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MASTER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
• Project Management
• Lean Six Sigma
• Contract Management
• Information Systems (IS) Security
• Business Analysis
• Software Testing
• IT Service Management
• Business Intelligence
• Human Resources
• ROI Methodology
• Leadership
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Rich in history and tradition, Villanova University is an independent coeducational institution of higher learning founded by the Augustinian Order of the Roman Catholic Church. The university is a community of persons of diverse professional, academic and personal interests who, in a spirit of collegiality, cooperate to achieve their common goals and objectives in the transmission, pursuit and discovery of knowledge. Villanova is committed to high goals and standards of academic integrity and excellence, as well as personal and corporate achievement that characterize all worthy institutions of higher learning. Villanova’s Department of Continuing Studies is committed to preparing the workforce of today and tomorrow through a wide array of non-credit certificate programs. The department has built professional programs upon the firm foundation of the university’s tradition of excellence and uses the standards of professional associations as the blueprint. These programs are designed to help employees turn newly acquired knowledge into competitive advantages for their companies. Students learn the best practices from professionals who are subject matter experts and who work in the field.
INTERACTIVE ONLINE TECHNOLOGY MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Villanova University, in conjunction with the University Alliance, offers students the opportunity to earn a professional certificate anytime, anywhere – in their homes, at work or even while they travel. No classroom attendance is ever required. Through advanced Internet technology, students are immersed in a stimulating online learning environment that facilitates communication and collaboration among participants and faculty. Virtual Classroom
Two-way voice over IP, instant messaging
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on the Internet.
Online Streaming Video Lectures
The classroom comes to you. Watch
and learn from instructors and corporate
professionals as they deliver lectures and
course material online – when and where
it’s convenient for you! Choose between
streaming video and CD-ROM.
Online Faculty Support
Virtual office hours, email and Internet
message boards deliver extended interaction
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ensuring an engaging and rewarding
educational experience. In fact, many
students find they are learning, participating
and enjoying themselves more in this online
program than they ever did in a traditional
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The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 2 EARN YOUR MASTER CERTIFICATE OR ADVANCED MASTER CERTIFICATE. 11 DEVELOPMENT
DISCIPLINES 38 SINGLE-COURSE
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 21 MULTI-COURSE
MASTER CERTIFICATE
OR ADVANCED
MASTER CERTIFICATE
PROGRAMS
PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
Essentials of Project Management
Mastering Project Management
Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices
PMP® Exam Prep
PM Capstone
PM for IS/IT Professionals
Maximizing Team Effectiveness
Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness
Applied Project Management
IS/IT Project Management
Advanced Applied Project
Management
Advanced IS/IT Project
Management
LEAN SIX SIGMA Six Sigma Green Belt
Six Sigma Green Belt – Healthcare
Six Sigma Green Belt – Financial Services
Six Sigma Green Belt – Information Technology
Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
NOTE: Certifications available for each
program above
Six Sigma
Six Sigma – Healthcare
Six Sigma – Financial Services
Six Sigma – Information
Technology
Advanced Lean Six Sigma
CONTRACT
MANAGEMENT
Essentials of Commercial Contract Management
Essentials of Government Contract Management
Mastering Business Skills
Advanced Contract Management
Commercial Contract Management
Government Contract
Management
IS SECURITY Essentials of IS Security
Mastering IS Security+™
Advanced Info Assurance & Security
Advanced Info Assurance & Security – Gov
IS Security
Information Security Management
Information Security Management
– Government
BUSINESS
ANALYSIS
Essentials of Business Analysis
Mastering Business Analysis
Business Analysis
SOFTWARE
TESTING
Essentials of Software Testing
ISTQB® Software Testing Capstone
Software Testing
IT SERVICE
MANAGEMENT/ITIL®
ITIL® Foundation IT Service Management
BUSINESS
INTELLIGENCE
Essentials of Business Intelligence
Mastering Data Management and Technology
Advanced Data Architecture and Intelligence
Business Intelligence
HUMAN
RESOURCES
Human Resource Management
Mastering Organizational Effectiveness
Human Resource Management
ROI METHODOLOGY Essentials of ROI Methodology
Mastering ROI Methodology
Advanced ROI Methodology
ROI Methodology
LEADERSHIP Strategic Organizational Leadership
Finance and Accounting for the
Non-Financial Manager
Organizational Leadership
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
Since 1842, Villanova University’s
Augustinian Catholic intellectual
tradition has been the cornerstone
of an academic community in which
students learn to think critically, act
compassionately and succeed while
serving others. There are more than
10,000 undergraduate, graduate and
law students in the University’s five
colleges the College of Liberal Arts
and Sciences, the Villanova School of
Business, the College of Engineering,
the College of Nursing and the
Villanova University School of Law. As
students grow intellectually, Villanova
prepares them to become ethical
leaders who create positive change
everywhere life takes them. U.S. News
& World Report has ranked Villanova
as the #1 Regional University in the
North for more than 20 years.
Villanova offers a variety of online
certificate programs in today’s most
in-demand disciplines: Business
Process Management, Project
Management, Business and Law of
Sports, Lean Six Sigma, Contract
Management, IS Security, Business
Analysis, Software Testing, IT
Service Management/ITIL®, Business
Intelligence, Human Resources, ROI
Methodology, Leadership, and Finance
and Accounting for the Non-Financial
Manager. The University also offers
online graduate degrees including the
Master of Public Administration and
Master of Science in Human Resource
Development, allowing professionals
worldwide to earn the same degree as
campus-based students.
FIGURE 1: PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE (For master certificate requirements, see Figure 2 – Master Certificate Course Matrix.) Contact Us Today!
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The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 3 The Villanova University Master Certificate
In today’s hyper-competitive job market, continuing education and professional certification can help put you on the road toward success. Villanova University Professional Education Online offers a variety of dynamic, online master certificate programs designed to do just that. Through a unique online program, you can arm yourself with new skills and advanced industry knowledge, while you gain solid preparation for industry-recognized certification exams.
The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 4 Choose From Eleven Disciplines
You can earn a Villanova University master certificate in one of eleven high-demand professional disciplines. Each master certificate consists of three courses crafted by industry experts who are proven leaders in their field. Created to be taken consecutively, each course builds your knowledge base through a unique and comprehensive combination of multimedia resources, including streaming video lectures, CD-ROMs and Internet message boards. Choose from the following comprehensive, multi-course master certificate programs: Applied Project Management, IS/IT Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Commercial Contract Management, Government Contract Management, IS Security, Information Security Management, Business Analysis, Software Testing, IT Service Management, Business Intelligence, Human Resource Management, ROI Methodology and Organizational Leadership. Gain Key Leadership Skills – 100% Online
A master certificate from Villanova University is an achievement that demonstrates your commitment to mastering key skills and illustrates your dedication to the pursuit of advanced knowledge. You’ll gain tools and techniques that can help you become recognized as a true leader within your organization.
Receive Cutting-Edge Training for Your Certification Today’s most in-demand certifications require thorough, current preparation. Whether you choose to learn how to improve processes with a Master Certificate in Six Sigma or combat potential cyber-threats with a Master Certificate in IS Security, you can gain competitive advantages that stand up to the test.
Lead With Tools for Today’s Business
A master certificate from Villanova University can give you more than a competitive advantage. It offers a unique combination of benefits that can equip you to stay ahead:
• Invaluable preparation for industry-recognized certification exams
• Immediate application of new techniques
• Greater industry knowledge
• Career advancement potential
• Opportunity to achieve both personal and career goals
• The prestige of one of the nation’s top universities on your resume
“The combination of the streaming video and workbook was just what I needed to maintain focus. Being able to work on the assignments anytime, night or day, allowed me maximum flexibility with my schedule. This was my first online course, and it was such a satisfying experience, I will be doing more.”
William J. Conrad, Procurement and Contracting, Boeing TAKE THREE COURSES TO EARN
YOUR MASTER CERTIFICATE
You can earn your master certificate
with just three courses from your
discipline track. And you can do it
100% online – without interrupting
your busy schedule. It is a great way
to stay current on industry trends and
technology, while you gain professional
expertise and fine tune your skill sets.
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Many companies provide tuition
assistance to help employees
expand their skills and advance
their education. Financial assistance
programs may also be available. Please
contact your HR department for more
information.
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Project Management
One of the world’s most in-demand skill sets and one of the fastest growing professional disciplines in North America, Project Management breaks down the chaos of an overwhelming workload into manageable elements. Villanova’s online Project Management program enables professionals to gain the latest tools and tactics to lead improvement initiatives that can boost return on investment, increase sales, improve customer satisfaction and retention, decrease time to market, enhance employee motivation and more. Courses include Essentials of Project Management, Project Management for IS/IT Professionals, Mastering Project Management, PMP® Exam Prep, PM Capstone, Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices, Maximizing Team Effectiveness and Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness. Villanova’s project management courses are the first to include content and best practices from the latest Project Management Body of Knowledge
(PMBOK® Guide) Fifth Edition from the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Professionals who complete three courses earn a Master Certificate in either Applied Project Management or IS/IT Project Management and develop the skills to prepare for Project Management Professional (PMP®) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification from PMI®.
Contract Management
Villanova’s online Contract Management programs provide professionals with the skills to understand the procurement process, the legal basis for entering into contracts, the benefits and pitfalls of doing business with the government, and how to perform the administrative tasks necessary to report on taxpayers’ money. Courses include Essentials of Commercial Contract Management, Essentials of Government Contract Management, Mastering Business Skills, and Advanced Contract Management. Villanova’s online Contract Management program offers two tracks toward achieving a Master Certificate in either Commercial Contract Management or Government Contract Management. Earning a master certificate provides professionals with increased knowledge and skills to help earn certification from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA).
Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma is fast becoming required knowledge for anyone whose job responsibilities include streamlining productivity and improving performance. A focused and measurable management discipline, Six Sigma is structured to reduce product and service failure rates to near perfection. Villanova’s online courses help you understand how Lean Six Sigma strategies and tactics fit into a larger management system and how to apply these techniques to solve and prevent process problems.
Villanova’s comprehensive online Six Sigma programs include Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt – Healthcare, Six Sigma Green Belt – Financial Services, Six Sigma Green Belt – Information Technology, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. Professionals who complete three online Six Sigma courses earn a Master Certificate in Six Sigma, Six Sigma – Healthcare, Six Sigma – Financial Services, or Six Sigma – Information Technology. Earning a master certificate is an ideal way to obtain vital information to achieve industry-recognized certification from Villanova University. Information Systems (IS) Security
In today's world of computer crime, countries and companies strive to protect their assets, data and infrastructure. Both require trained Information Systems (IS) Security professionals to execute effective security measures. The IS Security online professional certificate program helps IT professionals, those who want to transition into the security part of the IT field, or who need to meet government requirements, become productive IS security managers and leaders. Villanova’s online Information Systems (IS) Security program offers three tracks: Master Certificate in IS Security, Information Security Management or Information Security Management - Government. Required courses and electives are detailed on page 10. Each online certificate program prepares students for the management demands of today’s IT security leader with valuable skills and certification potential. A master certificate provides professionals with increased knowledge and skills to help them earn a CISSP®, SSCP® or Security+™ certification from CompTIA®, all of which satisfy Department of Defense Directive 8570.1, or CAP®, which satisfies Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements. The government program conforms 100% to the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) National Standard 4011, which deals with intelligence activities, military command and control, and other critical issues affecting national security. Villanova's Contract Management courses are endorsed by the National Contract Management Association
PMI, PMBOK, PMP, CAPM and the PMI Registered
Education Provider logo are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.
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Now more than ever, it is essential to have an effective information system in place in order to ensure timely delivery of cost-effective products. This program helps professionals determine business requirements that drive IT-related projects, and helps organizations identify, analyze and design processes to improve overall corporate information flow. Ideal for anyone involved in analyzing and designing information, the master certificate program consists of three courses and also prepares students for the CBAP® and CCBA™ certification exams offered by IIBA®.
Software Testing
Software bugs cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars every year. Villanova’s software testing program helps IT professionals, or those who want to transition to the field, become highly productive and effective testing professionals, managers and leaders. Each course prepares students for today’s rigorous testing demands while providing techniques to help them earn industry-recognized certification from the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB®). Professor-led online streaming video and audio, chat rooms, interactive discussion and access to campus resources make this online program both convenient and comprehensive. IT Service Management/ITIL®
The ability to effectively manage data in today's ever-evolving business environment can make or break an organization. The key to sustained success: aligning IT services with the business' overall strategy. When the IT side of an organization can communicate effectively with its business counterpart, the very barriers and silos that diminish impact are removed. The master certificate program consists of two required courses and one elective designed to help students effectively manage IT systems, increase quality and leverage project management techniques. It also prepares students for EXIN's ITIL® Foundation exam.
Business Intelligence
Facing increased global competition, volatile economic conditions and unprecedented quantities of data, companies both big and small have begun turning to business intelligence. Through analysis and forecasting, business intelligence provides a 360-degree view of an organization’s standing, revealing insight on products, customers and employees while answering critical questions about monetary gains and losses. The master certificate program is comprised of three courses designed to strengthen strategic, tactical and operational decision-making skills. Upon completion of the courses, project and final exam, students also achieve Villanova's CPBI certification (Certified Professional in Business Intelligence). Human Resources
Managing employees is critical to an organization’s success. Professionals interested in human resources will have the opportunity to gain skills and insight with Villanova’s online human resources certificate program. In order to be more successful, HR managers and those new to the field need to understand critical areas such as strategic management, workforce planning, human resource development, organizational management, maximizing HR assets, compensation and benefits, and employee and labor relations. The program consists of two required courses and one elective, and assists in achieving certification from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)®.
ROI Methodology
Without proper measurement and evaluation, companies risk losing thousands of dollars. That’s why the ROI Institute™ and Villanova have developed the only comprehensive online master certificate program based on the Phillips ROI Methodology™, a step-by-step system for program evaluation that includes planning, data collection, data analysis and reporting. Earning an ROI master certificate and industry certification can lead to greater career mobility, higher salary potential and renewed personal satisfaction. It also shows employers a commitment to keeping professional skills current.
Leadership
Strengthen leadership and corporate development skills with Villanova’s online leadership certificate programs. These comprehensive courses offer professionals valuable techniques to help guide their company to success by staying one step ahead of the competition. Earning a Master Certificate in Organizational Leadership can help participants obtain critical skills needed to achieve personal and professional success, building upon their existing foundation of knowledge. The program is comprised of two required courses and one elective.
The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 7 CERTIFICATE PROGRAM TUITION
Project Management
Essentials of Project Management $2,295
Project Management for IS/IT Professionals $2,295
Mastering Project Management $2,295
Advanced Strategic Project Management Practices $2,095 Project Management Professional (PMP®) Exam Prep $1,895 PM Capstone $1,895
Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness $2,095
Maximizing Team Effectiveness $2,095
Master Certificates in IS/IT Project
Management** or Applied Project Management**
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Details
Advanced Master Certificates in IS/IT Project
Management** or Applied Project Management**
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Details
Special Package: Any three courses +
PMP® Exam Prep $6,795
Six Sigma
Six Sigma Green Belt $2,295
Six Sigma Green Belt – Healthcare $2,295
Six Sigma Green Belt – Financial Services $2,295
Six Sigma Green Belt – Information Technology $2,295 Lean Six Sigma $2,495
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt $4,095
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt $3,495
Master Certificate in Six Sigma** $7,395
Master Certificate in Six Sigma – Healthcare** $7,395 Master Certificate in Six Sigma – Financial
Services** $7,395
Master Certificate in Six Sigma – Information
Technology** $7,395
Advanced Master Certificate in Lean Six Sigma** $6,495 Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Exam*** $220
Lean Six Sigma Certification Exam*** $220
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Exam*** $370 Contract Management
Essentials of Commercial Contract Management $2,095 Essentials of Government Contract Management $2,095 Mastering Business Skills $2,295
Advanced Contract Management $2,495
Master Certificate in Commercial Contract
Management** $5,995
Master Certificate in Government Contract
Management** $5,995
Special Package: Four Contract Management
courses $7,195
Information Systems Security
Essentials of IS Security $2,095
Mastering IS Security+™ $2,495
Advanced Information Assurance and Security $3,095 Advanced Information Assurance and Security – Gov $3,095 Master Certificate in IS Security** $5,595
Master Certificate in Information Security
Management** $6,595
Master Certificate in Information Security
Management – Government** $6,595
Business Analysis
Essentials of Business Analysis $2,095
Mastering Business Analysis $2,495
Master Certificate in Business Analysis** $5,495
Software Testing
Essentials of Software Testing $2,095
ISTQB® Software Testing Capstone $1,695
Master Certificate Software Testing** $5,095
** See Course Matrix (Figure 2) for details.
*** Must complete corresponding course before taking certification exam. Prices subject to change without notice or obligation. Shipping charges for course materials are not included. The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 8 Human Resources
Human Resource Management $2,495
Mastering Organizational Effectiveness $2,095
Master Certificate in Human Resources** $5,495
IT Service Management/ITIL®
ITIL® Foundation $2,295
Master Certificate in IT Service Management** $5,495 Business Intelligence
Essentials of Business Intelligence $2,095
Mastering Data Management and Technology $2,295
Advanced Data Architecture and Intelligence $2,495 Master Certificate in Business Intelligence** $5,995 ROI Methodology
Essentials of ROI Methodology $2,095
Mastering ROI Methodology $2,295
Advanced ROI Methodology $2,495
Master Certificate in ROI Methodology** $5,995
Leadership
Strategic Organizational Leadership $2,095
Finance and Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager $2,295 Master Certificate in Organizational Leadership** $5,095
** See Master Certificates Course Matrix (Figure 2) for details. Military Discount
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R = Required Course
E = Elective
MASTER CERTIFICATES
Essentials of Project Management
Mastering Project Management
Advanced Strategic Project Management
PMP® Exam Prep
PM for IS/IT Professionals
Maximizing IS/IT Team Effectiveness
Maximizing Team Effectiveness
Project Management Capstone
Six Sigma Green Belt
Six Sigma Green Belt – Healthcare
Six Sigma Green Belt – Financial Services
Six Sigma Green Belt – Information Technology
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Lean Six Sigma
Essentials of Commercial Contract Management
Applied Project Management R E E R
IS/IT Project Management E E R R E
Six Sigma R* R R*
Six Sigma – Healthcare R R R*
Six Sigma – Financial Services R R R*
Six Sigma – Information Technology R R R*
Government Contract Management
Commercial Contract Management R
IS Security E E E
Information Security Management
Information Security Management – Gov
Business Analysis E E E
Software Testing E E E
IT Service Management R E E
Business Intelligence
Human Resource Management E E E E E E E E
ROI Methodology
Organizational Leadership E E E E E E E
ADVANCED MASTER CERTIFICATES
Applied Project Management R E R E E E E E
IS/IT Project Management R R E
Lean Six Sigma E E E E R E
Figure 2: Course Matrix
Take 3 Courses and Earn a Master Certificate or Advanced Master Professionals may choose from 21 comprehensive, multi-course master certificate or advanced master certificate programs. The Worldwide Leader in Professional Education – ONLINE! VillanovaU.com 800-***-**** 10 Essentials of Government Contract Management
Mastering Business Skills
Advanced Contract Management
Essentials of IS Security
Mastering IS Security+™
Advanced Information Assurance and Security
Advanced Information Assurance and Security – Gov
Essentials of Business Analysis
Mastering Business Analysis
Essentials of Software Testing
ITIL® Foundation
Essentials of Business Intelligence
Mastering Data Management and Technology
Advanced Data Architecture and Intelligence
ISTQB® Software Testing Capstone
Human Resource Management
Mastering Organizational Effectiveness
Strategic Organizational Leadership
Finance & Accounting for the Non-Financial Mgr
Essentials of ROI Methodology
Mastering ROI Methodology
Advanced ROI Methodology
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E E E E E
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R R E E E E
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E E E R R E E E
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