Most students can complete the certificate in three semesters of part-time study, depending on course load and availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Usability and User Experience in Health Care certificate is a standalone program that does not require you to be enrolled in a degree program. It’s open to both current Ohio State students and non-degree-seeking professionals who want to advance their careers.
Yes. The program is 100% online and fully asynchronous, meaning you can view lectures on your own schedule.
This program is ideal for individuals employed as usability specialists or user experience (UX) designers, and Ohio State undergraduate students enrolled in health information management and systems, health sciences, business, or computer science.
This program is ideal for professionals who want to strengthen their skills in usability testing, user experience (UX) design, and healthcare technology, and set themselves apart in their current role or for future employment, and Ohio State graduate-level degree-seeking students currently enrolled in HRS, nursing, biomedical informatics, engineering, or business.
The Cybersecurity Offense and Defense Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals with a strong technical foundation who want to advance their cybersecurity careers. The program is ideal for those with a bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably computer science or electrical/computer engineering) or another STEM field. Other technical or non-engineering degrees may be considered depending on prior experience.
Yes, all courses from the Cybersecurity Offense and Defense Graduate Certificate transfer into Ohio State’s online Master of Cybersecurity and Digital Trust program.
Most students complete the certificate in about one year, taking courses part-time while working. The certificate consists of four courses offered in the spring and autumn semesters.
No. While all cybersecurity courses are taught 100% online, most are taught live in a synchronous interactive format.
The Master of Cybersecurity and Digital Trust is designed for professionals with strong technical foundations who want to advance their cybersecurity expertise. Successful students often have academic or professional experience in computer science, cybersecurity, electrical or computer engineering, information technology, or related technical fields.
Because of the program’s technically rigorous, engineering-focused curriculum, familiarity with programming concepts, Linux environments, and languages such as Python and C is strongly recommended. Through coursework in areas such as software security, network security, cryptography, offensive computing, and malware analysis, students develop the skills needed to address complex cybersecurity challenges.
Yes, all applicants to the Master of Science in Welding Engineering program must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or physical sciences and meet other admission requirements listed on our Admission Criteria tab. Working as a welder or in the welding industry does not fit the qualifications for this program.
The Master of Science in Welding Engineering at The Ohio State University is delivered entirely online and all classes are offered asynchronously, offering you flexibility without requiring relocation or travel to campus. This program was designed so that working professionals like you could balance work, life, and education wherever you are in the world.
While an MBA focuses on broad business fundamentals, The Ohio State University’s online Master of Engineering Management program offers you the “best of both worlds”. With several courses offered through Ohio State’s renowned and top-ranked Fisher College of Business and the nationally-acclaimed John Glenn College of Public Affairs, you will be learning from dedicated experts in the fields of business, public affairs, and engineering. This program is specifically tailored for engineers, integrating technical problem-solving with strategic business leadership. Ohio State’s Master of Engineering Management program is ideal for those who have completed a bachelor’s degree in engineering and want to lead technical teams or manage engineering projects.
You can complete the Master of Engineering Management fully online and at your own pace, either full-time or part-time. While most students take one or two courses per semester and complete the degree in about 24 months, you have the flexibility to take courses at a pace that best fits your schedule.
An engineering manager’s salary depends on many factors, such as industry, location, education level, seniority, and individual experience. According to the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for architectural and engineering managers is $164,370 per year. While you may not have control over all the factors that contribute to your salary, actively furthering your education is a great way to advance your management opportunities. For a more detailed look at possible engineering manager salaries, visit the Career Outlook tab.