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Evolution in Education
There is a place for traditional approaches to education – it just isn't here. The curriculum at Colorado Technical University responds to new opportunities in the marketplace. We have instructors with actual work experience in the fields they teach, and over 100 Undergraduate and Graduate programs via our award-winning* Virtual Campus. Students can collaborate with people from all over the country through virtual study and discussion groups, or connect on campuses in multiple cities. At CTU, students have complete control because this isn't just another school. It's a new movement in education. Are you in?

Why Choose CTU?

• Enhance your experience with M.U.S.E., an award-winning** multi-media learning dashboard that allows students to choose their preferred learning method
• Learn from instructors, many of whom have work experience in the fields they teach so they're equipped to provide real world educations
• Network across the country through virtual groups that make learning richer and networks more powerful
• Immerse yourself in Associate, Bachelor's or Master's level curriculum online or on campus that reflects trends in the current marketplace
• Stand out from the competition by embracing new opportunities that can help position you for success in the career of your field of interest

Interested in Studying on Campus? CTU has campuses in 5 cities:
Colorado Springs, CO Denver, CO Pueblo, CO Sioux Falls, SD

Online education. Reinvented.

*CTU's Virtual Campus was named "Best of the Best" in the 2009 Computerworld Honors program in the Academia and Education category.
**M.U.S.E. received the Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities, formerly the Career College Association, "2010 Innovative Best Practice/New Program" Award.
Colorado Technical University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. (230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500. Chicago, Illinois. 60604-1411) www.ncahlc.org
Not all programs are available to residents of all states. CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary.

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 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.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Business Development

CTU BSBA program offers concentration in Business Development.

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program now offers a concentration in Business Development. The career-focused program is designed to help students gain an understanding of the success factors of individuals who excel at creating and maintaining businesses. Students will apply psychological research on consumer behavior, innovation, leadership and personality to the dynamics of entrepreneurship. 

What You Can Learn   
Successful completion of this program will have graduates understanding important aspects of being a successful entrepreneur. Graduates will be expected to:

• Describe the choice between becoming an entrepreneur vs. an employee.
• Relate how to manage the demands of a business vs. family/personal life in an entrepreneurial endeavor.
• Contrast the risks vs. benefits of becoming an entrepreneur.
• Identify the required human skills needed to start and run a business (building teams, communicating vision, market driven and leadership).
• Demonstrate how to use consumer behavior theories to leverage market opportunities and create new markets using social media and mass media.
• Explain the impact that personality behaviors (risk aversion, fear of failure, tenacity, opportunism, persistence) have on entrepreneurial success.

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 - 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.

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 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 - 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 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 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 - Organizational Behavior

CTU BSBA program offers concentration in Organizational Behavior.

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program now offers a concentration in Organizational Behavior. The career-focused program is designed for individuals aspiring to work in Human Resources, focusing on personnel issues and how to bring employees together to maximize organizational performance.

Coursework challenges students to gain an understanding of the complexities of the workplace and how human capital can be used to meet organizational goals and objectives.

What You Can Learn          

Successful completion of this program should prepare graduates for opportunities in a variety ofbusiness settings and industries and address workplace employee issues that impact organizational performance. Graduates will be expected to:

• Explain theories of organizational development.
• Examine personality dynamics in the workplace.
• Demonstrate how to manage, motivate, and lead groups of people to achieve organizational objectives.
• Explain how to motivate individuals and teams in a business environment.
• Formulate diversity issues and how they impact the organization.

What You Can Achieve

CTU's Virtual Campus is a 24/7 hub that makes it possible for education to be an active, engaging part of your everyday life. Interactive web technologies make the Virtual Campus possible. CTU makes it a highly personalized and satisfying student experience. Any time you want. Anywhere you are. Any way you choose.

By earning your BSBA with a concentration in Organizational Behavior, you can prepare for career opportunities in the field of human resources.

When You Can Start

Applications are being accepted now. Students interested in learning more about this program are encouraged to contact us today.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411) www.ncahlc.org.

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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.

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 Project Management

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Project Management (BSPM) degree program integrates business foundation courses with the theory and practice of project management in order to help develop skilled project managers.

CTU is a Project Management Institute Recognized Education Provider and all of our project management courses and programs carry this indication of quality. Our career-focused curriculum covers in detail the process and knowledge areas defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). CTU is 1 of 3 universities offering six or more GAC accredited degree programs.

What You Can Learn

Successful completion of this program can have students equipped with industry-relevant knowledge and skills relevant to the needs and expectations of today's employers, including knowing how to:

• Create and implement a proactive risk management and quality plan, assess potential and actual risks and develop contingency plans.
• Construct and implement an approach for using contracting and procurement activities to fulfill project goals.
• Align project tasks into a project schedule, determine task time, order of precedence and resources required.
• Analyze project scope and identify project key tasks and stakeholders; manage scope changes.
• Organize and staff a project office with appropriate structure, personnel and processes.
• Align project goals with the corporate strategic planning process.
• Participate as a collaborative solution finder in a team environment.
• and many other industry-current skills.

Where You Can Study

Colorado Technical University is a multi-campus institution of higher learning that has been educating motivated students since 1965. The Bachelor of Science in Project Management is offered at CTU’s locations in Colorado Springs, Denver North, Denver South and Sioux Falls as well as a program available onthe school’s award-winning Virtual Campus.*

Enroll now for classes. Students interested in learning more about this program are encouraged to contact us today.

*CTU’s Virtual Campus was named “Best of the Best” in the 2009 Computerworld Honors program in the Academia and Education category.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411) www.ncahlc.org.

Colorado Technical Universitycannot guarantee employment or salary.  Not all programs are available to residents of all states.  Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at www.coloradotech.edu/disclosures.

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 - 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.

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 Healthcare Management

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management is now being offered through the school’s award-winning Virtual Campus.* The curriculum is structured to help students prepare to work in various types of healthcare business environments by building relevant skills in finance, community relations and human resource management.

The goal of the CTU program is to offer instruction in the business and administrative areas of the healthcare industry, including patient access, revenue cycle management, project management and the economics of healthcare. Fundamentals of marketing and HR management are also discussed.

What You Can Learn

Successful completion of the BS in Healthcare Management will have students equipped with the appropriate general education, didactic theory and hands-on skills necessary for careers within healthcare, including how to:

• Develop business management skills that support the growth of the organization.
• Contribute to bottom-line financial profitability in the healthcare area.
• Identify, analyze and participate in problem solving within the healthcare organization.
• Assure the privacy, ethics and challenges of securing confidential health information.
• Provide leadership with technical competence, communication skills and knowledge related to the legal aspects of managing a healthcare business.

What You Can Do

• INTERACT with CTU’s multimedia learning dashboard that lets you watch, download, read and practice what you learn.
• CONNECT to the working world with instructors, many of whom have experience in the fields they teach.
• NETWORK across a whole nation, not just a single classroom.
• PROPEL your career goals with a degree in the field of Health Sciences.

Applications are now being accepted. Students interested in learning more about this program are encouraged to contact us today.

*CTU’s Virtual Campus was named “Best of the Best” in the 2009 Computerworld Honors program in the Academia and Education category.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management - Health Informatics

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BSHCM) degree program now offers a concentration in Health Informatics. The industry-relevant curriculum is designed to provide students with a background in healthcare management and an understanding of how information technology is used within the healthcare environment.

Emphasis will be placed on business intelligence and data analytics to assist decision makers with the tools necessary to help make informed decisions and highlighting useful information for stakeholders.

What You Can Learn

Successful completion of this program can equip students with general education, didactic theory and hands-on skills and prepare them:

• to learn about the business and administrative side of the healthcare industry, including, patient access, revenue cycle management, project management, economics of healthcare and fundamentals of marketing and human resource management
• to be a productive member of the healthcare team in the current changing healthcare industry
• for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Awareness examination
• for a master level program in healthcare management
• to analyze and present data in useful ways to decision makers
• to learn about being a liaison between healthcare managers and IT

Where You Can Study

Colorado Technical University is a multi-campus institution of higher learning that has been educating motivated students since 1965. The BSHCM with a concentration in Health Informatics is offered at CTU’s locations in Colorado Springs, Denver North, Denver South, Pueblo and Sioux Falls as well as a program on the school’s award-winning Virtual Campus.*

Enroll now for classes. Students interested in learning more about this program are encouraged to contact us today.

*CTU’s Virtual Campus was named “Best of the Best” in the 2009 Computerworld Honors program in the Academia and Education category.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411) www.ncahlc.org.

Colorado Technical Universitycannot guarantee employment or salary.  Not all programs are available to residents of all states.  Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at www.coloradotech.edu/disclosures.

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 Psychology

Colorado Technical University’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology is now being offered through the school’s award-winning Virtual Campus.* The goal of the CTU program is to provide an overview of the major psychological concepts, perspectives and skills that explain human behavior.

Colorado Technical University cannot guarantee employment or salary. Not all programs are available to residents of all states.

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.

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 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.

• 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 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.

Bachelor of Science in Technology Management

Colorado Tech Online is pleased to announce the addition of a Bachelor of Science in Technology Management, available to students with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a technology related field from a two-year college with which Colorado Technical University has an articulation agreement covering this specific degree opportunity.

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

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

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

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

Doctor of Computer Science

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

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

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

Doctor of Computer Science - Digital Systems Security

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

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

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

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.

Doctor of Computer Science - Emerging Media

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

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

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

CTU does not 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.

Doctor of Computer Science - Enterprise Information Systems

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

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

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

Doctor of Computer Science - Information Assurance

Colorado Technical University’s Doctor of Computer Science with a concentration in Information Assurance (DCS-IA) is a degree program designed to develop leaders in managing enterprise information systems with an emphasis on information assurance. The three-year program is structured to provide students with the industry-current knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a diverse range of leadership opportunities that require the capacity to analyze the computer and information needs of an organization from an operational and strategic perspective.

What You Can Learn            

The CTU DCS-IA program is a three-year program designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and applications capabilities necessary in the field of information assurance. Core coursework includes the study of enterprise security architecture, foundations of digital systems security, enterprise tools, concepts, databases and many other topics relevant to the industry.

Elective courses in the DCS-IA program include:

• Business intelligence
• Networking and security
• Applications Security     
• Communications Security and Countermeasures  
• Strategy, Alignment, Portfolio Management
• Enterprise Management Concepts
• Managing, Planning, and Integrating EIS
• Enterprise Architecture Technology
• IT Service Management