Digital 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!
Hospitality Management Digital 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.
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What?
1- year long program made up of the following courses:
- Business Fundamentals
- Hospitality/Event Management
- Catering
- ServSafe
- CPR
- Internship
Where?
Saginaw Valley State University and partnering businesses and providers
How?
1 year-long program
- 3 semesters of courses
- 1 semester of internships, 3 credits
- 17 credits total
When?
| Number | Course | Credit Hours | Cost | Semester |
| DC102 | CPR | 1 | $250 | FA 2021 |
| DC201 | Hospitality/Event Mgt | 4 | $1,000 | FA 2021 |
| DC103 | ServSafe | 1 | $250 | WI 2022 |
| DC202 | Catering | 4 | $1,000 | WI 2022 |
| DC101 | Business Fundamentals | 4 | $1,000 | SP 2022 |
| DC106 | Internship | 3 | $750 | FA 2022 |
Program Costs?
$250.00 per credit hour.
Program costs are divided up by semesters. For example, Fall 2021 semester fees are due the first week of classes.
Payment Options
Sallie Mae Loan Option
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Who Should Attend?
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
Benefits
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.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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.
Sports Administration Digital Certificate Program
The Sports Administration Certificate program at Saginaw Valley State University aims to fulfill a marketplace need for high-quality athletic administrators in interscholastic and intercollegiate realms. It intends to achieve this goal by providing students with knowledge and practical experiences in legal issues, administration of athletics, sports marketing, financing of sports, facilities management, and issues in sport management. Better administrators will better serve the schools and universities’ constituencies by improving the student-athlete experience, reducing potential liabilities, and increasing financial responsibility. This program can allow those currently practicing as sports managers to enhance their credentials and teach essential skills to those who want to begin their careers.
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What?
1- year long program made up of the following courses:
- Business Fundamentals
- Game Management
- Facilities Management
- CPR
- ServSafe
- Internship
Where?
Saginaw Valley State University and partnering businesses and providers
How?
1 year-long program
- 3 semesters of courses
- 1 semester of internships, 3 credits
- 17 credits total
When?
| Number | Course | Credit Hours | Cost | Semester |
| DC102 | CPR | 1 | $250 | FA 2021 |
| DC104 | Sports Operations I | 4 | $1,000 | FA 2021 |
| DC103 | ServSafe | 1 | $250 | WI 2022 |
| DC105 | Sports Operations II | 4 | $1,000 | WI 2022 |
| DC101 | Business Fundamentals | 4 | $1,000 | SP 2022 |
| DC106 | Internship | 3 | $750 | FA 2021 |
Program Costs?
$250.00 per credit hour.
Program costs are broken up by semester. Fall 2021 semester fees are due the first week of classes.
Payment Options
Sallie Mae Loan Option
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Who Should Attend?
This program is designed for individuals who are looking to gain or enhance skills in sports administration.
Employment opportunities include:
- Sports Information
- Sports Marketing
- Facilities Management
- Game Day Management
Benefits
This certificate can supplement any degree program or stand-alone to develop a work-ready employee in the sports industry. This certificate will prepare you to serve in various administrative and coaching positions at all levels of the sports industry.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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.
International Tourism Certificate Program
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.
Applications will be coming soon!
What?
A 9-month program made up of the following courses:
- Intro to International Tourism/Economic Tourism
- Culture Shock/Ethnical Tourism
- Global Destination
- Eco-Tourism
- International Guiding
- Employment Opportunities
- Travel and Health
- Logistics of Travel
Where?
Saginaw Valley State University and partnering businesses and providers
How?
9-month program
- 3 semesters of courses
- 1 semester of internship
- 12 credits total
When?
| Course | Unit Hours | Cost | Semester |
| Intro to International Tourism/Economic Tourism | 3 | $750 | FA 2023 |
| Culture Shock/Ethical Tourism | 3 | $750 | FA 2023 |
| Global Destination | 3 | $750 | FA 2023 |
| Hospitality | 3 | $750 | FA 2023 |
| Eco-Tourism | 3 | $750 | WI 2024 |
| International Guiding | 3 | $750 | WI 2024 |
| Employment Opportunities | 3 | $750 | WI 2024 |
| Travel and Health | 3 | $750 | SP 2024 |
| Logistics of Travel | 3 | $750 | SP 2024 |
Program Costs?
$250.00 per unit hour.
Program costs are broken up by semester. Fall 2023 semester fees are due the first week of classes.
Payment Options
Sallie Mae Loan Option
Click the button below to explore student loan options.
Who Should Attend?
This program is designed for individuals who are looking to gain or enhance their managerial skills within the tourism industry.
Employment opportunities include:
- Travel Agents
- Lodging Managers
- Food/Service Managers
Benefits
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 within 9-months of starting the program. This fully-online course makes it doable with busy schedules.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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 will be coming soon! Email us for more information!
CONTACT US.
SVSU's Professional Development
Curtiss Hall C201,
7400 Bay Road,
University Center, MI 48710
opd@svsu.edu
(989) 964-4048