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Founded in 1965, Colorado Technical University is the university of choice for today’s motivated professional, offering over 100 Undergraduate and Graduate programs and concentrations in fields of Business & Management, Computer Science & Engineering, Criminal Justice & Legal Studies, Health Sciences, and Information Systems & Technology. CTU’s award-winning* Virtual Campus offers you the freedom and flexibility to access your classes and study anytime, anywhere.

Why Choose CTU?

• Regionally accredited institution of higher learning
• Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online in as little as 17 months*
• Choose from over 30 leadership-focused Master’s and 8 executive-format Doctoral degree programs
• Professional Learning Model™ balances theory with real-world application through scenario-based learning approach.
• Project Management Institute (PMI®) Recognized Education Provider

On Campus. Online. Anywhere. Anytime.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges. Additional information is available at 312-263-0456 or www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.

*The 17-month Bachelor's degree assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent. Program length varies by program.

**CTU’s Virtual Campus was recognized as “Best of the Best” in the Education and Academia category of the 2009 Computerworld Honors Program. CTU does not guarantee employment or salary.

Associate of Science in Accounting

Overview
Professional education in accounting can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility in accounting-related fields. Accounting processes are found in every business and industry, including government, education, health care, not-for-profit, and military organizations. Entry-level accountants are key players in the financial information arena of all organizations. They provide much of the information used by these organizations to make decisions that will help them attain their goals. Beyond the fundamental tasks of the occupation-preparing, analyzing and verifying financial documents in order to provide information to clients-many accountants now are required to possess a wide range of knowledge and skills.

The ASACC degree program is designed to equip students with a variety of basic accounting skills that are useful in entry-level accounting positions. Students can develop a base of practical, real-world skills from instructors who are accounting professionals. Building on a foundation of communication, interpersonal and math skills, they can learn all aspects of the accounting cycle, including analyzing and interpreting various financial statements. Courses in business and managerial accounting give students the tools for making basic decisions in organizations.

ASACC Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASACC degree program should be able to:
     • Describe the various forms of businesses and the environment
       in which businesses operate.
     • Apply professional communication skills.
     • Develop personal financial goals and a personal budget.
     • Explain the basic accounting concepts.
     • Discuss the roles of managers and leaders in organizations.
     • Describe the accounting concepts underlying the financial 
       reporting model.
     • Prepare financial statements for various business needs.
     • Use the tools of economics for decision making for the firm 
       operating in the market economy.

Associate of Science in Business Administration

Overview
Today's fast-paced business world demands strong leadership and management skills together with technical competence, communication skills and the ability to contribute to bottom-line profitability. Professional education in business administration can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility at all levels of management in our society. Business managers formulate the policies and direct the operations of corporations, nonprofit institutions and government agencies. Business administration is found in every business and industry, including government, education, health care, not-for-profit and military organizations.

The Associate of Science in Business Administration (ASBA) degree program emphasizes a strong base of business fundamentals including critical thinking and decision-making skills. Students can learn practical, real-world applications from instructors with extensive business experience. The degree program is designed to provide both a broad liberal arts background and a strong professional education. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies in areas including English, math, social science and technology, students can learn presentation techniques, technology applications and research basics. The ASBA degree program satisfies the course requirements for the first two years of the Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program.

ASBA Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASBA degree program should be able to:
     • Describe the various forms of businesses and the environment
        in which businesses operate.
     • Apply professional communication skills.
     • Develop personal financial goals and a personal budget.
     • Explain the basic accounting concepts.
     • Discuss the roles of managers and leaders in organizations.

Associate of Science in General Studies

At Stonecliffe College Online, an academic division of Colorado Technical University, we take a real-world approach to higher education that acknowledges your past accomplishments, present situation and future goals. That's why we offer an Associate of Science (AS) degree in General Studies. This degree program is designed to provide the foundation for future career opportunities while giving you a solid general education background and the flexibility to explore other areas of interest.

The AS in General Studies is an excellent option for students who have already earned some college credits or have military experience that may be transferred into this program, and who wish ultimately to pursue a bachelor's degree. The AS in General Studies will fulfill the associate-level requirements for most bachelor's completion programs, and the curriculum is designed to seamlessly transition into many of Colorado Tech Online's career-focused Bachelor's degree completion programs, including the:

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in:
     • Finance
     • Health Care Management
     • Human Resource Management
     • International Business
     • Management
     • Marketing
     • Project Management

CTU Academic Certificate Included in This Degree Program
Students can earn a CTU Academic Certificate in Professional Communication as they work towards the completion of the AS in General Studies. This résumé-enhancing credential is built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost.

Professional Communication
Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present many types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to teach students to develop critical problem-solving skills in accounting and management. They will also enhance their skills in communication, decision-making, mathematics and lifelong learning. The program also focuses on how to work within the guidelines of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and professional ethical codes.

Topics covered in this Bachelor's degree program include the principles of corporate accounting, taxation, governmental and not-for-profit accounting and auditing. The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting also includes five résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates students will earn incrementally throughout the program. *Students can complete this degree in as little as 17 months.

Students completing this degree program will be able to apply the knowledge and skills of accounting, management, business mathematics and the liberal arts to identify, formulate, resolve and communicate relevant accounting issues. Successful graduates will be equipped to pursue such careers as: Budget Analyst, General Accountant, Internal Auditor, Cash Management Officer, Loan Officer, Tax Auditor and many other in-demand positions.

*The Bachelor's degree is a 2+2 program and assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent. Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college experience can complete this program in about 2 ½ years.

Bachelor of Science in 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.

Students interested in learning more about Colorado Tech Online's Bachelor of Science in Financial Forensics are encouraged to contact us today.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm (visited April 19, 2010).

Bachelor of Science in Financial Planning

Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of an industry-current Bachelor of Science degree program in Financial Planning. 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 and develop awareness of the ethical and professional considerations in personal financial planning as they pertain to financial services professionals.

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. This industry-current program also gives students the opportunity to earn three résumé-enhancing CTU Academic Certificates: Basics of Accounting and Finance, Income Tax and Financial Planning.

Bachelor of Science in 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.

*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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - 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

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Human Resource Management

The CTU 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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - 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, organizational leaders must have the skills to extend their businesses across national and international borders.

Some of the courses in the program include: International Business Communications, Management in International Business, Marketing Concepts in International Business, and Trade in International Business. You will earn multiple Professional Certificates on your way to graduation - without added courses or additional tuition costs.

The BSBA degree program with a concentration in International Business includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - 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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing

The CTU 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 to qualified individuals. 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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Project Management

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Project Management focuses on the management of time-limited operations in terms of four constraints: time, cost, resources and specification. During this 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). CTU Online is 1 of only 17 universities worldwide offering programs accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center – and 1 of only 2 with an accredited undergraduate program. *This degree can be completed in as little as 17 months.

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: 

1. Basics of Accounting and Finance
2. Business Fundamentals
3. Business in the Global Environment
4. Management Essentials
5. Organizational Systems Improvement
6. Project Planning
7. Project Specialist Management

*The 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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Property Management

Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of an industry-current BSBA degree program with a concentration in Property Management.

When owners of apartments, office buildings, or retail or industrial properties lack the time or expertise needed for the day-to-day management of their real estate investments or homeowner associations, they often hire a property or real estate manager or a community association manager.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of property, real estate, and community association managers is projected to increase by 15 percent during the 2006–16 decade, faster than the average for all occupations.* 

In response to this growing need for knowledgeable, skilled professionals with a college degree in business administration and an interest in pursuing a future in property management, this program focuses on teaching students how to:

• Maintain satisfactory tenant relations and other managerial techniques for the real estate professional.
• Review and address the fundamentals of commercial real estate investment.
• Develop a comprehensive operational, marketing and cash flow plan.
• Address the fundamentals of commercial real estate investment, understanding market influences, contracts and property portfolio management.
• Justify and fund capital projects.
• And many more career-related skills.

This BSBA degree program features courses including: Property Manager Responsibilities, Facility and Property Management Technologies, Capital Planning and Asset management and many other career-related topics. Coursework is structured to emphasize communication skills, develop facility leadership and understand finance in the facility and property management environment.

Courses will be taught by instructors with applicable, market-relevant experience in the field of property management. 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, including residential and commercial property managers and facilities managers.

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

• Basics of Accounting
• Business Fundamentals
• Human Resource Development
• Management Essentials
• Organizational Systems Improvement
• Project 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 BSBA with a concentration in Property 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/ocos022.htm (visited March 13, 2009).

Master of Science in Management

CTU's career-focused Master's degree program is designed for students interested in gaining an understanding of the analytical and integrative tools used to perform in-depth analyses of industries, firms, and competitors. Students may also tailor their course of study to address specific job responsibilities, organizational needs or career goals. The industry-current program challenges students to learn how to:

• Lead and direct technical initiatives and operations.
• Analyze and develop strategies for improving business processes and operations.
• Integrate technology and operational processes into the organization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their impact across the organization.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to evaluate emerging technologies.
• Work effectively as problem-solving team member.
• Conduct, use, and evaluate professional applied research.
• and many more career-related skills.

The MSM program architecture consists of research methods, leadership, managerial decision-making and operations management integrated with a solid practical research foundation. Courses will be taught by instructors with relevant career experience in their field of expertise. Students can benefit from their instructors' perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, pursue and compete for a diverse range of management positions.

Master of Science in Management - Information Technology Management

Get your Master's degree in just 15 months at Colorado Tech Online. Students enrolled in this program can gain an understanding of computer architecture, networking and telecommunication, database management, business and financial management strategies and more.

The program is designed to cover key areas included in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), which serves as the fundamental knowledge base for project management developed by the Project Management Institute.

This degree program has been accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center (PMI-GAC). CTU Online is 1 of only 17 universities worldwide offering programs accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center – and 1 of only 2 with an accredited undergraduate program.

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 four CTU Academic Certificates as you work toward completing your degree:

1. Database Management
2. Telecommunications and Networking
3. Systems Analysis and Integration
4. Project Management

Master of Science in Management - Business Management

Successful organizations operate in an environment that applies a broad range of solutions in support of today's most innovative and relevant business practices. To become effective managers, business experts need applicable management knowledge. People possessing this combination of disciplines have the potential to transform organizations and accelerate their own potential for career success.

The CTU Online Master of Science in Management, with a concentration in Business Management, is a specialized online degree program designed to provide immediate management applications, along with the knowledge and understanding of the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve various business problems.

This online degree program can equip students with an understanding of the fundamental issues related to technology's role today and in the future. Students can develop both technical expertise and business savvy and can even learn to create new technology-based business paradigms to achieve organizational goals.

Master of Science in Management - Organization Leadership and Change

The CTU Online Master of Science in Management, with a concentration in Organizational Leadership and Change, is designed for those who wish to broaden and expand on their experience in organizational leadership and change management, either as line managers or change consultants, as well as those making a transition into the profession.

The curriculum is designed to help business leaders seeking to improve organizational effectiveness, enhance decision making, advance leadership skills and develop analysis and research expertise.  In addition to the core requirements, this specialization includes concentration courses focusing on organizational leadership theory, research, strategy, and methodology. These courses include:

• Organizational Behavior
• Introduction to Organizational Leadership and Change Management
• Strategic Management
• Foundations of Organizational Design
• Organizational Analysis and Strategies
• Leadership and Organizational Power

Master of Science in Management - Project Management

Get your Master's degree in just 15 months!

Students can develop both technical expertise and business savvy and can even learn to create new technology-based business paradigms to achieve organizational goals.

The Project Management Institute -registered project management component of this degree provides a solid base of knowledge to address today's most pressing management challenges using industry-recognized models and techniques.

This degree program has been accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center (PMI-GAC). CTU Online is 1 of only 17 universities worldwide offering programs accredited by the Project Management Institute's Global Accreditation Center – and 1 of only 2 with an accredited undergraduate program.

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 three CTU Academic Certificates as you work toward completing your degree:

1. Project Management
2. IT/Business Transformation
3. Business Management

Executive Master of Business Administration

In order to remain successful in today's competitive marketplace, businesses need versatile managers who have superior leadership skills and top-notch decision-making abilities. Colorado Tech Online's Executive MBA program offers an excellent way to establish a broad foundation of relevant knowledge to succeed in today's leading companies and organizations. Completing this comprehensive degree will provide ambitious individuals with the skills to excel in an array of management positions.

The Colorado Tech Online Executive MBA is a specialized online degree program designed to deliver immediate management applications along with the knowledge and understanding of the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve various business problems. Our courses are taught by highly respected professors with advanced degrees and experience in the fields they teach.

Students will learn the essential and functional aspects of business and cultivate the skills necessary to thrive in managerial positions. This curriculum is designed to benefit professionals at a variety of levels. The emphasis is on real-world skills and knowledge that managers need to succeed in today's business world. It's structured to give students important management tools and basic concepts that can be built upon and applied to a variety of career fields.

Unlike most other Executive MBA programs, it also incorporates information technology management and project management competencies. Colorado Tech Online features the project management coursework as a registered provider of The Project Management Institute (PMI®), which is recognized as the global leader in the development of standards and practices for the project management profession.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The CTU MBA program is designed to provide each student with a breadth of skills ranging from accounting to project management. The program revolves around managerial skills required in planning, organizing and controlling work in organizations, and focuses on directing, coaching and motivating people for effective performance. The industry-current curriculum can help students learn how to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of effective, ethical leadership strategies and skills.
• Conduct professional applied research.
• Demonstrate competence in the chosen field.
• Communicate information effectively.
• Work effectively as problem-solving team members.
• Understand the implications of the Internet on today's business.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of business administration, including the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve business problems.
• Show a mastery of mathematics, statistics, accounting, finance and economics to a sufficient degree to apply quantitative reasoning and analysis to business and management problems.
• and many more career-related skills.

The MBA program features coursework that challenges students to understand various management theories, essential management functions and their interrelationships and the global environment of today's business. Courses will be taught by instructors with relevant career experience in their field of expertise. Students can benefit from their instructors' perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, pursue and compete for a diverse range of executive positions.

Master of Business Administration - Accounting

Changing financial laws and regulations, coupled with an increased scrutiny of corporate finances, are expected to generate growth in the job market for accountants and auditors who have an industry-current knowledge and real-world understanding of the issues facing today's businesses.

The Colorado Tech Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Accounting is designed to help prepare students with the knowledge and credentials they can use to pursue a broad range of positions within the accounting field, including: Controllers, Budget Managers, CFOs, Directors of Finance, Cost Analysts, or Staff Accountants. Students also earn two Professional Certificates as they work towards the completion of the MBA in Accounting. These résumé-enhancing certificates are built into the degree program without any additional courses or costs.

This accelerated MBA program can be completed in 15 months.

Master of Business Administration - Environmental and Social Sustainability

With an increasing emphasis on innovation and environmental and social responsibility, business executives of forward-thinking organizations are becoming increasingly motivated by the effective implementation of sustainable business practices.

In addition to the foundations of sustainable business, the CTU Online MBA in Environmental and Social Sustainability program provides students with the knowledge they will need to apply the principles of the Triple Bottom Line (People, Planet, Profit) to modern industry. Course content is geared towards teaching students how to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of sustainable business and how it can be operationalized in an organization.
• Evaluate organizational effectiveness using a triple bottom line approach.
• Use entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial skills to work within an organization to bring about innovation and growth.
• Ethically employ leadership skills, including effective judgment and decision-making.
• and many more career-related skills.
 
This MBA program features courses including: Foundations of Sustainable Business,
Implementing the Triple Bottom Line, and Sustainable Operations. Coursework is structured to provide students an understanding of the functional areas of business: accounting, finance, economics, marketing, and strategic management.

Courses will be taught by instructors who are passionate about helping to build a better world. Students can benefit from their insightful perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of executive positions at organizations that emphasize environmental and social sustainability.

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

• Business Administration
• Environmental and Social Sustainability

These credentials are built into the curriculum without requiring additional courses or tuition costs. Students interested in learning more about Colorado Tech Online's MBA with a concentration in Environmental and Social Sustainability are encouraged to contact us today.

Master of Business Administration - Finance

According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, a steady increase in the need for qualified finance professionals is expected as the economy continues to grow. Candidates with expertise in accounting and finance, and particularly those with a Master's degree, should enjoy the greatest prospects for achieving their desired level of career success.

Colorado Tech Online's real-world MBA with a concentration in Finance can help students learn how to analyze financial information in order to make decisions that can enhance the prospects for successful business initiatives. This program is designed to help prepare students with the knowledge and credentials they can use to pursue such positions as CFO, Financial Manager, Director of Finance, Corporate Finance Associate and many others. Students earn one Professional Certificate as they work towards the completion of the MBA with a concentration in Finance. This résumé-enhancing certificate is built into the degree program without any additional courses or costs.

This accelerated MBA program can be completed in 15 months.

Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management

Leaders in health care management use business skills to address challenges unique to the health care field. Colorado Tech Online's Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Health Care Management helps students develop the skills they need to coordinate the most effective use of resources while working within the constraints of legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines. This concentration covers a range of skills relevant to the health care environment, including management concepts and processes, resource allocation, risk assessment, and financing.

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as Health and Social Service Managers, Patient Accounts Supervisors, Home Health Care Managers, Health & Safety Managers, Health Information Managers, Health Services Managers, and Mental Health Center Directors.

Students can earn their MBA in Health Care Management in 15 months. Plus, they will earn one Professional Certificates along the way without additional course or tuition costs.

Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management

The Colorado Tech Online MBA with a concentration in Human Resource Management has been created to address the growing need for qualified, skilled HR professionals who have strong interpersonal skills and corporate operational expertise.

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to integrate HR functions into an organization's strategic plan. Topics of study include long-range planning approaches, developing leadership vision, downsizing strategies, international labor relations and conflict resolution.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment opportunities for HR professionals are expected to remain robust through 2012. This career-focused degree program provides the groundwork for motivated individuals to climb to the peak of rewarding executive HR careers. It is designed to prepare students wishing to pursue careers as Employee Relations Specialists, Benefits Administrators, HR Supervisors, Recruiters and many other interesting positions.

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

    Applied Managerial Decision Making
    Applied Accounting for Decision Making
    Applied Economics for Decision Making
    Applied Finance for Decision Making
    Strategic Human Resource Management
    Managing Organizational Development and Change
    Current Legal Issues in Human Resource Management
    Organizational Behavior
    Informational Technology in Business Management
    Applied Managerial Marketing

Master of Business Administration - Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The Master of Business Administration with concentration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a professional degree intended for those who aspire to increasing levels of responsibility in business and industry. An MBA-LSCM is an investment in your future as it is designed to provide you with a breadth of skills ranging from accounting to project management, from managerial skills required in planning, organizing, and controlling work in organizations to directing, coaching, and motivating people for effective performance. In addition, leaders in information technology management need the skills to make effective decisions to gain competitive advantage.

As business aspire to operate in the global marketplace, the leaders in the Logistics and Supply Chain field need the skills to make effective decisions to gain competitive advantage. The Logistics and Supply Chain capstone helps the students to develop a portfolio that management skills in transportation, distribution, procurement, and production systems with emphasis on organizational skills in the major areas of business.

CTU Academic Certificates
Students earn two high-demand certificates as they work toward completion of their MBA degree with a concentration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Attaining these resume-building certificates can help the students to be prepared to excel in their career without adding classes or increasing tuition.

Business Administration
Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Master of Business Administration - Operations Management

The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Operations Management (MBA-OM) degree program is designed to prepare students to lead organizations in the planning, development, operation, and management of business systems. The program combines the technical aspects of operating systems with the practical aspects of contemporary business environment. The curriculum blends skills, such as project management, analysis of operations strategy and effective service operations with organizational skills in the major areas of business management.

As business aspire to operate in the global marketplace, the leaders in the business operations field need the skills to make effective decisions to gain competitive advantage. The Operations Management Capstone helps the students to develop a portfolio that management skills in distribution, procurement, and production systems with emphasis on organizational skills in the major areas of business.

CTU Academic Certificates
Students earn two high-demand certificates as they work toward completion of their MBA degree with a concentration in Operations Management. Attaining these resume-building certificates can help the students to be prepared to excel in their career without adding classes or increasing tuition.

Business Administration
Operations Management

Master of Business Administration - Marketing

Colorado Tech Online's Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Marketing is designed to instill students with an industry-current understanding of the functional aspects of business and to help them cultivate the visionary abilities that innovation requires.

Courses are taught by instructors who have professional experience in the exciting and ever-expanding field of marketing. Students will have opportunities to absorb first-hand knowledge and meaningful perspectives that they can apply to their own professional objectives and strategies.

The emphasis of this program is on preparing students to develop and use skills in marketing research methodologies, e-marketing and customer relationship management. Students will also learn how to adapt marketing strategies to international and global levels. This is a career-focused MBA program designed to help students learn real-world skills like developing marketing plans and creating surveys.

The focus of the program is to help prepare students to pursue career opportunities in Brand Management, Commercial Marketing, Business Development, Marketing Communications (IMC), Marketing Program Management and many other in-demand fields.

Master of Business Administration - Mediation and Dispute Resolution

Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce a career-focused concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program.

The MBA with a concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution (MDR) is offered by Colorado Technical University in affiliation with the Institute for Advanced Dispute Resolution (IADR). Developed with the direction of leaders in the management industry, the program emphasizes the application of mediation process skills in the workplace and reflects the balance needed for developing excellent mediation skills to provide and apply high-quality conflict resolution procedures. This program includes two integrative and interactive capstone courses:

• MDR Capstone I- The primary focus in this course is to devise a strategic plan to analyze and categorize the material elements in dispute.
• MDR Capstone II- In this course, students will be challenged to apply the analysis strategy and decision-matrix from Capstone I to a simulated dispute.

In the modern business world, specialists involved in dispute resolution must be highly knowledgeable and experienced and often report to the director of industrial relations. The MBA with a concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution is a comprehensive program of study designed to build a generalist foundation that emphasizes the application of mediation process skills in the workplace. The program is designed to help graduates prepare to pursue such careers as Arbitrators, Legal Consultants, Labor Relations Managers, Conflict Management Specialists, Integration Managers and many others.

As with other Colorado Tech Online degree programs, students can earn a résumé-enhancing Professional Certificate with no additional courses or costs. The MBA with a concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution includes a Professional Certificate in Business Administration.

Enrolled students will be required to earn Advanced Practitioner of Mediation (APM) certification through IADR Global before enrolling in the Capstone I course. Those who have previously earned APM certification will receive 12 credits towards the completion of this career-focused program. For convenience, APM certification courses can also be taken on the Colorado Tech Online Virtual Campus.

Master of Business Administration - Technology Management

Colorado Tech Online's MBA degree program with a concentration in Technology Management is designed to help prepare students to assist and lead organizations in the planning, development, operation and management of information technology systems. The program combines the technical aspects of information systems with the practical aspects of contemporary business. The curriculum blends information technology skills-such as database management, networking and telecommunications systems-with organizational skills in the major areas of business.

This real-world MBA degree program features courses in Applied Managerial Accounting; Project Management Processes in Organizations; Project Planning, Execution, and Closure; Information Technology Management; Relational Database Management Systems; Telecommunications and Networking; and Technology Management Capstone.

Students can learn to use information technology to make decisions and achieve a competitive advantage in business. The can also receive an introduction to the design and development of relational databases as well as a grounding in the foundations of networking architectures.

Successful graduates of this program should acquire the industry-current knowledge and skills to pursue a diverse range of career opportunities, including Client Technology Manager, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Manager, IT Management Administrator and many others.

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

Overview
The fast-paced expansion of all areas of the criminal justice system is creating a demand for skilled workers as never before in local, state and federal systems. Today's criminal justice system workforce must be knowledgeable and skilled in every component of the system to address the public's demand for protection and services.

The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (ASCJ) program is designed to prepare students to enter the criminal justice profession in a variety of first-tier positions. Students will be exposed to the foundational areas of the discipline: investigation and law enforcement, law and courts, and corrections and parole. The program also addresses juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system.

The ASCJ satisfies the requirements for the first two years of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. A degree in criminal justice is also one of the best foundations available for law school.

ASCJ Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASCJ degree program should be able to:

• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for entry-level positions in the profession.
• Demonstrate foundational knowledge of criminal investigation and law enforcement.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of criminal law and the legal process.
• Demonstrate knowledge of corrections, its alternatives, and parole.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program from CTU Online 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 in Criminal Justice is a unique program in that it offers students a component of forensic study not usually available at the undergraduate level. Additionally, while the government is one of the largest employers in this field, a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice degree can prepare students for positions in industries such as law enforcement, corrections, homeland security and more.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Human Services

In response to this growing need for skilled human services professionals in the criminal justice industry, the Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Human Services degree program focuses on teaching students how to demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills, resolve complex problems independently and ethically and demonstrate knowledge of the psychological and sociological dimensions of human behavior and crime.

You can also learn to 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 as well as examine and integrate the emerging trends in the criminal justice system.

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. 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, and Chemical Dependency Counseling.

Master of Science in Management - Criminal Justice

Colorado Tech Online's Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree program with a concentration in Criminal Justice is designed to help meet the emerging administrative and leadership needs of the criminal justice system. The MSM in Criminal Justice was developed with the direction of leaders in the criminal justice industry and reflects the balance needed for developing excellent administrative skills along with the information base necessary to enhance responsible policy-making. This real-world MSM degree program features course content covering homeland security, law enforcement management, leadership, public administration and numerous other career-focused topics.

Students will be challenged to demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of criminal justice and will examine how court rulings, public opinion, research finding and legislative actions have influenced justice-related policies. The program focuses on identifying innovative approaches for developing rational, fiscally responsible policy choices and applying management and leadership theories to the challenges faced by modern public safety agencies.

Successful graduates of this program will have acquired the industry-current knowledge and skills to pursue a diverse range of career opportunities, including Crime Analyst, Drug and Alcohol Program Manager, Child Protection Investigator, Deputy Sheriff, Court Services Agent and many others.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Health Care Management

The field of health care is expanding and adapting to respond to changes in the demographics and needs of its constituents. As health care evolves, effective management is becoming even more essential. Colorado Tech Online's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Health Care Management helps students develop the business, management, financial, and even human resource skills needed to succeed in the industry.

Just as in Colorado Tech Online's other Bachelor's degree programs, students can earn their BSBA in Health Care Management in as little as 17 months.* Plus, they will earn six Professional Certificates along the way without additional course or tuition costs.

*The Bachelor's degree is a 2+2 program and assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN Degree Completion)

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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Information Technology

The CTU 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.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Network Management

The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program features a concentration in Network Management. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, students can learn to install, configure and support internal and/or external networks. They will be challenged to learn how to troubleshoot networks to determine the root causes of problems, and they will be taught to analyze the business and technical requirements for a network infrastructure and design a network infrastructure that meets those requirements.

The BSIT in Network Management can help prepare students to pursue such positions as Network Administrator, Server-side Programmer, Network Control Technician, Help Desk Technician, and many others.

The BSIT degree program with a concentration in Network Management includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Security

Students enrolled in the Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program in Security can learn to explain security principles, concepts, and techniques and will be challenged to develop, implement and analyze disaster recovery plans.

This BSIT with a concentration in Security is designed to help prepare students to take advantage of an increase in the demand for qualified IT professionals with industry-current skills and knowledge. Graduates can to pursue such positions as Disaster Recovery Analyst, IS Security Manager, Network Security Engineer, Contingency Planning Analyst, and many others.

The BSIT degree program with a concentration in Security includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Application Programming

The CTU Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Software Application Programming was designed to help solve business problems using Information Technology. 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.

The curriculum 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. 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.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Systems Engineering

The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program features a concentration in Software Systems Engineering. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, students can learn 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.

This BSIT degree program with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering is designed to help prepare students to pursue such positions as Software Engineer, Computer Programmer, Applications Engineer, Software Architect, Web Software Developer, and many others.

The BSIT degree program with a concentration in Software Systems Engineering includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Web Development

Colorado Technical University's online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) with a concentration in Web Development is designed to develop critical skills in business and web design and development.

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 Web Development 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.

Master of Science in Enterprise Information Systems

Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Enterprise Information Systems (MS-EIS) degree program is designed to prepare professionals motivated by opportunities to take a leadership role in finding technical solutions for organizational problems that will be functional for all components of the enterprise.

This Master of Science degree program features courses including: Enterprise Systems Architecture, Project Management Process in Organizations, Database Systems, Applied Managerial Decision Making and many others. Coursework is focused on teaching students how to:

• Plan, implement and use technology within a broad business and real world perspective.
• Demonstrate the ability to critically analyze and solve technical issues as they relate to the enterprise.
• Demonstrate the ability to design, implement and manage technology solutions to achieve enterprise goals.
• Exercise strong interpersonal and team communication skills.
• Demonstrate the skills necessary to perform all actions within an ethical framework.
• and many more career-related skills.

Courses are taught by instructors with professional experience in the area of enterprise information systems. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue in-demand positions like Data Security Administrator, Enterprise Systems Architect, Database Engineer, Chief Technology Officer and many other engineering and IT management positions in a variety of industries.

Master of Science in Computer Science - Computer Systems Security

Colorado Technical University's online Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Computer Systems Security is geared towards motivated students and professionals seeking to enhance their credentials and advance in the vital, dynamic field of computer systems security.

Businesses and organizations throughout the world are constantly experiencing cyber-attacks or security-related incidents on their computer systems and networks that can significantly affect the organization and result in a substantial loss of revenue. To address these threats, both private and government organizations are investing considerable funds in computer security specialists to implement security measures and make their organizations safe.

Core curriculum is focused on providing students and IT professionals with an understanding of operating systems and networking, a knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process, as well as a foundation in playing the vital role of maintaining computer systems security.

Master of Science in Computer Science - Database Systems

Colorado Technical University's online Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Database Systems is geared towards motivated students and professionals seeking to enhance their credentials and advance in the vital, dynamic field of database management.

Successful organizations recognize the importance of high-performance database management systems. The effective operation of these data resources offers strategic advantages in the competitive marketplace. Specialized skills are required to design, configure, and manage these data warehouses. The database systems concentration can provide the skills necessary to effectively analyze, design, implement and optimize complex data repositories. Students learn to transform data into powerful information systems for business. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, these skills are increasingly important to organizations and “employment of database administrators is expected to grow by 20 percent from 2008 to 2018” at the national level.

Core curriculum is focused on providing students and IT professionals with an understanding of operating systems and networking, a knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process, as well as a foundation in playing the vital role of managing modern databases.

Master of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering

Colorado Technical University's online Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering is geared towards motivated students and professionals seeking to enhance their credentials and advance in the vital, dynamic field of software engineering.

The explosive impact of computers and information technology on our everyday lives has generated a need to design and develop new computer software systems and to incorporate new technologies in a rapidly growing range of applications. The tasks performed by software engineers evolve quickly, reflecting new areas of specialization or changes in technology, as well as the preferences and practices of employers. Successful organizations recognize the need for software engineers that can apply the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing and evaluation of the software and systems that enable computers to perform their many applications.

Core curriculum is focused on providing students and IT professionals with an understanding of operating systems and networking, a knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process, as well as a foundation in playing a vital role in software development.

Master of Science in Management - Information Systems Security

Maintaining secure systems and guarding company information are considered critical in today's business environments. Most companies, especially those in banking, defense and e-commerce, are making systems security a top priority. There is a tremendous need for skilled professionals who can plan and implement security measures as well as develop and manage security policies related to organizations' IT systems.

The CTU Online Master's (MSM) in Information Systems Security online degree program prepares technical leaders in systems security management, including methods to combat threats to corporate technical resources.

This program provides a strong foundation for you to advance your technical skills in order to plan, manage, certify and accredit a security plan for your organization. The Project Management Institute (PMI®) - registered project management component provides a solid base of knowledge to address today's most pressing management challenges.

Master of Science in Systems Engineering

Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE) degree program is designed to prepare computer science professionals motivated by opportunities to gain a competitive edge and pursue increasing levels of responsibility in their careers.

This Master of Science degree program features courses including: System Dynamics, Modeling and Simulation; Quantitative Analysis for Systems; Applied Managerial Decision-Making and many others. Coursework is focused on teaching students how to:

• Select and apply modern SE tools, including operations research, system modeling/simulation/test methods, synthesis techniques, process control and system integration tools.
• Define the role and scope of SE and its interface with the related areas of project management, operations, logistics, performance, test, manufacturing, training and support, reliability/maintainability, quality assurance and disposal.
• Select and apply appropriate industry/government standards, models, metrics and documentation standards incorporated in SE practice.
• Apply oral and written communications skills essential to the SE process.
• and many more career-related skills.

Courses are taught by instructors with professional experience in the area of systems engineering. Students can benefit from their relevant perspectives and professional insights as they acquire the knowledge and and skills necessary to pursue positions like Engineering Project Manager, Systems Analyst, Systems Design Engineer and many others.

Doctor of Computer Science

The Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) program at Colorado Technical University's Institute for Advanced Studies is the terminal degree for computer science professionals, consultants and academics. The program encourages students to think and act strategically and helps them gain the ability to predict future trends, communicate technical material to non-technical decision makers, and make positive contributions in their area of technical expertise.

This three-year program allows students to conduct research that advances the field of computer science, develop a software process improvement plan for an organization, and evaluate new and emerging security systems.

The Doctor of Computer Science is taught in an executive format, combining online instruction with intensive residential sessions, each lasting four days at the CTU Colorado Springs campus.

Doctor of Computer Science - Enterprise Information Systems

The Doctor of Computer Science with a concentration in Enterprise Information Systems at Colorado Technical University's Institute for Advanced Studies is designed to develop people into leaders in designing, implementing and managing large-scale systems in their chosen professional area. Each year of this three-year program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a successful career in their chosen field.

The key objectives of the degree program are to help students become familiar with the body of knowledge regarding enterprise information systems as well as models such as CMMI and the Baldridge Process; effectively communicate technical material to non-technical decision makers; and manage the IT implementation process, testing and user training.

The DCS-EIS degree program is taught in an executive format, combining online instruction with intensive residential sessions, each lasting four days at the CTU Colorado Springs campus.

Doctor of Computer Science - Emerging Media

Emerging Media is a multidisciplinary area that integrates content, communication, collaboration and creativity into strategies for effective business, entertainment, education and research use. The DCS in Emerging Media is offered through the CTU Institute for Advanced Studies to professionals interested in examining how social networks, new media, web science and virtual worlds will shape the future by bringing people, information and technology together.

This 3-year Doctoral program focuses on the strategies and tactics needed to use Web technologies for the development of virtual communities, social networks, grassroots broadcasting, games and simulations, Web 2.0 tools, virtual economies and to manage security risks, such as information accountability and web privacy strategies. It includes twelve 5-credit instructional courses, taken one per quarter for three years, plus a research and writing class taken each quarter. Each class is taken online. Twice each year, students attend an intensive residential symposium lasting four and a half days.

The curriculum examines how increasingly popular virtual communities can be woven into successful business strategies. Students will be challenged to investigate the strategic, social and financial implications of emerging media. They will also be required to communicate their research results and prepare them for publication.

Doctor of Computer Science - Digital Systems Security

The DCS in Digital Systems Security is offered through CTU's Institute for Advanced Studies to develop leaders in the implementation, evaluation and analysis of digital systems in which security is a primary component.

This 3-year Doctoral program is designed to help provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue career opportunities in Digital Systems Security. The program includes twelve 5-credit instructional courses, taken one per quarter for three years, in addition to one research and writing class taken each quarter. Each class is taken online. Twice each year, students attend an intensive residential symposium lasting four and a half days.

Coursework is focused on teaching students how to demonstrate expertise within a sub-discipline of Digital Systems Security by summarizing the state of the art, selecting an important problem, conducting research addressing the problem and extending current knowledge with the results. Students are challenged to make well-founded forecasts about future challenges and developments in Digital Systems Security. They are also required to communicate their research results and prepare them for publication. Students have the option to complete a dissertation or four publishable papers as part of the DCS degree.

Doctor of Management - Emerging Media

Do you want to change the world? The Doctor of Management with a concentration in Emerging Media (DM-EM), offered through CTU's Institute for Advanced Studies, is a multidisciplinary program designed to encourage your professional development in management through mentoring, action research, and practical projects, enabling you to make key leadership contributions in this incredibly fast-moving field. Now is the perfect time to become an expert and help shape the future of emerging media.

Moving from research to content specialization to the ability to manage change, you'll develop a leadership style that allows you to critically evaluate, analyze, and solve problems within emerging media. The program includes twelve 5-credit instructional courses, taken one per quarter for three years, plus a research-and-writing class taken each quarter. Courses are taught using Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model™ in an executive format in which each course combines an active online component with an intensive residential session held twice a year and lasting four days. Many newly formed as well as traditional career tracks can benefit from this degree.

Associate of Science in Health Information Technology

CTU’s new Associate of Science in Health Information Technology (AHIT) program focuses on helping students learn technical skills used in the healthcare field – with a strong emphasis on healthcare data because today’s healthcare systems require the highest level of care when handling confidential patient information.

In this program, you can learn technical skills used in the healthcare field – with a strong emphasis on healthcare data – allowing you to broaden your potential opportunities in:

• Hospitals
• Physicians’ offices
• Clinics
• Insurance companies

In addition, the AHIT program can prepare you to continue on for CTU’s Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration degree.

After graduation, you can look for opportunities in areas such as:

• Quality improvement
• Coding and reimbursement (billing)
• Information access/disclosure
• Insurance verification
• Electronic health records
• Disease registration

CTU’s educational and technology programs can keep you current with new developments in the rapidly changing healthcare field – enhancing your learning experience and professional opportunities.

The AHIT program is in Candidacy Status, pending review for programmatic accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), an independent accrediting organization whose mission is to serve the public interest by establishing and enforcing quality accreditation standards for Health Informatics and Information Management educational programs.  Although CTU cannot make any guarantee that the AHIT program will become accredited by CAHIIM, if it does receive programmatic accreditation, graduates who were enrolled in the program during CTU’s candidacy for CAHIIM accreditation should be eligible to take the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam (CTU does not guarantee third-party certifications).

Associate of Science in Health Administration Services

CTU’s new Associate of Science in Health Administration Services (AHAS) will give you the opportunity to learn a wide range of skills used on the administrative side of the healthcare industry. The program is designed to help you become familiar with the healthcare delivery system, and develop essential supervision and interpersonal skills. Ultimately, you will have the opportunity to develop a well-rounded understanding of:
• Healthcare administration
• Healthcare finance
• Healthcare records
• Human resources
• Reimbursement systems
• Regulatory, ethical, and legal issues affecting healthcare organizations

When you graduate, you can look for opportunities in health administration areas such as:
• Medical claims
• Patient financial representation
• Patient access
• Telecommunications
• Medical records
• Release of information
• Reimbursement (billing)

CTU’s educational and technology programs can keep you current with new developments in the rapidly changing healthcare field – enhancing your learning experience and professional opportunities.  Our health science technology was developed by QuadraMed®, a leading provider of award-winning technologies and services widely used in hospitals and medical facilities, which is used to enhance your learning experience and professional opportunities.

The AS in Health Administration Services program can prepare you to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam (CTU does not guarantee third-party certification). In addition, the program can prepare you to continue into CTU’s Bachelor of Science degree in Health Services Administration.