Building a future in franchise management—newly launched online certificate

By admin | August 30, 2018

Aiming to address a current education gap in business education, the University of Louisville’s College of Business recently launched the innovative Franchise Management Certificate—designed to prepare franchisees to own their future!

Targeted toward current and future franchise owners, this program delivers expertise in areas fundamental to franchisee success such as franchise team management, franchise law, human resources management, finance, strategic planning and more.

The University of Louisville is working closely with the International Franchising Association (IFA) to align the requirements for credits to apply toward the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) certification.

“Understanding where the gaps in knowledge remain within the industry was crucial to developing a truly student-centered certificate program. Through close partnership with industry experts and experienced franchise managers, the Franchise Management Certificate emphasizes ‘real world’ application to best prepare graduates for a successful future in franchising.”
Todd Mooradian, Dean, UofL College of Business

Notably, the program offers 5-week terms, meaning students can complete the 6-course program one class at-a-time in a just over half a year.

The Franchise Management Certificate is the first in a series of specialized online certificate programs designed to support growth in key industries unique to Louisville.

“Online learning is an extremely important area of growth for the University of Louisville. We continuously strive to offer programs that deliver education at the standard of quality the University is known for while also meeting the needs of today’s adult learners. The online Franchise Management Certificate is just one example of our commitment to bring innovation to higher education.”
Kristen Brown, Associate Director, UofL Online

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University of Louisville Online Certificate in Accounting

Make A Career Move That Counts With UofL’s Online Certificate in Accounting

By admin | June 9, 2017

University of Louisville’s College of Business recently launched its online Certificate in Accounting, providing a flexible means for working professionals to start an accounting career.

With employment of accountants and auditors expected to grow 11% through 2024, and an anticipated 2.8% salary increase in 2017, qualified accounting professionals are in high demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, those who earn professional certifications, especially CPAs, are likely to have the best job prospects in the industry.

UofL’s Online Certificate in Accounting

UofL’s on-campus Certificate in Accounting program has a strong history of helping professionals start or transition into accounting careers. The expansion of the program to an online format greatly serves working professionals who seek additional career options, but who must also balance their professional and personal lives.

As described by Dr. Bill Stout, Director of the School of Accountancy at UofL:

“The online Certificate in Accounting was designed particularly for professionals who want to start or transition into an accounting career, but are unable to attend classes on campus. Our students come from a wide range of industries – from business to psychology to chemistry – and go on to lead successful careers as CPAs, auditors, banking and financial professionals, executive leaders within their organizations and more.”

With seven core accounting courses and four prerequisite courses, totaling 33 credit hours, graduates of the program will have sufficient accounting-focused credit hours to sit for Kentucky’s CPA exam. Note that Kentucky requires an additional 12 credit hours of business courses to sit for the exam.

The program offers 24/7 access to online courses, allowing students to work at their own pace when it’s most convenient. Dr. Stout adds, “The online accounting certificate is ideal for any professional seeking a flexible way to further their accounting career, especially as a CPA.”

Enrollment in the program requires a non-accounting bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, completion of prerequisites and a minimum GPA of 2.8.

How To Apply and Enroll

Download a free eBrochure to learn more about the online Certificate in Accounting curriculum, admission requirements and application deadlines. You may also reach out to our Online Learning enrollment counselors at 800.871.8635 or online@louisville.edu.

About UofL Online Learning

The University of Louisville currently offers online programs in various areas of study for adult learners who are not able to come to a physical campus, but want to earn a college degree or certificate and advance their career.

The University of Louisville is a nationally-recognized, metropolitan research university, with a commitment to the liberal arts and sciences, as well as the intellectual, cultural, and economic development of our diverse community of learners.

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