Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

  • Total Courses

    14-18

  • Total Credit Hours

    84-140

In our Quality Management program at University of North Carolina, we provide students with a comprehensive and well-rounded education in the world of advertising. Our expert faculty members foster a supportive learning environment, guiding students to develop the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities required to excel in the field of advertising.

Introduction to Business provides an overview of business principles and practices. Students study business operations, management, and the fundamentals of the business world, preparing them for careers in business and entrepreneurship.


This course covers the essentials of marketing. Students learn about marketing strategies, consumer behavior, and marketing concepts, preparing them for careers in marketing and advertising.


Focuses on effective business communication. Students learn about professional communication, writing, and presentation skills essential for success in the business world and effective communication in professional contexts.


Fundamentals of Accounting introduces students to basic accounting principles and practices. Topics include financial reporting, recording transactions, and interpreting financial data, providing a foundational understanding of accounting.


Provides an introduction to finance principles. Students learn about financial management, investment strategies, and financial decision-making in business, equipping them with the knowledge necessary for effective financial management.


Covers management and administration principles in business. Students explore organizational management, leadership, and business administration practices, preparing them for leadership roles in business organizations.


Examines the principles and practices of e-business. Students learn about e-commerce, online marketing, and the impact of technology on business operations, equipping them for roles in e-business and digital entrepreneurship.


Focuses on human resources management in the business world. Students study HR principles, staffing, performance management, and employment law, providing them with the skills to manage human resources effectively in business organizations.

The course on Principles of Management Skills focuses on developing essential management skills. Students learn about leadership, decision-making, and effective communication in a management context, offering valuable skills for effective management.


Gain an introduction to quality management, covering the principles of quality control, quality assurance, and quality management in various industries. Analyze quality management practices, quality standards, and process improvement.


Learn about statistical quality control, emphasizing the application of statistical methods and quality control techniques in manufacturing and service industries. Analyze statistical process control, quality metrics, and quality improvement methods.


Explore the basics of total quality management, emphasizing quality improvement, process optimization, and quality control in organizations. Analyze TQM principles, quality assessment, and continuous improvement practices.


Gain insights into quality engineering, emphasizing the principles of quality engineering, product design, and quality control techniques. Analyze quality engineering practices, product testing, and quality management in engineering processes.


Explore special topics in quality management, emphasizing advanced topics, emerging trends, and specialized areas in quality management. Analyze quality management innovations, best practices, and quality management research.

TUITION

Fees Breakdown Cost
ASSOCIATE TO BACHELOR'S DEGREE (ABA) $18,480
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $18,480
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At the University of North Carolina, we champion the synergy of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education ensures that exceptional learning doesn't come with an exorbitant price. We unlock the gates to knowledge, extending students the opportunity to flourish without the heavy weight of overwhelming tuition costs, empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

84-140

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

14-18

Core Business Foundation:

The program traditionally commences by imparting students with a strong grounding in fundamental business disciplines, including but not limited to accounting, marketing, finance, management, and organizational behavior. This comprehensive foundation ensures that students gain a holistic grasp of the inner workings of businesses.

Advancing Professional Growth and Building Valuable Networks

Outside the confines of the lecture hall, the College of Business underscores the paramount importance of fostering professional growth and cultivating influential networks. Our students are provided with a diverse array of avenues, including career fairs, industry conferences, and engaging guest speaker events.

Engaging in International Business Endeavors

the College of Business, our dedication lies in equipping students for triumph in a world marked by globalized business dynamics. Our programs furnish distinctive avenues for international involvement, encompassing study abroad initiatives, global business competitions, and partnerships with multinational corporations

Introduction To Business (BA-031)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Business Environment
     Competing In Global Markets
     Demonstrating Ethical Behavior And Social Responsibility
     Entrepreneurship And Starting A Small Business
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Business Management
     Adapting Organizations To Today’S Markets
     Producing Worldclass Goods And Services
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Employee Behavior And Motivation
     Leadership And Decision Making
     Human Resource Management And Labor Relations
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Marketing: Building Customer Relationships
     Pricing, Distributing, And Promoting Products
     Information Technology For Business
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Financial Information And Accounting
     Money And Banking
     Financial Management

Marketing Essentials (BA-064)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Defining Marketing For The 21st Century
     Developing Successful Marketing And Organizational Strategies
     Scanning The Marketing Environment
     Ethical And Social Responsibility In Marketing
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Consumer Behavior
     Understanding Organizations As Customers
     Understanding And Reaching Global Consumers And Markets   
     Marketing Research: From Customer Insights To Actions
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Market Segmentation, Targeting, And Positioning
     Developing New Products And Services
     Managing Successful Products And Brands
     Services Marketing
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Marketing Channels And Wholesaling
     Retailing
     Integrated Marketing Communications And Direct Marketing
     Advertising And Public Relations
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sales Promotion, Personal Selling And Sales Management
     Developing Pricing Strategies And Programs
     The Strategic Marketing Process

Business Communication (BA-226)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Business Communication In Today’S Workplace
     Mastering Team Skills And Interpersonal Communication
     Planning Business Messages
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing Business Messages
     Completing Business Messages
     Crafting Messages For Electronic Media
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing Routine And Positive Messages
     Writing Negative Messages
     Writing Persuasive Messages
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing And Completing Reports And Proposals
     Preparing And Delivering Presentations
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Building Careers And Writing Résumés
     Applying And Interviewing For Employment
     The Importance Of Effective Communication In The Workplace

Fundamentals Of Accounting (BA-375)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Accounting Matters
     The Building Blocks Of Accounting
     Financial Statements
     Double Entry System
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Business Transaction Analysis
     The Trial Balance
     Cash Flows And The Timing Of Transactions
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adjusting Entries
     Completing The Accounting Cycle
     Financial Reporting And Analysis
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Evaluation Of Profitability
     Inventories 
     Accounting For Common Stock Issues
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Dividends
     Long Term Assets
     Cash, Receivables And Reconciliation

Introduction To Finance (BA-608)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Finance
     The Role Of Financial Markets Financial Intermediaries
     Time Value Of Money
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Annuities
     Risk And Return
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Analysis Of Financial Statements
     Financial Ratios
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Interest Rates And Bond Valuation
     Stock Valuation
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Capital Budgeting Cash Flows
     Capital Budgeting Techniques

Management & Administration (BA-686)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management And Its Evolution
     Managing In A Global Environment
     Managing Social Responsibility And Ethics
     Managing Employee Diversity
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Organizational Culture And Change
     Entrepreneurship
     Strategic Management
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing The Planning Process
     Decision Making
     Managing The Structure And Design Of Organizations
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Resource Management
     Leading And Motivating Others
     Managing Communication
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Teams
     Operations Management
     Managing Information Systems

E-Business (BA-707)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The World Of E-Business
     E Business Strategy
     Spotting E Business Trends
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     E Business Relationships
     E-Business Technological Infrastructure
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Wireless Technologies For E Business
     Enterprise E-Business Systems
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Electronic Commerce Systems
     Demystifying E-Procurement: Buy-Side, Sell-Side, Netmarkets, And Trading Exchanges 
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     E-Business Network And Web Site Security
     E-Business Web Site Management

Human Resources (BA-785

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Strategic Human Resource Management: An Overview
     Equal Employment Opportunity And Human Resources Management
     Job Analysis And Design
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Strategic Planning And Hr Planning
     Recruiting Employees
     Selection And Placement
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Training And Development
     Performance Management And Appraisal
     The Organizational Reward System
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Base Wage And Salary Systems
     Incentive Pay Systems
     Managing Employee Benefits
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A Safe And Healthy Work Environment
     Union/Management Relations
     Managing Human Resources Globally

Principles Of Management Skills (INB-048)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Developing Self-Awareness
     Managing Personal Stress
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Solving Problems Analytically And Creatively
     Building Relationships By Communicating Supportively
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Gaining Power And Influence
     Motivating Others
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Conflict
     Empowering And Delegating
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Building Effective Teams And Teamwork
     Leading Positive Change

Introduction To Quality Management (QMA-063)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Total Quality Approach To Quality Management
     Strategic Management: Planning And Execution. Definition/Overview: Strategic Management Is The Art, Science And Craft Of Formulating, Implementing And Evaluating Cross-Functional Decisions That Will Enable An Organization To Achieve Its Long-Term Objectives. It Is The Process Of Specifying The Organization'S Mission, Vision And Objectives, Developing Policies And Plans, Often In Terms Of Projects And Programs, Which Are Designed To Achieve These Objectives, And Then Allocating Resources To Implement The Policies And Plans, Projects And Programs.
     The Total Quality Approach To Quality Management
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Quality Culture: Changing Hearts, Minds And Attitudes.
     Customer Satisfaction And Retention
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Employee Empowerment
     Overview Of Total Quality Tools
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Education And Training.
     Customer Satisfaction
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Total Quality Approach To Quality Management
     The Total Quality Approach To Quality Management

Introduction To Statistical Quality Control (QMA-110)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Quality Improvement In The Modern Business Environment
     Modeling Process Quality
     Statistics And Sampling Distributions
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Methods And Philosophy Of Statistical Process Control
     Control Charts For Variables
     Control Charts For Attributes
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Process And Measurement System Capability Analysis
     Cumulative Sum And Exponentially Weighted Moving Average Control Charts.
     Other Univariate Statistical Process Monitoring And Control Techniques
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Multivariate Process Monitoring And Control
     Engineering Process Control And Spc
     Factorial And Fractional Factorial Experiments For Process Design And Improvement
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Process Optimization With Designed Experiments
     Lot-By-Lot Acceptance Sampling For Attributes
     Other Acceptance-Sampling Techniques

Basics Of Total Quality Management (PMT-560)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Total Quality Management
     Leadership
     Customer Satisfaction
     Employee Involvement
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Continuous Process Improvement
     Supplier Partnership
     Performance Measures
     Benchmarking
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Information Technology
     Quality Management Systems
     Environmental Management System
     Quality Function Deployment (Qfd)
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Quality By Design
     Failure Mode And Effect Analysis (Fmea)
     Products Liability
     Total Productivity Maintenance
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management Tools
     Statistical Process Control (Spc).
     Experimental Design
     Taguchi'S Quality Engineering

Quality Engineering (QMA-564)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Quality: The Fundamentals
     A Process View Of Quality
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management Issues In Achieving Quality
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Stabilizing Quality
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Improving Quality
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conclusion

Special Topics In Quality Management (QMA-691)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Establish Direction And Goals
     Establish Clear Roles And Ground Rules For Teams
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Establish Accountability
     Develop Team-Leadership Skills
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Develop Communication Skills
     Develop Conflict-Management Skills
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Establish A Well-Defined Decision-Making Process And Empower Team Members
     Establish Positive Team Behaviors
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Recognize And Reward Team Performance
     Make Teamwork Part Of The Culture