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    This certificate supports the training requirement  for professionals who  can integrate and manage corporate information  through electronic  communications. You will gain proficiency in  developing and managing  organizational telecommunication systems as well  as knowledge of  network applications, topologies, switching  methods and security.

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    &nbsp;&nbsp;Networking administration fundamentals
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Basic concepts of data communications and network design
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Transmission media and communications hardware

    Required Classes
    IT-640&nbsp;-&nbsp;Networking and Telecommunications
    IT-642&nbsp;-&nbsp;Network Adminstration

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    Information Systems Security ArchitectureGraduate
    Description
    Enormous growth in the Internet and computer  networks creates oppor-  tunities for individuals with skills to protect  corporate computer  systems from unauthorized access and theft. You  will learn to develop,  implement and monitor a computer security  implementation plan.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Elements of identification, authentication, access control and security auditing
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Operating system security products and tools
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Privacy and integrity analysis within a network environment

    Required Classes
    CS-651&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Security Foundations
    CS-652&nbsp;-&nbsp;Operating Systems Security
    CS-653&nbsp;-&nbsp;Network Security
    CS-659&nbsp;-&nbsp;Information Systems Security

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    It and Business TransformationGraduate
    Description
    To transform an organization, managers must  understand and utilize  the power of information technology. This  certificate aims to develop  leaders with an enterprise view of the  organization, who use technology  to develop new paradigms and implement  organizational strategies that  result in responsive change.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;IT and e-Business technologies and their roles within organizations
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to use technology to transform the organization and secure competitive advantage
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Effective change leadership principles

    Required Classes
    ID-612&nbsp;-&nbsp;Leadership
    MGM-608&nbsp;-&nbsp;Managing E-Business
    MGM-628&nbsp;-&nbsp;Marketing in the Digital Age
    MGM-638&nbsp;-&nbsp;Transforming the Enterprise With It

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    Software DevelopmentGraduate
    Description
    This certificate prepares you to organize and  control software development  efforts using state-of-the-practice software  engineering techniques.  You will gain the knowledge to successfully  develop and implement  large-scale, complex software applications.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Evaluation and testing of software design processes
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Integration of complex hardware and software systems
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Principles of project management processes

    Required Classes
    CS-649&nbsp;-&nbsp;Software Design
    CS-675&nbsp;-&nbsp;Systems Integration and Test
    MPM-600&nbsp;-&nbsp;Project Mgmt Process in Org

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    Project ManagementGraduate

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    Systems EngineeringGraduate
    Description
    This program prepares tomorrow?s technical leaders  to successfully  develop, manage and maintain large scale, complex  computer systems.  You will learn system architecture as well as  software process improve-  ment and implementation.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Distributed and heterogeneous systems; reliability and security
    &nbsp;&nbsp;System engineering methodologies
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Project management process principles

    Required Classes
    CS-644&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Architecture
    CS-671&nbsp;-&nbsp;Software Systems Engineering Process
    CS-672&nbsp;-&nbsp;Systems Engineering Methods
    MPM-600&nbsp;-&nbsp;Project Mgmt Process in Org

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    Database ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Professionals who can integrate and manage a  company's information  through effective use of databases are well  positioned for competitive  advantage. This certificate provides the skills  and insight to design,  develop and manage organizational databases as  well as conceptual  modeling and logical/physical design techniques.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Fundamentals of relational database systems
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Internal and external views of database management systems
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Conceptual modeling, use of CASE tools and security design considerations

    Required Classes
    IT-610&nbsp;-&nbsp;Relational Database Mgmt. Systems
    IT-612&nbsp;-&nbsp;Database Analy Design and Implementation

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    Business ManagementGraduate
    Description
    This program is designed for individuals who want  to enter or advance  into management positions. It provides a common  body of knowledge  related to people, processes, strategy and  technology. You will explore  the impact of information technology and develop  skills that are essential  to effective management.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Identifying and making effective marketing decisions
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Tools for resource management and handling organizational issues
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Motivating employees through effective leadership
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Leveraging information technology for competitive advantage
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Managing projects in organizations

    Required Classes
    IT-600&nbsp;-&nbsp;IT Management
    MGM-604&nbsp;-&nbsp;Organizational Behavior
    MGM-630&nbsp;-&nbsp;Applied Managerial Marketing
    MPM-600&nbsp;-&nbsp;Project Mgmt Process in Org

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    Information Systems SecurityGraduate
    Description
    This certificate provides a strong foundation for  individuals interested  in developing technical skills to support the  explosive demand for  computer system security professionals. You will  become familiar with  the threats that jeopardize corporate technical  resources as well as  methods to anticipate them and reduce their  impact.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Fundamentals of information system security
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Current computer system technologies
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Models that guide computer system security approaches

    Required Classes
    CS-651&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Security Foundations

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    Project ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Across industry types, there is a growing need for  leaders who can plan,  manage and execute projects- accurately, on time  and on budget. This  certificate is for both new and seasoned project  managers. The program  is designed to assist you in meeting the  requirements of PMP certification  by the Project Management Institute

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), the industry standard for PM
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Real-world project planning (budgeting,scheduling, procurement,risk management and control systems)
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Teaming; time and conflict management
    &nbsp;&nbsp;MS Project 2000; CPM/PERT, Gantt and other scheduling techniques

    Required Classes
    MPM-600&nbsp;-&nbsp;Project Mgmt Process in Org
    MPM-605&nbsp;-&nbsp;Proj Planning, Exec & Closure
    MPM-610&nbsp;-&nbsp;Schedule and Cost Control Techniques
    MPM-615&nbsp;-&nbsp;Contract & Procmnt Proj Mgmt
    MPM-620&nbsp;-&nbsp;Risk and Quality Mgmt in Pm

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    Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Logistics, the second largest employment sector in  the US, is effectively  managing material, information and services as  they flow in, through,  and out of an organization. You will gain an  understanding of the supply  chain and how it can be applied to solve  day-to-day problems in the face  of perpetual change and a networking-intensive  environment.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Systems approach to product design and supply chain management
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II) and just-in-time approaches
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Reliability, maintainability and availability concepts

    Required Classes
    LOG-620&nbsp;-&nbsp;Supply Chain Mgmt:design and Production
    LOG-630&nbsp;-&nbsp;Supply Chain Management: Invent & Distr
    LOG-640&nbsp;-&nbsp;Supply Chain Mgm:logistics Cost Analysis

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    Security Certification and AccreditationGraduate
    Description
    A system that performs mission sensitive  operations requires access to  irsensitiveln resources. The owners of these  resources require a measure  of the risk assumed in allowing access in the  intended manner as well  as an assessment of how well the system implements  its requirements.  The DoD was first in evolving strategies and  methods to formally address  these tasks, most recently by the DITSCAP and its  civilian counterpart,  NIACAP. This course addresses each of these topics  and standards and  how they may lead to a higher level of assurance  in systems development.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to create, implement, and manage a systematic approach to controlling security risk
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to apply federal guidelines contained in DITSCAP to manage risk

    Required Classes

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    Computer Systems ArchitectureGraduate
    Description
    Industry needs technical professionals who  understand the latest devel-  opments and opportunities in optimizing computer  systems within  organizations. This certificate prepares you to  develop systems that  give organizations a competitive advantage in  today's highly technical  environment including enabling technologies and  security.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Distributed and network operating systems and client server systems
    &nbsp;&nbsp;System architecture, functional concepts and state-of-the-practice networking
    &nbsp;&nbsp;The lower four layers of the OSI Reference Model and the TCP/IP protocol suite

    Required Classes
    CS-630&nbsp;-&nbsp;Modern Operating Systems
    CS-635&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Networking
    CS-644&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Architecture

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    Criminal JusticeGraduate
    Description
    The criminal justice field is growing rapidly, not  only in the areas of  corrections, courts and law, but also in the  diversionary and ancillary  programs that support the system. This certificate  will help develop your  critical thinking skills and provides you an  interdisciplinary perspective  on crime and the criminal justice system so you  will be prepared for  management and administrative positions.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Different correctional modes and approaches to changing and controlling criminal behavior
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Critical management skills in the crime lab
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Court performance standards and caseflow management
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to effectively manage in law enforcement

    Required Classes
    CRJ-610&nbsp;-&nbsp;Crime Lab/Evidence Management
    CRJ-620&nbsp;-&nbsp;Court Services Management
    CRJ-630&nbsp;-&nbsp;Law Enforcement Management
    CRJ-640&nbsp;-&nbsp;Corrections Management

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    Grants and ContractsGraduate
    Description
    Grants from government and private sources provide  important sup-  plemental funding to law enforcement agencies, and  many other social  service agencies. This certificate prepares you to  research and determine  the proper sources for a specific grant request,  and the steps to actually  write a successful grant.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Methods of researching and finding a grant source to fit your needs
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Constructing a realistic grant proposal
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to create a strong proposal package that highlights your organization's mission, objectives and budget
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Understanding procedures for government contracting in program appropriation

    Required Classes

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    Technology ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Professional Certificate in Technology Management

    What You Will Learn

    Required Classes

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    Change ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Change is a constant if an organization is to  survive, yet change is often  seen as a negative force to be resisted. This  certificate is designed to help  you become a leader of positive change.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Change techniques and methodologies that can be used to create beneficial change
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Creating purposeful innovation and building a successful culture
    &nbsp;&nbsp;How to lead others as well as understand group and team dynamics

    Required Classes
    ID-612&nbsp;-&nbsp;Leadership
    MGM-604&nbsp;-&nbsp;Organizational Behavior

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    Information Systems Security ManagementGraduate
    Description
    This program introduces tomorrow's technical  leaders to computer  system security management, including methods to  combat the very-  real threat to corporate technical resources. You  will learn to develop,  implement and monitor security standards and  procedures.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Fundamentals of information system security
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Current computer system technologies
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Contingency planning, disaster recovery, legal/ethical issues and computer crime

    Required Classes
    CS-651&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Security Foundations
    CS-654&nbsp;-&nbsp;Security Management

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    Homeland Security ManagementGraduate
    Description
    Homeland security is a rapidly evolving area  involving federal, state,  local, and private resources to deal with threats  to American citizens and  organizations. The certificate will provide the  student with an inter-  disciplinary approach to defining terrorism in  analysis of counter-  terrorism strategies for planned responses.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Structure of Homeland Security and inter-governmental system relationships
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Planning a response to address intelligence gathering
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Implementation and analysis of response strategies
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Analysis and work with other units of government from a management perspective

    Required Classes
    CRJ-650&nbsp;-&nbsp;Terrorism & Homeland Security Management

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    Business AdministrationGraduate
    Description
    Professional Certificate in Business  Administration

    What You Will Learn

    Required Classes

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    Systems Analysis and IntegrationGraduate
    Description
    There is a growing need within industry for an  understanding of life-  cycle development and management of information   systems to ensure  the effective linking of technology with  organizational needs. This  certificate provides you with the knowledge  necessary to guide the  development and implementation of systems that  will allow organizations  to gain a competitive advantage in today's highly  technical environment.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Elicitation of system requirements and the analysis and translation of requirements into system specifications
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Foundation in the techniques used to specify and design software and hardware system components
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Test planning, procedures and activities required for the development, implementation and integration of new or revised systems
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Implementation and maintenance requirements and techniques of new and revised systems supporting business processes

    Required Classes
    IT-660&nbsp;-&nbsp;Information Technology Systs Development
    IT-662&nbsp;-&nbsp;ITSystems Implementation

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    CISSP/SSCP Examination PreparationGraduate
    Description
    The International Information Systems Security  Certification Consortium  (ISC)  has developed the Certified Information Systems  Security  Professional (CISSP) and Systems Security  Certified Practitioner (SSCP)  certifications. These certifications are broadly  recognized in the security  industry and demonstrate to employers that the  professional has an under-  standing of (ISC)  Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for information  systems security professionals. The following CTU  courses cover the  CBK and help prepare you to take the SSCP or CISSP  examinations.  Certification requires both successful examination and professional  experience (available October 2003).

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Coverage of the 10 domain areas of the Common Body of Knowledge
    &nbsp;&nbsp;In-depth coverage of the most important areas

    Required Classes
    CS-651&nbsp;-&nbsp;Computer Systems Security Foundations
    CS-659&nbsp;-&nbsp;Information Systems Security

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    Public AdministrationGraduate
    Description
    This certificate is designed to provide  exceptionally strong preparation  in modern managerial skills. These skills are  essential in today's environ-  ment that demands greater public accountability  and effectiveness from  not only private sector but also public and  non-profit organizations.  The certificate emphasizes effective leadership,  management, human  resources, public policy and operations.

    What You Will Learn
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Apply elements of successful leadership
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Create and manage high-performance organizations
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Understand the public system structure and policy
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Develop, maintain, and manage human resources in the public sector
    &nbsp;&nbsp;Manage effectively in the operational environment

    Required Classes
    ID-612&nbsp;-&nbsp;Leadership
    HRM-640&nbsp;-&nbsp;Strategic Human Resource Mgmt
    MGM-604&nbsp;-&nbsp;Organizational Behavior
    MGM-623&nbsp;-&nbsp;Public Administration