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## Saginaw Valley State University Professional Development
Delivered through convenient hybrid learning methods (online and in-class sessions), our courses are designed to fit around your busy lifestyle.
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## Human Resources Training
Partnered with the nationally recognized Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), our human resources learning programs set the standard in the world of HR.
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## Michigan's Certified Public Manager Program
SVSU is the ONLY organization in Michigan accredited by the National Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Consortium--our Michigan CPM Program is the most comprehensive management course in the state.
## Physical Agent Modalities Program
PAMPCA LLC, our nationwide occupational therapy partner, will provide you the training and contact hours you need to become certified in the use of physical agent modalities in your state.
## Online Learning Programs and Digital Certification Courses
Want to develop your personal skills from your home? Want to prepare for a career by taking a tailored certification course? Check out our Online Learning Programs below!
# Welcome to SVSU's Office of Professional Development
### We are here to help you become a leader in your industry or career field, or simply to enrich your personal skillset. Our professional development programs are designed and taught by professionals in every industry to give you the experience and knowledge you need to stand out. Our courses are flexible--whether you're a stay at home parent, a small-business owner, or a full-time student, we want you!
#### *Click the buttons below to explore our professional development programs!*
## Main Courses
## Online Learning Courses
## Customized Training
### Looking for a training program we don't currently offer? Want a customized course tailored to your business or organization's needs? Contact us here to inquire about our specialized training opportunities to help us craft a course specifically for you. We will work with you on a person-to-person basis to help set up the perfect professional development program for you!
#### *It is our goal as the Professional Development Office of Saginaw Valley State University to utilize the resources of our great organization to help all local businesses, non-profits, and other organizations. Email us at opd@svsu.edu for questions or information.*
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**SVSU's Professional Development**
Curtiss Hall C201,
7400 Bay Road,
University Center, MI 48710
opd@svsu.edu
(989) 964-4048
(989) 964-4000
7400 Bay Road
University Center,
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# Michigan's Certified Public Manager Program
#### Saginaw Valley State University is home to the only public manager program accredited by the National Certified Public Manager Consortium®. This program is great leadership training for public service employees, in leadership roles and elected officials. The program consists of nine (9) curriculum competencies covered in a 10-month period that is delivered through a convenient hybrid course format; specifically designed for the busy professional in mind.
## Cohort 18 Application is Available!
*To Apply for this Cohort Click here:  *
*Space is limited and the first consideration for admission to the program will go in order of when applications are received.*
**What?**
A 308-hour accredited management training and certification program that provides a comprehensive course of study, built on recognized public management theories, tools, and best practices; and trains managers to apply these theories and practices to the challenges they face as individuals and leaders in the service of the public.
**General Information:**
**Cohort 18 applications are currently available by clicking the link above. Applications will be accepted until the cohort is at capacity. If capacity is reached before fall, an option to hold a fall cohort will be visited. Cohort 17 is currently closed for registration and is underway.**
The Michigan CPM Program is delivered using a hybrid format as follows:
**Tentative Cohort 18 Schedule:**
| When? | Where? | How? |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2/21/2025 | In-person | 5 face-to-face lectures |
| 3/21/2025 | Virtual | 5 virtual lectures |
| 4/18/2025 | In-person | Hands-on participation and discussion with professional day-to-day scenarios |
| 5/16/2025 | Virtual | Selected reading assignments to align with the 9-course competencies |
| 6/20/2025 | In-person | A capstone project and presentation |
| 7/18/2025 | Virtual | A comprehensive exam |
| 9/19/2025 | In-person | A graduation ceremony |
| 10/17/2025 | Capstone Presentations |  |
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**Who Should Attend?**
**The Michigan CPM Program is appropriate for a wide range of persons in public service careers, as well as persons in leadership roles who are seeking management training, including:**
* Persons with some, and even considerable, experience in the public sector who can benefit from the conceptual foundation and analytical framework provided by the program
* Persons whose interests lie primarily in the nonprofit sector given its public service orientation
* Elected officials, middle managers, professionals who have program management responsibilities but may not supervise employees directly, and supervisors of professional staff – e.g., firefighters, law enforcement, public health care officials, public works, and other personnel from state and local government agencies
* Administrative personnel in universities, advocacy, grant-making, and civic organizations
**Program Cost**
The total cost for the course is **$2,995.00**.
\* Payment options including delayed billing are available for the FY 24-25 season.
**Benefits**
Starting in the academic year (August 2018), anyone who completes the CPM training program (and produces proof of completion for Cohort 9 or newer) will be granted 6 credits (two classes) toward the Master of Public Administration Program. The candidate will need to apply for the MPA program and be successfully admitted before granting the 6 credit hours. For more information on SVSU's MPA program visit <
**Cancellation and Refund Policy**
Michigan Certified Public Manager® (MCPM) Program Refund Policy
Students who withdraw from the program up to two weeks before classes start will receive a refund of the program fees paid less a $300 cancellation charge. Students withdrawing after this, but before the start of the first class may receive a refund of the program fees less $600. Students withdrawing from the programs after the start of the first class but before completing the first online course may transfer to the next scheduled program offering but their program fees will not be refunded.
Students who enroll in a payment plan are obligated to pay the full course fee if they cancel at any time after the two-week deadline or after the start of the course. Students will be allowed to transfer to the next scheduled MCPM® course.
* All transfers into future courses are accepted with a ~9% transfer fee calculated from the original registration costs. Transfers are also subject to the availability of spots in the future course.
**Sallie Mae Loan Option**
Click the button below to explore student loan options.
## CLICK  TO APPLY!
*Applications are being accepted now.  Space is limited.*
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# Certification Programs
### Our certifications will provide you with invaluable experience and knowledge, as well as help you standout from others in your industry. Learn more about the certification programs that Saginaw Valley State University offers by selecting one of the tabs below!
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## **Hospitality Management Certificate Program**
The Hospitality Management certificate program at SVSU gives individuals the opportunity to develop critical job skills necessary for event specialists. This program allows individuals to become certified in event planning in a convenient hybrid format. The content learned in these courses will prepare individuals to hold hospitality and event coordinator positions.  This certificate program is ideal for those new to the hospitality field and event planning professionals who have the desire to take the next step in their careers. Students will work directly with experts in this field throughout the entire program.
**Click here for additional information!**
1 year-long program made up of the following courses:
* Business Fundamentals
* Hospitality/Event Management
* Catering
* ServSafe/Tips Certification
* CPR
* Internship
**Where?**
Saginaw Valley State University and partnering businesses and providers
**How?**
1 year-long program
* 3 semesters of courses, including one internship
* 12 unit hours total
**When?**
| **Course** | **Unit Hours** | **Cost** | **Semester** |
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| Hospitality/Event Management | 4 | $1,000 | TBD |
| Culinary Arts | 4 | $1,000 | TBD |
| Internship | 4 | $1,000 | TBD |
**Program Costs?**
$250.00 per credit hour.
Program costs are divided up by semesters. For example, Fall 2023 semester fees are due the first week of classes.
**Payment Options**
This program is designed for individuals looking to gain or enhance skills in the hospitality industry.
Employment opportunities include:
* Conference coordinator
* Wedding planning professional
* Non-profit event coordinator
* Event manager
* Athletic Center Management
* Restaurant Team Lead
* Banquet Team Lead
This certificate can supplement any degree program or stand-alone to begin your career in event planning. The program offers a convenient, hybrid learning experience that can be completed in one year.
Students that withdraw from the program up to two weeks prior to the start of classes will receive a refund of the program fees paid less a $300 cancellation charge. Students withdrawing after this, but before the beginning of the first class may receive a refund of the program fees of less than $600. Students withdrawing from the programs after the start of the first class but before completing the first online course may transfer to the next scheduled program offering but their program fees will not be refunded.
Students who enroll in a payment plan are obligated to pay the full course fee if they cancel at any time after the two-week deadline or after the start of the course. Students will be given the opportunity to transfer to the next scheduled MCPM® course.
* All transfers into future courses are accepted with an ~9% transfer fee calculated from the original registration costs. Transfers are also subject to the availability of spots in the future course.
**Applications are now available!**
**Click  to apply!**
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## **International Tourism****Certificate Program**
**Certify today, and travel the world tomorrow!**
The International Tourism certificate program at Saginaw Valley State University aims to teach managerial skills within the tourism industry. This course will offer an introduction to the world’s largest industry, ranging from important definitions to applied skills and a concrete understanding of tourism as a lifestyle. Tourism leaders can positively impact their industry by using their newly acquired skills to make strategic management decisions, assess the impact of policy on tourism, communicate professionally, improve efficiency and effectiveness in managerial and operational methods, and lastly examine the future of the tourism industry.
**Interested? Contact us for more information!**
A weekend program made up of the following topics:
Introducing our team:
SVSU proudly presents a unique opportunity: the Introduction to International Tourism Certificate Program, developed in collaboration with renowned international guide and lecturer, Patrick Twomey.
* International Speaker
  + Gain insights from seasoned tourism professionals like Stuart Harvey, the only individual to hold certifications as both a London Blue Badge Guide and a Licensed Rome Guide.
* Tourism / Global Destination
  + Led by Patrick, embark on a journey around the world as we delve into major tourism destinations and attractions.
* Eco-Tourism
  + Discover the significance of eco-tourism in sustainability and economic development, from iconic sites like Yellowstone to newly protected areas in the Amazon.
* Local Tourism Insights
  + Learn about the economic impact and infrastructure development facilitated by local tourism, with special guest speakers.
* Mastering Travel Logistics
  + Delve into the intricacies of itinerary planning, adopting the mindset of tourism professionals.
* Health Talk
  + Receive expert guidance from a professional health nurse on maintaining wellness during travel.
* Career Opportunities
  + Explore the diverse career paths within the expansive tourism industry, along with transferable skills and applications.
* Culinary Lunch
  + Immerse yourself in global flavors with an international lunch, celebrating the culinary diversity integral to travel experiences.
Taught by Patrick Twomey, founder and chief guide of 2me Travel
**Where & When?**
In-person classes will be held at SVSU in Curtis Hall. Online synchronous classes will be held virtually through Zoom.
The commencement and conclusion dates for the class are still pending confirmation.
**Certification at a glance:**
* Virtual and in-person options
* Guest speakers from different nationalities
* International travel available upon completion of the course
* Opportunities for internships
$750
**Payment Options**
This program is designed for individuals who are looking to gain or enhance their managerial skills within the tourism industry.
* Travel Agents
* Lodging Managers
* Tour Guides
This certificate can supplement any degree program or stand-alone to develop a work-ready employee in the international tourism industry. This certificate will prepare you to serve in various management levels of the tourism industry. This weekend course makes it doable with busy schedules.
Students who withdraw from the program up to two weeks before classes start will receive a refund of the program fees paid less a $300 cancellation charge. Students withdrawing after this, but before the beginning of the first class may receive a refund of the program fees of less than $600. Students withdrawing from the programs after the start of the first class but before completing the first online course may transfer to the next scheduled program offering but their program fees will not be refunded.