Boost Your Skills and Credibility.
NCWU Corporate Training Programs are your training hub for professional development. These programs offer short-term, non-degree online professional development courses for nonprofits, IT, project management and other areas to prepare you for the next level in your career. These non-credit Professional Development Courses for executives are the stand-out solution to set you apart in our current professional workforce.
Executive or Professional Certificates of Completion Highlights
- Non-credit corporate training for CEOs program that provides professional development or training within industries students currently work or aspire to be in.
- Students pay for these learning opportunities out-of-pocket or through employer education assistance. These are typically shorter in length and offer training on a very specific skill set.
- Students do not earn college credit for these programs; however, documentation is provided to prove completion of learning outcomes and count toward professional development or continuing education units for career growth.
- Learning outcomes may qualify students to apply/test for specific certifications not administered by NC Wesleyan University.
As part of the Practical Skills Academy, you’ll gain direct access to industry professionals. If you are an executive, a business professional or CEO, you will experience a first-person account of an expert’s career, education or training, and the ability to work directly with them to enhance your skills.
Nonprofit Virtual Bootcamp
Nonprofits are facing record inflation, workforce shortages, declining donations, increased demand for services and more.
NCWU offers a one-week professional development certificate of completion program designed for those seeking to advance their careers in fundraising and nonprofit administration. A workshop-based combination of hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge that helps you gain the skills you need to set yourself apart as a nonprofit organization. NCWU Corporate Training Programs allow you to expand your continuing education experience while gaining knowledge in the nonprofit sector.
Key Course Takeaways:
- Your Nonprofit as a Business
- Demystify the Nonprofit Organization
- Grant Writing
- Attracting and Retaining Shareholders
- Best Practices for Employees
Who Should Enroll
- Executives, CEOs and directors
- Leaders, administrators, and new board members
- Decision-making staff
- Lawyers who serve the nonprofit sector
Course Length
1 Week
Format
100% Online
Class Size
Under 25 Students
Commitment
1-2 Hours Per Day
Project Management Certificate of Completion
NCWUs Project Management Certificate of Completion is a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of project management. The non-credit course, offered by industry experts, covers a wide range of topics including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and communication strategies. Through a combination of theoretical coursework and practical exercises, participants will gain a solid foundation in project management principles and best practices.
This program is highly regarded for its emphasis on real-world applications and industry-relevant training. Participants will have the opportunity to work on case studies and engage in collaborative projects, simulating actual project scenarios and challenges. The program is facilitated by experienced industry professionals and renowned faculty members who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom.
Upon completion of this Corporate Training Program, you will possess the skills necessary to successfully lead projects, effectively manage teams, and deliver projects on time and within budget. This certification serves as a valuable credential, demonstrating a candidate’s commitment to professional development and enhancing their career prospects in the competitive field of project management.
Who Should Enroll
- Team Leaders and Managers
- Project management professionals preparing to take the PMP exam
- Professionals in charge of project management efforts or tools
- Associates responsible for the success of team projects and initiatives
Course Length
1 Week
Format
100% Online
Class Size
Under 25 Students
Commitment
1-2 Hours Per Day
*Completion of courses does not result in official transcripted credits. These workshop-based courses will result in certificates of completion and may be used to demonstrate competency in particular skills, courses, and technologies.
Courses within the Corporate Training Programs are not intended to be:
- Credit-bearing courses offered pursuant to a degree path
- Limited to or taught in the semester or 8-week term schedules of the University.
These courses are taught in a variety of lengths, formats, and modalities appropriate to the subject matter and the needs of corporate, non-profit, or public sector partners.
Students participating in these courses are not formally enrolled at North Carolina Wesleyan, do not pay tuition, and do not count in NCWU enrollment data.
