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7/24/08
CTU becomes one of fewer than 20 institutions throughout the world accredited by PMI® GAC to offer university degrees in project management.
Colorado Technical University Online recently became one of fewer than 20 institutions in the world that offer university-level programs in project management fully accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Accreditation Center for Project Management (GAC), the world’s leading association for project management professionals. The not-for-profit PMI has more than 270,000 members around the world, providing global leadership and developing standards of practice for PM professionals.
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3/27/08
Twenty-five Wounded Service Members Receive Full Scholarships
Twenty-five United States service men and women at Walter Reed Army Medical Center have been awarded full Wounded Warrior Scholarships from Colorado Technical University Online (CTU Online). Recipients were chosen by a ten-person scholarship selection board including former military officers and Career Education Corporation educators and chaired by Tammy Duckworth, Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, a Major in the Illinois Army National Guard, and a Wounded Warrior herself. The recipients, who come from across the country, were honored at a dinner on March 8, 2008, at Walter Reed, which was attended by General Richard A. Cody, the Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army. Nineteen of the recipients will pursue associate degrees, five will pursue their bachelor's, and one recipient will enter a master's program. In developing the one-time scholarship program, CTU Online worked with the Helping Our Heroes Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides a way for donated funds and services to directly reach our injured service men and women.
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2/26/08
CTU Earns High Honors From the Council of College and Military Educators
Colorado Technical University (CTU) was recently awarded the prestigious 2007 Institution Award by the Council of College and Military Educators. The honor, awarded for an institution's "dedication, leadership and numerous accomplishments in providing quality voluntary off-duty education programs" to the military, is highly respected in military circles. Greg Mitchell, president of CTU Colorado Springs, received the award on behalf of Colorado Technical University at the CCME symposium held last week in San Francisco.
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1/24/08
Richard Kettner-Polley, Ph.D. Announced as Dean of Management
Colorado Technical University announces the appointment of Richard Kettner-Polley, Ph.D. (Harvard University) as University Dean of Management with responsibility for management programs across all CTU campuses. Having previously served as Chancellor of CTU's Institute for Advanced Studies, Dr. Kettner-Polley now turns his expertise to the demands of undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs in management across the six ground campuses and the online division.
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1/24/08
David Leasure, Ph.D. Announced as Chancellor of Colorado Technical University's Institute for Advanced Studies
Colorado Technical University announces the appointment of David Leasure, PhD as Chancellor of its Institute for Advanced Studies. Dr. Leasure served as the dean of doctoral computer science and Senior Vice President for Expansion and International programs after rejoining the university in 2007.
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12/31/07
MBA with a concentration in Operations Management is designed for professionals interested in learning how to devise strategies and formulate policies to meet an organization's goals and objectives.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for top managers whose accomplishments reflect strong leadership qualities and the ability to improve the efficiency or competitive position of an organization will have the best opportunities for advancement.*
Colorado Tech Online's MBA with a concentration in Operations Management is a career-focused degree program designed to help you understand the relevance and applicability of operational considerations and to businesses operating in a global environment. Students will be challenged to develop an effective operations strategy as they apply the principles of operations management to both products and services. Successful graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills to pursue executive positions such as Operations Manager, Director of Organizational Development, Director of Operations, Operations Analyst and many other related occupations.
Applications for enrollment are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on February 13, 2008.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos012.htm (visited December 27, 2007).
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12/23/07
Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies is designed for students focusing on career opportunities in law firms, corporate legal departments, government offices and law libraries.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employers are trying to reduce costs and increase the availability and efficiency of legal services by hiring paralegals to perform tasks formerly carried out by lawyers. This is creating exciting opportunities for industry-current paralegal professionals.
Colorado Tech Online's Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies is designed to help students learn how to offer quality legal assistance to the increasing number of organizations and law firms needing such services. Successful graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills to pursue in-demand positions such as Paralegal, Law Clerk, Legal Aid, Court Clerk, Legal Secretary and many other related occupations.
Applications are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on February 13, 2008.
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12/23/07
MBA with a concentration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed for students focusing on career opportunities in international business and industry.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for managers whose accomplishments reflect strong leadership qualities and the ability to improve the efficiency or competitive position of an organization will have the best opportunities for advancement.
Colorado Tech Online's MBA with a concentration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a career-focused degree program designed to help you learn how to make effective decisions required to move products to market quickly and efficiently in today's international business environment. Successful graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills to pursue in-demand management positions such as Director of Purchasing, Import Export Manager, Packaging Engineer, Logistics Manager, Distribution Director, Operations Manager and many other related occupations*.
Enrollments are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on February 13, 2008.
*Job outcomes based on program development research. Some positions may require additional education and/or experience.
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10/08/07
Colorado Technical University Online Launches CTUMobile™
Colorado Technical University's Online campus, a well known degree-granting institution, announced the launch of CTUMobile – an easy-to-use mobile learning channel that delivers elements of Colorado Tech's online educational programs via web-enabled cell phones and other wireless devices. CTUMobile, an extension of Colorado Tech's highly successful virtual campus – CTU Online – brings the classroom directly to mobile phones and other PDAs and personalizes the education experience to an even greater degree.
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10/01/07
Employers Agree: Colorado Technical University Online Grads are Exceptionally Well-Prepared for Their Real-World Careers
By an overwhelmingly wide margin, employers that have Colorado Technical University Online alumni on the payroll agree that CTU Online grads have all the skills needed to succeed in today's ultra-competitive, knowledge-based workplace. According to a recent survey conducted by CTU Online's Career Services Department, the surveyed employers believe that their employees who received degrees from CTU Online possess the skills to be successful in the workplace.
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9/12/07
Colorado Tech Online adds concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution to MBA program for students interested in becoming skilled at negotiating tacit or contractual agreements in the modern world.
Dispute resolution has become increasingly significant in modern business environments because it can prevent the involved parties from becoming entangled in costly litigation, strikes or other disruptions. Specialists involved in dispute resolution must be highly knowledgeable and experienced and often report to the director of industrial relations.
The MBA with a concentration in Mediation and Dispute Resolution is offered by Colorado Technical University in affiliation with the Institute for Advanced Dispute Resolution (IADR). The program is designed to help graduates prepare to pursue career opportunities such as Arbitrators, Legal Consultants, Labor Relations Managers, Conflict Management Specialists, Integration Managers and many others.
Enrolled students are required to earn Advanced Practitioner of Mediation (APM) certification through the IADR Global and will then be credited with 12 credits towards the completion of this career-focused degree program.
Applications are currently being accepted, and courses for this new concentration will begin on October 7, 2007.
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Master's Advantage™ program allows Bachelor's students to get a jump start on an advanced degree.
Colorado Tech Online now offers an innovative Master's Advantage™ program for students already enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program. By enabling students to substitute two undergraduate courses with two graduate-level courses, the Master's Advantage™ program allows students to get a head start on an industry-current Master's degree.
The Master's Advantage™ program makes it possible for motivated students to complete an industry-current Master's degree eleven weeks sooner while saving money in the process, because students who take advantage of this program are charged the undergraduate cost-per-credit-hour for the two graduate-level courses they complete during their Bachelor's degree. To learn more, Colorado Tech Online students should contact their Academic Advisor.
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8/13/07
Colorado Tech Online adds concentration in Insurance Risk Management to its MBA degree program for students with confirmed CPCU designation.
As an increasing number of companies expand into global markets, individuals with a grasp of insurance-related risk-management skills are in greater demand. Those with knowledge of the technologies that are transforming the field of risk management can have an even greater competitive advantage.
Colorado Tech Online's MBA with a concentration in Insurance Risk Management is designed to help students acquire these skills as they prepare to pursue career opportunities as Risk Managers, Compliance Directors, Claims Managers, Actuaries, Loss Control Consultants and many others.
Upon receipt of proof that an applicant has been awarded the CPCU designation, Colorado Technical University will credit the applicant 16 quarter hours toward the MBA-IRM degree program. After a student has completed the MBA-IRM core courses (and the award of the CPCU has been validated), he/she will be enrolled in a two-course capstone project.
Enrollments are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on October 7, 2007.
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Colorado Tech Online expands MSM degree program to help meet the emerging administrative and leadership needs of the criminal justice system.
July 16, 2007
The future of the criminal justice system will depend on leaders with expertise in program evaluation, budgeting and policy-making. That's why Colorado Tech Online's Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree program now offers a career-focused concentration in Criminal Justice.
Successful graduates of this online degree program will have acquired the industry-current knowledge and skills to pursue a diverse range of career opportunities, including Crime Analyst, Drug and Alcohol Program Manager, Child Protection Investigator, Deputy Sheriff, Court Services Agent and many others. Students will study course content covering homeland security, law enforcement management, leadership, public administration and numerous other career-focused topics.
Enrollments are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on August 22, 2007.
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MBA with a concentration in Technology Management can help prepare students to pursue a number of growing career opportunities.
July 16, 2007
In response to the growing need for computer and information systems managers, Colorado Tech Online announces an MBA degree program with an industry-current concentration in Technology Management. Enrollments are currently being accepted, and courses will begin on August 22, 2007.
This career-focused MBA program helps prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue professional opportunities such as Client Technology Manager, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Manager, IT Management Administrator and many others. Course content focuses on preparing students to develop the capabilities to assist and lead organizations in the planning, development, operation and management of information technology systems.
MBA candidates interested in enrolling in time for the August 22 start date are advised to contact a Colorado Tech Online Admissions Advisor immediately.
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Announcing a career-focused Associate's degree in Information Technology!
To keep pace with the need for knowledgeable, qualified IT professionals, Stonecliffe College Online (an academic division of Colorado Technical University) announces a new Associate of Science in Information Technology (ASIT) degree program. Enrollments are currently being accepted, and courses will begin in February 2007.
This real-world degree program is designed for students interested in pursuing industry-current academic credentials that can help qualify them for entry-level career opportunities in the field of IT. This degree program has also been structured to provide a seamless transition into the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree completion program offered at Colorado Technical University and through Colorado Tech Online.
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Open House – Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 21, at 6:00 p.m. the University will host the first of two Open House Sessions for incoming January students. The Open House consists of Breeze presentations by representatives of Financial Aid, Academics, a former student, Career Services, and more. The Open House can be accessed via the Virtual Campus.
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Colorado Tech Online instructor named "Educator of the Year".
August 1, 2006
Colorado Technical University is pleased to announce that faculty member Christina Anastasia has been named "Educator of the Year" by Career Education Corporation. This award, which is presented to eight educators each year, is based on four criteria: engaging students, quality teaching, monitoring student progress, and leadership.
Ms. Anastasia is a member of the Colorado Tech Online faculty and teaches human resources and organizational behavior courses in the undergraduate program. She also has been active in various university initiatives, including helping with the 2005 Faculty Summit and serving on select university committees. Ms. Anastasia is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Organization and Management.
On behalf of the entire Colorado Technical University community we would like to extend our congratulations to Ms. Anastasia on her selection for this prestigious award.
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New Bachelor of Science in Information Technology offers three concentration options!
July 10, 2006
Colorado Tech Online is please to announce the availability of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program. Students who enroll in this new program can select from three career-relevant concentration options: Network Management, Security or Software Systems Engineering. Classes begin August 2006.
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Colorado Tech Online introduces two new concentrations: Master's (MBA) in Marketing and Bachelor's (BSBA) in International Business.
April 28, 2006
Additional concentration options are now available for Colorado Tech Online's Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program. Students may now select a concentration in Marketing in the MBA degree program and a concentration in International Business within the BSBA degree program. Classes for the new concentrations begin July 2, 2006.
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Announcing two new accelerated MBA degree program concentrations in Accounting and Finance
October 1, 2005
Colorado Tech Online has added two new MBA degree program concentrations to its School of Business. The concentration in Accounting helps 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, or Directors of Finance. The concentration in Finance helps students learn how to analyze financial information in order to make decisions that can enhance the prospects for successful business initiatives. Both programs include resume-enhancing CTU Academic Certificates. Classes begin January 1, 2006.
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