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Advanced Certificate in Business Communication
Advanced Certificate in Christian School Education
Advanced Certificate in Conflict Resolution
Advanced Certificate in Contemporary Worship Ministry New!
Advanced Certificate in Counseling New!
Advanced Certificate in eBusiness
Advanced Certificate in English as a Second Language
Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Advanced Certificate in Global Studies
Advanced Certificate in Health Care Management
Advanced Certificate in Higher Education Administration
Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management
Advanced Certificate in Information Systems Management
Advanced Certificate in Leadership Studies
Advanced Certificate in Leading the Nonprofit Organization New!
Advanced Certificate in Management
Advanced Certificate in Marketing
Advanced Certificate in Master Reading Teacher New!
Advanced Certificate in Ministry Leadership
Advanced Certificate in Performance Management New!
Advanced Certificate in Project Management
Advanced Certificate in Reading Specialist New!
Advanced Certificate in School Counseling New!
Advanced Certificate in School Principalship New!
Advanced Certificate in Student Ministry
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
This program is for those who are driven to be leaders of their organizations, their communities, and society overall. Hands-on learning opportunities will plug in students to the lastest techniques in "best practices" to serve the customer, both internally and externally. The program emphasis will be improving business performance through effective communication.
Program Fundamentals
- Emphasis on servant leadership in professional and personal conduct.
- Learn to synthesize major issues regarding communication and leadership in organizational settings and present to a panel of experts along with plans for improvement.
- Learn to create a theme of current trends and issues in organizational communication and devise a plan to intervene with a method for increased effectiveness.
- Create a strategic communication plan, and
- Learn to blend major components in leadership, communication, and group performance to develop new strengths in decision making.
Required Courses
BUCM 6301 Directing Organization Communication
BUCM 6302 Customer-Centric Communication
BUCM 6304 Leadership in Global Business Communication
MANA 6312 Communication and Business Behavior
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL EDUCATION
Successful completion of this program provides an endorsement for the professional serving in the Christian school. The program is designed primarily for teachers and administrators already in service who wish to gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to the Christian school setting.
Program Fundamentals
- Enhance your professional development through advanced studies in teaching and administration in the Christian school.
- Learn instructional strategies and curricular design that are specific to the needs of the Christian school.
- Study the major theories of learning and learning styles along with various Christian education patterns and philosophies.
Required Courses
EDAD 6319 Christian School Education Administration
EDUC 6304 The Learning Process
EDUC 6310 Christian Educational Philosophy
EDUC 6311 Christian School Curriculum
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Individuals trained in mediation develop skills that are used not only in business, but in many other professional fields as well, such as banking, construction, counseling, education, emergency services, government, and the ministry. You may choose to apply the knowledge and experience you gain to mediate labor disputes and interpersonal conflicts within your current organization, or to maximize your future professional opportunities and build skills to equip you for multiple career paths. Following successful completion of the course requirements for this certificate, you will be qualified to perform both Business and Family court-appointed mediations in Texas.
Program Fundamentals
- Refine your interpersonal communication skills.
- Understand organizational climates, cultures, behaviors, and strategies.
- Gain theoretical knowledge necessary for effective resolution of conflict.
- Acquire practical experience in mediation.
Required Courses
CRMN 6310 Conflict Resolution Management
CRMN 6320 Advanced Family Mediation
CRMN 6321 Advanced Business Mediation
CRMN 6330 Internship in Mediation
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP MINISTRY
Courses comprising this certificate will provide a specialized focus in the contemporary worship paradigm by exploring the newest trends and practices of corporate worship in contemporary American church life. Students will study worship theology, visual and media arts, song writing, and praise team dynamics, all in a context of leading the contemporary worship experience.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
Students will select four of the five courses:
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN COUNSELING
The Licensed Professional Counselor track provides students the additional coursework required in order to apply for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, which the student may not have already completed in their master’s degree in counseling:
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
The Marriage and Family track provides students additional coursework as preparation for Marriage and Family Counseling licensure in the state of Texas. |
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Required courses (excluding prerequisites) |
COUN 6388 Assessment and Intervention in Marriage and Family Counseling |
COUN 6394 Advanced Counseling and Crisis Intervention (S-L) |
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Prerequisite requirements:
To be eligible for admission to this program, applicants must be currently pursuing, or already hold, a Masters of Education in School Counseling, or a Master’s of Arts in Counseling or comparable degree from another accredited university. |
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Students may complete one or both tracks to earn a Certificate of Completion. |
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN eBUSINESS
Electronic business has irreversibly impacted our economic system. This program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of both the business and technical processes needed to succeed in this exciting new field.
Program Fundamentals
- Learn to manage and administrate in synchronous and asynchronous environments.
- Take part in advanced study and application of data warehousing and data mining.
- Study the fields of knowledge management and intellectual property.
- Develop or enhance skills and competencies needed for the virtual office.
- Attract and maintain an electronic customer base.
Required Courses
MISM 6350 eBusiness Technologies *
MISM 6351 eBusiness Design and Development *
MISM 6352 eBusiness Entrepreneurship *
MRKT 6350 eBusiness Marketing *
*course available online
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
The ESL certificate program is designed with several options available to the student.
- Texas certified teachers can fulfill requirements leading to ESL Supplemental Certification.
- For degree-seeking students, the ESL courses can be applied as concentrations or disciplines in the following degrees:
- The ESL courses provide academic and professional training for students seeking the certificate for the sole purpose of teaching English as a Second Language on the mission field - at home or abroad.
Required Courses:
ESLS 5301 Second Language Acquisition*
ESLS 5304 Methods in Teaching ESL*
ESLS 5306 Content Area Language Proficiency Skills*
ESLS 5308 Multicultural and Multilingual Learning Environments*
ESLS 5312 Practicum*
*Courses required for Texas ESL supplemental certification.
In addition, the student may complete the following course, which is optional, for a total of 18 graduate hours in the discipline:
ESLS 5310 Administration of ESL Program
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP
The courses leading to this certificate are designed to provide students with advanced business knowledge and the practical skills needed to succeed in new business creation, and then to manage that business once it is established. The program requires students to establish a mentoring relationship with an approved entrepreneur, and will also be required to develop an operations manual, a marketing plan, an investment capital proposal, and an overall business plan.
Program Fundamentals
- Take part in advanced study and applications in leadership, the acquisition of capital, and new business opportunities.
- Learn the process of creating and marketing new products.
- Develop skills and competencies for successful management of a growing company without losing your entrepreneurial “spirit.”
- Gain practical knowledge in the appropriate aspects of accounting and financial planning for entrepreneurial ventures.
- Participate in a practicum for developing or enhancing skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, delegation, motivation, goal setting, and time management.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
ENTR 6301 New Business Creation
ENTR 6302 Accounting and Financial Planning for Entrepreneurs
ENTR 6303 Marketing and New Product Development for Entrepreneurs
ENTR 6304 Strategy and Management of Growing Businesses
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN GLOBAL STUDIES
The seven courses comprise a 21-credit hour course of study designed to promote proficiency in specific competencies required to do effective work in the global community.
Program Fundamentals
- Engage in studies that provide specific preparation in cross-cultural adaptation.
- Learn to function professionally and proficiently in the international environment.
- Manage multicultural and multiethnic dynamics.
- Develop positive strategies to impact societies in positive ways that respect and preserve unique cultural heritage.
The certificate is recommended for students engaged in research and promotion of increased global awareness, promoting globalization in business, serving humanitarian needs through Non-Governmental Organizations, involved in private sector relief and development efforts, or working in Christian missions.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
MAGL 5330 – Introduction to Missiology
MAGL 5331 – Cross-Cultural Living and Ministry
MAGL 5332 – Strategies for Missionary Work
MAGL 5333 – Local Church on Mission
MACE 5302 – Biblical Servant Leadership
THEO 6305 - Christian History and Heritage
THEO 6306 - Systematic Theology
Total - 21 hours
Recommended Alternate Courses (may be substituted)[1]
MAWL 6303 - Spiritual Formation and Worship
MAWL 6311 - Global Worship
MALA 5351 - World Religions and Cults
MAPD 5350 - Worldview: Human Beliefs/Human Actions
MAGL 5340 - Christian Witness in the Global Marketplace
MAGL 5344- Strategies for Urban Ministry
MACE 6308 - Evangelism, Missions and Growth through Educational Ministries
MAST 6352 - Student Ministry in a Global Context
[1] All course substitutions should be approved by Dr. Bob Garrett, director of the M.A. in Global Leadership Program. Students with specialized study needs may present alternative course substitutions that will be considered on their merits on a case-by-case basis.
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
This program will provide advanced studies in the current challenges facing health care professionals as they manage resources in order to insure quality care and address complex social needs, while at the same time maintaining a vision of compassion and concern.
Program Fundamentals
- Emphasis on strategic health care planning, marketing, and policy.
- In-depth study of managed care and long-term care administration.
- Capstone initiative provides “hands-on” experiences in an area of interest to the student, such as administration, clinical practice, or
education/consultation.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
HCMG 6310 Strategic Health Care Planning, Marketing, and Policy
HCMG 6320 Managed Health Care
HCMG 6330 Long-Term Care Administration
HCMG 6380 Health Services Management Capstone Initiative
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN HIGHER EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION
This program provides advanced study that emphasizes higher education management, academic administration, student services, public relations, and institutional leadership. Various types of institutions of higher education (IHEs) and their organization and roles on a national and international scope are reviewed and explored. This program is designed to prepare students for positions as supervisors, directors, or managers in the administration of higher education institutions.
Program Fundamentals
- Emphasis on servant leadership in professional and personal conduct.
- Identify and analyze the key elements of higher education administration including ethics and leadership, teaching and learning, legal aspects and finance, research methods, history and philosophy, and student development.
- Learn to define and evaluate the key components of an effective institution of higher education.
- Study current trends and issues in higher education and academic affairs.
- Analyze and examine how leadership, communication, and group performance work together for effective decfision-making and change management in higher education.
- Analyze and synthesize the impact of globalization on change, communication, techynology, and pedagogy in higher education.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
HIED 5300 College and University Administration
HIED 6310 Legal Aspects and Finance in Higher Education
HIED 6340 History and Philosophy of Higher Education
HIED 6345 Ethics and Leadership Theory: Servant Leadership
HIED 6361 Teaching, Learning, and Student Development
HIED 6373 Methods for Higher Education Administration may be substitued for HIED 5300
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
This advanced program provides the student with practical and theoretical knowledge of the HR discipline with special attention given to litigation issues, compensation and performance strategies, and selection and development of human resources.
Program Fundamentals
- Study the present-day effects of the history and theory of employment law, along with current legal issues facing organizations.
- Gain the knowledge and skills necessary for the development of a useful selection program.
- Explore compensation administration in depth, including planning and budgeting from departmental to organizational levels.
- Learn to identify the developmental challenges facing individuals during their career, with special emphasis on career search and planning strategies.
- Global managers may choose courses with an international emphasis.
Required Courses
MANA 6314 Managing Change in Organizations *
MANA 6323 Human Resource Management *
Choose two courses from the list below to complete the 12 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
MANA 6301 Employment Law *
MANA 6305 Staffing Organizations *
MANA 6311 International Management *
MANA 6343 Compensation and Performance *
MANA 6352 International Human Resource Management *
* course also available online
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
This program is designed to provide advanced, in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of information systems. Special emphasis will be placed on current information systems technology, along with exploration and discussion of developing ethical issues involved in the management of information systems. Students will be led to explore the various uses of information systems for solving business needs and developing corporate strategies.
Program Fundamentals
- Build on your fundamental knowledge of information systems through study of the methodology, tools, and techniques involved in designing an information system for an organization.
- Learn to design an actual corporate database and information system.
- Learn to apply MIS technology to create a business organization capable of effectively competing in a global environment.
- Study the fundamentals of telecommunications, network design strategies, and the implementation of networks into business organizations.
Required Courses
MISM 6314 Management Information Systems *
MISM 6320 Systems Analysis and Design *
MISM 6330 DataBase Management Systems *
MISM 6335 Networks and Telecommunications *
*course also available online
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES
This program is designed to enhance competencies in the advanced study of Leadership while offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Building a foundation of both academic and practical experience, the student will develop and apply research, statistical, writing, and other interdisciplinary skills to be better prepared for further work and study in the exciting field of Leadership.
Prerequisite requirements include:
Management Theory at the undergraduate or graduate level
Statistics at the undergraduate level
Requirements include:
COUN 5387 Research Methods OR HIED 6330 Research Methods in Higher Education
MACE 5302 Biblical Servant Leadership OR MANA 6310 Leadership in Management
MANA 5313 Quantitative Methods in Management
One elective at the graduate level (6000 or above) from one of the following disciplines:
- Business
- Education
- Higher Education
- General Leadership
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN LEADING THE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
Courses comprising this certificate will provide current and aspiring practitioners in nonprofit organizations with the cutting-edge leadership theories and latest management tools that can be used to create high-performing organizations. As they study with nonprofit practitioners during service-learning opportunities in each course, students will learn how strategic plans are developed in areas of marketing, law, leadership, and accounting specific to the nonprofit organization.
Required Courses
Prerequisite requirements:
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT
This program provides advanced study of theory and evolving practices as seen through perspectives offered by real world experiences. Courses are offered from a wide range of management topics, allowing students the opportunity to study concepts and issues specific to their personal career needs. Because today’s business environment is especially dynamic, special attention is given throughout the program to the complex aspects of organizational change.
Program Fundamentals
- Build the skills necessary for successful change management by in-depth study of the change management process.
- Examine the human problems of adjustment, communication, and performance in the organizational structure.
- Personalize your program to enhance your career growth with courses in ethics, leadership, work teams, negotiations, communication, employment law, compensation, operations and quality, or international management.
Required Courses
MANA 6314 Managing Change in Organizations*
MANA 6321 Organizational Behavior*
Choose two of the following courses to complete the 12 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
MANA 6301 Employment Law *
MANA 6310 Leadership in Management *
MANA 6311 International Management *
MANA 6312 Communication and Business Behavior *
MANA 6316 High Performance Work Teams *
MANA 6320 Business Ethics *
MANA 6333 Operations and Quality Management *
MANA 6342 Employee Negotiations and Collective Bargaining *
MANA 6343 Compensation and Performance *
*course also available online
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MARKETING
This program is designed to help the student develop and enhance marketing skills and abilities through exposure to innovative business ideas using the latest trends and techniques. Advanced studies will focus on the processes and practical applications involved in meeting market demands and satisfying customer needs.
Program Fundamentals
- Explore in depth the relationship between the creative process and marketing decisions.
- Practice marketing skills in various industries from both domestic and multinational perspectives.
- Examine the process of formulating organizational marketing goals and strategies.
- Investigate the interrelationship of marketing research and marketing management.
- Elective study options include international marketing, business development, or new product development.
Required Courses
MRKT 6301 Creative Problem Solving for Marketing Decisions *
MRKT 6331 Marketing Analysis
MRKT 6341 Advanced Marketing Strategies
Choose one of the following courses to complete the 12 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
MRKT 6302 Business Development Strategies
MRKT 6303 New Product Development
MRKT 6321 International Marketing
*course also available online
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MASTER READING TEACHER
This program provides students with the nine graduate credit hours in literacy required by the state of Texas for a Master Reading Teacher Certificate, an all-level (EC-12) certificate specific to Texas that offers advanced preparation in the area of literacy for teachers working in diverse classrooms. To qualify for the certificate, teachers must hold a valid teaching credential, complete nine graduate credit hours in literacy, have taught for three years, and have passed the Master Reading Teacher TExES examination.
Required Courses (excluding prerequisites)
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MINISTRY LEADERSHIP
This program provides advanced study in preparation for non-pastoral leadership roles in ministries and vocational work. Students will be given the opportunity to develop, organize, conduct, and evaluate church ministries in order to develop skill sets and competencies that are necessary for effective ministry leadership. Particular emphasis is given to the concept of servant leadership in the preparation of ministry leaders for the local church.
Program Fundamentals
- Gain a thorough, in-depth understanding of servant leadership as it relates to church ministry and vocational work.
- Enhance your general knowledge related to Christian education and
non-pastoral ministries.
- Build communication, teamwork, and management skills necessary for successful ministry leadership.
- Learn the competencies that are necessary for successful ministry in your area of interest.
Required Courses
MACE 6301 Introduction to Christian Education
MACE 5302 Biblical Servant Leadership
Choose a concentration listed below to complete the 15 credit-hour program (excluding prerequisites).
Leadership of Education Ministry
Select three courses
MACE 6308 Evangelism, Missions, and Growth Through Education Ministries
MACH 5312 Ministry with Children
MAST 5313 Ministry with Students
MACE 6314 Ministry with Adults
MACE 6315 Ministry with Senior Adults
Leadership of Children’s Ministry
MACH 5311 Early Childhood Ministry
MACH 5312 Ministry with Children
ECHE 6375 Moral Development in the Young Child
Leadership of Student Ministry
MAST 6353 Adolescent Development
MAST 5313 Ministry with Students
MAST 6350 Family-Based Student Ministry
Leadership of Adult Ministry
MACE 6314 Ministry with Adults
MACE 6315 Ministry with Senior Adults
COUN 5385 Lifespan Human Development
Leadership of Business Ministry
MANA 51.521 Management Theory
MANA 51.522 Business Legal Environment
MANA 6321 Organizational Behavior
Choose one of the following
MANA 6314 Managing Change in Organizations
MANA 6316 High Performance Work Teams
Leadership of Worship Ministry
MALA 5374 Music in Worship
MALA 5375 Church Music Administration
Choose one of the following
MALA 5373 Hymnology
MACE 5342 Ethnomusicology in Christian Missions
Leadership of Collegiate Ministry
MACE 6320 Collegiate Campus Minister
MAST 6354 Collegiate Ministry Strategies
Choose one of the following
MACE 6322 Introduction to Christian Counseling
MAPD 5350 Worldview: Human Beliefs/Human Actions
Leadership of Missions Ministry
MACE 6330 Introduction to Missiology
MAGL 5331 Cross-Cultural Living and Ministry
Choose one of the following
MAGL 5332 Strategies for Missionary Work
MAGL 5333 Local Church on Mission
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
In this program, students will gain an understanding of strategy maps, balanced scorecards, process improvement, organization change, leadership coaching and counseling, and succession planning. Through this study, students will learn to link strategies with internal and external management processes while they develop strategic leadership skills necessary for maximizing and increasing organizational effectiveness and profitability.
Requirements include:
Prerequisite requirements:
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This program is designed to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and
practical skills necessary for success in project management in any type of
business or service environment. The course of study will include project organization, project life cycles, project planning, scheduling, project execution and control, risk management, earned value, configuration management, budgeting, and project termination and close-out.
Requirements include:
PROJ 6301 Introduction to Project Management
PROJ 6302 Project Execution and Control Methods
PROJ 6303 Project Planning
PROJ 6304 The Environment of Project Management
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN READING SPECIALIST
Teachers desiring to specialize in the important area of Reading may pursue the Reading Specialist Certificate, an all-level (P-12) certificate. The Reading Specialist is a certification recognized across the U.S. and many holding this advanced certification work as literacy coaches, assisting teachers with implementation of best literacy practices. Teachers may add the Reading Specialist Certificate to their existing valid credential upon completion of a master’s degree with sufficient coursework in literacy, two years of acceptable classroom teaching experience, and after passing the Reading Specialist TExES examination.
Required courses (excluding prerequisites):
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SCHOOL COUNSELING
The DBU school counseling certificate program is designed for the graduate student who already possesses a master’s degree and is pursuing school counselor certification only. This all-level certificate allows an individual to be considered for a school counseling position.
Required courses (excluding prerequisites):
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SCHOOL PRINCIPALSHIP
The DBU principal certificate program is designed for the student who already possesses a master’s degree and is pursuing principal certification only. This certificate prepares students for all-level certification and allows an individual to be considered as a candidate for a wide variety of administrative positions in a school district including: assistant principal, principal, subject area coordinator, director of curriculum, executive director, assistant superintendent, or associate superintendent.
Required courses (excluding prerequisites):
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ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN STUDENT MINISTRY
This program is designed to enable student ministers to remain on the cutting edge of student ministry paradigm shifts with the theological and educational foundations necessary to provide credibility and vision to equip the next generation of Christian young adults.
Prerequisite requirements:
RELI 1301 Old Testament Survey
RELI 1302 New Testament Survey
Requirements include:
MAST 5313 Ministry with Students
MAST 6350 Family-Based Student Ministry
MAST 6351 Student Cultural Issues
MAST 6353 Adolescent Development or MACE 6316 Stages in Human Development
MAST 6356 Developing Student Lay Leaders
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