The Post Graduate Certificate Series
CLU's Post Graduate Certificate Series enables those with graduate degrees to further distinguish themselves in the work force and advance their career opportunities by continuing to broaden their knowledge base.
Individuals who have already earned their MBA, MPPA or a similar advanced degree can earn a certificate in one of CLU's MBA professional tracks by completing a set of four targeted courses. Additional courses may be required for students without an MBA degree to meet prerequisites for select Professional Tracks.
The Post MBA program is tailored to the working professional and a certificate of mastery can be completed in one year by attending class one evening per week.
Specifics of the Program-Cal Lutheran's Post Graduate Certificate Program Series
- is offered exclusively to individuals who already hold an MBA or similar graduate-level degree.
- can be completed in one year by going to class one night per week, or by taking two years to complete the four courses. Courses are offered year-round (four 11-week in-class terms) giving certificate candidates flexibility to balance the demands of career and personal commitments with the pace of the program.
- is tailored to the working professional. Classes are held in the evening and, in some cases, on weekends.
- provides a choice of six professional tracks: Enterprise Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Capital Management, Information Technology, International Business, and Marketing. Course requirements will vary depending on applicant’s academic background and will be determined during the admission process.
- allows professionals to continue graduate-level study at a significantly discounted rate (see University Costs for tuition and fees).
Admission Counseling
Prior to enrollment in classes, applicants may make an appointment for an advisement interview with an admission counselor. This exploratory interview will clarify individual program requirements and provide the opportunity to answer students’ questions. If you would like advisement or wish to meet with an admission counselor, call (805) 493-3325 to schedule an appointment.
Admission Requirements
Candidates for admission to the Post Graduate Certificate Series should submit a complete application portfolio at least 45 days prior to the start of the term. Admission decisions are based on a review of the following materials in the candidate’s file:
- Completed Admission Application and non-refundable application fee
- Official Transcript(s) from a regionally accredited college or university verifying the applicant’s bachelor’s degree with an acceptable GPA if the degree was not earned at California Lutheran University
- Graduate Program Advisement with an admission counselor
Registration
Once you receive an admission confirmation, you may register for classes by following the instructions on the Registrar’s Office website at www.callutheran.edu/registrar. There are four 11-week terms each year:
- Fall (September-November)
- Winter (November-February)
- Spring (February-May)
- Summer (May-August)
New students may begin the program at the start of any term once they have been admitted.
Program Completion
All work toward a certificate must be completed within two years. The term before completion of course work, students must submit an Application for Certificate to the Registrar’s Office. Upon completion of all course work, graduates will receive a certificate of mastery and official transcripts detailing their course work.
Professional Tracks
Post Graduate Certificate Program Series students may select four courses from a specific track or they may work toward a customized program, which consists of four courses in any of the professional tracks. Students interested in a customized program must meet with an adviser and acquire departmental consent. The professional tracks are Enterprise Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Planning, Human Capital Management, Information Technology, International Business, and Marketing.
Financial Planning
Individuals who have already earned their MBA in Financial Planning or have obtained a Certified Financial Planner designation can earn a Post-MBA Certificate in Advanced Financial Planning by completing a set of four targeted courses. (Each course is three credits.)
| BUS 531A | 3 | |
| BUS 528 | 3 | |
| BUS 560 | Advanced Estate Planning | 3 |
| BUS 594 | 3 |
Enterprise Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in Enterprise Innovation and Entrepreneurship. (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | 12 | |
| MBA 522 | Innovative Business Models | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | ||
| MBA 550 | Agile Product Development | 3 |
| MBA 551 | Entrepreneurial Marketing and Selling | 3 |
| MBA 552 | Entrepreneurial Finance | 3 |
| MBA 553 | Growth Stage Venture Management | 3 |
| MBA 5STE-Special Topics of Entrepreneurial Management | ||
Finance
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in Finance. (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | ||
| MBA 521 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | ||
| MBA 540 | Financial Strategy | 3 |
| MBA 541 | Strategic Financial Analysis | 3 |
| MBA 542 | Investment and Portfolio Management | 3 |
| MBA 543 | Real Estate Investments | 3 |
| MBA 544 | Buyouts and Acquisitions | 3 |
| MBA 545 | Behavioral Finance | 3 |
| MBA 552 | Entrepreneurial Finance | 3 |
| MBA 561 | International Finance | 3 |
| MBA 5STF-Special Topics of Finance | ||
Information Technology
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in Information Technology Management. (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | ||
| IT 509 | Data Management | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | ||
| IT 512 | Project Management | 3 |
| IT 520 | IT Strategy and Business Value | 3 |
| IT 522 | Enterprise Systems | 3 |
| IT 523 | IT Architecture and Infrastructure | 3 |
| IT 524 | Emergent Technologies and Issues | 3 |
International Business
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in International Business. (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | ||
| MBA 523 | International Business | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | 12 | |
| MBA 560 | International Business Law | 3 |
| MBA 561 | International Finance | 3 |
| MBA 562 | International Marketing | 3 |
| MBA 563 | Global Strategy | 3 |
| MBA 564 | Applied International Management | 3 |
| MBA 574 | Global Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MBA 5STI Special Topics of International Business | ||
Human Capital Management
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in Human Capital Management (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | ||
| MBA 524 | Human Capital Management Strategy | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | ||
| MBA 570 | Compensation Management | 3 |
| MBA 571 | Talent Recruitment and Selection | 3 |
| MBA 572 | Employee Relations | 3 |
| MBA 573 | Training and Development | 3 |
| MBA 574 | Global Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MBA 575 | Employment Law | 3 |
| MBA 5STH Special Topics of Human Capital Management | ||
Marketing
Successful completion of four courses (one Emphasis and three Professional Concentration courses) is required to earn a Certificate in Marketing. (Each course is 3 credits.)
| Required Emphasis Course: | 12 | |
| MBA 520 | Marketing Research | 3 |
| Select three Professional Concentration courses from the list below: | ||
| MBA 530 | CRM in the Digital Age | 3 |
| MBA 531 | Sales Management | 3 |
| MBA 532 | Strategic Public Relations | 3 |
| MBA 533 | Strategic Brand Management | 3 |
| MBA 534 | Consumer Behavior | 3 |
| MBA 535 | Advertising Management | 3 |
| MBA 562 | International Marketing | 3 |
| MBA 5STM Special Topics of Marketing | ||