(Day/Evening Program)

For more information about this program, please contact Michael O'Connell.

The Business Management Degree program is designed to prepare students for both direct workforce entry or for transfer to a bachelor's degree program. It provides the student a strong general business background in the fundamental areas of accounting, business computer applications, finance, management, marketing and business law. Additionally, students expand their education by exposure to a wide variety of general education coursework. Many people currently working in the field of business choose the Business Management degree program to expand their potential for growth in the business workforce.

Upon completion of the program, the students are prepared to pursue many different business careers in a variety of industries including manufacturing, marketing and sales distribution, and service organizations. Graduates can begin careers as management trainees or assistants in a broad array of industries including banking, insurance, manufacturing and investments. Also, students, should they so desire, can transfer to a bachelor's degree program on a full or part-time basis.

Graduates of the program are also prepared to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of business practices including accounting, management, and marketing, and the applications of these topics in the business environment.
• Think critically, articulate and explain various business topics and apply these concepts to solve common business programs.
• Communicate effectively using written, oral and nonverbal techniques, including the use of technology in the gathering and presentation of information.
• Demonstrate their knowledge of ethics and social responsibility, and how business integrates this into their ongoing operations.