Ashland University

What you'll study

The curriculum is focused on managing technology to address business needs, providing a mix of systems, analytics and strategy. Required courses (each 3 credits) are:

• MBA 503 Operations Management — foundations in operations relevant to information systems applications
• MBA 513 Management Information Systems — core MIS concepts and how technology supports organizations
• MBA 535 System Analysis & Design — techniques for analyzing and designing information systems
• MBA 545 Business Intelligence & Data Analytics — data analytics, business intelligence and decision support

Course topics covered across the program include business analytics and intelligence, data modeling, information system strategy, e-commerce and Structured Query Language (SQL).

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree. Most graduate business certificates have prerequisites. The program page notes credit-for-prior-learning options that can apply up to 9 credits toward a graduate business degree for industry-recognized credentials.

Career prospects

The certificate prepares participants to manage technology projects, contribute to business process transformation, support decision making with analytics, and work on e-commerce or data-related initiatives. The university provides placement support, internship opportunities and career services through its Career Center for Life Calling to assist certificate completers.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page references tuition per course and per-credit pricing and mentions financing options available through the Financial Aid Office. Students with relevant industry credentials may earn credit for prior learning, reducing the number of courses needed. For career and funding guidance the Career Center and Graduate Admissions are listed contacts.