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Associate-to-Bachelor's in Contract Management Arbitration

1 Year
Duration
14
Courses
84
Credit Hours
$24,000
Total Cost

This completion track is designed for students holding an Associate Degree who want to advance into contract negotiation, compliance tracking, and dispute resolution processes. Students build on foundational contract knowledge to manage contracts more independently.

Offered in a flexible one-year format, the program allows transfer credit to apply toward the 84 required credit hours, and a capstone bridge project has students draft and analyze a full contract scenario. Graduates are prepared for roles such as contract administrator or compliance coordinator.

1
Core Courses
8 Courses
BA 031
Introduction to Business
A foundational look at how organizations are structured, financed, and run in today's competitive marketplace.
  • Business ownership structures and formation
  • Roles of key business functions
  • Introduction to the global business environment
BA 064
Marketing Essentials
An introduction to identifying customer needs and building strategies that connect products with the people who want them.
  • The four Ps of marketing
  • Segmenting and targeting audiences
  • Building a basic marketing plan
BA 226
Business Communication
Building the written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills needed to succeed in a professional business setting.
  • Professional writing and correspondence
  • Effective presentation techniques
  • Interpersonal and cross-functional communication
BA 375
Fundamentals of Accounting
An introduction to the accounting cycle and the financial statements that record and report business activity.
  • The accounting equation and double-entry system
  • Preparing income statements and balance sheets
  • Recording and adjusting journal entries
BA 608
Introduction to Finance
Core concepts of financial management, including how businesses raise, allocate, and manage capital.
  • Time value of money principles
  • Sources of business financing
  • Basic risk and return concepts
BA 686
Management & Administration
Practical grounding in planning, organizing, and overseeing the daily operations of a business unit.
  • Principles of organizational planning
  • Supervising and coordinating teams
  • Administrative decision-making basics
BA 707
E-Business
An exploration of how digital technology and the internet are reshaping commerce, operations, and customer engagement.
  • E-commerce business models
  • Digital marketing and online customer engagement
  • Technology infrastructure for online business
BA 785
Human Resources
An overview of the practices organizations use to recruit, develop, and retain a productive workforce.
  • Recruitment and selection processes
  • Employee training and performance management
  • Compensation, benefits, and workplace policy
2
Specialist Courses
6 Courses
CMA 108
Introduction to Contract Management
Covers the basic elements and lifecycle of a business contract.
  • Basic elements of a valid contract
  • Contract lifecycle overview
  • Common contract terms
CMA 122
Basics of Dispute Resolution
Introduces the main methods for resolving contract disputes.
  • Negotiation versus mediation versus arbitration
  • Basic dispute resolution steps
  • When disputes escalate to court
CMA 136
Contract Compliance Basics
Covers the fundamentals of tracking contract obligations.
  • Tracking key contract dates
  • Basic compliance monitoring
  • Flagging contract risk
CMA 250
Contract Drafting and Negotiation
Covers drafting clear contract language and negotiating favorable terms.
  • Drafting clear contract clauses
  • Negotiation tactics for contracts
  • Identifying risky contract language
CMA 362
Commercial Arbitration Processes
Covers how commercial arbitration proceedings are conducted.
  • Arbitration process and procedure
  • Selecting and working with arbitrators
  • Enforcing arbitration awards
CMA 474
Vendor and Supplier Contract Management
Covers managing ongoing contract relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Vendor performance tracking
  • Renewal and renegotiation strategy
  • Managing multi-year vendor agreements
$24,000
Total Program Cost
$286
Per Credit Hour
84
Total Credit Hours

Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.

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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.

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