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Division of Continuing and International Education (DCIE) - Undergraduate

OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT

Dedicated to providing the highest quality, competency-based, continuing professional education, the Office of Professional Advancement offers seminars, courses and certificate programs to meet the training and professional development needs of both corporations and individuals.

For more information, specific curriculum descriptions and a listing of current seminars, courses and workshops, contact the Office of Professional Advancement, DCIE, University of Miami, 111 Allen Hall, Coral Gables, Florida 33124-1610, (305) 284-5800 or email opa@miami.edu. Additional information on the web at: www.educationmiami.com/opa.

Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program

Designed for students preparing for professional examinations and professional practice in personal financial planning. Topics addressed are Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Income and Estate Tax Planning, Insurance Planning, as well as how to develop a comprehensive financial plan. The University of Miami’s comprehensive Personal Financial Planning certificate program will prepare you to pass the rigorous CFP® exam. This program is endorsed by the Certified Financial Planner Board.

Human Resources Management Certificate Program

This certificate provides the latest in proven techniques and strategies to effectively manage organizational challenges. This program covers the following topics: Legal and Regulatory Issues; Employment, Planning, and Placement; Current Trends in Employee Benefits; Developing and Administering Compensation Programs; Training and Development and Employee and Labor Relations. The HR Program is recognized by the Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management, this program delivers a comprehensive curriculum ideally suited for all human resource professionals, especially small business owners.

Paralegal Studies Certificate program

The UM Paralegal Studies program is an intense four-month course of study which certifies the successful student as a qualified professional ready to start an exciting new career as a paralegal. Classes are taught by prominent local attorneys, Judges and Magistrates. The Paralegal Program classes are offered on the weekends, weekdays or weekday evenings at various locations- Downtown, Broward, and Coral Gables. This program is also available online in both English and Spanish.

Coaching Certificate Training Program

This Coach Certificate Training Program is designed to support you in becoming a professional coach or in using coaching skills to enhance your leadership, management, and/or communication skills. This program has been written by master coaches and aligns with the International Coach Federation (ICF) Core Coaching Competencies. The University of Miami has designed a thorough, basic program that will allow you to make a powerful leap into using coaching skills and becoming a professional coach. This program is structured in 10 six hour modules with total classroom time of 60 hours.

Transportation Management Certificate Program

The Transportation Management Certificate Program will accelerate your career with the needed management skills in both public and private transportation and transit industries. Topics addressed are Transportation Development; Leadership Theories and Skill Enhancement; Financial, Service Quality, Maintenance and Operations Management; Risk Management, Safety and Security; Human Resource Management and Development; Managing the Policy Environment; and Marketing and Customer Service.

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