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USF Continuing Education CE-NEWS
Want to Get Ahead in the Workplace? We can help sharpen your skills!

USF Continuing Education offers a number of certificate programs, which are a structured set of noncredit courses focusing on skills and knowledge applicable to a specific content area. Local individuals and companies value the USF noncredit certificate programs for providing a functional, solid background in a particular area, which can be used to stay current in your job and/or help prepare you to transition into a new career. A certificate program can also be used to prepare for new responsibilities within your company.

Professional certification is typically awarded by a separate industry group, company or professional association. Successful completion of comprehensive exams and other requirements are necessary to be awarded a certification. USF Continuing Education also offers certification preparation programs to improve your chances of success on the exams.

Whether you want to earn a professional credential or just need a course or two to improve specific skills, take advantage of the resources we offer to increase your value to employers in this competitive economic climate. View our complete course schedule or browse our web site by program area. Register early to avoid late fees.

  Highlights

Prepare for the Certified Management Accountant Exam


Earn a Certificate in:

• Marketing and Public Relations

• Meeting and Event Planning

• Human Resource Management

• Management and Supervision

• Desktop Publishing/Graphics

• Web Design and Development


Financial Planner Certificate/
Exam Prep Program Starts
Oct. 5! Apply Now!

Osher Lifelong Learning InstituteOver 50? Join Our Community of Lifelong Learners!

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at USF offers programs for adults age 50+, including computer training in small classes with individual attention, and liberal arts study groups on a variety of topics. We also offer a Friday noontime lecture series and occasional day trips to Tampa Bay area locations. It's educational, entertaining, intellectually stimulating, and fun! Fall registration is open now! Learn more at www.usfseniors.org.

Register online or by phone at 813-974-2403 or toll-free in Florida at 866-541-7124, option 1.
Registration office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. EST.
Note: A late fee is effective five days prior to course start date for most professional development programs.

Parking permits are required for courses at USF campus locations (except Saturday courses or those at USF Downtown Center).
USF staff/students use their own permits. Discount permits may be purchased for $3 with registration.
Otherwise you must purchase a daily parking permit for $5.

Other USF Options - Degree Completion Program

If you have at least 60 credit hours and have been out of school for three or more years, USF has an attractive option for earning your degree. USF's Bachelor of General Studies Degree (BGS) is a customized, interdisciplinary degree that allows students to choose an academic program that fits their educational and professional goals. The BGS program will provide mid-career adult students with the opportunity to integrate completion of the baccalaureate degree into their established lifestyle. [more]


Certified Management Accountant (CMA®) Exam Preparation

If you are interested in boosting your earning potential in the field of finance and accounting, USF Continuing Education offers CMA exam preparation classes based on the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA®) CMA Learning System. The CMA credential is highly recommended for management accounting and finance professionals. Those who have earned IMA's CMA designation are relied upon by businesses around the world not only for accounting, financial, and information management, but for the kind of strategic planning and management necessary to successfully position an organization in the changing world of global business. Prepare for the certification exam by enrolling in our CMA Exam Prep Program. The following courses are coming up soon:

Program Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

CMA Part I: Business Analysis Sa from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 10/10/09 - 10/31/09 USF Tampa $745/ $795
CMA Part II: Management Accounting and Reporting Sa from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 11/14/09 - 12/12/09 USF Tampa $745/ $795
CMA Part III: Strategic Management Sa from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 01/09/10 - 01/30/10 TBA USF Tampa $745/ $795
CMA Part IV: Business Applications Sa from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 03/06/10 - 03/27/10 TBA USF Tampa $745/ $795

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/CMA or contact Leonor O'Relly, program coordinator:
Email: lorelly@admin.usf.edu  Phone: 813-974-4985Back to Top


Marketing and Public Relations Certificate

Individuals who can apply the principles of public relations in a strategic way are becoming increasingly valuable to organizations. The Marketing and Public Relations Certificate program explores the role of public relations in agencies and organizations today, and provides you with practical skills that you can apply immediately to your work as a public relations practitioner. Complete four core courses and two electives within a two-year period to earn the certificate. Non-certificate students may enroll in individual courses. Coming up soon:

Course Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

Public Relations Theory and Practice F and Sa from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM 10/02/09 - 10/03/09 USF Tampa $210/ $235
Integrated Marketing M from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/05/09 - 10/26/09 USF Tampa $210/ $235
Dynamic Presentations W from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/14/09 - 11/04/09 USF Tampa $210/ $235

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/PR or contact Lisa Orr, program coordinator:
Email: lisaorr@admin.usf.edu  Phone: 813-974-5526Back to Top


Meeting and Event Planning Certificate

Learn the skills involved in successfully planning, budgeting, and implementing successful conferences, meeting and other special events. Our Meeting and Event Planning Certificate program is designed for new and aspiring meeting and event managers, those considering a career change, as well as those desiring a credential for professional learning. Complete five core courses and two electives within a two-year period to earn the certificate. Non-certificate students may enroll in individual courses. Coming up soon:

Course Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

Effective Meeting and Event Planning F and Sa from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/02/09 - 10/03/09 USF Downtown Center $278/ $303
Catering, Food and Beverage Management F from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/16/09 - 10/16/09 USF Downtown Center $198/ $223
Site Selection, Hotel Operations and Suppliers Sa from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/24/09 - 10/24/09 The Westin Tampa Bay $198/ $223

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/meeting or contact Lisa Orr, program coordinator:
Email: lisaorr@admin.usf.edu  Phone: 813-974-5526Back to Top


Human Resource Management Certificate

The HR Management Certificate program provides a comprehensive, practical foundation for HR generalists. People employed in HR will acquire a broader understanding of their profession, gain skills required for advancement, and acquire an educational credential in HR. New HR staff and career transitioners will receive a solid HR foundation. Complete eight core courses and two electives over a two-year period to earn the certificate. Non-certificate students may enroll in individual courses. Upcoming courses include:

Course Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

Safety and Occupational Health M from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/05/09 - 10/12/09 USF Tampa $150/ $175
Employee Benefits Planning W from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/07/09 - 10/28/09 USF Tampa $193/ $218
Human Resource Management Introduction Tu from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/20/09 - 11/10/09 USF Tampa $193/ $218
Performance Appraisal Systems Th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/22/09 - 11/12/09 USF Tampa $199/ $224

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/HR or contact Lisa Orr, program coordinator:
Email: lisaorr@admin.usf.edu  Phone: 813-974-5526Back to Top


Management and Supervision Certificate

Our Management and Supervision Certificate can help you prepare for advancement, improve job performance, or transition to a new career in management. Core courses teach critical skills; electives afford an opportunity for you to tailor the program to upgrade customer service, problem solving, communication and financial skills. Complete five core courses and two electives over a two-year period to earn the certificate. Courses starting in October include:

Course Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

Effective Business Communications W from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM 10/07/09 - 10/28/09 USF Tampa $219/ $244
Finance for the Non-Financial Manager Th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM 10/22/09 - 11/12/09 USF Tampa $220/ $245

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/management or contact Lisa Orr, program coordinator:
Email: lisaorr@admin.usf.edu  Phone: 813-974-5526Back to Top


Desktop Publishing/Graphics or Web Design and Development Certificates

Learn how to plan, design, and produce professional brochures, manuals, ads, and other publications. We teach the skills needed to use the latest computer graphics and layout applications. Or gain the business and technical knowledge needed to create, develop, and maintain basic to intermediate web sites. Many of our October courses apply to either the Desktop Publishing/Graphics Certificate or the Web Design and Development Certificate.

Course Title

Day and Time

Dates

Location

Fee/Late Fee

Photoshop Intermediate Th from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/01/09 - 10/01/09 USF Tampa $205/ $230
Web Marketing and eCommerce S from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/03/09 - 10/03/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Effective Web Design Tu from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/06/09 - 10/06/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Desktop Publishing Introduction W from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/07/09 - 10/07/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Dreamweaver Introduction Sa from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/10/09 - 10/10/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Acrobat Introduction Th from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/15/09 - 10/15/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
XML Introduction F from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/16/09 - 10/16/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
HTML Introduction Tu from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/20/09 - 10/20/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Flash Introduction W from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/21/09 - 10/21/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Web Marketing and eCommerce Th from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/22/09 - 10/22/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
Illustrator Introduction F from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/23/09 - 10/23/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215
JavaScript Introduction Th from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 10/29/09 - 10/29/09 USF Tampa $190/ $215

Visit www.outreach.usf.edu/conted/computer or contact Lindsay Chester, program coordinator:
Email: chester3@admin.usf.edu   Phone: 813-974-8021Back to Top

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