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| Associates - Accounting |
Bryant & Stratton College's Accounting program provides the technical and critical skills needed to perform accounting functions and processes, including the acquisition, analysis and effective communication of financial information utilized ...show more »in management decision making. Following graduation from this program, students will be prepared to enter such fields as general ledger accounting, managerial accounting and tax preparation. Entry-level positions may be found in the manufacturing, retail and service industries as well as the government sector. «show less
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| Associates - Administrative Assistant |
The Administrative Assistant program trains students to meet the many challenges of the electronic office. Students develop specialized knowledge in automated office equipment, word processing, office systems, accounting, and administrative skills. Graduates will ...show more »be able to acquire positions as administrative support personnel in high-tech offices. Alumni of this program will function in jobs that require the selection, application, and analysis of data within computerized office systems. «show less
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| Associates - Business |
In this program, students develop the business skills, critical thinking skills, human relations skills and information technology skills that are required of employees in the 21st Century. Courses in this degree program provide ...show more »students with a broad background in business communications, sales and marketing, accounting, business law, management principles and information technology «show less
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| Associates - Criminal Justice |
The Associates Criminal Justice program at Bryant & Stratton College provides a broad understanding of the criminal justice system and introduces the student to law enforcement, courts and corrections, as ...show more »well as private security management. The program includes the study of the United States court systems, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Students study the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in law enforcement, correctional facilities, juvenile agencies, private security and other human service agencies. The program is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field. «show less
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| Associates - Human Resources Specialist |
The Human Resources Specialist program contains the same key components that underpin the College’s other strong business programs: a foundation in basic and career success skills, strong program knowledge and skills, and a ...show more »capstone internship providing practical, real-world experience. Graduates will be prepared for entrylevel positions that include staff recruitment, compensation and benefits, payroll, evaluation, and training. Graduates of this program will also have a solid business foundation with a focus on business administration techniques, critical thinking, decision making, communication skills, and information technology skills. Students can select specialization areas in compensation and benefits or payroll administration or choose to become generalists in Human Resources. As part of this program, students study local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations and learn ethical practices and perform to these standards. «show less
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| Associates - Interactive Media Design |
The Interactive Media Design program prepares students for careers involving electronic media products and focusing on marketing and design. Interactive Media Design is a field of study that integrates the ...show more »elements of audio, video, still images, animation, text, and data for the delivery of interactive content either through multimedia devices or the Internet. The Interactive Media Design program will produce graduates who are prepared for entry-level positions with service bureaus, multimedia design and production companies, advertising design firms, corporate training developers, and companies specializing in electronic publication and Web design. Graduates of this program will have a solid background in interactive media design and imaging hardware and software. Through design projects and hands-on experience, they will develop a working knowledge of interactive media design and multimedia project authoring. «show less
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| Associates - IT-Networking |
The Associates degree in Network Technology offers students a foundation of coursework and hands-on experiences with Network Systems commonly found in Business environments. In this program, students will discover how ...show more »information systems support organizational success. Networking students will then move on to discover the technologies that make up the network infrastructures that allow for successful transfer and use of mission critical business information. Those in the Network Technology program will learn how to install, configure, secure, administer, and troubleshoot network systems. Students will also address managing users, shared resources, and various other network components like routers and switches in LANS, WANS, and wireless network environments «show less
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| Associates - IT-Security |
The Associates degree in Security Technology offers students a foundation of coursework and hands-on experiences with business technology systems, and the security procedures and technologies used to secure those systems. ...show more »In this program, students will discover how information systems are integral to organizational success. Security students will then move on to discover the technologies that comprise network infrastructures that allow for the successful transfer and use of mission critical business information. After discovering the makeup of Technology systems, Security students will move on to experience the technologies and procedures Technology professionals use to secure business systems and assets. Students will learn how to assess businesses for risk, develop effective policies and procedures to secure systems and respond to incidents and disasters. Students will also interact with the technologies used to secure and harden servers, network operating systems, and systems in general. Some typical jobs for security technology include (national salary averages from salary.com): Help Desk Support ($38,844 - $50,094), Database Analyst I ($30,325 - $63,951), Business Systems Analyst I ($38,682 - $55,719). «show less
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| Associates - Medical Administrative Assistant |
The Medical Administrative Assistant program is designed to prepare individuals for careers as entry level medical administrative assistants for diverse health care delivery systems including private medical practices, clinics, public ...show more »health departments, insurance agencies, government agencies, or out-patient departments of hospitals. The program offers a foundation in document processing, medical records,and modern medical office procedures. Additionally the program has an emphasis on patient billing. Graduates of the Medical Administrative Assistant associate degree program are prepared for entry-level employment in private medical practices, outpatient departments,clinics, or governmental institutions. Graduates of the Medical Administrative Program are encouraged to take the CMRS certification examination. «show less
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| Associates - Medical Reimbursement and Coding |
The Medical Reimbursement & Coding program is designed to prepare individuals for careers as entry level medical billing specialists, medical records coder and medical record specialists for insurance companies, hospitals ...show more »and doctors offices.
The program offers a foundation in medical terminology and anatomy and physiology with specialized training in coding for both healthcare procedures and physician services. Students will have a choice of studying for Physician coding or Hospital/inpatient coding. While some coding professionals choose one type of coding based on their own interest and style, many coders are cross-credentialed and able to work in both arenas. Graduates of the Medical Reimbursement & Coding associate degree program are prepared for entry-level employment in several sectors of the medical industry. «show less
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| Associates - Paralegal Studies |
The Paralegal Studies program emphasizes practical hands-on applications and prepares students to analyze cases and to prepare legal forms and documents required in litigating law suits, prosecuting crimes, closing real ...show more »estate transactions, and drafting documents used in custody, separation, and divorce proceedings.Graduates are prepared to obtain entry-level positions working under the supervision of an attorney in private law firms or in other related occupations in government, legal departments of banks, corporations, insurance companies, accounting firms, and real estate development or property-management firms. «show less
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| BA - General Management |
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Administration program are prepared for professional careers in business, government, and nonprofit organizations. Courses in this unique program provide students with the skill sets required of ...show more »knowledgeable workers in this Information Age. Graduates will have the problem solving, strategic planning, communication, interpersonal, and technology application skills needed to meet operational demands and resolve contemporary business problems. Through exposure to active learning techniques, practical application of research methods, team projects, presentations, and internships, students will be prepared not only for the challenges of management positions, but also for a life of continued learning - both at work and in their private lives «show less
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| BS - Criminal Justice |
The design of the Criminal Justice baccalaureate degree program enhances learning through a rigorous study of Criminal Justice. This includes the study of ethics, as well as the variety of ...show more »deviant and/or criminal behavior that contribute to crime. Students study the Criminal Justice administrative structure, which includes analysis of international, federal, state, and local agencies involved directly and indirectly in Criminal Justice. Students also examine the concept of crime through the study of the varied criminal activity that occurs in today’s society. Reading, writing, and critical thinking skills are rigorously applied and developed throughout the program of study. Theprogram is designed to provide graduates with a balance of theory and practice that will enhance their preparation for the criminal justice field. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment in positions that include Police/detective, First-line supervisor, Manager of police/detectives, Fish and game wardens, Border agent, Homeland Security agent, Social worker, Social/human service assistant, Counselor, Parole officer/probation officer, and Correctional Treatment Specialist «show less
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| BS - Financial Services |
A Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Services can open the door to a profitable and interesting career in banking, accounting, insurance or estate planning. Our curriculum was developed to meet the ...show more »Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) Board of Standards, Inc. and the Academy of Financial Services. The program outcomes were created in association with input from major banks, brokerage houses, accounting firms, credit counseling organizations and insurance agencies. The program emphasizes personal financial planning, with students eligible to take the CFP Certification Exam upon graduation. Personal financial planning is a growing and lucrative field, especially as aging Baby Boomers enter their peak earning years and require financial planning to manage their wealth for retirement. To adequately equip students for career mobility within the financial field, our program combines business, accounting and finance courses with essential liberal arts courses. Students will also acquire knowledge, skills and competency in estate planning, investments, insurance, tax, retirement planning and employee benefits as part of this specialized degree program «show less
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| BS - Health Services Administration |
The Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level and assistant management positions in medical settings such as hospitals, clinics, nursing care facilities, ...show more »doctors' offices, and insurance companies. Health services administrators are often responsible for creating and implementing policy and procedures, hiring and supervising staff, controlling finances, ordering supplies, and coordinating plans and activities with those of other health care managers.
The central focus of the program is to provide a comprehensive base in health-related knowledge and concepts and as well as the management of health services and facilities, with emphases on finance, legal aspects in healthcare, disaster planning and management, and information systems. The Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration program prepares students to excel in decision-making skills, critical thinking, and small group communications.
Research opportunities and field experiences offer students insight into real-world applications of the information and skills they learn in class and help students prepare to successfully transition into a health care administration or management career. «show less
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