College of Professional Studies

Programs

Courses

CPS 1001: Collge&Prof Success Strategies

This course is designed for first-year students within the College of Professional Studies and will lay the groundwork for your success at Villanova and thereafter. In this course you will gain knowledge about Villanova, acclimate to the academic world, and develop a sense of self-awareness to assist you in future endeavors. Class meetings will cover topics of special interest to CPS students. In addition, you will be introduced to valuable student services that will support and contribute to your success.

Last Offered
Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
Effective Term
202030

CPS 1002: Tech Competency

This course is designed for first-year students within the College of Professional Studies and will provide a framework for readiness and success to adopt, adapt, and apply technology for success at Villanova and thereafter. In this course, you will gain knowledge about various technology platforms that are essential to your success as a college student.

Corequisites

CPS 1001

Corequisite Courses
Last Offered
Fall 2022, Spring 2022, Fall 2021
Effective Term
202220

CPS 1100: RISE Communitas l

The first part of a two-semester sequence for first-year RISE students within the College of Professional Studies. This course is designed to introduce students to Villanova while developing their academic, intra-personal, and professional skills

Last Offered
Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
Effective Term
202420

CPS 1150: RISE Communitas ll

The second part of a two-semester sequence for first-year RISE students within the College of Professional Studies. This course is designed to introduce students to Villanova while developing their academic, intra-personal, and professional skills.

Last Offered
Spring 2025, Spring 2024
Effective Term
202430

CPS 1200: New Managers Bootcamp

Through this highly interactive bootcamp students will develop and strengthen their management skills, strategic perspective and gain tools to become an effective leader in their organization. Additionally it will afford participants a learning environment where they can expand their personal and professional networks while discussing leadership challenges and strategies with peers

Last Offered
Spring 2021, Fall 2020
Effective Term
202120

CPS 3400: Internship Practicum

Approved semester internship project involving practical application of previously learned knowledge to a business enterprise, government and/or non-profit organization; supervision by both faculty member and corporate/non-profit executive. CPS Only, Director Approval

Last Offered
Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
Effective Term
202230

CPS 4400: Internship Practicum

Approved semester internship project involving practical application of previously learned knowledge to a business enterprise, government and/or non-profit organization; supervision by both faculty member and corporate/non-profit executive. Permission of College Required.

Last Offered
Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
Effective Term
202230

CPS 5400: Internship Practicum Part 2

Approved second semester internship project involving practical application of previously learned knowledge to a business enterprise, government and/or non-profit organization; supervision by both faculty member and corporate/non-profit executive. Permission of College Required. CPS Only, Director Approval.

Last Offered
Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
Effective Term
202230

CPS 5900: Foundation in Sales

This course is designed to address the major elements of the entire sales process. This class is designed for those who may pursue a career in sales, entrepreneurs who will need new sales to grow their businesses, current professionals whose duties may expand to include business development. This class will have 1 weekend of live instruction with asynchronous pre and post work.

Last Offered
Summer 2022
Effective Term
202310