BACK TO PROGRAMSWhether AAS or ITC, both are effective routes for students who need flexibility. Students can attend on either a full- or part-time basis. Courses are scheduled so that students can begin during any semester, whether they start college in the Fall, Spring, or Summer term. Most courses do not have prerequisites. Therefore, students have many choices when scheduling classes. Included in this program option is a lab credit designed to provide another layer of support for students. This certificate can be completed in one year by enrolling in two full-time semesters – although part-time attendance is also welcomed.
The Business Management program teaches the practical skills and knowledge needed to be an outstanding employee, team member, manager, and leader in a wide-range of exciting employment possibilities. Students in this program can expect to learn:
- Business management skills to succeed in a competitive business environment
- Fundamental accounting skills
- Marketing, sales, internet marketing, and customer service techniques
- Financial management
- Human resource responsibilities including hiring strategies
- Leadership and critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Entrepreneurship
Then this program might be right for you!
What Do Our Students Learn?
The Business Management Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree has the following intended learning outcomes
- Identify and explain the major functions of a successful business.
- Use technology to manage information and solve problems.
- Develop and apply leadership and management skills.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior.
- Communicate effectively.
- Develop and apply fundamental accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurial skills.
Why CEI’s Business Management program?
Hands-on skills training
Real-world applications
Low student-to-instructor ratios in the classroom
Access to committed advisors who can help you succeed
Campus resources designed to provide academic support and more
Programs Options
The Business Management (BMG) program is comprised of four certificates/degree options:
- Business Management, Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
- 60 Credits | 4 full-time semesters (24 months)
- Business Management, Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC)
- 31 Credits | 2 full-time semesters (12 months)
- Offers focus area of student's choice
- Entrepreneurship, Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC)
- 31 Credits | 2 Semesters
- Bookkeeping, Basic Technical Certificate (BTC)
- 16 Credits | 2 Semesters
Placement
93%
Almost three-fourths of recent graduates accepted business management-related positions, and the remainder accepted other employment or continued college. Information from surveys of graduates within one year of completing their program; the average is based on four years ending 2020.
The statistics here are results from the former Business Technologies Program.
Pass Classes: Once accepted into the Business Management program, students must pass their courses with a minimum grade of C- (70%) or higher.
Proficiency Exam: Expectant graduates may be required to sit for proficiency exams at the conclusion of their program. IF required, information regarding costs and dates for the exams will be posted in the online catalog and available from program instructor(s).
LAPTOP REQUIREMENTS
CEI is a Microsoft-based campus. As such, we strongly recommend that all hardware used for CEI
classes (such as laptops) have the capability to run Microsoft software. All students have access to
download Microsoft 365 software for free, including Word and Excel, which are used extensively in the
Business Management program.
Chromebooks are not recommended for the Business Management program as they cannot run the
necessary software required for course labs. In addition, jump drives are used throughout this program, but most Chromebooks do not have ports necessary for this function.
Where are graduates working?
Students in the Business Management program gain on-the-job experience and benefit from regular application of the skills they are learning. This hands-on approach assists students as they identify their strengths, explore professional interests, and capitalize on employment opportunities. Through this, students will become more marketable to employers. Graduates of the BMG program are working at:
- Nationally Recognized Companies
- Local Businesses
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Colleges and Schools
- Small Business Owners
- Many Industries Including Manufacturing, Hospitality,
- Real Estate, Retail, Construction, Banking, Marketing,
- Transportation, and More!
Business Management, AAS
The Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Business Management provides an excellent education relevant to many career alternatives. Students develop valuable, transferable skills related to the major functions and roles in business including management, leadership, accounting, finance, marketing on the internet, sales, customer service, communications, human resources, entrepreneurship, and more. Throughout the program, students use critical thinking skills as they complete projects and solve problems common in today’s economy. Students gain experience and benefit from regular application of the skills they are learning. This hands-on approach assists students as they identify their strengths, explore professional interests, and capitalize on employment opportunities.
Business Management, ITC
The one-year Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC) in Business Management prepares students for a variety of workplace responsibilities. Students choose their preferred business area on which to focus, selecting coursework focused on applied accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship, or business management in general.
Entrepreneurship, ITC
The one-year Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC) in Entrepreneurship helps prepare students for business ownership. Either Intermediate Technical Certificate is ideal for students interested in acquiring their education within one year and also provides half of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management, which is a significant benefit for students who choose to continue their education after earning a one-year certificate.
Bookkeeping, BTC
The six-course Basic Technical Certificate (BTC) in Bookkeeping helps students develop a strong set of foundational skills. Students participate in realistic simulations and other learning activities that advance their computer, financial management, and accounting skills. This program option requires part-time enrollment during one spring and one fall semester.
Business Management (AAS)
60 Credits, Financial Aid Eligible
Semester 1
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BOT 180 | Financial Business App | 3 |
| BSN 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BSN 215 | Introduction to Information Science | 3 |
| MKT 122 | Business Lab I | 1 |
| MKT 103 | Sales and Customer Service | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I* | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 250 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BSN 255 | Leadership Dev Skills | 3 |
| MGT 123 | Business Lab II | 1 |
| MGT 207 | Financial Management | 3 |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication* | 3 |
| GEM 3 | Any GEM 3 course* | 3-5 |
Semester 3
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 124 | Current Topics in Business | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Accounting Essentials | 3 |
| MGT 126 | QuickBooks | 1 |
| MGT 216 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MKT 220 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 261 | Legal Environment of Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 206 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| MGT 220 | Entrepreneurship and Practicum | 1 |
| GEM 6 | Any GEM 6 course* | 3 |
Business Management (ITC)
31 Credits, Financial Aid Eligible
Required Courses
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BOT 180 | Financial Business App | 3 |
| BSN 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BSN 215 | Introduction to Information Science | 3 |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication* | 3 |
| Choose One of the Following Two: | ||
| MGT 122 | Business Lab I | 1 |
| MGT 123 | Business Lab II | 1 |
Choose 6 Emphasis Courses:
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 250 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| BSN 255 | Leadership Dev Skills | 3 |
| BSN 261 | Legal Environment of Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 124 | Current Topics in Business | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Accounting Essentials | 3 |
| MGT 126 | QuickBooks | 3 |
| MGT 206 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| MGT 207 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGT 216 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MKT 103 | Sales and Customer Service | 3 |
| MKT 220 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I | 3 |
| GEM 3 | Any GEM 3 Course | 3-5 |
| GEM 6 | Any GEM 6 Course | 3 |
Entrepreneurship (ITC)
31 Credits, Financial Aid Eligible
Semester 1
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 215 | Introduction to Information Science | 3 |
| MGT 125 | Accounting Essentials | 3 |
| MGT 126 | QuickBooks | 3 |
| MGT 216 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MKT 220 | Digital Marketing | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BSN 255 | Leadership Dev Skills | 3 |
| BSN 261 | Legal Environment of Organizations | 3 |
| MGT 207 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGT 220 | Entrepreneurship & Practicum | 4 |
Bookkeeping (BTC)
16 Credits, NOT Financial Aid Eligible
Semester 1
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSN 215 | Introduction to Information Science | 3 |
| MGT 126 | QuickBooks | 3 |
| Choose one of the following two: | ||
| MGT 125 | Accounting Essentials | 3 |
| ACC 201 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 207 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGT 127 | Payroll Accounting | 3 |
| MGT 122 | Business Lab I | 1 |
* - Courses indicate they are general education courses and may be taken during any semester.