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Division of Continuing and
International Education (DCIE) - Undergraduate
Not everyone needs or wants a complete degree program. Recognizing
this, the DCIE - in cooperation with several other colleges
and schools of the University - offers special Credit Certificate
Programs.
Focusing on a single subject, these certificate programs
allow students to concentrate on courses that offer the specific
knowledge and skills needed for career advancement. All courses
are taught by University of Miami faculty at the undergraduate
level and are taken for academic credit.
Each certificate program varies in the number of required
credits. While required courses are noted, students may work
with an advisor in developing an individually-designed program.
CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Credit certificate programs are currently available in the
following subject areas:
Certificate in Accounting
The Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting is awarded by
the Division of Continuing and International Education and
the Department of Accounting. It is designed for those who
hold at least an undergraduate degree (preferably in business)
from an accredited college or university, and whose present
interest or occupation is accounting. The program requires
students to take the same 24 semester hours of accounting
courses required for the undergraduate major in Accounting.
To sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination
in Florida, students must have completed 120 semester hours,
including 24 semester hours of accounting (above the elementary
level) and 24 semester hours of business courses, including
a minimum of six hours of business law. There are additional
educational requirements to become licensed as a Certified
Public Accountant in Florida. Students may wish to consider
either the Graduate Certificate in Accounting or the Graduate
Certificate in Taxation (offered by the School of Business)
to meet those additional education requirements.
Certificate in Art History
Awarded by the DCIE and the Department of Art and Art History,
this certificate program is designed to offer an appreciation
of the visual arts for those who may not have the time or
the desire to pursue a full degree, and to provide special
knowledge in the field of Art History for persons in complementary
professions such as journalists, decorators, business managers,
or studio art teachers who may occasionally teach humanities
courses. The program also serves to enhance the cultural background
of those who have already acquired a degree in another subject
and to introduce Art History to those who may be considering
a career in this field. A Certificate will be granted upon
completion of 18 credit hours in Art History, beyond the survey
level.
Certificate in Computer Information Systems
The Certificate in Computer Information Systems program is
designed to provide a broad background in business computer
information systems and to develop the technical skills one
needs to stay competitive in this challenging field. The program
will be of particular benefit to programmers and to management
information systems analysts. The certificate is awarded by
the DCIE and the Department of Computer Information Systems
upon the successful completion of 18 credits.
Certificate in General Business
Awarded by the DCIE and the Department of Management, this
certificate provides a broad understanding of the business
world. A total of 21 credit hours is required to earn the
certificate, including Principles of Accounting (ACC 211)
and courses from at least three of the following general business
areas: accounting, business management, finance, marketing,
business law, economics, or management science. The admission
process requires students to submit a copy of college transcript
showing 60 credits completed and/or required prerequisites.
Certificate in Human Resources
Created for professionals currently in personnel or human
resources management or those who wish to move into such positions
in the future, the Certificate in Human Resources is awarded
by the DCIE and the Department of Management after the successful
completion of 21 academic credits. The admission process requires
students to submit a copy of college transcript showing 60
credits completed and/or required prerequisites.
Certificate in International Business
The Certificate Program in International Business is designed
to educate the student in the major components (law, accounting,
tax, and marketing) of international business transactions.
The program encompasses the legal and tax framework upon which
international business is conducted, explores the uniqueness
of international marketing, and investigates the international
dimensions of business. The certificate program is designed
for people in both small and large businesses, with interests
ranging from export/import management to executive decision-making
in multinational companies. This certificate requires a minimum
of 18 academic credits. The admission process requires students
to submit a copy of college transcript showing 60 credits
completed and/or required prerequisites.
For more information, contact: Collegiate Studies, DCIE,
University of Miami, P. O. Box 248005, Coral Gables, FL 33124-1610,
(305) 284-2727.
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