University of Opportunity
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
Associate of Science in General Studies
Colorado Technical University's Associate of Science in General Studies (ASGS) program is designed to provide a targeted educational experience that prepares students to develop the specific critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical decision-making and communication skills that can be valuable for employment in career fields such as sales, information technology and military and government service.
Graduates from the ASGS program can also attain the educational competencies needed to advance in their careers or to use as a solid foundation for continuing their education. The program fulfills the associate-level requirements for most CTU bachelor's degree completion programs, many of which have an industry-focused emphasis in many of today's most interesting fields.
What You Can Learn:
In addition to preparatory and general education courses, ASGS students take core courses and electives that allow them to discover their interest in areas like:
* Accounting
* Criminal Justice
* Finance
* Healthcare Management
* Human Resource Management
* International Business
* Management
* Marketing
* Marketing Management
* Project Management
Coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas relevant to the development of professional knowledge and skills and the high degree of professionalism expected from today's workers in many industries.
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, Colorado Technical University's ASGS program is taught by an experienced team of educators who bring an impressive range professional experience into their classrooms. Their firsthand knowledge and perspectives offer students the opportunity to learn from individuals willing to share their understanding of the qualities and skills sought in professionals seeking opportunities in many of today's most competitive areas of employment.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
*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.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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 glary.rowing 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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
* Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Finance
The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Finance is designed to help students become familiar with current approaches to financial planning and analysis, money and capital markets, investments and securities and financial markets and institutions.
This industry-current degree program is designed for career-minded students interested in the fields of financial management, corporate finance and financial analysis. Coursework has been designed to challenge them to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to:
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Understand the role of capital markets in investment opportunities.
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Examine the financial performance of a firm based on its financial statements.
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Discuss the ethical ramifications of a firm's financial disclosure.
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Apply appropriate concepts and principles of finance, accounting, and statistics to make effective decisions.
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Demonstrate knowledge of the basic functional areas of management.
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Demonstrate the critical skills necessary to solve business problems.
In addition to the general education requirements, the Bachelor of Science in Finance includes courses taught by instructors who have relevant career experience in financial management, corporate finance and financial analysis. Their firsthand knowledge and perspectives offer students the opportunity to learn from professionals willing to share their understanding of risk management, derivatives, financial modeling and forecasting and many other topics relevant to the modern finance industry.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Management
In today's complex business environments, working professionals are increasingly called upon to perform key management functions. Whether in small office settings or in large corporate environments, a broad range of supervisory and management positions can be pursued by those with the right qualifications.
The CTU BSM program is designed to help motivated business professionals understand basic functional areas of management and the critical skills necessary to solve business problems. The curriculum is structured to provide students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to build leadership skills and prepare for future opportunities.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
Master of Science in Information Technology – Security Management
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a specialization in Security Management is designed for students with a desire to develop professional skills in the main functional area of security management.Protecting the assets and information of an organization's vital enterprise computing infrastructure continues to be an area of large and growing concern. This concern gains greater momentum in the face of mobile and cloud computing.
What You Will Study:
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of security management. Course content has been designed to help students develop the ability to architect, plan, design, implement, monitor and manage suitable computer security systems for such an enterprise. For example:
· In Operating System Security, students focus on the development of a security policy and the basic elements that provide identification and authentication, access control and security auditing. Both the UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems are studied.
· In Security Management, students study a variety of issues relating to the management of information systems security, including the development of policies, standards and procedures, risk analysis methodologies, contingency planning and disaster recovery.
Other specialization courses in the MSIT/Security Management program include:
· Digital Forensics
· Data and Applications Security
· Security Management
In addition to the core and specialization courses, students in this program select 4 credit hours from advanced level business, computer science or information technology courses. Successful completion of the MSIT program with a specialization in Security Management will provide students with an applicable foundation of business-related knowledge and skills.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
Master of Science in Management - Project Management
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
Master of Science in Management - Enterprise Information Systems
The goal of Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Management degree program with a concentration in Enterprise Information Systems is to offer a curriculum that starts by establishing core knowledge of project management. Concentration courses focus on the building of knowledge and skills related to the different elements that go into the making of an enterprise system and how those elements inter-relate. Coursework will challenge them to:
- Plan projects effectively and successfully, taking into consideration the quadruple constraints of time, cost, resources and specifications.
- Determine and calculate project risks according to classical risk analysis.
- Plan and manage contractual purchasing issues, including procurement and supply, outsourcing and just-in-time.
- Evaluate and present project objectives, requirements, scope and budgeting effectively to upper management.
- 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.
In addition to the general education requirements, the MSM with a concentration in Enterprise Information Systems includes courses taught by instructors who have relevant career experience integrating and managing organizations' information and technology tools. Their firsthand knowledge and perspectives offer students the opportunity to learn from professionals willing to share their understanding of this emerging area of today's demanding IT industry.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Homeland Security encompasses a broad range of disciplines that play vital roles in the protection of our nation. Developed with guidance provided by the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security, this program is designed to help students acquire an in-depth understanding of emergency management, technology, communications, intelligence, critical infrastructure, terrorism and other knowledge needed in a wide range of government and private organizations. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates can be prepared to apply the fundamentals of homeland security and emergency management to create plans, analyze risk and propose solutions.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree program is designed for professionals seeking new opportunities in law enforcement, corrections and the court systems. The curriculum serves as preparation for students interested in pursuing roles throughout the criminal justice industry. This program is structured specifically to develop the knowledge base and skills essential to those who strive to pursue opportunities in policy development, planning and decision-making in the criminal justice system. The MSCJ reflects the information base necessary to enhance responsible policy-making.
What You Can Learn
Coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the field of criminal justice. Successful completion of the MSCJ program will give students an applicable foundation of industry-related knowledge and skills, including how to:
- Discuss trends in the development of public policies in relation to criminal justice.
- Apply policy analysis techniques to current issues facing criminal justice and juvenile justice.
- Use research results to enhance problem solving and decision-making.
- Explore proactive strategies that reflect responsible organizational values, ethics and diversity.
- Examine how court rulings, public opinion, research findings and legislative actions have influenced justice-related policies.
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's MSCJ program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of criminal justice professionals who bring a range of experience into their classrooms. Their firsthand knowledge and perspectives offer students the opportunity to learn from individuals willing to share their understanding of the qualities and skills sought in today's competitive marketplace.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Network Management
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are of critical importance to employers in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
The BSIT core curriculum provides a solid foundation across the major areas within IT. You will then be given the opportunity to acquire a deep knowledge in network management by taking 16 specialization courses specifically designed to equip you with valuable subject-area expertise.
The specialization in Network Management examines the identification and explanation of technical issues involved with network security and explores the fundamentals of wireless networking protocols, their security issues and threats.
What You Will Study
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of network management. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Courses include:
* UNIX Systems Programming
* Advanced Database Systems
* Principles of Network Security
* Introduction to IT & Networking
* Network Infrastructure Administration
* Implementing and Managing a Network Infrastructure
* Network Infrastructure Design
* IT Capstone I&II
* E-Business
* Project Risk Management
* Project Performance and Quality Assurance
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring an impressive range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Security
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are of critical importance to employers in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
The BSIT core curriculum provides a solid foundation across the major areas within IT. You will then be given the opportunity to acquire a deep knowledge in security by taking 16 specialization courses specifically designed to equip you with valuable subject-area expertise.
The specialization in Security explores general methodologies used to assess and manage risks to information security and examines the activities involved in the process of information security risk management for a business organization.
What You Will Study
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of network security. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Courses include:
* Principles of Network Security
* Security Risk Management
* Vulnerability Assessment and Management
* Software Assurance
* Database Security
* Computer Forensics I
* Advanced Research in IAS and IT Management
* Security Capstone
* Network Infrastructure Administration
* Security Management
* Security Architecture
* Disaster Recovery
* Project Performance and Quality Assurance
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring an impressive range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Application Programming
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are of critical importance to employers in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
The BSIT core curriculum provides a solid foundation across the major areas within IT. You will then be given the opportunity to acquire a deep knowledge in software application programming by taking 16 specialization courses specifically designed to equip you with valuable subject-area expertise.
The specialization in Software Application Programming challenges students to explore and practice elicitation techniques, define functional and non-functional requirements, write use-case scenarios, explore user interface alternatives, learn how to analyze and model requirements and develop a requirements traceability matrix that spans the software development lifecycle.
What You Will Study
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of software application programming. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Other specialization courses in the BSIT/Software Application Programming program include:
* User Interface Design
* Software Requirements Engineering
* Software Design
* Software Testing
* Object Oriented Methods
* Java Programming I & II
* Advanced Java Programming
* Software Processes
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in CTU's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring an impressive range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Software Systems Engineering
CTU's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are of critical importance to employers in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
The BSIT core curriculum provides a solid foundation across the major areas within IT. You will then be given the opportunity to acquire a deep knowledge in software systems engineering by taking 16 specialization courses specifically designed to equip you with valuable subject-area expertise.
The specialization in Software Systems Engineering challenges students to explore and practice elicitation techniques, define functional and non-functional requirements, write use-case scenarios, explore user interface alternatives, learn how to analyze and model requirements and develop a requirements traceability matrix that spans the software development lifecycle.
What You Will Study
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of software systems engineering. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Courses include:
* Data Structures
* Object Oriented Methods
* Software Requirements Engineering
* Software Design
* Introduction to Java Programming I & II
* Project Risk Management
* Project Performance and Quality Assurance
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring an impressive range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Web Development
CTU's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are of critical importance to employers in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
The BSIT core curriculum provides a solid foundation across the major areas within IT. You will then be given the opportunity to acquire a deep knowledge in web development by taking 16 specialization courses specifically designed to equip you with valuable subject-area expertise.
The specialization in Web Development examines many design principles specifically aimed at enhancing the presentation and usability of an industrial strength web site, including the usage and placement of various Multimedia elements on a Web site using software such as Dreamweaver and other industry standard programs.
What You Will Study
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of web development. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Courses include:
* Web User Interface Design
* Computer Illustration I
* Digital Imaging
* Senior Design Project
* Introduction to e-Business
* Digital Media and Intellectual Property
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in CTU's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring an impressive range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
Master of Science in Information Technology – Network Management
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a specialization in Network Management is designed for students with a desire to develop professional skills in the main functional area of network management. This program focuses on preparing competent and ethical professionals who are skilled in analyzing the needs of an enterprise-wide organization, designing the equipment and technologies required, and planning the implementation of the resulting infrastructure.
What You Will Study:
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of network management. Course content has been designed to help students investigate new changes in technologies, such as cloud computing, virtual servers, wireless protocols, satellites and the Internet. For example:
- In Network Security, students conduct an in-depth analysis of privacy, integrity, availability and non-repudiation within a network environment.
- In Network Administration, students study user management, backup management and high-reliability configuration system security while addressing network issues such as addressing and routing and Windows-UNIX interoperability.
Other specialization courses in the MSIT/Network Management program include:
- Enterprise Network Architecture
- IT Governance and Risk Management
- Virtual Systems
In addition to the core and specialization courses, students in this program select 4 credit hours from advanced level business, computer science or information technology courses. Successful completion of the MSIT program with a specialization in Network Management will provide students with an applicable foundation of business-related knowledge and skills.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
Master of Science in Information Technology - Data Management Technology
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a specialization in Data Management Technology is designed for students with a desire to develop professional skills in the main functional area of data management and related data management technologies. Organizations need skilled professionals who can manage high-performance database systems, design and implement data repositories for multiple formats and develop policies and procedures to protect and preserve the data.
What You Will Study:
Specialization coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the area of data management technology. Course content has been designed to help students identify, evaluate and integrate innovative data management technologies to ensure the organization's competitiveness. For example:
- In Data Warehouse, students conduct an in-depth study of data warehouses and data marts by exploring specific techniques for conceptual, logical and physical design of data warehouses.
- In Database Systems, students use real-life case studies to investigate concepts such as the design process, database objects, object hierarchy, data types, normalization of data, keys, indexes and referential integrity.
Other specialization courses in the MSIT/Data Management Technology program include:
- Data and Applications Security
- Business Intelligence Systems & Methods
- Advanced Research & Study in Data Management
In addition to the core and specialization courses, students in this program select 4 credit hours from advanced level business, computer science or information technology courses. Successful completion of the MSIT program with a specialization in Data Management Technology will provide students with an applicable foundation of business-related knowledge and skills.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
Master of Science in Information Technology
Colorado Technical University's Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) degree program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in areas of IT that are of critical importance in today's increasingly specialized marketplace. The program also challenges students to embrace the latest IT technologies in the interest of serving an enterprise's customers securely and efficiently.
What You Will Study:
Core coursework in this program focuses on providing students with an in-depth understanding of both the ever growing challenges that enterprises are facing and the critical information technologies that they can choose and apply to effectively manage those challenges in a dynamic environment. For example:
- In Networking and Telecommunications, students can learn the foundations of networking architectures to include LAN and point-to-point topologies, TCP/IP and communications protocols.
- In Project Management Processes in Organizations, students examine the history and development of project management as a discipline, integrating project management into various organizational systems, strategic planning, competitive technology, joint ventures and human resources.
- In Computer Systems Security Foundations, students review the history of security and computer systems security in particular to develop a set of models to guide the approach to realizing computer systems security.
Other core courses in the MSIT program include:
- Strategic Management in Dynamic Organizations
- Enterprise Systems Architecture
- Enterprise Data Management
The CTU Master of Science in Information Technology degree program is designed to provide technical depth in the issues and concerns for enterprise level solutions.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*Masters degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months. Program length may vary.
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.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Colorado Technical University has re-designed its professionally focused Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamental areas of IT that are important in an increasingly specialized marketplace.
Coursework in this program focuses on a number of substantive areas applicable to the field of information technology, including enterprise networking, telecommunications and new software development. Course content has been designed to help students develop relevant IT problem-solving skills by focusing on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
What You Can Learn
- Successful completion of the BSIT program will give students an applicable foundation of industry-related knowledge and skills, including how to:
- Differentiate between current computer networks, protocols and the role of network management software in organizations.
- Categorize the fundamentals of computer system security requirements.
- Distinguish between the principles, concepts and fundamentals of operating systems.
- Apply database concepts and capabilities through the creation, organization and maintenance of modern database systems.
- Differentiate and categorize the legal, ethical and social issues of information technology.
- Solve complex problems through the ability to program in at least one high level programming language.
- Implement the goals, processes and techniques of software engineering through the development of a software application supported by a project plan.
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's BSIT program were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of IT professionals who bring a range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Data Management
Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program now offers a specialization in Data Management. The program allows students to obtain a deeper understanding for applying data management concepts and analytical tools to support the decision-making processes used for mission critical functions such as accounting, management, marketing, operations and the enterprise in general.
What You Can Learn
Successful completion of the BSIT degree program with a specialization in Data Management can enable students to develop relevant knowledge in data management by examining important areas including business intelligence, data warehousing, data mining, analytics, visualization, master databases and data quality assurance.
In addition to gaining practical experience while acquiring a solid, comprehensive understanding of data management, students will create a portfolio of projects they can use to demonstrate their knowledge and skills, including how to:
- Differentiate between current computer networks, protocols and the role of network management software in organizations.
- Categorize the fundamentals of computer system security requirements.
- Differentiate between current computer networks, protocols and the role of network management software in organizations.
- Distinguish between the principles, concepts and fundamentals of operating systems.
In addition to a quality curriculum based on industry standards, courses in Colorado Technical University's BSIT degree program with a specialization in Data Management were developed and are taught by a faculty comprised of experienced IT professionals who bring a range of experience into their classrooms.
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Organizational Behavior
Colorado Technical University is accepting applications for a professionally focused Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program with a concentration in Organizational Behavior. The curriculum is designed to help students understand how to apply knowledge of the major concepts, theories, research findings and key thought leaders in the field of psychology to the real world behavior of individuals and groups in the workplace.
What You Can Learn
In this degree program, students will be given the opportunity to acquire the critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical frameworks, communication and leadership skills which needed in today’s marketplace..
Concentration Courses Include:
· Orientation to the Organizational Behavior Profession
· Consulting Skills
· Creating Change in Individuals and Organizations
· Adult Learning: Corporate Training and Development
· Developing Human Resources
· Advanced OD Skills: Organization Interventions
· Capstone in Organizational Behavior
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Consumer Behavior
Colorado Technical University is accepting applications for a professionally focused Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program with a concentration in Consumer Behavior. The specialized curriculum is designed to help students understand how to interpret consumer behavior and its application to business, education, sales, services, public affairs, marketing and advertising.
The fields of psychology, marketing, advertising, economics, anthropology and sociology help identify the many factors that influence consumers. In this psychology degree program, students will be given the opportunity to develop a set of skills useful to practitioners in this field. You will be exposed to quantitative and qualitative approaches to the study of consumers and be challenged to apply that knowledge to better understanding consumer behaviors.
Concentration Courses Include:
- Orientation to the Consumer Behavior Profession
- Marketing Management, Strategy and Research
- Sales and Advertising
- The Economics of Consumer Behavior
- Consumer Behavior: The Individual
- Consumer Behavior: Groups and Society
- Capstone in Consumer Behavior
CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. Admissions staff will advise prospective students of any specific limitations for their states.
*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.
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