Certificate Programs

OCU Certificate Programs

Providing a variety of options

Oakland City University offers certificate programs in several fields of study.

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OCU + NECA Certificates

Business Today and Tomorrow….

Oakland City University is partnering with NECA to offer 5 online certificates through NECA Educational Advancement Resource Network (EARN). All certificates include credit-based courses that can lead towards an Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s degree.

About the National Electrical Contractors Association

NECA is the voice of the $171 billion electrical construction industry that brings power, light and communication technology to buildings and communities across the U.S. Our national office and 118 local chapters advance the industry through advocacy, education, research and standards development. A diverse group of nearly 4,000 member companies account for approximately 300 million manhours per year.

How To Get Started…

  • Complete the free online application at the following link: https://www.oak.edu/admissions-and-aid/admissions-application/apply-adult-professional-studies-program
    • Select NECA for the campus option.
    • Select non-degree seeking for student type (this can be changed to a degree later with your advisor).
  • For the graduate classes, email a current resume to [email protected]
  • Congrats on taking the first step towards getting enrolled! You will be contacted by an advisor to complete your registration!

If you have questions about the certificate program contact:

Dr. Cathy Robb, Dean School of Business
[email protected]
618-302-0988

or

Dr. Jervaise McDaniel, Associate Professor/Graduate Faculty
[email protected]
618-302-1320

Dyslexia Training at OCU

Oakland City University is happy to announce its Dyslexia Training Program, a combination online/in-person program, with 20 hours of online coursework and an additional 20 hours of in-person coursework. The program is open to educators with valid Indiana teaching license. Information on enrollment and start dates will be available soon.

Cost for the program is $2,400 per student.

Contact Information

Bridget Lueken Ed.D
[email protected]812-749-1483

Certificate in Christian Studies

The Certificate in Christian Studies requires 30 semester hours. The curriculum offers basic and practical courses needed by pastors and laypersons involved in local church ministry. Electives in Christian Studies are approved by the faculty advisor.

Required Courses

  • BIB-201 Old Testament Literature
  • BIB-205 New Testament Literature
  • CE-201 Introduction to Christian Education
  • CH-201 Introduction to Church History
  • CM-301 Evangelism and Church Growth

Choose 15 Hours of Unrestricted Electives with the Approval of the Advisor

Graduate Certificate in Management

The School of Business offers a certificate program in Management. The program is 3 classes (or a total of 9 semester hours).

Graduate Certificate in Leadership

The School of Business offers a certificate program in Leadership. The program is 3 classes (or a total of 9 semester hours).

Certificate in Marketing

The School of Business offers a certificate program in Marketing. The program is 3 classes (or a total of 9 semester hours).

Certificate in Management

The School of Business offers a certificate program in Management. The program is 4 classes (or a total of 12 semester hours).

Certificate in Accounting

The School of Business offers a certificate program in Management. The program is 4 classes (or a total of 12 semester hours).

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