Lifelong Learning Brochure

Lifelong Learning at Daniels

AREAS OF Focus Here at Daniels, we specialize in a variety of topics.

Some areas of focus are:

LEADERSHIP

The Daniels Leadership Model teaches elements of self-leadership, team leadership, organizational dynamics and the outside factors that play into building a great organization. We also specialize in refining communication skills and heightening emotional intelligence. Whether in our multi-day Denver Leadership Experience immersion or in any class in our Master of Science in Management program, you will become a stronger leader and more effective communicator.

MARKETING

EVERY SEAT HAS A STORY

What’s Yours?

Whether you’re starting a career, in a job search or still trying to figure it all out, The Daniels College of Business has a seat for you.

From quick online classes to full degree programs, find the option that’s right for you, at any time in your career. We specialize in a variety of topics, and then deliver content to you in the way that’s most convenient based on your schedule and style of learning.

And we’re pleased to offer options for individual learners and for organizations that want their staff to learn the same set of skills.

Take a deep dive into marketing with our offered courses. We focus on marketing analytics and research, brand management, advertising, lead generation, pricing analysis and sales forecasting, digital marketing, consumer insights and more.

And specifically for our marketing students, we have the Consumer Insights and Business Innovation Center, where you can conduct in-depth audience research for real-world clients.

SUPPLY CHAIN

Supply chain has implications for just about every industry. We have industryleading experts in-house who teach how to manage the flow of products from raw material sourcing to manufacturing, transportation and inventory management. Learn how this valuable topic intersects with other skill sets like logistics, IT and financial planning.

FINANCE/ACCOUNTING

Between our graduate degrees and executive education classes, we’ve got you covered if you want to refine your skills in finance and accounting. We even offer Finance for Non-Financial Managers, a three-day workshop that immerses any business professional in financial reports, budgets and more.

REAL ESTATE

We teach the full cycle of real estate, construction and asset management, all built on a foundation of business principles. Our programs—in person or online— prepare you to be a truly integrated project leader. Our offerings fit those in real estate or in construction, or we can combine them to help round out your experience.

ANALYTICS

In today’s environment, regardless of the career you’re in, analytical skills will serve you well. We specialize in data management, statistics, business modeling, evidence-based decision making and more. We also are able to train individuals and companies in analytics software like Tableau, PowerBI, R and more.

BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

From AI capabilities, which automate much of the business world, to virtual experiences that bring the world to your backyard, we’re staying on top of technological trends so that you can do the same. Our faculty and staff have expert knowledge in technology and its impacts on the business world.

for Delivery

METHODS

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS At Daniels, we offer master’s programs to fit your schedule, interests and long-term career aspirations. We have four MBA programs—a full-time offering, an evenings-based program, a program targeted to those who have 10+ years’ experience and an online option. We also have specialized master’s degrees in a variety of disciplines: marketing, management, business analytics, applied quantitative finance, accounting, and real estate and the built environment.

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE A Daniels graduate certificate lets you quickly gain new skills and knowledge to advance or shift your career. Earn a valuable credential at your own speed or take the first step toward a master’s degree.

Daniels graduate certificates offer challenging courses and experienced faculty from Daniels’ master’s programs, lifelong support and advising, access to Daniels’ powerful alumni network of 40,000 people worldwide and more.

REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: You must submit a completed online application, your transcripts from all college institutions attended, your resume, an essay and your GMAT or GRE scores.

Upon review, you will complete an admissions interview. Some programs require work experience as well.

Some programs have spring and fall start dates, while others begin only in the fall.

Classes take place during the week for our full-time programs or in the evenings and on weekends for our part-time programs.

REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: You must submit a completed online application, your transcripts from all college institutions attended, your resume and an essay.

GMAT and GRE scores are not required for certificate applications.

You may begin a certificate program in any quarter.

If you want to continue your studies after you finish your certificate, you can apply applicable courses to any of our MBA programs or our specialized master’s degrees if you earn a B or better.

EXECUTIVE EDUCATION Executive Education courses are a cost- and time-effective solution for both experienced and developing leaders. Courses are practical, relevant and quick-hitting programs that bring working professionals up to speed on classic business disciplines and cutting-edge topics.

We offer workshops that range from a one-day class to a multi-day immersion in both in-person and online formats. These workshops can be taken for graduate-level credit or not for credit.

Our custom solutions are tailored to your unique needs.

REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: There are no educational requirements to take courses that aren’t for credit, but content is geared toward business professionals. If taking courses for credit to apply to a degree, a bachelor’s degree is required.

You may pick from pre-planned workshops or custom solutions. Both occur year-round.

Workshops may be taken for credit or not.

Daniels Executive Education is your source for the merger of business school expertise with industry relevancy delivered with excellence and succinctness.

EXECUTIVE PHD A doctoral degree can help you join the academic world, either full or part time. But it can also make you a game-changing performer in your current field.

You’ll become a more skilled and confident executive, facing your company’s challenges with high-quality research approaches empowering you to identify inventive, evidence-based solutions.

Or you can branch out as a consultant and guide other businesses to success. While at Daniels, we will facilitate research in the specialty of your choice, and you will work closely with faculty who are top researchers in their fields of expertise.

REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS: To apply, you must submit a written application. Finalists selected from among the applicants will be invited to a hands-on research workshop here on campus. The final requirement is a proposal due two weeks after the finalist workshop.

Enrollment in this program is only available in the fall.

Learn through a blended format that includes distance learning and two on-campus immersions per quarter.

Contact us today to build customized learning solutions for you or your company.

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