Compliance and Ethics Certificate

15 Hours

Program Description

The graduate Certificate in Compliance & Ethics prepares students to assume a leadership role in the field of compliance and ethics in government agencies, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.  The program is taught at an advanced level but is suitable for individuals who have some experience in compliance or who have previous experience in occupations that required some knowledge of compliance areas (e.g., IT, HR, healthcare, law) and are seeking to make a career change.  Graduates of the certificate program will be prepared to sit for one or more of the major compliance certification exams.

Certificate Requirements

• CSCI 6010 - Cyber Security Foundations  
• COMP - 6100 - Fundamentals of Ethics & Compliance  
• COMP 6200 - Compliance Program Design and Management  
• COMP 6300 - Data Management and Information Technology  
• COMP 6400 - Advanced Management of Compliance Risk  

Students must achieve a grade point average of 3.0 or higher in the required courses to receive the certificate, with no grade below “C” in the required courses.

Overall Program Goals

• Provide students with an advanced level of knowledge, skills, and abilities that will prepare them for leadership roles in the field of compliance and ethics.
• Prepare students to identify and address compliance issues related to significant legislation governing compliance.
• Enable students to develop and implement effective compliance and ethics programs in organizations.
• Equip students with an advanced knowledge and skill at using tools to assess, evaluate, and mitigate compliance and ethics risks in organizations.

Admission Eligibility

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (as defined in the Graduate Catalog) is required.

Technology

While the program is primarily asynchronous, online synchronous meetings may be required for program orientation and occasionally throughout the program. Students are expected to:

• Engage in electronic collaboration using email, email attachments, and using the basic functions of software for electronic meetings (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Develop proficiency with the learning management system(s) used to administer courses.
• Be competent using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Have access to a computer that will run required software (not just a cell phone, tablet, or Chromebook).
• Follow additional technology guidance found at https://ung.edu/information-technology/FAQ.php