Complete Your Education Goals Faster with Accelerated Programs & Courses
WCC’s accelerated programs and courses are designed for students seeking flexibility, juggling a demanding schedule, or wanting to make a career move right away. Most accelerated courses can be completed in a few short weeks and certificates can be earned in a single semester. New for Winter 2022 is an Accelerated Business Associate Degree that can be completed in 17 months!
By definition, courses within accelerated programs are consolidated into shorter periods than the traditional 15-week semester. That compressed workload means you will do more in less time. Some students thrive in this fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; others are better suited to a more traditional academic schedule. We suggest you speak with an academic advisor to find out if an accelerated program/course is the right fit based on your learning style and outside obligations.
Learn more about accelerated courses
Winter Accelerated Program Options
New - Accelerated Business Associate Degree
This 17 month program consists of 8 sessions that are 6-weeks long. This degree program was designed specifically for students who are ready to start now, quickly complete their degree, and is 100% online. Students in this program will be assigned a dedicated coach and a study cohort to help them stay on track and successfully complete their degree.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENV 101: Environmental Science I & Lab | #14625 | 4 | 6 | Online Only |
| ACC 111: Principles of Accounting I | #14626 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| ACC 122: Principles of Accounting II | #14627 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| ART 130: Art Appreciation | #14628 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| BMG 230: Principles of Management | #14629 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
These courses have limited enrollment, require commitment to the 17 month program and approval from an advisor before enrolling in courses.
Supply Chain Essentials Certificate
This certificate of completion is designed for individuals working in the industry who are seeking advancement in their field. This program is embedded in the Supply Chain certificate and associate of applied science degree programs. Completion of the certificate program will prepare the student to take two industry approved certification exams. The exams are the Certified Logistics Association Certification (CLA) and the Certified Logistics Technician Certification (CLT).
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 181: Introduction to Supply Chain Management | #14598 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| BMG 182: Introduction to Supply Chain Management | #14599 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
HR Essentials Accelerated Certificate
This 9-credit hour certificate can be earned in one semester. Learn human resources essentials and obtain a valuable resume credential in just 12 weeks.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 230: Principles of Management | #14600 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| BMG 240: Human Resources Management | #14601 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| BMG 279: Organizational Management | #14602 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
HR Essentials Accelerated Certificate
This 9-credit hour certificate can be earned in one semester. Learn human resources essentials and obtain a valuable resume credential in just 12 weeks.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 230: Principles of Management | #14603 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| BMG 240: Human Resources Management | #14601 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| BMG 279: Organizational Management | #14602 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
Certificate in Business Enterprise Basics
Start the journey to a career in business with WCC’s Business Enterprise Basics Certificate. This certificate can be achieved in just one semester. All five courses are offered consecutively online in 3-week sessions.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 111: Principals of Accounting I | #14606 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| BMG 140: Introduction to Business | #14607 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| BMG 207: Business Communication | #14608 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| BMG 230: Principles of Management | #14609 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| BMG 250: Principles of Marketing | #14610 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
Management Certificate - Online
Earn a Management Certificate at WCC in just one semester by taking two courses at a time or all of the courses each one night a week. This certificate offers students, in any occupation or trade, an opportunity to acquire the management skills needed to advance their career.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 230: Principals of Management | #14611 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| BMG 273: Managing Operations | #14612 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| BMG 279: Organizational Management | #14613 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
| BMG 291: Project Management | #14614 | 3 | 6 | Online Only |
Management Certificate - Face-to-face
You can earn a Management Certificate at WCC in just one semester. All of the courses are offered one night a week. This certificate offers students, in any occupation or trade, an opportunity to acquire the management skills needed to advance their career.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 230: Principals of Management | #14615 | 3 | 15 | Face-to-Face |
| BMG 273: Managing Operations | #14616 | 3 | 15 | Face-to-Face |
| BMG 279: Organizational Management | #14617 | 3 | 15 | Face-to-Face |
| BMG 291: Project Management | #14618 | 3 | 15 | Face-to-Face |
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate - Online
Transform ideas into a business opportunity with the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate. Three consecutive 5-week classes are all it takes to turn a dream into reality.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours* |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 101: Entrepreneurship I | #14619 | 5 | 5 | Online Only |
| BMG 109: Entrepreneurship II | #14620 | 5 | 5 | Online Only |
| BMG 209: Entrepreneurship III | #14621 | 5 | 5 | Online Only |
| *An additional 9 credit hours from any WCC Business or Occupational program are required to complete the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate. | ||||
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate - Face-to-face
Transform ideas into a business opportunity with the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate. Three consecutive 5-week classes are all it takes to turn a dream into reality.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours* |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 101: Entrepreneurship I | #14622 | 5 | 5 | Face-to-Face |
| BMG 109: Entrepreneurship II | #14623 | 5 | 5 | Face-to-Face |
| BMG 209: Entrepreneurship III | #14624 | 5 | 5 | Face-to-Face |
| *An additional 9 credit hours from any WCC Business or Occupational program are required to complete the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate. | ||||
Sports and Entertainment Certificate
In this program, students will focus on the unique sports and entertainment management industries. They will be introduced to the variety of sports and entertainment employment opportunities such as ticket sales, event management or representing a professional athlete or team. Students will develop analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that sports and entertainment industry employers are looking for. Innovative instruction from professionals and collaborative learning will enhance their experience.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG 166: Sports and Entertainment Communication | #14822 | 3 | 5 | Online Only |
| BMG 168: Facilities and Event Management | #14823 | 3 | 5 | Online Only |
| BMG 169: Sports and Entertainment Marketing | #14825 | 3 | 5 | Online Only |
Accounting Accelerated Courses
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 122: Principles of Accounting I | #14630 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| ACC 111: Principles of Accounting II | #14631 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
| ACC 122: Principles of Accounting II | #14632 | 3 | 3 | Online Only |
Computer Networking Academy | One Semester Bootcamp
This is the first time this certificate is being offered in an accelerated format. Earn this high demand credential in just 13 weeks and be on your way to a career as a network technician.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNT 206: Introduction to Networks Accounting I | #14777 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CNT 216: Routing & Switching Essentials | #14778 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CNT 226: Enterprise Networking | #14779 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CNT 295: CCNA Test Prep | #14949 | 1 | 1 | Online Only |
C++ Programming | One Semester Bootcamp
Complete an Advanced Certificate in C++ Programming in just 12 weeks by taking three consecutive 4-week courses in one semester. This advanced certificate program prepares students for a career in computer programming where they will write C++ code and develop applications utilizing object-oriented programming techniques.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPS 171: Introduction to Programming with C++ | #14780 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| CPS 271: Object Features of C++ | #14781 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
| CPS 272: Data Structures with C++ | #14783 | 3 | 4 | Online Only |
Principles of Cybersecurity | One Semester Bootcamp
This advanced certificate provides in-depth learning of cybersecurity technology while emphasizing executing a vulnerability analysis of an organization’s network and network hardening to reduce risk. You will learn various tools to perform analysis and ensure network security.
| Course | CRN | Credit Hours |
Weeks | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSS 200: Introduction to Network Security | #14784 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CSS 205: Network Penetration Testing | #14785 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CSS 210: Network Perimeter Protection | #14786 | 4 | 4 | Online Only |
| CSS 295: Cybersecurity Test Prep | #14950 | 1 | 1 | Online Only |
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