Closing a project formalizes acceptance of the product, service, or result and brings the project or a project phase to an orderly end. As the final requirement for completion of the certificate, students present their capstone project and share lessons learned.
April 29, 2027 to June 11, 2027, Biltmore Hall, Rm 224

In this course, we'll cover the fundamental data modeling techniques and statistical knowledge at the heart of accurate and effective data analysis. You'll learn to use the advanced features of industry-standard tools to work on real-world data sets and generate valuable insights. Gain skills that you can apply to your work today, and prepare for more advanced courses in data visualization, predictive analytics and data science.
September 1, 2026 to November 1, 2026, Online - Canvas

This course is designed to introduce students to the financial planning process. This course focuses on the general principles required to become a successful planner which includes the ethics of the profession as well as the knowledge and skills to prepare a financial plan.
July 7, 2026 to November 3, 2026, Online - Canvas
February 23, 2027 to June 22, 2027, Online - Canvas

Project teams will initiate a project by completing a project charter, then the project teams will identify project stakeholders and develop a stakeholder register. The project teams begin the process planning a project in earnest by conducting a risk analysis, creating a communication plan, developing a work breakdown structure, and defining the required tasks. Students then estimate duration and work for all tasks in the project.
February 11, 2027 to April 29, 2027, Online - Canvas

Microsoft® Project is introduced in this module allowing the students to master the software while planning the work involved in the project and determining the project schedule. After finalizing the project plan, the project baseline is set against which progress is tracked and performance is measured so that corrective action can be taken. Students then master the aspects of Microsoft® Project used in tracking projects, controlling project variances, and creating management status reports.
February 16, 2027 to April 20, 2027, Biltmore Hall, Rm 224