June 27, 2019
Veterinary Science, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 15 Certificate description: Students who successfully complete the coursework required to earn an Online Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Science will have acquired current, advanced information within the area of veterinary medicine and closely related topics. Applicants for this graduate certificate must be baccalaureate-holding veterinary technicians OR graduate veterinarians whose careers could be advanced through completing applicable courses delivered online. The 15 credit hours earned in this program may be transferred into the Online Master’s degree program offered by Veterinary Online Programs. Certificate web site: https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/veterinary-medicine/veterinary-science/grad-cert…
June 27, 2019
User Experience and Usability, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 12 Certificate description:User Experience and Usability (UXU) graduate certificate is a 12 credit hour program. The UXU certificate program prepares students as significant professional contributors within design and development technology environments. This certificate would leverage currently available courses, resources and experienced faculty by channeling those assets into a meaningful program that a broad range of students and employers would find both desirable and valuable. Certificate graduates would have competitive advantage to market themselves as prepared practicing professionals in the User Experience and Usability arena. Using Bloom’s taxonomy structure, the following is…
June 27, 2019
Personal Financial Planning, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 18 Certificate description: Students may earn a Certificate in Personal Financial Planning in this online, non-degree, post-baccalaureate CFP Board registered program. The Certificate focuses just on the education needed to sit for the CFP® exam. Certificate web site:https://online.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mu/cafnr/personal-financial-planning/grad-cert Admission Criteria Entrance TermApplication DeadlineFallJuly 15SpringNovember 15SummerApril 15 Minimum Admission Requirements Applicants are required to meet the University of Missouri’s minimum admission requirements. See Eligibility & Process | University of Missouri Graduate School. Minimum Language Requirements Click here to view the minimum English language…
June 27, 2019
Interactive Media, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 15 Certificate description:The Graduate Certificate in Interactive Media prepares students in the use of interactive, digital and social media. It provides insights into how people perceive and process digital messages. Students will investigate the psychological, social, ethical and legal issues regarding the roles and effects of digital news, advertising and public relations on society. Certificate web site Admission Criteria Application Deadlines: 8 weeks prior to the beginning of the semester or session Entrance termApply by Course work beginsSummerApril 14JuneFallJune 13AugustFall, second 8-week sessionAugust 26OctoberSpringNovember 25JanuarySpring, second 8-week sessionJanuary 20March Minimum…
June 27, 2019
Marketing Analytics, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 12 Certificate description: The Graduate Certificate in Marketing Analytics will deepen your understanding of Big Data that inform marketing strategies, tasks, and decisions. Leverage predictive data modeling and data-mining tools to deliver strategic analytical solutions and create value across markets and industries. This certificate is designed for people who: Enjoy working with numbers and want to enhance their skills for career advancement Have basic statistical proficiency and want to learn more Want to learn how to use data to make better marketing decisions or to consult with marketing clients Prerequisite coursework/experience…
June 27, 2019
Life Science Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 12 Certificate description: The objective is to provide an interdisciplinary certificate program that will permit graduate and professional students at MU to receive intensive training in the fundamental skills needed to translate life science discoveries into products and services that will improve health. The certificate in Life Science Innovation and Entrepreneurship will require completion of a core curriculum of three 3-hour courses (nine hours) that are designed to cover the lifecycle of a translational science/business venture. The program-level learning objectives for students are as follows: (1) Know and understand the…
June 27, 2019
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 18 Certificate description: The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares English language teachers, English language program administrators, language testers, and educational materials writers to work in contexts where English is a foreign language (EFL contexts). The objectives of the certificate are to develop professionals with a) knowledge of the structure of the English language; b) an understanding of how languages are used and learned; and c) skills in designing and implementing pedagogical tasks to facilitate language learning. The certificate consists of 18 graduate credit hours divided…
June 27, 2019
Online Educator, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 12 Certificate Description: The Online Educator Graduate Certificate Program will equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to design and provide effective online learning experiences including: Designing online learning activities and assessments for meaningful learning Designing, facilitating, and evaluating online discussions Promoting student engagement and motivation in online learning environments. Understanding unique characteristics of online learning environments Selecting appropriate technology tools and learning objects to support online learners Using Learning Management Systems to support and deliver online learning Seeking for and evaluating Internet-based information and resources that can be used to…
June 27, 2019
Youth Development Specialist, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 12 Certificate description: A certificate in youth development is ideal for professionals in a variety of youth-related fields. Areas include youth-serving organizations like 4-H; Boys and Girls Club; non-profit organizations; faith-based groups; community recreation facilities; correctional professions; elementary, middle and high school educators; and extension educators. Note: This is an online certificate. Certificate web site:https://hdfs.missouri.edu/degrees/youth-development/ Admission Criteria Entrance TermApplication DeadlineSummerRollingFallRollingSpringRolling Required Application Materials For the Graduate School Completed Graduate School online application Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial…
June 27, 2019
Positive Psychology, Graduate Certificate
Officially approved as: Stand Alone: Yes Total Credit Hours: 15 Certificate description: Positive Psychology is a specific focus area within the field of psychology that explores the positive, creative, and fulfilling aspects of human behavior. It is the scientific study of well-being: how humans flourish and in turn, unlock their potential. Through a purposeful sequence of courses, students will examine positive emotions, engagement, relationships, virtues and strengths, meaning, purpose, and accomplishment. Positive Psychology theories and practices are often applied to individual lived experiences, but coursework will also focus Positive Psychology’s “value-add” to organizations, governments, businesses, and education. The Graduate Certificate of Positive…