Business and Information Systems Pathway
Learn more about the Business and Information Systems Pathway.
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Required Courses and Recommended Sequence:
The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program. College Prep and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Course availability within the program sequences is specifically intended for full-time students who begin their course work with the fall semester. Students should always consult their online program evaluation or an academic advisor to better understand typical course availability and individual program planning.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Elective (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Elective (3 credits)
Acceptable:
- Select one course from the Business Elective courses listed in the Third Semester
Business Management: Construction Management Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Construction Management Concentration prepares students for construction management practice and entry-level management responsibilities in the construction field. Students gain knowledge and skills in construction project management and implementation, including the ability to prepare construction documents, cost estimates, and project schedules; perform site inspections; manage resources; and work with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
This program may be completed online.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The students will be able to:
- Recognize the value of collaborative engagement and teamwork.
- Understand the importance of behaving ethically and socially responsible in a global, diverse, and inclusive business environment.
- Apply the elements of effective communication in a business environment.
- Utilize technology to support business and decision-making processes.
- Use analytical and critical thinking skills when applying business functions such as management, leadership, human resources, marketing, and finance.
- Apply project management strategies throughout the construction process.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Management: Digital Marketing Management Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Digital Marketing Management Concentration provides students with a broad understanding of business and a focus on digital marketing. Students gain skills analyzing, interpreting, and presenting in both traditional marketing and social media environments.
This program may be completed online.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Management: Hospitality Management Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Concentration in Hospitality Management equips students for management positions in the hospitality industry. Students gain skills in supervision of front office operations, housekeeping management, and food and beverage services, as well as marketing and the use of information systems in the hospitality industry.
This program may be completed online.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to:
1. Recognize the value of collaborative engagement and teamwork.
2. Understand the importance of behaving ethically and socially responsible in a global, diverse, and inclusive business environment.
3. Apply the elements of effective communication in a business environment.
4. Utilize technology to support business and decision-making processes.
5. Use analytical and critical thinking skills when applying business functions such as management, leadership, human resources, marketing, and finance.
6. Apply hospitality management strategies to the service and hospitality industry.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Management: Retail Management Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Retail Management Concentration focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for leadership roles within the retail industry. Students explore management concepts in both small and large retail environments preparing students to assume positions of managerial responsibility in the retail industry.
This program may be completed online.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to:
1. Recognize the value of collaborative engagement and teamwork.
2. Understand the importance of behaving ethically and socially responsible in a global, diverse, and inclusive business environment.
3. Apply the elements of effective communication in a business environment.
4. Utilize technology to support business and decision-making processes.
5. Use analytical and critical thinking skills when applying business functions such as management, leadership, human resources, marketing, and finance.
6. Apply retail management strategies in a diverse retail marketplace.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Management: Small Business & Entrepreneurship Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Concentration covers the essential concepts of starting and operating a small business. Students develop skills in business communication, management, marketing, customer relations, and operating a small business with a socially responsible mindset.
This program may be completed online.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to:
1. Recognize the value of collaborative engagement and teamwork.
2. Understand the importance of behaving ethically and socially responsible in a global, diverse, and inclusive business environment.
3. Apply the elements of effective communication in a business environment.
4. Utilize technology to support business and decision-making processes.
5. Use analytical and critical thinking skills when applying business functions such as management, leadership, human resources, marketing, and finance.
6. Apply small business management strategies to entrepreneurial ventures.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Business Management: Technology Management Concentration
In addition to the core skills provided in the overarching Business Management AAS curriculum, the Technology Management Concentration highlights the critical role of information technology in business operations. Students learn how to use information technology in business applications for systems analysis and decision support. Students gain knowledge in project management.
This program may be completed online.
Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to:
1. Recognize the value of collaborative engagement and teamwork.
2. Understand the importance of behaving ethically and socially responsible in a global, diverse, and inclusive business environment.
3. Apply the elements of effective communication in a business environment.
4. Utilize technology to support business and decision-making processes.
5. Use analytical and critical thinking skills when applying business functions such as management, leadership, human resources, marketing, and finance.
6. Apply problem-solving skills and rational decision-making in a technical business environment.
Communication (3 credits)
Acceptable:
Notes:
* Courses requiring a prerequisite or co-requisite
**** Pending MHEC approval
Course Indicators: English Composition (E), Arts (A), Cultural and Global Awareness (C), Humanities (H), Biological/Physical Sciences (S), Social/Behavioral Sciences (B), Mathematics (M)
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