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^ top Banking and Financial Services Management - Master of Science
Designed for banking and finance leaders, The MSBFSM online program prepare students for success in the fast-paced, dynamic financial sector by combining a solid foundation in general management practices with expertise in corporate finance, global markets, and the financial services industry. Earning the MSBFSM degree will provide you with the most advanced knowledge to handle high-level responsibilities, the greatest opportunities for career advancement, and give you the most competitive edge in the market. The unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master's program that consists of 12 courses that can be completed in approximately 24 months. However, course waivers can be provided to CFA, CLU, ChFC, CGFM, CTFA, CPA, PFS, CMA, CIA, CFSA, and CFP designations.
Courses in the Banking and Financial Services Management MS Degree program include:
- Introduction to Business Continuity, Security, and Risk Management
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
- Mergers and Acquisitions
^ top Business Continuity, Security and Risk Management - Master of Science
Designed to provide the tools and concepts necessary to plan for, prevent, and—when needed—successfully respond to disruptions in business operations, this concentration provides a review of important issues relating to business continuity, security, information and materials management, as well as risk management from a planning, operations, and response perspective. Topics presented include incident response and disaster recovery, compliance issues, and systemwide risk analysis. Business continuity is viewed organizationally to include all company operations, and addresses information, computer systems, infrastructure, personnel, and supply chain, as well as emergencies emanating from man-made and natural disasters.
Courses in the Business Continuity, Security and Risk Management MS Degree program include:
- Introduction to Business Continuity, Security and Risk Management
- System-Wide Risk Planning and Compliance
- Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
- Project Risk, Continuity, and Management
^ top Comprehensive Project Management - Certificate
Boston University's Comprehensive Project Management Certificate focuses on three of the more comprehensive project management knowledge areas and processes that many project managers are not as familiar with. In many organizations, quality management, procurement, and the allocation of resources are often done by other members of the organization, not the project manager. However, project managers who have acquired the skills to handle these aspects of project management are more empowered to move into a senior level role within their company. This certificate also includes a Project Management Professional (PMP®) Prep component to prepare project managers to take the PMP® certificate exam. Topics include: Methods of managing project quality, as well as the importance of developing and utilizing a quality plan; Planning and contracting for required project purchases and acquisitions; Effectively administering contracts; Effectively planning resource needs; and Acquiring, developing, and managing project teams.
^ top Foundations of Project Management - Certificate
Boston University's Foundations of Project Management Certificate is designed for business professionals, mid-level managers, and project managers of any skill level, this three course certificate program teaches the basic essentials of Project Management. If you manage projects-however big or small, this certificate is for you. The focus is to prepare students with the project management skills necessary to take a project through its life cycle efficiently and effectively. Key topics include: Project processes and activities that integrate the various elements of project management; The importance of formally initiating a project and the need for proper documentation of the scope of the project; and How communication media, frequency and content are adapted to fulfill the communication needs of stakeholders.
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International Marketing Management - Master of Science
Designed by Boston University in conjunction with some of the world’s leading universities, the MS specialization in International Marketing Management provides an exciting, value-added educational experience. Students benefit from a solid marketing core, along with options for online international collaboration with other university students and professionals in Europe, South America, and Asia.
The curriculum combines state-of-the-art classes in e-commerce, web design, and database analysis with a broad understanding of the advertising, marketing research, and promotional skills needed to excel in the international marketing field. Students may also take online courses with Boston University’s international partner universities. By accessing this “global classroom” via the Internet, students join MBA candidates from Mexico’s Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (ITESM)—ranked by the Financial Times as one of the top 15 business schools in the world, participating in management and marketing classes, discussion groups, and projects conducted by foreign university professors.
Courses in the International Marketing Management MS Degree program include:
- Market and Economic Research and Analysis
- Electronic Commerce Business Marketing
- International Business Simulation
- Advertising, Public Relations, and Promotional Strategy
^ top Principles of Project Management - Certificate
Boston University's Principles of Project Management Certificate provides a more detailed look into project management by focusing on three key project management knowledge areas and processes. The focus is on the planning, execution and control of a project including: The importance of determining project activities and breaking them down to the smallest components; The progression of risk from identification to analysis to response, in addition to the importance of developing and maintaining a risk-management plan and a risk-response plan; and Ways of estimating and budgeting costs as well as effective monitoring and control of project costs.
^ top Project Management - Master of Science
The MS specialization in Project Management is a unique opportunity to combine a broad knowledge of business and management principles with a specific knowledge of successful project-based strategies. Students with a broad range of professional responsibilities—from working on complex projects for global companies to designing IT infrastructure to completing consulting contracts—will benefit from this detailed examination of a project’s conception, planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and implementation.
Courses in the Project Management MS Degree program include:
- Project Management
- Project Communications Management
- Project Risk and Cost Management
- Program Management
^ top Project Management - Certificate
Boston University offers a Certificate in Project Management geared toward today's busy professionals. Whether your field is architecture, finance, medical or information technology, successful project planning involves a carefully crafted set of steps leading to planned and measurable goals. Built on the core PMBOK® (Project Management Body of Knowledge) standards, this comprehensive certificate program empowers participants with the skills necessary to tackle the challenges facing their projects. A thorough study of everything from basic concepts to technical skills and real-world applications is provided. Participants receive comprehensive project management skills that are immediately applicable to their current job and future endeavors. They also receive the high-impact credentials and certification that the project management industry demands for career advancement. In addition, this certificate successfully prepares participants to sit for the PMP® exam.
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