Certificates For Professional Advancement

Certification Programs

Communication Skills for Managers

This certificate program provides students with an understanding of the fundamentals of oral and written communications. Coursework emphasizes critical thinking and prepares students to read, write, and speak more effectively both personally and professionally.

Required Courses:

• ENGL 401, Freshman English
• ENGL 500, Writing About Reading or ENGL 501, Introduction to Creative Nonfiction
• CMN 457, Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
• CMN 500, Public Speaking

Business and Accounting Skills for Managers

This certificate program provides students with a basic understanding of American businesses and how they work. Course work provides a general overview of the functional areas in business as well as fundamental concepts of accounting, finance, and the use of computers to manage information.

Required Courses:

• ADM 400, Introduction to Business
• ADM 532, Introduction to Financial Accounting
• ADM 533, Introduction to Managerial Accounting
• CIS 411, Introduction to Computer Applications

Human Behavior Studies

This certificate program provides students with an understanding of psychological, cultural, and social aspects of human behavior. Coursework explores how culture and intellect influence behavior and communication with others.

Required Courses:

• PSYC 401, Introduction to Psychology
• ANTH 411, Cultural and Social Anthropology
• CMN 457, Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
• PSYC 531, Psychobiology or PSYC 533, Personality

Program Requirements

Students must complete 4 required courses at UNH Manchester in their chosen program to earn a certificate. Students must maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or better in all courses. Students with related, college-level coursework may petition to substitute up to 2 required courses by following UNH Manchester's petition procedures. Appropriate substitute courses will be determined in consultation with UNH Manchester faculty. A certificate of completion will be awarded to those who successfully meet program requirements. Individuals completing a certificate program will be invited to participate in UNH Manchester's commencement ceremonies.

Enrollment

Individuals interested in enrolling in a certificate program for professional development must complete the enrollment form. The completed form and a $20.00 enrollment form processing fee should be submitted to the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at least 10 working days before the start of a semester or a summer session to ensure priority processing. Contact the Office of Admissions for more information or to request an enrollment form at 603-641-4150.