Corporate Academy Digital Catalog

CORPORATE ACADEMY

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WHAT IS A CORPORATE ACADEMY?

A Corporate Academy serves a strategic function by integrating employee development as individuals, teams, and eventually, as the developer of the entire organization.

Corporate academies drive the educational goals of organizations that want to enhance their learning culture. The idea is to have a classroom or virtual platform that serves as the organization’s specific and recognized training base to align employees with the organization’s business objectives.

ADVANTAGES OF CORPORATE ACADEMIES Lowers the Cost of Training The development of individual employees becomes more cost-effective.

Critical to the Company’s Growth Employers recognize the importance of communicating their company’s vision and strategic goals to their employees.

Creation of Practical Learning Methods customized learning materials and more company-specific case studies Employer Branding employees benefit from the added value of university-issued, stackable credentials Employees Gain Experience employees acquire and share knowledge with colleagues from all parts of your organization

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THE PROCESS

Kennesaw State University can partner with your Human Resources executives to serve as your corporate learning partner by providing courses and programs that meet the strategic learning objectives of your organization.

C-SUITE EXECUTIVES

VP & EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

C-SUITE EXECUTIVES MID-LEVEL MANAGERS

VP & EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS SUPERVISORS MID-LEVEL DEVELOPING MANAGERS AND EMERGING STAFF SUPERVISORS NEW HIRES (ON-BOARDING) DEVELOPING AND EMERGING STAFF NEW HIRES (ON-BOARDING)

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LEARNING FRAMEWORK • Organizational Strategic Goal Alignments • Solutions-based LEARNING Programs • FRAMEWORK Learning Approaches • Tools and Technology

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GAP ANALYSIS

PROGRAM DESIGN

• Needs Assessment and Analysis for Program Selection and Development

• KSU Professional Development Selection • Custom-Designed • Executive Leadership Program Selection • Application and Transfer Learning

APPLICATION & TRANSFER LEARNING • • • •

In-Class Online On-Site Program Evaluation

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BUSINESS

Bookkeeper Professional Certificate Are you a number cruncher? Bookkeeping skills are in high demand due to increased complexity and requirements of compliance and regulation. This unique course will provide you the skills necessary to become savvy with the QuickBooks accounting software package installed on an individuallyassigned, remote computer. This virtual desktop environment allows for hands-on QuickBooks practice from inside or outside the classroom.

Certified Financial Planner Becoming a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ entitles you to use the distinguished CFP® mark, setting you apart in the financial services industry.

In partnership with College for Financial Planning®—a Kaplan Company, our Certificate in Financial Planning program enables you to satisfy CFP Board’s education requirement, which is one of four requirements necessary to sit for the CFP® exam. This program benefits both experienced professionals seeking to advance their careers and those entering the field for the first time. Taught by working professionals, our flexible and convenient learning options allow you to master the eight major domains covered on the CFP® exam.

Digital Marketing Certificate Our highly rated Digital Marketing Science course is fully online, combining on-demand curriculum with optional weekly live/online group sessions.

This course will provide an introduction to Digital Marketing, insights to master Digital Marketing channels, and using marketing technology. You’ll walk away with industry-recognized certifications and a Strategic Digital Marketing Playbook that showcases your robust digital marketing skills to current and future employers.

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Human Resources Management SHRMCP/SHRM-SC) Certificate

As a payroll professional, you know how important it is

Companies have no greater asset than their people, and the

to maintain your company’s compliance by keeping up

management of functions related to human resources is

with the constantly changing regulations and procedures.

absolutely critical to today’s business success.

Staying current is as important to your company’s bottom

From learning the essentials to SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

line as it is to your career. The College of Professional

certification preparation and exam review, our experienced

Education at KSU is proud to partner with the American

instructors will help you develop the knowledge you need to

Payroll Association and present the Payroll Fundamentals

work effectively.

Certificate for payroll professionals.

Microsoft Excel 2019 (Advanced, Beginning, and Intermediate)

Project Management Certificate (CAPM/PMP Prep)

Learn how to work with large and multiple worksheets in

Master a skill that’s crucial in multiple industries with a

Microsoft Excel 2019. Learn advanced formatting techniques,

qualification employers routinely seek in job candidates.

such as applying special number formats, using workbook styles and themes, adding backgrounds, and mimicking watermarks. Create outlines and subtotals and apply cell names. Sort and filter data and create tables. Learn how to save workbooks as Web pages, how to insert and edit hyperlinks, and how to share workbooks via email. Audit and protect worksheets, then share and merge workbooks, and track changes. Prerequisite: Excel 2019 – Beginning.

Build on skills acquired in Excel 2019 Intermediate by working with advanced functions and formulas, as well as lookup functions. Learn about data validation and advanced data filtering. Apply advanced chart formatting and create complex charts. Work with PivotTables and PivotCharts, export and import data, and query external databases.

Explore Excel’s analytical features, run and record macros, and discover VBA code. Prerequisite: Excel 2019 – Intermediate Learn the fundamental concepts of Microsoft Excel 2019, including identifying Excel window components, navigating worksheets, and downloading templates. Learn the basics of entering and editing text, values, and formulas, and how to save workbooks in the native Excel format, as well as in other formats. Move and copy data and formulas, work with ranges, rows, and columns. Learn how to use simple functions and formatting. Create charts and graphics. Prerequisite: Experience with Windows.

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Payroll Fundamentals/Mastery Certificate

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Earning the Project Management Certificate will enhance

course is ideal for entrepreneurs, employees and businesses

your expertise and expand your career options.

striving to expand brand awareness, increase exposure and boost the bottom line. With global social commerce revenues reaching $30 billion in 2015 (mediabistro), more

Sales Operations Certificate

companies are utilizing social media than ever before. The

Our highly rated Sales Operations Science course combines

comprehensive program will teach you the basics of content

online learning with weekly live/online peer roundtables

creation and management for blogs, podcasts, and posts.

facilitated by Sales Ops practitioners. Master critical

Additionally, you will become savvy with the most popular

strategies and concepts while earning 14 Salesforce

outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn,

Trailhead badges.

Instagram and Pinterest. In doing so, you will gain the ability to identify the functionality differences of each platform and determine which are best suited for your company’s

Social Media Marketing Certificate

success. The course will also discuss measuring metrics,

Keep pace with one of the fastest moving mediums by

legalities of social media, search engine optimization (SEO)

effectively using social media to market your business. This

and crowdsourcing.

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HEALTHCARE

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that as a result of the growing elderly population, many nursing assistants will be needed in long-term care facilities and hospitals to help enhance the lives of patients. The agency also notes that rising admissions to nursing home facilities will create new jobs, as will scientific and technological advances that increase the lifespan of the general population. Based on this anticipated employment growth, the nursing assistant job outlook should be excellent for individuals with an interest and aptitude for this type of work.

Clinical Dental Assistant Certificate The Clinical Dental Assistant Online Training Program will prepare you to become a productive member of a dental team as a certified dental assistant.

You’ll learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable real-world perspectives from experienced dental assistants and essential information about anatomy and physiology, preventive dentistry, patient care and communication, radiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, assisting in specialty practices, employment strategies, and much more. Upon finishing this program, you’ll be prepared to take the radiology and infection control portions of the Dental Assisting National Board exam. For information about the DANB exam, please click here.

EKG Technician Certificate Are you passionate about saving lives? Become a critical member of the patient care team and one of the first to assist patients experiencing cardiac symptoms. EKG technicians perform diagnostic tests to aid doctors in identifying and treating cardiovascular problems in patients. These tests help detect irregularities that may result in a heart attack or heart disease.

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Medical Assisting Certificate

in bilingual discussion, interviews, and presentations.

Make an impact in the rapidly expanding healthcare field

Individuals interested in starting a career in the medical

with a certificate that combines fast-track learning with

field, nurses or medical office staff, or those looking to

real-world experience — in a fraction of the time and cost

develop skills may benefit from this program. The training

of similar programs. You will train in our combination

will help prepare you for taking a National certification

classroom and physician office setting — featuring exam

test. Textbooks are required at the first class meeting,

room stations, a front office simulation area, and state-

available from the KSU Center Bookstore and various book

of-the-art equipment for skills practice. The program

retailers.

includes lecture and hands-on training from instructors who are experts in their respective fields.

This 40 hour program requires students to be fluent in Spanish and English. You must complete a Language Assessment and submit with your Application Package.

Follow the links on the course page.

Medical Coding Specialists Certificate Do you aspire to be an integral part of the healthcare field? With the increase in the nation’s aging population,

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

along with the implementation of ICD-10, there is

Play an important role in the delivery of healthcare

an added demand for medical billing and coding

services by helping patients access the medical care

professionals. Through their work creating detailed billing

they need. An MOA’s position is vital by creating office

records and efficiently coded invoices, these specialists

efficiencies that enable medical professionals to see

ensure the business side of health care does not obstruct

more patients. As the population ages, healthcare jobs

the vital medical care that patients need. Without the

such as this one will continue to increase in the years to

contributions of the billing and coding specialists, neither

come. If you are well organized, a team player, adaptable

doctors nor insurance companies could properly provide

to changing technology and attentive to detail, you may

their services to patients.

thrive in this career field.

Medical Interpreter Certificate

Medical Office Manager Certificate

Medical Interpreters bridge the communication gap

Medical Office Managers and Administrative Medical

between non-English speaking patients and medical

Assistants are versatile and valuable members of the

personnel. As a critical member of the healthcare team,

healthcare team who can handle a broad range of duties,

you will be trained to communicate and translate patient

including patient registration, telephone, scheduling,

materials, informational brochures, and other items into

medical records, accounts receivable, data entry,

an easily understood and culturally-sensitive format for

compliance regulations, human resources, and health

patients.

information. This in-depth program combines several

The Medical Interpreter Certificate includes theory

Medical Terminology, Certified Medical Administrative

Students will learn and identify human anatomy in both

Assistant (CMAA), Certified Electronic Health Records

languages, translate medical documents from English to

Specialist (CEHRS), and Certified Physician Practice

Spanish, communicate common medical terminology in

Manager (CPPM), to give you the foundation and training

written and verbal formats, and understand the code of

needed to be a Medical Office Manager.

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programs, Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft Excel 2016,

and hands-on instruction during the ten-week program.

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Upon completion of this program, you will be ready to take the Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM)

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exam, offered by the American Academy of Professional

Phlebotomy Technician Certificate

Coders (AAPC), the Certified Medical Administrative

Blood is the source of human life. It possesses the origin of

Assistant (CMAA) and the Certified Electronic Health

human DNA and is often the foundation for evidence when

Records Specialist (CEHRS) national certification exams

diagnosing and treating a patient. As a result, phlebotomists

offered by National Health career Association (NHA). You

represent an integral piece to any healthcare team. If you’re

will receive the study guide materials, access to practice

striving to break into the healthcare industry, enjoy working

exams, AAPC membership and a voucher for each exam.

with people and are patient and compassionate, this could be a viable career path for you.

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LEGAL

Anti-Fraud and Forensic Interview Specialist Certificate Enter the world of fraud and economic crime investigation. This hybrid certificate program is comprised of 5 modules that can be completed in under one year. The program is designed in partnership with the International Association of Interviewers (IAI) and the Georgia Office of Inspector General (GAOIG). The program is intended for college students as well as post graduate working professionals, who are interested in or presently working in the field of criminal/civil investigations, and/or fraud examination between the government and private sectors.

Paralegal Certificate The College of Professional Education at Kennesaw State University’s Paralegal Certificate program adheres to the highest professional curriculum and prepares you to work in law offices, banks, government agencies, corporations and real estate firms. All courses teach Georgia Law.

Professional Investigator Certificate Private investigation has become a vibrant and intriguing profession. Today, a wide variety of agencies, law firms, insurance companies and government entities rely on savvy investigators who can unearth facts, compile evidence and contribute to the resolution of complex issues. Additionally, the escalation of crime, lack of law enforcement resources, and the need for internal investigations in litigation and corporate security make this a booming and rewarding field. Taught by a licensed and certified instructor with more than 20 years of investigative management experience, this dynamic course will prepare you for a career as a professional investigator.

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TECHNOLOGY

Applied Data Science using Python Certificate The Online Certificate in Data Science using Python has been developed for working professionals who have some previous exposure to basic statistics.

Students are encouraged to have completed at least one course in College Algebra or higher.

Applied Data Science using Rapid Miner Certificate The Online Certificate in Applied Data Science using Rapid Miner has been developed for people interested in learning more about how data science methods work but have limited formal training in mathematics, statistics and programming. In this course, you will also learn about the Cross Industry Standard Process for Data Mining (CRISP-DM) framework and how you can follow its suggested steps to successfully initiate and complete a data analytics project with the aim of creating business and organizational value. The focus is more on the application of the methods in solving problems rather than on the math and theory behind the methods. You will learn about different statistical methods, their application, and the basic assumptions, strengths, weaknesses, and logic behind them so you can make better choices when it comes to selecting data analysis methods to solve a given business or organizational problem.

Applied Statistics using R Certificate The Online Certificate in Applied Statistics using R has been developed for working professionals who have a need for additional training in Statistics.

This online program is an integrated extension of the highly respected traditional curriculum in Applied Statistics at Kennesaw State University.

It provides much of the same instruction as our traditional courses — but with a more highly applied approach to course materials and exams — all of which are self-paced to fit your schedule.

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AutoCAD Certificates

the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) credential,

Combine your passion for technology and love of design

preparing you for a career in networking.

into a rewarding career. AutoCAD is the most widely used computer-aided design (CAD) software for producing These classes benefit individuals in the engineering,

CompTIA (A+, Network+, Security+) Certificate

construction, architecture and interior design industries.

Careers in Information Technology are steadily growing,

The software allows users to create 2D and 3D drawings

and what better way to train for a new career than

using visualization and technical documentation. It

to prepare for three respected certifications in one

increases productivity in manufacturing and design –

convenient online program? This program will help

replacing the need for manual drawings and designs.

you build the foundational knowledge needed for

architectural, engineering and construction drawings.

employment in cutting-edge IT roles.

Upon completion of the program, you will be given

Revit Certificates

vouchers to take all three certifying exams.

Combine your passion for technology and love of design into a rewarding career. Autodesk Revit software is a widely-used building information modeling (BIM) software

Full Stack Certificate

for producing architectural, interior design, landscape,

Our Professional Certificate in Software Development fast

engineering, and construction drawings. Our Revit

tracks you into one of the most in demand professions

Architecture Essentials Certificate will introduce students

worldwide: Full Stack Software Development. The demand

to the vital functions of the software from the lens of an

for software developers is at a global all-time high, and

architect.

the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has identified Software

The software allows users to design a building and its

Development as one of the top five areas of growth over

components in 3D, annotate the model with 2D drafting

the next ten years. Full stack software developers are the

elements, and work with tags, details, and schedules.

creative minds behind computer programs. They use

Revit gives users the ability to develop a design from the

different coding languages and intuitive technologies

ground up, including creating walls, exterior shells, doors,

to create web applications that allow people to achieve

windows, floors, roofs, and more. The software increases

specific tasks on a computer or on another device. In this

productivity in all stages from a building’s concept to

program you will learn all of the skills required to create

construction.

a website from scratch. You will bring data to life by creating visual dashboards of large amounts of data and demonstrate your front end design ability and work with

Cisco CCNA Certificate

databases. You will conduct document integration testing,

Are you ready to launch a career as a computer

deployment and virtualization. After completing this

networking professional? As one of the largest providers

program, you will receive a certificate of completion and

of networking technology, you can benefit greatly

become an industry-ready full stack software developer.

by pursuing a Cisco career. Employment of network

You will have a professional portfolio of real-world projects

administrators in the computer system design industry

to showcase at interviews when you complete the program.

is growing rapidly. Gain the knowledge necessary to earn

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Information Systems Security Professional Certificate

cybersecurity trumps terrorism as the No. 1 threat to the

With an evolving vulnerable landscape, it’s no surprise the

systems while becoming thoroughly familiar with the

information security industry is booming. Data breaches

domains of the CISSP® Common Body of Knowledge.

U.S. Be the solution by learning to secure information

continue at alarming rates and Intelligence officials say

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Business Writing Certificate The Business Writing and Communication certificate program is designed for professionals who are responsible for developing business communication, whether that communication is within an organization or with customers. The program combines current theories of organizational communication and persuasion with the practices of business writing.

Students will learn principles of effective communication while developing their own writing skills as they create persuasive and informational business documents.

Virtual Facilitation and Presentation Skills Certificate Learn to make virtual meetings engaging & productive. A complete toolkit from planning until post meeting communication. The Facilitating Virtual Meetings Training course is an interactive, instructor-led course that takes you through the initial starting point of planning your meeting, working through the key challenges of a virtual meeting and managing the technology by choosing your tools and understanding what to do when the technology fails. The Facilitating Virtual Meetings Training class, you will also learn to set expectations for prompt attendance, facilitate the discussion, ensure you hear from everyone, and bridge linguistics or cultural barriers.

Management Fundamentals Certificate Program People are a company’s most important asset, yet they are also its most unpredictable and difficult to manage asset. And, regardless of the fact that effective people management is vital to any organization’s success, most managers do not receive the training they require to make solid managerial decisions. This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of managing people. The program will prepare you how to drive employee performance and develop reward system, how to design jobs and organize work for high performance, how to make excellent and timely management decisions, and how to design and change the structure of your organization. By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge you need to start motivating, organizing, and rewarding employees in your company so that both your business and your social systems may grow.

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Soft Skills Communication Certificate

business culture and gaining a competitive advantage.

The Soft Skills Communication Certificate is intended to

This certificate will prepare you to identify problems in the

assist in developing in-demand professional abilities that

workplace and negotiate difficult conversations with direct

will help you stand out as an effective communicator. This

reports, colleagues, or bosses. You’ll learn how to assess,

program examines modern business concepts and teaches

scope, and diagnose issues from all angles, as well as how to

participants how to create successful communication skills.

recognize distinct personality types and use a tried-and-true

You will develop and improve crucial hard and soft skills to

problem-solving technique to identify practical solutions

help you stand out in using innovative methodologies for

that improve relationships and outcomes.

attaining organizational goals.

Difficult Conversations about Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Discussions about cultural differences can be uncomfortable. They take courage. This program teaches the principles and strategies that can help you have more productive, meaningful conversations on topics related to diversity. The program is designed to help you understand that everyone has a unique lens based on their experiences.

The first step in discussing sensitive topics is to recognize and appreciate the difference. Several approaches are included in the program curriculum to assist you in navigating these challenging interactions.

Using Data Analytics for Everyday Business Decisions Certificate More complex business intelligence and data tools are employed to fulfill the requirement for comprehensive data collecting and manipulation as more organizations rely on data to drive corporate planning and decision-making. This program teaches you how to react swiftly to opportunities in the workplace and the marketplace. Managers and directors will learn how to use data insights, data management, and data science to assist actual workplace decision-making and planning.

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Excel Functions for Data Analysis Certificate

individuals who have little or no functional knowledge of Excel and regularly use it.

The Excel Functions for Data Analysis Certificate is for those who have little or no functional knowledge of Excel and those who use Excel regularly and want to improve their skills. The application guides you through essential Excel functions such as reading data into Excel using multiple data formats, organizing and manipulating data, and advanced Excel functions. The course is intended for

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Account Management Certificate High level client satisfaction and retention. That’s Account Management.

Your organization’s success is tied to your clients, big and small. Nothing contributes more to profitable growth than client retention and improving the sustainability of profit streams from current accounts.

Learn principles and practices of world-class account and relationship management process and skills from The Tenacity Center for Account Management and Client Retention..

Certified Managerial Coach Certificate With the unprecedented shift of generations in the workforce, as well as expectations of both workers and their employers, coaching has become a truly strategic skill set needed to support employee development and management succession strategies. The Coles College Certified Managerial Coach Certificate Program will help you address these challenges and develop a more engaged workforce.

Our distinctive programs are designed to enhance your leadership skill set through the following: • Education – combined with experience – in the specific competencies required to coach.

• Self-awareness and understanding of personal strengths and vulnerabilities as a coach.

• Experience as a coachee.

• Coaching skills demonstrated by the participant and evaluated by an accredited faculty using direct supervision and a written examination..

Customer Centricity Certificate The transformative power of a customer-centric marketing approach. Learn how to integrate and organize marketing functions around your customers.

Take the Customer Centricity framework and add value to your business as a trusted customer advisor..

Executive Leadership Program for Managers and Directors Certificate Meet the Hybrid: 50% online, 50% classroom! Finally, a leadership development program that integrates the best practices of gamified mobile-learning and classroom action-learning. The Michael J. Coles College cgpe.kennesaw.edu | 470-578-6326 31

of Business now offers an Executive Leadership Program who want to take their leadership skills, and their careers,

Innovation White Belt Program Certificate

to the next level. Earning your Certificate in Leadership

Innovation – Creating and adopting something new that

Excellence requires that you complete about 15 hours of

generates business value. Sounds easy, right? But how do

online content and attend five sessions.

you create that culture in your organization? Innovation

Master the 8 Leader Roles and the 24 Leadership Skills:

White Belt is the initial step toward creating an innovative

• Leader as Director: Communicate the vision, Set SMART

business culture. Innovative ideas create tension. Learn

for Managers and Directors designed for busy professionals

Goals, Delegate Effectively • Leader as Producer: Drive productivity, Build a positive culture, Manage time and stress

how to navigate through those situations and reach the innovation culture that’s on the other side. Case studies simulate how leaders can successfully achieve innovation.

• Leader as Mentor: Understand self, Develop and coach others, Communicate effectively • Leader as Facilitator: Build and lead teams, Manage conflict, Foster collaboration • Leader as Monitor: Manage information, Monitor performance, Measure quality • Leader as Coordinator: Design the workflow, Drive efficiencies, Lead and manage projects • Leader as Innovator: Lead positive change, Think creatively, Cultivate a culture of innovation • Leader as Broker: Build and nurture relationships, Negotiate agreements, Present inspiring ideas

Leadership Excellence Certificate program is designed for professionals at all levels who want to elevate their potential as leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Master the 8 leader roles and 24 skills that deliver excellence and make you a highly-respected leader inside your organization.

The program content is designed and delivered by award-winning business school professors, senior executives, and leadership authors and experts from around the world.

The Executive Leadership Program for Managers and Directors is built upon the Competing Values Framework (CVF) developed by Robert E. Quinn, Ph.D., an award-winning

Mini-MBA Certificate Program

professor (retired) at the University of Michigan’s Ross School

The upcoming Coles Mini MBA program offered by the

of Business and his research colleague John Rohrbaugh.

Michael J. Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University is cohort-based, designed to improve your business knowledge and acumen.

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Fundamentals of Professional Selling Certificate

Program Benefits

Selling follows a defined road. But not all sales professionals

• Implement marketing strategies in a digital age

were trained in the sales process. That’s where The

• Identify, develop and retain top talent

Fundamentals of Professional Selling program comes to

• Speak the language of business

the rescue. Developed by the lead faculty at Coles College of

• Build a business model using the business model canvas

Business Professional Sales Center, the online cohort-based

• Evaluate sales strategy

program digs into in the sales process from initial contact to

• Leverage a proven framework for leading innovation

closing the sale.

• Develop and communicate a change plan

Equip yourself and your sales force with the skills and

• Implement a strategic plan

knowledge necessary to drive revenue and insure sales

At the end of the program, you earn an Executive Certificate

success from Day 1.

in Business Strategy.

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• Improve your inclusive leadership skills

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