  This degree program features courses including: Criminal Procedure, Corrections Solutions, Child and Adolescent Psychopathology, Ethics for the CD Counselor and Human Services Practice in the Criminal Justice Setting. The curriculum places a special emphasis on working with youth.

  Courses will be taught by instructors with applicable career experiences in law enforcement, the courts and corrections. Students can benefit from their insightful perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of positions in the growing field of criminal justice.

  This industry-current program also gives students the opportunity to earn five résumé-enhancing CTU Academic Certificates:

  •Corrections Technician
  •Domestic Violence Interventions
  •Juvenile Delinquency and Victim Services
  •Legal Studies and Court Process
  •Chemical Dependency Counseling

  These credentials are built into the curriculum without requiring additional courses or tuition costs. Students interested in learning more about Colorado Tech Online’s BSCJ with a concentration in Human Services are encouraged to contact us today.

  *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos059.htm#related (visited May 12, 2009).

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• BSIT - Network Management

  Colorado Tech Online’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) with a concentration in Network Management is designed to help students build industry-current credentials in the field of network management.

  Courses are taught by instructors who have experience in the field of information technology. Students will have opportunities to absorb knowledge and meaningful perspectives that they can apply to their own career objectives and employment strategies.

  The emphasis of this program is on preparing students to install, configure and support internal and/or external networks. They also will be challenged to learn how to troubleshoot networks to determine the root causes of problems. Students also will be taught to analyze the business and technical requirements for a network infrastructure and design a network infrastructure that meets those requirements.

  The focus of the program is to help prepare students to become qualified to pursue career opportunities as Network Administrators, Server-Side Programmers, Network Engineers, Network Control Technicians and many other important, in-demand roles.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • Network Infrastructure Administration
  • Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Network Infrastructure
  • Network Infrastructure Design

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  Students will also earn eight Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the BSIT with a concentration in Network Management. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost. Professional Certificates offer students a means by which to progressively add to their educational achievements as they learn and gain new skills. This degree program includes the following certificates:

  Client Java Programming

  Java is emerging as one of the principle languages for building sophisticated Web applications. Java provides a platform-independent, highly interactive approach to the creation of graphical user interfaces. Large database vendors are adopting Java as the language for access to large data stores.

  CompTIA Network+™ Fundamentals

  This certificate program will prepare you to test for the CompTIA Network+™ certification. With a Network+™ certification, a prospective employer knows that you have the knowledge to configure and operate a variety of networking products. The certificate also may serve as a prerequisite for other vendor-specific certifications in the IT world.

  Computer Network Telecommunications

  For businesses to survive today, they must meet the rising expectation for greater convenience and improved access to information and assistance. This increased connectivity requires a support structure of hardware and related software systems. There is an increasing demand for qualified individuals to configure, maintain, repair and upgrade systems that enable people and systems to communicate at greater distances and in more diverse environments.

  Object-Oriented Methods

  This certificate program provides an introduction to, and experience in, the use of object-oriented paradigms. Object-oriented techniques for analysis, design and implementation are key to the development of reusable software. In this certificate program you will learn the fundamentals of programming in an object-oriented language, the principles underlying the use of object-oriented languages, and the techniques and methods for object-oriented analysis and design.

  Professional Communication

  The professional communication series is an invaluable asset for professionals in technical and management careers. Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present all types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures, discussions, exercises and projects.

  Software Engineering Application

  This certificate provides knowledge of software engineering principles through practical experience in the development of large software systems. The courses provide a hands-on base for structured systems analysis and design, object-oriented methodologies, and state-of-the-practice tools and techniques. You will work as part of a team to define, develop and implement an actual software system.

  UNIX Network Administration

  UNIX is one of the most widely used operating systems, supporting a variety of servers in many industries including telecommunications, software development, engineering and the military This certificate provides a broad background in the administration of UNIX and networking with UNIX.

  Web Page Development

  This certificate provides the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to combine text, graphics and other media to create Web pages that communicate effectively.

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• BSIT - Security

  Colorado Tech Online’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) with a concentration in Security is designed to help students build industry-current credentials in the field of computer and network security.

  Courses are taught by instructors who have experience in the field of information technology. Students will have opportunities to absorb knowledge and meaningful perspectives that they can apply to their own career objectives and employment strategies.

  The emphasis of this program is on preparing students to analyze security policies and evaluate risk assessment techniques. They can learn to explain security principles, concepts, and techniques and will be challenged to develop, implement and analyze disaster recovery plans.

  The focus of the program is to help prepare students to become qualified to pursue career opportunities as Disaster Recovery Analysts, IS Security Managers, Network Security Engineers, IT Security User Administrators, Contingency Planning Analysts and many other critical roles.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • Security Management
  • Security Architecture
  • Disaster Recovery

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  Students will also earn eight Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the BSIT with a concentration in Security. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost. Professional Certificates offer students a means by which to progressively add to their educational achievements as they learn and gain new skills. This degree program includes the following certificates:

  Client Java Programming

  Java is emerging as one of the principle languages for building sophisticated Web applications. Java provides a platform-independent, highly interactive approach to the creation of graphical user interfaces. Large database vendors are adopting Java as the language for access to large data stores.

  CompTIA Network+™ Fundamentals

  This certificate program will prepare you to test for the CompTIA Network+™ certification. With a Network+™ certification, a prospective employer knows that you have the knowledge to configure and operate a variety of networking products. The certificate also may serve as a prerequisite for other vendor-specific certifications in the IT world.

  Computer Network Telecommunications

  For businesses to survive today, they must meet the rising expectation for greater convenience and improved access to information and assistance. This increased connectivity requires a support structure of hardware and related software systems. There is an increasing demand for qualified individuals to configure, maintain, repair and upgrade systems that enable people and systems to communicate at greater distances and in more diverse environments.

  Object-Oriented Methods

  This certificate program provides an introduction to, and experience in, the use of object-oriented paradigms. Object-oriented techniques for analysis, design and implementation are key to the development of reusable software. In this certificate program you will learn the fundamentals of programming in an object-oriented language, the principles underlying the use of object-oriented languages, and the techniques and methods for object-oriented analysis and design.

  Professional Communication

  The professional communication series is an invaluable asset for professionals in technical and management careers. Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present all types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures, discussions, exercises and projects.

  Software Engineering Application

  This certificate provides knowledge of software engineering principles through practical experience in the development of large software systems. The courses provide a hands-on base for structured systems analysis and design, object-oriented methodologies, and state-of-the-practice tools and techniques. You will work as part of a team to define, develop and implement an actual software system.

  UNIX Network Administration

  UNIX is one of the most widely used operating systems, supporting a variety of servers in many industries including telecommunications, software development, engineering and the military This certificate provides a broad background in the administration of UNIX and networking with UNIX.

  Web Page Development

  This certificate provides the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to combine text, graphics and other media to create Web pages that communicate effectively.

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• BSIT - Software Application Programming

  Colorado Technical University Online is pleased to announce the addition of a concentration in Software Application Programming to its industry-current Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program. Applications are being accepted now for classes scheduled to begin on May 16, 2010.

  Because successful organizations use technology to find solutions to all kinds of business challenges, individuals who understand how to use technology to contribute to productivity and the bottom line are valued employees.

  This industry-current BSIT 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.

  The Software Applications Programming (SAP) concentration focuses on the JAVA programming language as the core programming language supported by a curriculum focused on software engineering courses including requirements definition, analysis, design, testing and overall implementation. Students can learn how to:

  • Differentiate between current computer networks, protocols and the role of network management software in organizations.
  • Categorize the fundamentals of computer system security requirements.
  • Distinguish between the principles, concepts and fundamentals of operating systems.
  • Apply database concepts and capabilities through the creation, organization and maintenance of modern database systems.
  • Differentiate and categorize the legal, ethical and social issues of information technology.
  • Create and design Enterprise Architecture.
  • Solve complex problems through the ability to program in at least one high level programming language.
  • Implement the goals, processes and techniques of software engineering through the development of a software application supported by a project plan.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  The BSIT with a concentration in Software Application Programming is designed to help solve business problems using Information Technology. In addition to the general education and core requirements, this specialization includes concentration courses in User Interface Design, Java Programming, Software Project Management, Software Testing and many other pertinent areas of study.

  Courses will be taught by instructors with relevant career experience in software application programming. Students can benefit from their instructors’ perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to develop a strong foundation in the areas of programming, systems administration, security, architecture, databases and ethics.

  Students interested in learning more about the CTU Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Software Application Programming are encouraged to contact us today.

  CTU does not guarantee employment or salary.

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• BSIT - Software Systems Engineering

  Colorado Tech Online’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering is designed to help students build industry-current credentials in the field of software systems engineering.

  Courses are taught by instructors who have experience in the field of information technology. Students will have opportunities to absorb knowledge and meaningful perspectives that they can apply to their own career objectives and employment strategies.

  The emphasis of this program is on preparing students to elicit, identify, define and document software requirements. They also will be challenged to develop use case scenarios for requirement creation and software design. Successful students should learn competencies in applying appropriate software design models to develop a software solution as well as planning, implementing and reporting software testing.

  The focus of the program is to help prepare students to become qualified to pursue career opportunities as Software Engineers, Computer Programmers, Applications Engineers, Software Architects, Web Software Developers and many other in-demand roles in the IT industry.

  Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online’s revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:

  • Software Requirements Engineering
  • Software Design
  • Software Testing

  Professional Certificates Included in This Degree Program

  Students will also earn eight Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the BSIT with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost. Professional Certificates offer students a means by which to progressively add to their educational achievements as they learn and gain new skills. This degree program includes the following certificates:

  Client Java Programming

  Java is emerging as one of the principle languages for building sophisticated Web applications. Java provides a platform-independent, highly interactive approach to the creation of graphical user interfaces. Large database vendors are adopting Java as the language for access to large data stores.

  CompTIA Network+™ Fundamentals

  This certificate program will prepare you to test for the CompTIA Network+™ certification. With a Network+™ certification, a prospective employer knows that you have the knowledge to configure and operate a variety of networking products. The certificate also may serve as a prerequisite for other vendor-specific certifications in the IT world.

  Computer Network Telecommunications

  For businesses to survive today, they must meet the rising expectation for greater convenience and improved access to information and assistance. This increased connectivity requires a support structure of hardware and related software systems. There is an increasing demand for qualified individuals to configure, maintain, repair and upgrade systems that enable people and systems to communicate at greater distances and in more diverse environments.

  Object-Oriented Methods

  This certificate program provides an introduction to, and experience in, the use of object-oriented paradigms. Object-oriented techniques for analysis, design and implementation are key to the development of reusable software. In this certificate program you will learn the fundamentals of programming in an object-oriented language, the principles underlying the use of object-oriented languages, and the techniques and methods for object-oriented analysis and design.

  Professional Communication

  The professional communication series is an invaluable asset for professionals in technical and management careers. Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present all types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures, discussions, exercises and projects.

  Software Engineering Application

  This certificate provides knowledge of software engineering principles through practical experience in the development of large software systems. The courses provide a hands-on base for structured systems analysis and design, object-oriented methodologies, and state-of-the-practice tools and techniques. You will work as part of a team to define, develop and implement an actual software system.

  UNIX Network Administration

  UNIX is one of the most widely used operating systems, supporting a variety of servers in many industries including telecommunications, software development, engineering and the military This certificate provides a broad background in the administration of UNIX and networking with UNIX.

  Web Page Development

  This certificate provides the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to combine text, graphics and other media to create Web pages that communicate effectively.

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• BSIT - Web Development

  Colorado Technical University is pleased to announce the introduction of a career-focused Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Web Development. Applications are being accepted now for courses scheduled to begin on January 3, 2009.

  The internet and its associated technologies continue to grow at unprecedented rates. Simply put, the web has changed everything which is why CTU has introduced the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Concentration in Web Development (BSIT) degree program. One of our new breed of IT degrees, the BSIT helps students reach into the middle of the ever-expanding technology universe and grab onto one underlying factor driving its explosive growth: web development.

  In response to the tremendous opportunities that continue to be created out of the technology revolution, CTU has engineered multidisciplinary coursework that will let you:

  • Develop a usable website that meets customer requirements
  • Define and explain current computer networks, protocols, and the role of network management software
  • Define and explain the fundamentals of computer system security requirements
  • Implement the goals and techniques of software engineering through the development of a complex application
  • Solve complex problems through the ability to program in at least one high level programming language

  Coursework for this program includes:

  • 66 hours of general education requirements
  • Problem solving and core technology classes such as introductions to database systems, web site construction, networks, and e-business
  • Web development concentrations such as user interface design, scripting for the web and web animation

  Courses will be taught by instructors who have substantial experience making key leadership contributions in their area of expertise. Students can benefit from their insightful perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of job opportunities in web development. To learn more about this or other CTU degree programs, or how to apply for admission, please contact us for more information.

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• BSTM - Technology Management

  Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of a Bachelor of Science in Technology Management, available to students with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a technology related field from a two-year college with which Colorado Technical University has an articulation agreement covering this specific degree opportunity. Applications are being accepted now for classes scheduled to begin on August 21, 2009.

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, the increasing use of technology in the workplace is projected to lead to faster than average growth for computer and information systems managers. Due to employment increases and because of the high demand for technical workers, prospects should be excellent for qualified job candidates.*

  In response to this growing need for knowledgeable, skilled professionals in an interesting and diverse field of employment, coursework is focused on teaching students how to:

  • Define and explain the basic functional areas of management and the critical skills necessary to solve business problems.
  • Explain the impact a global and electronic marketplace has on management practices, human resources, and strategic decision making
  • Work comfortably and effectively in multicultural teams.
  • Integrate technical knowledge with management principles to solve real-world problems through a capstone experience.
  • and many more career-related skills.

  This Bachelor of Science degree program features courses including: E-Business, Business Decision-Making, Managing Human Resources, Employee Training and Development and others. Coursework is structured to technology professionals perform key management functions, whether in a small business setting (as proprietor, partner, or supervisor) or within a large company that provides a variety of supervisory or management positions to its technical staff.

  Courses are taught by instructors experienced in technology management. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue in-demand positions in computer and information systems management.

  This industry-current program also gives students the opportunity to earn the following résumé-enhancing CTU Academic Certificate with no additional courses or tuition costs:

  • Accounting Fundamentals
  • Basics of Accounting
  • Finance and Project Planning

  Students interested in learning more about CTU Online’s Bachelor of Science in Technology Management are encouraged to contact us today.

  • Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm (visited June 22, 2009).

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