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A Beautiful Backdrop for a Brilliant Education

Since 1965, Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs has helped thousands of students soar to achieve career success in business and high technology industries. Whether you are an experienced professional seeking to retain your competitive edge, a degree holder ready for the challenge of graduate school or someone preparing to enter the career world, CTU has the program and the learning style that can work for you.

Colorado Technical University in Colorado Springs was one of the first institutions of higher education to design degree programs utilizing online learning. It earned a 10-year accreditation (2001-2011) from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and offers Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, Management, Visual Communications and Criminal Justice. The campus also offers executive-format doctoral programs in Management and Computer Science.


Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs
4435 N. Chestnut Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80907


Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504).



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Since 1965, Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs has helped thousands of students soar to achieve career success in business and high technology industries. Whether you are an experienced professional seeking to retain your competitive edge, a degree holder ready for the challenge of graduate school or someone preparing to enter the career world, CTU has the program and the learning style that can work for you. Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs 4435 N. Chestnut Street Colorado Springs, CO 80907




Why Colorado Technical University - Colorado Springs
Top 10 Reasons to Attend Colorado Technical University

Base your decision on solid ground.
For more than 40 years, thousands of ambitious individuals have chosen Colorado Technical University to earn their career-focused, industry-current degrees. Here are a few of the top reasons Colorado Technical University continues to graduate tomorrow's successful professionals in many of today's in-demand industries.

Professional Certificates Are Included With Your Degree
At CTU, r�©sum�©-enhancing Professional Certificates are built into nearly every degree program without additional courses required. You will earn these stepping-stones incrementally as you make your way through your chosen degree program and prepare for a career. Professional Certificates empower you to add meaningful credentials to your job qualifications as you have the opportunity to learn and gain new skills in business, technology and other career fields.

The CTU Professional Learning ModelÃ?Â?
We believe education needs to be relevant and applicable to professional career development. That's why we foster ready-to-achieve learning experiences as part of our degree programs that can result in career skills and demonstrated competencies. Our students are immersed in hands-on, industry-related, problem-solving experiences that model professional environments and help prepare them for careers in the real world.

A Regionally Accredited Institution of Higher Learning
Since 1965, Colorado Technical University has helped thousands of students achieve success in business, management and technology careers.

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504, www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org).

Skilled Professors Who Keep Your Best Interests in Mind
CTU professors are committed to helping you succeed; personally, academically and professionally. They bring years of knowledge in the fields of business, technology, engineering, law enforcement, healthcare, visual communications, and criminal justice. And, they bring practical experience to every classroom, offering you an opportunity to absorb meaningful, relevant course material as part of a degree program that is designed to be applicable in the real world once you graduate.

Registered by the Project Management Institute (PMI�®)
Many CTU degree programs provide students with the in-depth knowledge of project management that can be invaluable to their careers. Much of our program content has been reviewed by the Project Management Institute (PMI�®) and found to be relevant and consistent with the knowledge and process areas described in the Guide to Project Management Book of Knowledge.

Small Class Size and Comfortable, Modern Learning Environments
At CTU, we believe our students should be as comfortable learning as we are educating. To stimulate classroom discussion and interaction, class sizes are kept small. Our campus also features executive comfort chairs, multimedia classrooms, and welcoming student lounges.

Flexible Learning Programs For Real-World Lifestyles
Colorado Technical University offers real-world degree programs designed to accommodate real-world lifestyles. Rather than requiring students to adhere to strict, rigid class schedules that can conflict with personal or professional responsibilities, we offer innovative options like our DegreeNOW program, which gives you the flexibility to complete your studies at night, online and on weekends. And our executive-format programs are designed specifically for working professionals.

Professional Career Services Provided
CTU is committed to helping students and alumni find the best employment opportunities. Our Career Services Department hosts career fairs and offers a range of services, including career development strategy, resume and cover letter assistance, individual student consultations and much more.

Career-Focused, Industry-Current Degree Programs
Course content at Colorado Technical University is frequently updated to provide current information as reflected by the world around us. This practice enables us to provide students with a meaningful education that can be immediately applied to the pursuit of a career or professional position that interests them. Program content is also relevant, industry-current knowledge in a specified field of interest.

Learning Environments Conducive to Professional Growth
At Colorado Technical University, we encourage our faculty and administrative team to engage in scholarly and professional activities that support the university's mission and the needs of its students, the communities surrounding our campuses and the industries supported by the motivated professionals who graduate from our schools.
Degree Programs
Masters - Business Administration - Executive (MBA)

The Executive MBA is a professional degree, intended for those who aspire to increasing levels of responsibility in business and industry. The emphasis of this program is on skills and knowledge that tomorrow's business leaders need: intellectual and geographic perspective of our global economy, critical thinking and decision-making skills, accounting and finance, and organizational processes. The CTU MBA also encompasses information technology management and project management competencies.

Masters - Business Administration - Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM)

The MBA-HRM degree is designed to prepare you to integrate human resource functions into an organization's strategic plan. Long-range planning approaches, developing leadership vision and how to survive and thrive through organizational change are included in this program. You can learn effective recruiting and retaining/retraining options and how to protect the employee' and the organization's best interests.

Masters - Business Administration - Logistics/Supply Chain Management (MBA-L/SCM)

The MBA-L/SCM degree program can prepare you with an understanding of the relevance and applicability of logistics methods as they relate to business management. You can learn quantitative and qualitative management techniques in the areas of production logistics, product design, distribution and life cycle analysis.

Masters - Business Administration - Project Management (MBA-PM)

The MBA-PM degree program can prepare you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become an effective project manager, including time/conflict management; teams and HR strategies; risk analysis and management; scheduling techniques; organizational and processes; costing and budgetary controls; procurement and contracting; and implementation and assessment.

Masters - Computer Science - Software Engineering (MSCS-SE)

The MSCS-SE degree concentration can prepare you to contribute to the overall development and implementation of large-scale, complex software systems. Content includes development and evaluation of software design, integration and testing, process improvement practices, quality assurance and risk management in the development process.

Masters - Computer Science - Computer Systems Security (MSCS-CCS)

This program helps you prepare for increasing levels of responsibility in planning, developing, integrating and managing computer systems. The systems security focus can equip you to develop a security policy, formulate an implementation plan, design and implement security measures, and monitor and manage an organization's computer security system.

Masters - Management - IT/Project Management (MSM-IT/PM)

The MSM-IT/PM degree program is designed to prepare you to integrate and manage an organization's information and technology tools and leverage their effectiveness through the application of industry-recognized project management principles.

Masters - Electrical Engineering (MSEE)

The MSEE degree program is designed to provide industry-current knowledge of modern systems design applied to emerging and evolving technical fields. There is an emphasis on digital communications. Project management course components provide a practical, industry-recognized knowledge base to address today's resource optimization and products delivery challenges.

Bachelor - Business Administration - Human Resource Management (BSBA-HRM)

The human resource management concentration can prepare you as an HR professional to participate as a member of the management team, with expanded studies in the legal environment, customer service and competitive issues, management structure and processes, and professional communication skills.

Bachelor - Business Administration - Management (BSBA-MGM)

The management concentration expands your studies into more advanced managerial concepts and strategies such as project risk management, strategy development and human resource issues. You can further customize your program through choice of electives, including accounting, economics, money and capital markets, team building, logistics or sales.

Bachelor - Business Administration - Logistics/Supply Chain Management (BSBA-L/SCM)

This degree concentration addresses the principles and techniques of systems management and logistics, including the fundamentals of analysis, design, implementation and customer support. You can build a strong foundation in analytical components including pricing and distribution as well as collaboration and management strategy.

Bachelor - Project Management (BSPM)

The project management degree program is based on the Project Management Institute's (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) - the recognized industry standard. You can build a strong base of practical, real-world applications and undergraduate foundational studies in areas including English, math, social science and technology. You can learn real-world project planning; time and conflict management; human resource management; risk analysis and management; CPM/PERT, Grant and other scheduling techniques; an understanding of organizations, teams and processes; budgeting and cost control systems; contracting and negotiating.

Bachelor - Computer Science (BSCS)

In this degree program, students can develop a strong base of practical, real-world skills from professors who are also computer science professionals. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, you can learn computer programming languages, computer network systems and software engineering skills. The systems security and project management components of this degree add competitive, industry-current skill sets.

Bachelor - Information Technology (BSIT)

In this degree program, students can develop a strong base of practical, real-world business and technology skills. You can learn to link software and hardware needs to support business goals. You can develop an information system knowledge combined with technical computer capabilities. The inclusion of contemporary themes such as information system security and project management bring added relevance to this program.

Bachelor - Information Systems Management (BSITM)

In this degree program you can learn to plan, implement, maintain and manage computing and information technology. Professional communication, team building and project management techniques build competitive soft skill sets that add to your marketability. The BSITM degree can provide the foundation for a career as a network engineer, network operational analyst, certified systems engineer, systems administrator, IT manager, business analyst, systems analyst, IT project leader or sales account representative.

Bachelor - Criminal Justice (BSCJ)

CTU's bachelor's degree in criminal justice is designed to build a strong base of practical, real-world applications from professors who are experienced professionals. In addition to foundational undergraduate studies, students can learn industry-standard skills in areas such as interview and interrogation, crime scene investigation and psychological criminal profiling. Built on a solid knowledge of the law and the courts, the skills and techniques you can learn are applicable in the many facets of the criminal justice system. You can also develop the professional and technical skills to empower you as a criminal justice professional ready for advancement.

Bachelor - Computer Engineering (BSCE)

In this program, you can learn both electrical engineering and computer science skills. You will draw from each discipline to improve the hardware/software interface and to integrate software demands directly into the hardware design. You can develop all-important communication and interpersonal skills to help you interpret customer requirements and produce technology solutions.

Bachelor - Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

In this program, you can gain skills to analyze and design digital electronic components and systems, modern communication systems, large-scale electrical networks and CMOS integrated circuits. You can learn how microcontrollers are integrated into products such as multimedia entertainment systems, and gain invaluable teamwork skills.

Associate - Business Administration - Management (ASBA-MGM)

This degree program emphasizes a strong base of business fundamentals including critical-thinking and decision-making skills. You can learn practical, real-world applications from professors with extensive business experience. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies in areas including English, math, social science and technology, you can learn presentation techniques, technology application and research basis.

Associate - Computer System Support (ASCSS)

In this degree program, you can learn how to install, maintain, and upgrade modern computer systems. You can gain specific knowledge of personal computers, operating systems, servers, computer networking hardware and software, computer security, and wireless systems. You can also obtain the skills necessary to analyze and solve technical problems in modern computers and networks.

Associate - Information Technology (ASIT)

The information technology degree program is designed to develop a strong base of practical, real-world business and technology skills from professors who are also IT professionals. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, you can learn to link software and hardware needs to support business goals. You can develop a fundamental understanding of business along with technical skills such as computer languages, client-server networks, Web publishing, and database and spreadsheet applications.

Associate - Criminal Justice (ASCJ)

In this degree program, you can learn the basics of criminal thinking and gain important skills such as report writing; intake assessment and evaluation for work with juvenile and victim advocacy, family court work, child and youth work, loss prevention, fraud investigations, court administration, homeland security, crisis work, customs, juvenile correction work and court-appointed special advocate.

Associate - Electronics Technology (ASET)

In this degree program, you can learn how electronic systems work, about digital design and embedded microcontrollers, and acquire basic knowledge about computer networks. You can gain the skills to analyze problems, measure and test components, and maintain electronic systems.

Associate - Accounting

An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increased scrutiny of company finances will spur the job growth of accountants and auditors. Increasingly, accountants also are assuming the role of a personal financial advisor. In response to market demand, these financial specialists will offer more financial management and consulting services as they take on a greater advisory role. In addition to openings resulting from growth, the need to replace accountants and auditors who retire or transfer to other occupations will produce numerous job openings.

The Associate of Science in Accounting degree program is designed to equip you with a variety of basic accounting skills that will be useful in an entry-level accounting position. The curriculum provides you with an opportunity to develop the intellectual, interpersonal and communication skills that are needed to succeed in the business world.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the Associate of Science in Accounting degree program should be able to:
  • Apply the knowledge and skills of accounting, management, business mathematics, and the liberal arts to identify, resolve, and communicate relevant accounting issues.
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the importance of the moral standards embodied in the professional code of ethics.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate in written and verbal modes of communication.
  • Manage a complete set of accounts for a small to moderate-size organization.
  • Show the ability to formulate and resolve complex problems independently and creatively.

Associate - Computer Systems Security

According to the Department of Labor, careers involving network systems and security are included among the decade's fastest growing occupations. Network systems professionals are needed to design, install and support an organization's LAN, WAN and Internet systems.*

Colorado Technical University's career-focused Associate of Science in Computer Systems Security (ASCSS) degree program is designed for students interested in providing day-to-day onsite administrative support for software users in professional offices, small businesses, large corporations and government.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Career Guide to Industries, 2008-09 Edition, Computer Systems Design and Related Services, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs033.htm (visited February 18, 2008).

Associate - Digital Media Design

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, demand for graphic designers should increase because of the rapidly expanding market for Web-based information and expansion of the video entertainment market, including television, movies, video and made-for-Internet outlets.

In addition to postsecondary training in graphic design, creativity, and communication and problem-solving skills are crucial. Graphic designers also need to be familiar with computer graphics and design software. A good portfolio?a collection of examples of a person's best work?often is the deciding factor in getting a job.*

Colorado Technical University's Associate of Science in Digital Media Design focuses on preparing innovative people with the knowledge and skills to become key players in creative organizations. Emphasis is on helping artists and designers understand business practices, work well in team and individual environments and become skilled in industry standard software.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos090.htm (visited November 8, 2007).

Associate - General Studies

Associate's degrees can open doors for individuals who are ready to gain entry-level career skills or who aspire to build a foundation for advanced studies.

The Associate of Science in General Studies (ASGS) is a flexible associate's degree designed to allow you to structure a program to meet your specific needs. Even if you don't know what major you wish to pursue, the ASGS is a great place to start since it exposes you to a wide range of topics while allowing for career exploration. It is an excellent option if you plan to pursue a baccalaureate degree.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the ASGS degree program should be able to:
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the importance of the moral standards embodied in the professional code of ethics.
  • Communicate in written and verbal modes of communications.
  • Show an understanding of the diverse national and global cultural environments in which they work.
  • Work effectively as a problem-solving team member.
  • Access, evaluate, and use information to create knowledge.
  • Solve complex problems independently and creatively.
  • Demonstrate competence in a chosen field.

Associate - Marketing

In a competitive global market, successful businesses realize the importance of understanding their markets and developing relationships with their customers. All marketing activities are designed to help get a good or service to users/consumers, to change behaviors or to influence ideas. Marketing skills are a necessity in nearly every setting and profession in order to ensure economic survival.

Bachelor - Accounting

An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increased scrutiny of company finances will spur the job growth of accountants and auditors. Increasingly, accountants also are assuming the role of a personal financial advisor. In response to market demand, these financial specialists will offer more financial management and consulting services as they take on a greater advisory role. In addition to openings resulting from growth, the need to replace accountants and auditors who retire or transfer to other occupations will produce further job openings.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSACC) degree program is designed to equip you with a variety of skills including corporate accounting, taxation, governmental and not-for-profit accounting, and auditing. This unique program also builds in skills training to prepare you with the knowledge required to not only become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management accountant (CMA), but also prepare you to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP).* In addition, the curriculum provides you with an opportunity to develop your intellectual, interpersonal and communication skills so that you can succeed in the business world.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the BSACC degree program should be able to:
  • Apply the knowledge and skills of accounting, management, business mathematics, and the liberal arts to identify, resolve, and communicate relevant accounting issues.
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the importance of the moral standards embodied in the professional code of ethics.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate in written and verbal modes of communication.
  • Manage a complete set of accounts for a small to moderate-size organization.
  • Show the ability to formulate and resolve complex problems independently and creatively.
  • Identify, formulate, and communicate the relevant accounting issues in the Sarbanes-Oxley era.
  • Prepare, comprehend and interpret the required financial statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Distinguish between financial, managerial and tax accounting principles and practices.


* CTU does not guarantee third-party certifications. Certification requirements for taking and passing certification examinations are not controlled by CTU but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agencies without notice to CTU. Therefore, CTU cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

Bachelor - Advertising and Digital Media Design

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations and sales managers is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through 2014, spurred by intense domestic and global competition in products and services offered to consumers.

Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations and sales manager jobs are highly coveted, and college graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity and strong communication skills should have the best job opportunities. College graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity and strong communication skills should have the best job opportunities.*

Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Digital Media Design focuses on helping creative students learn how to manage media campaigns and design requests from concept to completion.

Real-World Career Opportunities
This career-focused degree program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills and credentials to pursue interesting positions in creative fields like:
  • Advertising
  • Marketing
  • Package Design
  • Public Relations
  • Promotion
  • Web Design
  • and other related industries

Bachelor - Business Administration - Marketing Management

In a competitive global market, successful businesses realize the importance of understanding their markets and developing relationships with their customers. All marketing activities are designed to help get a good or service to users/consumers, to change behaviors or to influence ideas. Marketing skills are a necessity in nearly every setting and profession in order to ensure economic survival.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Marketing Management is designed to prepare you to understand and apply marketing, sales and management principles in order to contribute to organizational success. The program focuses on the crucial interface between an organization and its customers and includes such topics as research, analysis, decision-making and application, consumer behavior, strategic marketing planning, and the tools and methods of communication.

This degree program was designed according to the national marketing education standards developed by the Marketing Education Resource Center. The curriculum is also based on the marketing standards outlined in the National Standards for Business Education by the National Business Education Association (NBEA).

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the BSBA with a concentration in Marketing Management should be able to:
  • Explain the core areas of marketing within an organization.
  • Analyze the benefits and consequences of marketing activities on the physical environment and on the lives of buyers.
  • Develop appropriate career and professional skills for the field of marketing.
  • Discuss the major social and regulatory issues facing direct marketers today, including, but not limited to, the role of the World Wide Web, and consumer data privacy.
  • Discuss how to organize, staff, and train a sales force.
  • Discuss the marketing research process, including problem definition, research design, data collection, date analysis, and the result communication.
  • Discuss the appropriate role and functions of marking research in the marketing process, including the strengths and limitations of marketing.

Bachelor - Computer Systems Security

A key requirement in today's technical environment is to protect organizational systems from theft of data, unauthorized change or access, and other acts of crime. Today's technical industry is growing at a fast pace, and it is essential that industries keep abreast of the latest changes and be prepared to combat computer crime that are enabled by new advances in technology.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Security (BSCSS) degree program aims to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge and skills in various aspects of security as it relates to computer systems. Students will study the essentials of computer systems security, including network security; Web, Internet and E-commerce security; and wireless security. This program will expose students to essential skills, techniques, and knowledge necessary to deploy and manage security systems and configure security solutions.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the BSCSS degree program should be able to:
  • Explain network communication protocols and the supporting network hardware.
  • Demonstrate a proficiency in a current programming language.
  • Explain the importance of security in an organization as well as security architecture for common computer platforms and applications.
  • Describe the relationship between criminal law and computer and cyber crime and concepts for collecting, analyzing, recovering and preserving forensic evidence.
  • Identify computer systems security problems and configure security solutions to solve them.
  • Explain current regulations, statutes, treaties and laws of other countries regarding legal aspects of computer systems security.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of analyzing and evaluating security risks, monitoring and detection techniques, and contingency planning and disaster recovery, and formulate security policies and propose an implementation plan of these policies.
  • Identify and apply the fundamental knowledge needed to secure computer systems using available hardware and software.

Bachelor - Digital Media Design

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, demand for graphic designers should increase because of the rapidly expanding market for Web-based information and expansion of the video entertainment market, including television, movies, video and made-for-Internet outlets.

Many talented individuals are attracted to careers as graphic designers. Individuals with a bachelor's degree and knowledge of computer design software, particularly those with web site design and animation experience, will have the best opportunities. Graphic designers must continually keep up to date with the development of new and updated software. A good portfolio?a collection of examples of a person's best work?often is the deciding factor in getting a job.*

Colorado Technical University's Bachelor of Science in Digital Media Design focuses on preparing students to develop skills in solving marketing and communication challenges with a wide range of creative digital solutions. Industry-current skills in these areas can be important for creative professionals seeking career opportunities in advertising agencies, design firms, public relations firms, video and film production companies, computer animation houses, printing companies, and in-house agencies.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos090.htm (visited November 8, 2007).

Bachelor - Software Engineering

According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer software engineers is expected to increase much faster than the average for all occupations from 2004 to 2014, as businesses and other organizations adopt and integrate new technologies and seek to maximize the efficiency of their computer systems.*

The explosive impact of computers and information technology on our everyday lives has generated a need to design and develop new computer software systems and to incorporate new technologies into a rapidly growing range of applications.

Colorado Technical University's career-focused Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering (BSSE) degree program is designed to prepare graduates to enter the expanding domain of software as an engineering discipline. This program engages students in the entire software development lifecycle effort, including requirements, architecture, detailed design, implementation, risk analysis, testing, deployment and finally software evolution.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos267.htm#outlook (visited November 7, 2007).

Doctorate - Computer Science

The Doctor of Computer Science program at Colorado Technical University is the terminal degree for computer science professionals, consultants and academics. The program encourages students to think and act strategically and facilitates in developing the ability to predict future trends and make positive contributions in their area of technical expertise.

Program Outcomes
  • Perform research that advances the field of computer science.
  • Effectively communicate technical material to non-technical decision makers.
  • Develop a software process improvement plan for an organization.
  • Design, test and implement an experiment, reporting on the results.
  • Evaluate established and emerging security systems.
  • Predict future trends and developments based on data and research.


Each year of the DCS program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a successful career in their chosen field.

Doctorate - Management

The Doctor of Management program at Colorado Technical University is designed to encourage the professional development of managers through mentoring, action research and practical projects, enabling them to make key leadership contributions in their area of expertise.

Program Outcomes
  • Attain familiarity with the body of knowledge in current management theory.
  • Become a subject-matter expert in a specialized area of management.
  • Develop a leadership style based on ethical and philosophical consideration.
  • Effectively manage change through strategic design and research.
  • Predict future trends through effective research and qualitative methods.
  • Contribute to management literature via literature reviews, practitioner articles and research articles.


Each year of the DM program is designed to provide candidates with the theoretical, research and application capabilities necessary to pursue a successful career in their chosen field.

Masters - Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a professional degree intended for those who aspire to increasing levels of responsibility in business and industry. An MBA is an investment in your future.

The MBA degree program is designed to provide you with a breadth of skills ranging from accounting to project management. The program revolves around managerial skills required in planning, organizing and controlling work in organizations. It focuses on directing, coaching and motivating people for effective performance. In addition, this program is designed to help you understand various management theories, essential management functions and their interrelationships, and the global environment of today's business.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the MBA degree program should be able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of effective, ethical leadership strategies and skills.
  • Conduct professional applied research.
  • Demonstrate competence in a chosen field.
  • Communicate information effectively.
  • Work effectively as problem-solving team members.
  • Understand the implications of the Internet on today's business.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of business administration, including the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve business problems.
  • Show a mastery of mathematics, statistics, accounting, finance, and economics to a sufficient degree to apply quantitative reasoning and analysis to business and management problems.

Masters in Business Administration - Insurance and Risk Management

As an increasing number of companies expand into global markets, individuals with a grasp of insurance-related risk-management skills are in greater demand. Those with knowledge of the technologies that are transforming the field of risk management can have an even greater competitive advantage.

Colorado Technical University's MBA with a concentration in Insurance Risk Management is designed to help students acquire these skills as they prepare to pursue management positions in the insurance industry. This program is available to students who have earned the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation of the American Institute for CPCU (AICPCU) and Insurance Institute of America (IIA).

Masters - Business Administration - Technology Management

Sophisticated networking, telecommunications and software applications are useless without managers who can orchestrate their capabilities. Professionals who understand how to effectively integrate and manage an organization's information and technology resources are in demand.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Technology Management is designed to prepare you to assist and lead organizations in the planning, development, operation and management of information technology systems. The program combines the technical aspects of information systems with the practical aspects of contemporary business. The curriculum blends information technology skills?such as database management, networking and telecommunications systems?with organizational skills in the major areas of business.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the MBA with a concentration in Technology Management should be able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of business administration, including the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve business problems.
  • Show a mastery of mathematics, statistics, finance, and economics to a sufficient degree to apply quantitative reasoning and analysis to business and management problems.
  • Conduct professional applied research.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the relational database application life cycle and the relational database management system environment.
  • Define the relational data model and determine whether a given database satisfies the properties of a relational database.
  • Define the OSI network model and implementations as they are used in computer and voice network implementations.
  • Define network transmission methods and describe network device operations.
  • Describe the Internet and analyze the TCP/IP protocol.

Masters - Accounting

According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor statistics, an increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws, and corporate governance regulations, and increased accountability for protecting an organization?s stakeholders will drive growth in the accounting industry.

As businesses grow, the volume and complexity of information reviewed by accountants and auditors regarding costs, expenditures, taxes, and internal controls will expand as well. The globalization of business also has led to more demand for accounting expertise and services related to international trade and accounting rules and international mergers and acquisitions.

An increased need for accountants and auditors also will arise from changes in legislation related to taxes, financial reporting standards, business investments, mergers, and other financial events. Applicants with a master?s degree in accounting or a master?s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting also will have an advantage.*

Colorado Technical University's market-driven Master of Science in Accounting (MSACC) degree program offers an advanced course of study designed to prepare students with a strong theoretical foundations and professional skills in the main functional areas of accounting, including financial reporting and assurance, management control and auditing, taxation and forensic accounting.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm#outlook (visited February 2, 2008).

Masters - Computer Engineering

The computer industry is one of the growing segments of the world economy. To maintain a competitive edge, industry and commerce must continue to make creative scientific and engineering advances as well as produce high-quality products. More than ever, successful businesses demand computer engineering professionals who can motivate and lead the technical workers responsible for these advances.

The Master of Science in Computer Engineering (MSCE) program emphasizes effective optimization of computer systems within organizations to strengthen competitive advantage. The program covers research, design, development and testing of computer hardware and software, along with the project management and leadership skills training necessary for increased responsibility in the engineering career field.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the Master of Science in Computer Engineering should be able to:
  • Design computer architectures.
  • Use techniques for life-cycle design of software systems.
  • Use modern information system security techniques.
  • Design advanced CMOS circuitry.
  • Effectively use project management techniques.

Masters - Computer Science - Database Systems

Today's successful organizations recognize the importance of high-performance database management systems, which can offer strategic advantages in the competitive marketplace. Yet, specialized skills are required to design, configure, and manage these data warehouses.

The Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) is designed to provide the student with an understanding of operating systems and networking, as well as knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process. The Database Systems concentration also provides the skills training necessary to effectively analyze, design, implement and optimize complex data repositories. Students can learn to transform data into powerful information systems for business.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the MSCS with a concentration in Database Systems should be able to:
  • Identify, describe and analyze database models, database languages, and database management systems.
  • Use industry-current techniques to design and implement databases and data warehouses to support an organization's information needs.
  • Apply database administration skills to maintain optimized performance of database applications, databases, and data warehouses.
  • Analyze the implications and effects on design, implementation, use, and performance of distributing a database across multiple nodes
  • Analyze risks, develop security policies, and apply effective techniques to maintain the integrity and security of an organization's databases.
  • Apply effective leadership strategies and skills.
  • Critically evaluate the issues that affect the development and modification of complex software systems.
  • Conduct professional, scholarly, applied research.
  • Acquire a breadth of knowledge and understanding of the field of computer science.
  • Use analytical and critical thinking skills for effective decision analysis and problem solving.

Masters - Criminal Justice

The Master of Science in Management (MSM) with a concentration in Criminal Justice is designed to meet the emerging administrative and leadership needs of the criminal justice system. The criminal justice field is expanding in the areas of corrections, law enforcement, law and the courts, and in many types of diversionary and ancillary programs that support the system. As a result, those with leadership and management skills, and those with expertise in program evaluation, budgeting and policymaking will help forge the future of the criminal justice system.

This program is designed specifically to develop the knowledge base and skills essential to those who will become the managers of people, money and programs, and leaders in planning and decision-making in the criminal justice system. These skills are applicable to a wide spectrum of employment areas for both public and non-profit organizations within the criminal justice system and ancillary agencies.

The MSM with a concentration in Criminal Justice was developed with the direction of leaders in the criminal justice industry and reflects the balance needed for developing quality administrative skills along with the information base necessary to enhance responsible policy-making.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the MSM with a concentration in Criminal Justice should be able to:
  • Discuss trends in the development of public policies and apply management principles and policy analysis techniques to current issues facing criminal justice and juvenile justice agencies.
  • Use research results to enhance administrative problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Explore proactive strategies that reflect responsible organizational values.
  • Examine how court rulings, public opinion, research finding, and legislative actions have influenced justice-related policies.
  • Analyze the realities of translating public policy into operational practice in law enforcement, correctional and juvenile justice agencies.
  • Evaluate the impact and cost-effectiveness of justice policies and organizational practices.
  • Identify innovative approaches for developing rational, fiscally responsible policy choices.
  • Apply management and leadership theories to the challenges faced by modern public safety agencies.

Masters - Systems Engineering

In the design of today's complex products and systems, too much is at stake not to approach product and system development in a systematic manner. Commercial and government contractor companies must apply design processes that provide for detailed analysis of the requirements, requirements traceability, detailed documentation, modern design synthesis techniques and a thorough validation that the design meets specifications. In addition, designers and managers must observe accepted quality assurance standards and employ appropriate project management techniques to ensure that budget, schedule and quality requirements are met.

The Master of Science in Systems Engineering is designed to help you learn these essential skills, which otherwise could take years of experience on the job to obtain. This program has been designed by industry experts to meet industry needs for systems engineering (SE) skills.

What skills can I learn?
Students who successfully complete the Master of Science in Systems Engineering should be able to:
  • Plan, manage and participate in the complete SE life-cycle process and sub-processes from commercial industry and government contractor perspectives.
  • Select and apply modern SE tools, including operations research, system modeling/simulation/test methods, synthesis techniques, process control and system integration tools.
  • Define the role and scope of SE and its interface with the related areas of project management, operations, logistics, performance, test, manufacturing, training and support, reliability/maintainability, quality assurance and disposal.
  • Select and apply appropriate industry/government standards, models, metrics and documentation standards incorporated in SE practice.
  • Apply oral and written communications skills essential to the SE process.