MBA Degrees Online

Developmental Courses
A student may be required to enroll in developmental courses in reading, writing and math. A student’s scores on the Accuplacer assessment will determine enrollment in developmental courses. The purpose of developmental courses is to prepare students for the demands of a college-level curriculum. Credits may vary.Course # Course Title Credits
Prerequisites
ACCT1012 Prin of Bookkeeping 3
Required
ACCT1108 Business Math/Calculators 3
ACCT1120 Business Law 3
ACCT2201 Financial Accounting I Lab 1
ACCT2211 Financial Accounting I 3
ADMS1116 Business Communications I 3
CPTR1104 Intro to Computer Tech 3
FNCS1110 Intro to Financial Services 2
FNCS1114 Consumer Lending 3
FNCS1118 Personal Finance Prod/Cust Srvc 3
FNCS1122 Teller Applications 3
FNCS1126 Credit Counseling & Collections 2
FNCS2210 Financial Statement Analysis 3
FNCS2220 Real Estate Lending 3
GSWS1102 Contemporary Career Search 1
MKTG1110 Customer Service 3
MNTC Courses
ECON2210 Macroeconomics
Goal: 5 * 3
ENGL1101 College Writing I
Goal: 1 * 3
PHIL1201 Ethics
Goal: 2, 6, 9 * 3
SPCH1114 Intro to Public Speaking
Goal: 1 *

This program prepares individuals with the skills needed to support credit, lending, and selling functions in financial institutions, trade and service credit, and collection agencies. Prospective students should be interested in working with numbers and details, and should have a genuine desire to assist other people with credit services.

Program outcomes
1. Apply understanding of current regulations to deposit and lending products.
2. Demonstrate quality principles/standards which result in continuously providing exceptional customer service creating greater customer satisfaction (relationship building).
3. Analyze financial statements to determine trends and credit risk.
4. Prepare all real estate loan and consumer loan documents from pre-qualifying loan application to loan closing.
5. Describe how the financial service industry was started and how it evolved into what it is today.
6. Analyze customer’s savings/investment needs through profiling questions. Match needs to products available that meet those needs.
7. Explain the features and benefits of various deposit products along with proper account ownership and proper account titling.
8. Evaluate consumer borrowing needs to effectively recommend loan products.

Employment information
This program prepares individuals with the skills needed to support credit, lending, and selling functions in financial institutions, trade and service credit, and collection agencies. Prospective students should be interested in working with numbers, details, and they should have a genuine desire to assist other people with credit services.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

Developmental Courses
A student may be required to enroll in developmental courses in reading, writing and math. A student’s scores on the Accuplacer assessment will determine enrollment in developmental courses. The purpose of developmental courses is to prepare students for the demands of a college-level curriculum. Credits may vary.Course # Course Title Credits
Prerequisites
CPTR1104 Intro to Computer Tech 3
Required
ACCT1101 Payroll 3
ACCT1120 Business Law 3
ACCT1124 Spreadsheet Applications 3
ACCT2201 Financial Accounting I Lab 1
ACCT2202 Financial Accounting II Lab 1
ACCT2211 Financial Accounting I 3
ACCT2212 Financial Accounting II 3
ACCT2216 QuickBooks 3
ACCT2620 Intermediate Accounting I 4
ACCT2622 Intermediate Accounting II 4
CPTR1106 Microcomputer Databases 3
CPTR1122 Microcomputer Maintenance 3
CPTR1138 Information Systems 3
CPTR1148 Microcomputer Operating Sys 3
CPTR2236 Network Security 3
CPTR2252 Microcomputer Systems Project 3
CPTR2272 Network Operating Systems 3
MNTC Courses
ECON2210 Macroeconomics
Goal: 5 * 3
ENGL1101 College Writing I
Goal: 1 * 3
MATH1102 Finite Math
Goal: 2, 4 * 3
SPCH1114 Intro to Public Speaking
Goal: 1 * 3

A student graduating from this program has the skills and knowledge to run a small office. They demonstrate ability implementing and performing standard accounting procedures and demonstrate designing, configuring and maintaining a computer network infrastructure capable of supporting the applications, data, and security policies.

Program outcomes
1. Analyze and apply accounting theory to service and merchandising organizations.
2. Demonstrate application of a variety of software programs including integrated accounting software.
3. Prepare and process payroll reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
4. Apply business laws to the business environment.
5. Design a computer network.
6. Perform updates, maintenance, and administration for computerized software applications.
7. Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
8. Demonstrate effective business communication skills.
9. Implement internal control system.
10. Design internal control system.
11. Design network security policies.
12. Implement network security policies.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

The primary purpose of this program is to prepare men and women for management or ownership of a small business. The program will not only prepare the student for business management, but also enable them to better manage their own personal affairs. It will especially help those individuals who may have some of the skills and competencies needed, but lack the organization and understanding of business management which is necessary to be successful. Upon completing the classroom work, students will be assisted in finding jobs with business firms offering employment suited to their individual career objectives or in starting their own business. This program requires a genuine interest in people, a strong desire to be your own boss and a willingness to expend above average time and energy toward goal accomplishment.

Program outcomes
1. Integrate technological applications to meet business objectives.
2. Select effective communications methods in a business situation.
3. Demonstrate professionalism in a business environment.
4. Apply fundamental sales techniques.
5. Apply fundamental marketing techniques.
6. Create a business plan.
7. Demonstrate management skills.
8. Select leadership style based on worker maturity.
9. Evaluate financial statements.
10. Apply critical thinking skills.

Employment information
Self employment, small businesses or management positions. The following illustrates the diversity of businesses our graduates own or manage: computer software business, ski lodge, chamber of commerce management, lumber yard, greenhouse/nursery, convenience store, carpet/linoleum, sanitation service, auto wrecking, construction, window sales, plumbing and heating, recreational vehicles, bulk oil distribution, painting, bowling ally, and cross country trucking.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

Developmental Courses
A student may be required to enroll in developmental courses in reading, writing and math. A student’s scores on the Accuplacer assessment will determine enrollment in developmental courses. The purpose of developmental courses is to prepare students for the demands of a college-level curriculum. Credits may vary.Course # Course Title Credits
Required
ACCT1108 Business Math/Calculators 3
ACCT2211 Financial Accounting I 3
ACCT2212 Financial Accounting II 3
ACCT2213 Managerial Accounting 3
BUS1120 Spreadsheet & Database Concepts 3
BUS1143 Office Procedures 3
BUS2150 Legal Environ of Business 3
BUS2202 Mgmt Information Sys 3
BUS2204 Prin of Management 3
BUS2206 Prin of Marketing 3
MNTC Courses
ECON2210 Macroeconomics
Goal: 5 * 3
ECON2222 Microeconomics
Goal: 5, 9 * 3
ENGL1101 College Writing I
Goal: 1 * 3
PHIL1201 Ethics
Goal: 2, 6, 9 * 3
PSYC1200 General Psychology
Goal: 5, 9 * 3
SOC1111 Intro to Sociology
Goal: 2, 5, 7 * 3

The A.S. in Business Management is a two-year degree designed to prepare students pursuing a career in business at the junior level of management. The degree is designed to suit the student who wishes to enter the workforce upon graduation, as well as the student who plans to transfer to a four-year college or university. The program offers a balance of general education courses and courses specific to preparing the student for a career in business management.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

Required
ACCT1108 Business Math/Calculators 3
ACCT1120 Business Law 3
ACCT1124 Spreadsheet Applications 3
ACCT2211 Financial Accounting I 3
ADMS1116 Business Communications I 3
ADMT1174 Microsoft Office PowerPoint Certification 1
BMGT1112 Business Plan Dvlpmnt 2
BUS1141 Intro to Business 3
CPTR1104 Intro to Computer Tech 3
ENTR1100 Intro to Entrepreneurship 3
ENTR1400 Opportunity Analysis 3
ENTR2200 Entrepreneurial Field Studies 3
ENTR2220 Business Ethics/Professionalism 3
GSWS1102 Contemporary Career Search 1
MKTG1100 Prin of Marketing 3
MKTG2200 Prin of Management 3
MNTC Courses
ECON2210 Macroeconomics
Goal: 5 * 3
ENGL1101 College Writing I
Goal: 1 * 3
PHIL1201 Ethics
Goal: 2, 6, 9 * 3
PSYC1200 General Psychology
Goal: 5, 9 * 3
- OR -
SOC1111 Intro to Sociology
5, 9 3
SPCH1114 Intro to Public Speaking
Goal: 1 *

As an entrepreneur, you can create your own path to success and work to make your dream a reality! This degree teaches students the skills and behaviors necessary to contribute to personal and business success. This program also prepares students to assess new enterprise opportunities, obtain financial resources, prepare a business plan, and market a venture for success. Students will gain the confidence and skills to launch a new venture in an area of expertise, to grow an existing business, or pursue an advanced degree.
Program outcomes
1. Integrate technological applications to meet business objectives.
2. Select effective communications methods in a business situation.
3. Demonstrate professionalism in a business environment.
4. Apply fundamental marketing techniques.
5. Create a business plan.
6. Demonstrate management skills.
7. Select leadership style based on worker maturity.
8. Evaluate financial statements.
9. Apply critical thinking skills.
10. Demonstrate creativity relating to implementation of entrepreneurial operations for new or existing businesses.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

This major is designed to prepare students for performing a full range of office tasks. The administrative support person’s responsibilities include using various software applications to perform document processing and file management tasks. This major requires strong skills in communications, telephone technique, computer usage, and human relations. Other tasks will include communicating using electronic mail, doing electronic scheduling, keying and creating business documents, using manual and electronic filing for retrieving records, handling telephone communications, making travel arrangements, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.

Program outcomes
1. Apply computer skills efficiently and accurately to office tasks using a variety of computer application programs.
2. Apply organizational skills.
3. Apply the principles of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary.
4. Create and analyze database filing systems.
5. Demonstrate proficiency and efficiency using proper keyboarding and machine transcription techniques.
6. Demonstrate interpersonal skills through effective listening and communicating in diverse situations.
7. Demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving.
8. Demonstrate ergonomic principles and safe practices when using computer technology.
9. Demonstrate professionalism in the workplace.

Employment information
In Minnesota and nationally, a large number of job openings exist for experienced secretaries. Temporary or part-time work is available during peak business periods. Demand for secretaries will be stimulated by the increasing use of information and the trend of secretaries handle more administrative responsibilities such as budgeting, scheduling, and office management, which are not easily automated.

Program accreditation
The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.