Business and Management

Overview

Business and Management
Certificates for Today's Professionals

It’s your time.

Whether you’re seeking a promotion or career change, our industry-recognized certificates are designed to give you a competitive advantage in your career.

Why choose our certificate programs?

  • Finish a certificate quickly and affordably
  • Enjoy flexible classes tailored to working adults
  • Learn from industry experts who understand workforce needs
  • Build your personal network in our cohorts
  • Receive a digital badge and grade equivalent if needed

Why complete a certificate?

  • Higher earning potential
  • Career advancement
  • Greater job security and satisfaction
  • Validate your skills
  • Personal satisfaction and sense of accomplishment

Looking for something more specific? Check out our custom training options for employers. 

Business Analyst Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento7 months

Business Analyst
Certificate Program

Overview

The role of a business analyst is to provide professional expertise to help the organization work smarter to achieve its mission.

This program provides a modern tool set that integrates the best from proven methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, Agile, Theory of Constraints as well as traditional Systems Development Lifecycle. By applying theory to realistic scenarios, analysts can develop their communication, problem solving and implementation skills to translate business possibilities into realities.

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Facts at a Glance
Business Analyst Program

Duration: 7 months
Total Cost: $2,688
Course Listing

Courses and Schedules
Business Analyst

PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19, all cohorts will be delivered online through Zoom in a synchronous (real-time) format. We do not have confirmed schedules but plan to begin fall cohorts the week after Labor Day. We will update our website with more information once we have confirmed the dates. Please email Laura Vu to be added to our interest list and receive updates as they are available.

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Contract Management Certificate Program

Certificate Online4 months

Contract Management
Certificate Program

Overview

The Contract Management certificate program is fully online, and presents both a theoretical and practical problem solving approach to contract management. Learn about a contract manager’s responsibilities prior to contract award, the communication process in the contract management network, post-award surveillance tools, contract modifications, correcting contractual problems and processing terminations, cancellations, and claims.

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Facts at a Glance
Contract Management Program

Duration: 4 months
Total Cost: $1,596
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Courses and Schedules
Contract Management

This certificate program consists of four courses designed to be taken in the order listed.

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Human Resource Management Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento7 months

Human Resource Management
Certificate Program

Overview

Successful Human Resource Management (HRM) professionals enjoy working with others, are detail-oriented, and understand the intricacies of personnel issues. They orchestrate a multitude of activities to meet organizational and personnel goals. Our HRM certificate program is for professionals who want to keep current on human resource issues in today’s business world.

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HR Management Program

Duration: 7 months
Total Cost: $2,798
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Courses and Schedules
Human Resource Management

PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19, all cohorts will be delivered online through Zoom in a synchronous (real-time) format. We do not have confirmed schedules but plan to begin fall cohorts the week after Labor Day. We will update our website with more information once we have confirmed the dates. Please email Laura Vu to be added to our interest list and receive updates as they are available.

The first 15 people who registers into the upcoming cohort receives to the textbook. Anyone who registers after the 15th person, will have to purchase/rent their own.

Human Resource Management, 15th Edition
Robert L. Mathis/John H. Jackson/Sean Valentine/Patricia Meglich
ISBN: 978-1-305-50070-9
https://www.cengage.com/c/human-resource-management-15e-mathis/

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Instructional Design for eLearning

Certificate Sacramento6 months

Instructional Design for eLearning
Certificate Program

Coming soon!

Overview

Our Instructional Design for eLearning certificate program is designed to help meet the Sacramento Region’s growing demand for instructional designers as more content moves online. This program will help you build and refine one of the most valued skill sets in the talent development field. Through hands-on curriculum taught by subject matter experts with real world experience, you will receive the tools needed to design and implement engaging eLearning experiences.

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Tips & Tools for Instructional Designers
Frugal eLearning Developer Series

Article 1–Graphics on A Budget
–Keithia Kirkaldy
Instructional Designer
CCE Instructional Design for eLearning Certificate Program Instructor

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Facts at a Glance
IDEL Program

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Duration: 6 months
Total Cost: $3,255
Career Outlook: 29th Best Job in the United States
Annual Median Pay: $64,900
10 Year Job Growth: 8%
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What does it take to be an instructional designer?
The top nine skills needed for eLearning

What does it take to be an instructional designer?

Watch this short video to learn about what skills are need for a successful career in instructional design.

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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento4 months

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Certificate Program

Overview

Are you looking for ways to streamline business processes? Would you like to save money and time for both your company and your clients? See how Lean Six Sigma might help.

The Lean Six Sigma certificate program focuses on continuous improvement and reduction of waste to improve overall customer value. Lean and Six Sigma are powerful tools used in manufacturing, engineering, IT and service organizations. These proven methods, trusted by well-known leaders such as General Electric and Motorola, Inc., are valued in today’s economy.

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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program

Duration: 4 months
Total Cost: $3,280
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Courses and Schedules
Lean Six Sigma

PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19, all cohorts will be delivered online through Zoom in a synchronous (real-time) format. We do not have confirmed schedules but plan to begin fall cohorts the week after Labor Day. We will update our website with more information once we have confirmed the dates. Please email Laura Vu to be added to our interest list and receive updates as they are available.

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Meeting and Event Planning Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento9 months

Meeting and Event Planning
Certificate Program

Overview

Learn how to run a successful event through the Meeting and Event Planning certificate program. You’ll learn industry benchmarks for trends and practices as well as new information on current technology, the use of social media, applications and techniques. The program also equips newcomers with the tools necessary to succeed and offers current professionals new information and training. Several classes will include site visits.

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Meeting and Event Planning Program

Duration: 9 months
Total Cost: $2,875
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Want to save money, time and the environment this holiday season? Check out these helpful tips from one of Sacramento’s premier event planners.
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Student Testimonial Videos
Meeting and Event Planning

Hear what students had to say about completing the program!

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Project Management Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento6 months

Project Management
Certificate Program

Overview

Organizational alignment is dependent on project managers demonstrating strategic skills in allocating tasks, time and resources to effectively deliver projects on time and within budget. This certificate program is designed for project managers and people aspiring to be project managers to develop a disciplined approach to projects. You will develop the key skills and competencies outlined by PMI in the talent triangle.

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Project Management Program

Duration: 6 months
Total Cost: $3,240
Courses Certified By: Project Management Institute  (PMI)

The College of Continuing Education is a Registered Education Provider with the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.

PMI and PMP are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. 

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Student Testimonials
Project Management

Read what students had to say about completing the program!

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Courses and Schedules
Project Management

PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19, all cohorts will be delivered online through Zoom in a synchronous (real-time) format. We do not have confirmed schedules but plan to begin fall cohorts the week after Labor Day. We will update our website with more information once we have confirmed the dates. Please email Laura Vu to be added to our interest list and receive updates as they are available.

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Train-the-Trainer Certificate Program

Certificate Sacramento4 months

Train-the-Trainer
Certificate Program

Overview

A highly skilled and well-educated workforce is vital for every organization’s success. Training professionals require thoughtful analysis of skill gaps, the goals of the organization, and training alternatives to determine the best means for organizational and workforce development. Whether focused on soft skills, leadership, or technical training content, you will learn to design, develop, and deliver high-quality training programs.

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Train-the-Trainer Program

Duration: 4 months
Total Cost: $1,960
Course Listing

Courses and Schedules
Train-the-Trainer

PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, due to COVID-19, all cohorts will be delivered online through Zoom in a synchronous (real-time) format. We do not have confirmed schedules but plan to begin fall cohorts the week after Labor Day. We will update our website with more information once we have confirmed the dates. Please email Laura Vu to be added to our interest list and receive updates as they are available.

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