UC Irvine Extension – University of California, Irvine – Learning Experiences that Transform Your Life

From the OC Business Journal – August 6, 2001

Set yourself apart from the competition. Prove you're the best candidate for a new job or promotion, or successfully start a brand-new career with a certificate from UC Irvine Extension in these Business, Management and Legal Programs.

Project Management Certificate Program
Bring projects in on time and within budget. The results of this program will be visible in your leadership effectiveness, risk analysis and decision-making capabilities, improved management style, and overall job performance. Developed and offered in collaboration with the Project Management Institute (PMI), the recognized authority in the profession, our program delivers essential cutting-edge knowledge and skills. The curriculum is based on an organized sequence of courses that cover the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), the fundamental knowledge base for project management. Many courses are offered in an accelerated format so you can earn a certificate in two quarters. UC Irvine Extension is a PMI Registered Education Provider Program.

Human Resources Management Certificate Program
Effective human resources managers are strategic partners with line management, ensuring bottom line objectives can be met through appropriate human resources planning. Offered in collaboration with the National Human Resources Association (NHRA), course work reflects the most current HR activities and functions. You'll leave with the knowledge and skills required to successfully fulfill the role of human resources generalist. Consider a career in HR management if you have experience in administration, employee relations, or general management.

Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program
Enjoy the independence and freedom you've always wanted in a career by becoming a Certified Financial Planner™. As a CFP Board-Registered Program, it's guaranteed you'll obtain the knowledge and professional skills you need in order to provide financial advice and services on a broad range of money matters. UC Irvine Extension's program fulfills the educational component for the CFP™ certification. Earning the right to use the CFP™ mark lets the public know that you have demonstrated competency in financial planning. If you have professional experience as a CPA, insurance agent, banker, teacher, or attorney, consider cross-training into a rewarding financial planning career.

Paralegal Certificate Program
One of the fastest growing occupations in California, paralegal positions have expanded beyond the traditional law firm to industries such as banking, healthcare, real estate, and the nonprofit sector. Our program is highly respected in Southern California and is approved by the American Bar Association. Instructors are from leading law forms and corporations, selected for their knowledge and competence in the law. Consider training cross-professionally if you are a legal secretary, title searcher or examiner, court clerk, or have other related experience.

New! Short Business Seminars – Try Us!
Take one or more of our short business seminars this fall. Packed with results-oriented information that can be used in the workplace right away, our short seminars are perfect for busy professionals with tight schedules. Discover the art of managing, learn to deal with difficult people, obtain new marketing strategies for competitive advantage, acquire professional sales skills – and much more!

For more information, call (949) 824-5528 or online at http://www.unex.uci.edu.