Earlier this month, Creighton University launched Creighton Business Institute as part of the College of Business in order to promote the further education of business leaders for the betterment of society. Creighton Business Institute is meant to foster the virtues and values associated with Creighton University in its core curriculum.
Creighton Business Institute has a wide array of courses offered in its effort to encourage professional, organizational and ethical development. The focus of courses ranges from leadership and management to web design. In addition, Creighton Business Institute offers programs such as business consulting, skills certifications and workshops.
“Curriculum is available for CU students, individuals looking for personal development and growth or programs can be designed for specific groups or companies,” said Jennifer Metzler, director of Creighton Business Institute.
“We look forward to contributing to Creighton University’s mission of preparing people for greatness for generations to come,” Metzler said. “Strong customer service is our highest priority and marketing the many services and programs within the College of Business is our main goal.”
Plans for Creighton Business Institute started in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the idea quickly progressed and developed over three weeks with the combined efforts of Metzler and Gisele Olney, also a director of Creighton Business Institute. The two together have more than 60 years of experience in continuing education and business consulting service.
“Creighton is a natural fit for this interdisciplinary approach of customizing educational offerings for business professionals,” said Anthony R. Hendrickson, dean of the College of Business. “The University has a long history of partnerships and curriculum development across multiple schools and colleges that provide established programs, resources and networking opportunities for business professionals.”
Creighton Business Institute is currently located in the Linn Building and intends to move to the Harper Center along with the College of Business in order to offer courses on campus.