Institute for Professional Development

Please note that by visiting and using our site(s), you are consenting to the collection, use, and transfer of your information as described in this policy. If you do not consent to the collection, use and transfer of your information as described in this policy or if you are under 13 years of age, you should not provide any information to us and you may not use this site.

We reserve the right to append or otherwise modify this privacy policy at any time so please re-visit this page periodically to check for updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, and will be subject to, the changes to the privacy policy after such notice has been posted except in the case where you have opted to have your information removed as set forth below.

Who We Are

The Institute for Professional Development (IPD) (including affiliates providing services on our behalf) is an organization that provides comprehensive marketing services, in addition to other services, for our client colleges and universities. IPD is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. We therefore want to inform you what information we collect, how it is used, and how you can contact us to modify or remove your information. Please note, however, that a request to modify or remove your information will only modify or remove your information from our list. We are not responsible for the use any other organizations may make of the information once it has been transferred as set forth below and you will need to contact such entity(ies) to have your information modified or removed from their database.

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We can be reached by telephone at 602-557-1688, or via email at privacypolicy@ipd.org.

Information We Collect

For each visitor to our Web page, our Web server automatically recognizes certain non-personally identifiable information including, but not limited to, your domain name and IP address.

In addition, we collect personally identifiable information that is volunteered by you, including but not limited to your contact information (e.g. mailing address, email addresses, telephone numbers, etc.), educational experience, and/or degree programs of interest.

How We Use This Information

The information we collect is used by us for various purposes, including contacting you for marketing purposes, to inform you about our client colleges' and universities' educational offerings, and in order to make modifications to our site to enhance your user experience.

In addition, from time to time, we make the information collected available to other organizations, including but not limited to other colleges or universities whose products or services we think you might find interesting.

Sale of Assets/Acquisition of IPD

If IPD sells assets or IPD is acquired or merged with another entity, you agree that IPD may provide to such entity all information that you have provided that is related to that part of our business that was sold to or merged with the other entity without obtaining your further consent.

Governing Law

IPD is a United States corporation with its principal place of business located in Arizona. By using this site, you agree that the interpretation and enforcement of this policy shall be governed by the laws of the state of Arizona without regards to its conflicts of law provisions.

Our Security Measures

We will take commercially reasonable measures to secure and store your information to protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of information under our control. Although we will utilize such measures, we do not guarantee you against the loss, misuse, or alteration of your information.

Children's Privacy

We are very sensitive to the issue of children's privacy. Our site(s) are neither developed for, nor directed at children under 13 years of age. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information or registered at one of our sites, and you would like to have this information removed, please contact us.

If you have any questions about any of these practices, please let us know by contacting us at 602-557-1688, or via email at privacypolicy@ipd.org.

November 1, 2008

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program is designed to enable students to work effectively in today's complex business environment. Designed to provide an effective balance of theory and practical experiences, the program promotes a complimentary relationship between job skills and classroom applications. It also emphasizes skill development in the areas of decision-making, business communications and quantitative analysis. This undergraduate program includes a 48-credit core curriculum, which constitutes the major course of study. General education and elective credits are also required to fulfill the 123 semester hour requirements for the BBA degree. Courses are offered sequentially.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to develop and enhance the management and analytical skills necessary for effectiveness in public and private industry. The program concentrates on the functional areas of business. These include, but are not limited to, management, accounting, finance, economics, and strategic planning. The curriculum is structured sequentially, with participants taking one course at a time. The Master of Business Administration program requires the completion of a 41 credit curriculum. All courses in the Master of Business Administration program are designed to recognize the global impact on business and industry.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM) is a graduate level program for those seeking professional competence in the field of human resource management. The Concentration is a series of five three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and three taken on-line. In addition, an online preparation course for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification exam is provided for those seeking professional certification in the field.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing is a graduate level program that is ideal for business leaders who define and implement the marketing functions of a firm. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, one taken in regular classes in the MBA and five taken on-line.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Leadership is a graduate level program providing advanced and specialized learning about theory and practice for individuals in leadership positions. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and four taken on-line.

The Master of Education program is designed to encourage the development of the professional educator. The program concentrates on an educational framework that supports the advancement, application, and integration of relevant theory and practice within the classroom. In order to assume leadership positions, teachers must become competent in curriculum content, design, and implementation use of instructional strategies appropriate for the developmental level of students and appropriate for each curriculum area. The Master of Education program provides a strong theoretical base that examines philosophical, psychological, and research-oriented issues.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program is designed to enable students to work effectively in today's complex business environment. Designed to provide an effective balance of theory and practical experiences, the program promotes a complimentary relationship between job skills and classroom applications. It also emphasizes skill development in the areas of decision-making, business communications and quantitative analysis. This undergraduate program includes a 48-credit core curriculum, which constitutes the major course of study. General education and elective credits are also required to fulfill the 123 semester hour requirements for the BBA degree. Courses are offered sequentially.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to develop and enhance the management and analytical skills necessary for effectiveness in public and private industry. The program concentrates on the functional areas of business. These include, but are not limited to, management, accounting, finance, economics, and strategic planning. The curriculum is structured sequentially, with participants taking one course at a time. The Master of Business Administration program requires the completion of a 41 credit curriculum. All courses in the Master of Business Administration program are designed to recognize the global impact on business and industry.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM) is a graduate level program for those seeking professional competence in the field of human resource management. The Concentration is a series of five three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and three taken on-line. In addition, an online preparation course for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification exam is provided for those seeking professional certification in the field.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing is a graduate level program that is ideal for business leaders who define and implement the marketing functions of a firm. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, one taken in regular classes in the MBA and five taken on-line.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Leadership is a graduate level program providing advanced and specialized learning about theory and practice for individuals in leadership positions. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and four taken on-line.

The Master of Education program is designed to encourage the development of the professional educator. The program concentrates on an educational framework that supports the advancement, application, and integration of relevant theory and practice within the classroom. In order to assume leadership positions, teachers must become competent in curriculum content, design, and implementation use of instructional strategies appropriate for the developmental level of students and appropriate for each curriculum area. The Master of Education program provides a strong theoretical base that examines philosophical, psychological, and research-oriented issues.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program is designed to enable students to work effectively in today's complex business environment. Designed to provide an effective balance of theory and practical experiences, the program promotes a complimentary relationship between job skills and classroom applications. It also emphasizes skill development in the areas of decision-making, business communications and quantitative analysis. This undergraduate program includes a 48-credit core curriculum, which constitutes the major course of study. General education and elective credits are also required to fulfill the 123 semester hour requirements for the BBA degree. Courses are offered sequentially.

The Bachelor of Business - Human Resource Development (BBA-HRD) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools needed to assist organizations in improving their human resource assets. This program includes courses in management and development to ensure that students have a well-rounded understanding of the HRD function and the role it can play in organizational success. This program is designed to balance theory and practical experience in an application oriented environment.

The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Management prepares graduates who are academically, ethically, and professionally prepared to accept the leadership challenges of the current and future aviation industry. Depending on their career goals, students in the Aerospace Management Programs can select from concentrations in either Aviation Business or Aviation Maintenance Operations. Coursework in aerospace, management, and general education courses are provided to ensure that students meet the residency requirements for graduation from Averett University. Offered at Quantico only.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to develop and enhance the management and analytical skills necessary for effectiveness in public and private industry. The program concentrates on the functional areas of business. These include, but are not limited to, management, accounting, finance, economics, and strategic planning. The curriculum is structured sequentially, with participants taking one course at a time. The Master of Business Administration program requires the completion of a 41 credit curriculum. All courses in the Master of Business Administration program are designed to recognize the global impact on business and industry.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM) is a graduate level program for those seeking professional competence in the field of human resource management. The Concentration is a series of five three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and three taken on-line. In addition, an online preparation course for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification exam is provided for those seeking professional certification in the field.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing is a graduate level program that is ideal for business leaders who define and implement the marketing functions of a firm. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, one taken in regular classes in the MBA and five taken on-line.

The Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Leadership is a graduate level program providing advanced and specialized learning about theory and practice for individuals in leadership positions. The Concentration is a series of six three-credit courses, two taken in regular classes in the MBA core curriculum and four taken on-line.

The Master of Education program is designed to encourage the development of the professional educator. The program concentrates on an educational framework that supports the advancement, application, and integration of relevant theory and practice within the classroom. In order to assume leadership positions, teachers must become competent in curriculum content, design, and implementation use of instructional strategies appropriate for the developmental level of students and appropriate for each curriculum area. The Master of Education program provides a strong theoretical base that examines philosophical, psychological, and research-oriented issues.