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Villanova University is the worldwide leader in professional education 100% online. Through a variety of dynamic, online professional education programs, Villanova provides the surest, fastest way to gain valuable expertise and essential skills in these high-demand disciplines:
Experience Flexible Online Technology With the Academic Excellence of On-Campus Learning
All of Villanova’s dynamic online certificate programs provide unmatched benefits, including:
Accreditation
Villanova and its programs are accredited through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, AACSB International, and the Computing Sciences Accreditation Board. Villanova is a member in good standing of the National Association for College Admission Counseling.
Academic Excellence
These programs have earned a reputation for excellence, making Villanova University the worldwide leader in professional education online, as honored by:
• U.S. News & World Report has named Villanova the #1 University in the North (Master’s Division) for more than a decade.
• BusinessWeek has ranked the undergraduate business school #12 in the nation.
Putting Careers on the Fast Track to Success!
The 100% online master certificate programs from Villanova University are designed for professionals who want to distinguish themselves and validate their expertise. Villanova’s online certificate programs provide valuable skills and knowledge in a number of high-demand professional disciplines, including:
Project Management — For professionals managing projects, the IS/IT Project Management and Applied Project Management master certificate programs are ideal. Students will master the latest Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide – Fourth Edition) to prepare for PMP® or CAPM® certification.
Six Sigma & Lean — Participants can choose from Villanova’s Six Sigma & Lean program, as well as specializations in healthcare, financial services or information technology. In addition, this dynamic program prepares students for industry-recognized Green Belt, Lean Sensei, Lean Black Belt or Lean Master Black Belt certifications, the only Six Sigma certifications offered completely online.
Contract Management — Whether students choose commercial or government contract management, both master certificate programs are carefully aligned with the National Contract Management Association (NCMASM) Contract Management Body of Knowledge to prepare students for the CFCM, CCCM and CPCM certification exams.
IS Security — Villanova’s IS Security master certificate programs address topics critical to achieving success in today's information security-conscious environment. These programs also prepare students for certification from the CompTIA® and (ISC2)®.
Business Analysis — The Master Certificate in Business Analysis helps professionals develop in-demand skills to identify, analyze and design processes to improve the overall flow of information and to determine the business requirements that drive IT projects. This comprehensive program also offers students a convenient way to prepare for the CBAP™ certification exam offered by the IIBA™.
Software Testing — IT professionals can attain the latest solutions every software testing professional needs to increase quality and decrease costs due to software errors by earning their Master Certificate in Software Testing. In addition, this online program prepares students for the Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification exam offered by the ISTQB®.
Human Resource Management — The Master Certificate in Human Resource Management offers essential HR skills to lead company-wide improvement initiatives. This program also prepares students for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) certification exams.
ROI Methodology — The Master Certificate in ROI Methodology provides a step-by-step system that measures the ROI in programs, processes and initiatives. Participants learn the secrets of justifying human capital and other resources in budgets. This online certificate program also prepares students for ROI Institute certification as a certified ROI Professional (CRP).
Leadership — Focusing on proven leadership strategies, the Master Certificate in Organizational Leadership program teaches proven strategies including fiscal responsibility, employee communication and leadership principles.
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