Non-Credit FAQs
Questions and asnwers below are for students who are seeking to take non-credit courses.
To view Frequently Asked Questions applicable to for-credit students, click here.
General Topics
Registering
- How do I register for non-credit MISonline courses?
- When is the deadline to register?
- How do I pay for my course registration?
- Once I am registered for a course, when will I have access to course materials?
- Do I have to take the courses in order?
- Can I take more than one course at a time?
Course Information
- What is the average time per week I will need to dedicate to one MISonline course?
- Are the courses self-paced? Or do I need to complete my assignments on a weekly basis?
- How are the courses structured?
- What are the suggested computer requirements for these courses?
- How do I receive my homework, course assignments, tests and exams?
- What books will I need to purchase for the course?
- How will I receive my CNSS certificate?
General Topics
MISonline courses are offered throughout the year and do not necessarily follow The University of Arizona's regular ground course schedules. Visit the MISonline calendar of course offerings to view current offerings.
Do you accept international students?
Yes.
How much does one course cost?
Click here for cost information.
Registering
How do I register for non-credit MISonline courses?
Registering for MISonline courses is fast, easy and convenient using our online registration system powered by RegOnline. Click here to start your registration.
When is the deadline to register?
The deadline to register for MISonline courses is one week before the course begins. View the course calendar to see the course starting dates.
How do I pay for my course registration?
Payment is made through a third party secure registration system called RegOnline. All major credit cards are accepted including VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club. Personal and or company checks are not accepted.
Once I am registered for a course, when will I have access to course materials?
Within 3 working days after your registration is complete, you will receive emails from us giving you instructions on how to access the course materials. Email messages will go to the email address you record during your RegOnline registration process.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
No. Please refer to the calendar page to view course offerings and dates.
Can I take more than one course at a time?
Yes, you can take as many courses as you like at one time. Please refer to the calendar page to view course offerings and dates.
Course Information
What is the average time per week I will need to dedicate to one MISonline course?
The approximate time is 4-7 hours of time per week.
Do I need to complete my assignments on a weekly basis or are they self-paced?
Students will complete their assignments on a weekly basis. The course syllabus will define what assignments are due per week. Students will get access to the syllabus after they have successfuly registered.
How are the courses structured?
Most of the courses will generally be delivered using a combination of online voiced-over material supplemented by online labs, assignments, projects, reading materials, quizzes, and exams. Click here for details.
What are the suggested computer requirements for these courses?
MISonline suggested computer requirements may be found here.
What books do I need to purchase for the course?
Most courses will not require books as readings, articles and additional material will be incorporated into the online course material. However if a book is required for the course students will receive book information after thier registration is complete.
How do I receive my homework, course assignments, tests and exams?
The MISonline instructors use Blackboard as their means of delivering the course material to you.
Blackboard is The Eller College of Management's electronic course management system. Blackboard enables instructors to provide students with a course syllabus, instructor information, course materials, discussion boards, online assessments and more.
Blackboard can be found at the following URL: http://blackboard.eller.arizona.edu/
In order to access Blackboard you must have a valid ID. Your ID information will be emailed to you after you have registered for the course.
If you have questions or need to report a problem with Blackboard please e-mail the Eller Blackboard Administrator.
How will I receive my CNSS certificate?
Upon successful completion of your course your CNSS certificate will be mailed to your postal address. Note: not all MISonline courses qualify for a CNSS certificate. Click here for a list of the courses that qualify for a CNSS certificate.
For additional information, please contact us.
