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Colorado Technical University began educating motivated professionals in 1965, helping them to achieve their professional dreams by preparing them for successful careers in business and high technology industries.
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A.S - Accounting
Overview
Professional education in accounting can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility in accounting-related fields. Accounting processes are found in every business and industry, including government, education, health care, not-for-profit, and military organizations. Entry-level accountants are key players in the financial information arena of all organizations. They provide much of the information used by these organizations to make decisions that will help them attain their goals. Beyond the fundamental tasks of the occupation-preparing, analyzing and verifying financial documents in order to provide information to clients-many accountants now are required to possess a wide range of knowledge and skills.
The ASACC degree program is designed to equip students with a variety of basic accounting skills that are useful in entry-level accounting positions. Students can develop a base of practical, real-world skills from instructors who are accounting professionals. Building on a foundation of communication, interpersonal and math skills, they can learn all aspects of the accounting cycle, including analyzing and interpreting various financial statements. Courses in business and managerial accounting give students the tools for making basic decisions in organizations.
ASACC Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASACC degree program should be able to:
• Describe the various forms of businesses and the environment
in which businesses operate.
• Apply professional communication skills.
• Develop personal financial goals and a personal budget.
• Explain the basic accounting concepts.
• Discuss the roles of managers and leaders in organizations.
• Describe the accounting concepts underlying the financial
reporting model.
• Prepare financial statements for various business needs.
• Use the tools of economics for decision making for the firm
operating in the market economy.
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A.S - Business Administration
Overview Today's fast-paced business world demands strong leadership and management skills together with technical competence, communication skills and the ability to contribute to bottom-line profitability. Professional education in business administration can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility at all levels of management in our society. Business managers formulate the policies and direct the operations of corporations, nonprofit institutions and government agencies. Business administration is found in every business and industry, including government, education, health care, not-for-profit and military organizations.
The ASBA degree program emphasizes a strong base of business fundamentals including critical thinking and decision-making skills. Students can learn practical, real-world applications from instructors with extensive business experience. The degree program is designed to provide both a broad liberal arts background and a strong professional education. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies in areas including English, math, social science and technology, students can learn presentation techniques, technology applications and research basics. The ASBA degree program satisfies the course requirements for the first two years of the Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program.
ASBA Degree Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete the ASBA degree program should be able to:
• Describe the various forms of businesses and the environment
in which businesses operate.
• Apply professional communication skills.
• Develop personal financial goals and a personal budget.
• Explain the basic accounting concepts.
• Discuss the roles of managers and leaders in organizations.
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A.S - General Studies
At Stonecliffe College Online, an academic division of Colorado Technical University, we take a real-world approach to higher education that acknowledges your past accomplishments, present situation and future goals. That's why we offer an Associate of Science (AS) degree in General Studies. This degree program is designed to provide the foundation for future career opportunities while giving you a solid general education background and the flexibility to explore other areas of interest.
The AS in General Studies is an excellent option for students who have already earned some college credits or have military experience that may be transferred into this program, and who wish ultimately to pursue a bachelor's degree. The AS in General Studies will fulfill the associate-level requirements for most bachelor's completion programs, and the curriculum is designed to seamlessly transition into many of Colorado Tech Online's career-focused Bachelor's degree completion programs, including the:
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in:
• Finance
• Health Care Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Management
• Marketing
• Project Management
CTU Academic Certificate Included in This Degree Program
Students can earn a CTU Academic Certificate in Professional Communication as they work towards the completion of the AS in General Studies. This résumé-enhancing credential is built into the degree program without adding any additional courses or cost.
Professional Communication
Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present many types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures.
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BS - Accounting
The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to teach students to develop critical problem-solving skills in accounting and management. They will also enhance their skills in communication, decision-making, mathematics and lifelong learning. The program also focuses on how to work within the guidelines of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and professional ethical codes.
Topics covered in this 15-month* Bachelor's degree program include the principles of corporate accounting, taxation, governmental and not-for-profit accounting and auditing. The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting also includes five résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates students will earn incrementally throughout the program.
Students completing this degree program will be able to apply the knowledge and skills of accounting, management, business mathematics and the liberal arts to identify, formulate, resolve and communicate relevant accounting issues. Successful graduates will be equipped to pursue such careers as: Budget Analyst, General Accountant, Internal Auditor, Cash Management Officer, Loan Officer, Tax Auditor and many other in-demand positions.
*The 15-month Bachelor's degree is a 2+2 program and assumes that all Associate-level requirements have been met through an Associate degree or the equivalent. Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college experience can complete this program in about 2 ½ years.
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BSBA - Finance
Colorado Tech Online's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Finance is designed to prepare students with a fundamental knowledge of the language, concepts and strategies required for successful careers in finance.
The curriculum prepares students to understand the functions and roles played by financial markets and institutions and how the flow of funds through various economic systems affects both the personal and business sectors.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the employment market for finance professionals is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012. Motivated professionals with an up-to-date, real-world education and relevant experience can position themselves to take advantage of this trend.
This degree program is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as Business Consulting Analysts, Collections Supervisors, Internal Auditors, Currency Specialists, Financial Analysts and many others.
Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online's revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:
Financial Accounting
Money and Capital Markets
Investments
Risk Management
Corporate Finance
International Finance
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BSBA - Human Resource Management
The CTU Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a concentration in Human Resource Management, prepares students aspiring to succeed in the HR profession. The HR career segment is expanding rapidly and includes such diverse careers as Director of Human Resources, Compensation Manager, Professional Recruiter and more.
For college graduates possessing strong communication skills, creativity and related experience, the HR field opens up many avenues for professional success. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor expects this field to grow by as much as 20% by 2010.
This online degree program will prepare graduates by focusing studies on topics such as the modern legal environment, customer service, management structure and processes and professional communication skills.
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BSBA - International Business
Colorado Tech Online's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in International Business focuses on recognizing global differences and applying sensitivity to cultural diversity issues in communications, management, marketing, and the legal aspects of global business operations. In today's ever-changing business environment, organizational leaders must have the skills to extend their businesses across national and international borders.
Some of the courses in the program include: International Business Communications, Management in International Business, Marketing Concepts in International Business, and Trade in International Business. You will earn multiple Professional Certificates on your way to graduation - without added courses or additional tuition costs.
The BSBA degree program with a concentration in International Business includes 8 résumé-enhancing Professional Certificates that allow students to accrue valuable knowledge and real-world skills as they progress towards the completion of the degree.
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BSBA - Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Management equips students with the skills necessary to lead people and processes and grow healthy organizations.
In addition to a business and technology foundation, students can gain essential business management competencies. Broad subject areas include human resource management, organization behavior, marketing, and project risk management.
The Bachelor's (BSBA) in Management online degree program can prepare graduates to enter the business world and move toward a number of careers such as Account Executive, Sales Representative, Stockbroker, Business Consultant or International Relations Manager.
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BSBA - Marketing
The CTU Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a concentration in Marketing, provides students with the knowledge they need to succeed in an industry that features some of the highest wage and salary growth rates in the entire employment field.
For individuals with business savvy, strong communication skills and a high level of creativity, opportunities in Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing Research and many other fast-paced, exciting fields will continue to present themselves to qualified individuals. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor estimates there will be a 29.1% job increase in Marketing-related positions by 2010.
This online degree program will prepare graduates with an understanding of the intricate relationships between organizations and their customers. Course content has been developed to emphasize current marketing trends and opportunities for success.
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BSBA - Project Management
The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Project Management focuses on the management of time-limited operations in terms of four constraints: time, cost, resources and specification.
The curriculum prepares career-focused Project Management professionals to identify priorities, organize assignments and deploy the necessary resources to accomplish projects on time and within specified budgets. Professionals possessing such skills have become some of the most sought-after specialists in today's fast-paced, bottom line-focused business world, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Select program content covers key areas contained in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), considered to be the industry standard by the Project Management Institute.
This degree program is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as Project Leaders, Cost Estimators, Quality Assurance Specialists, Construction Schedulers and many others.
Courses are taught via Colorado Tech Online's revolutionary CLIMB™ Learning System and include:
Organizational Leadership
Project Scheduling and Cost
Project Risk Management
Contracts and Procurement
Human Resource Project Management
Project Performance and Quality Assurance
This degree program can be completed in 15 months.* Students with an Associate degree or military experience may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program.
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MSM - Business Management
Successful organizations operate in an environment that applies a broad range of solutions in support of today's most innovative and relevant business practices. To become effective managers, business experts need applicable management knowledge. People possessing this combination of disciplines have the potential to transform organizations and accelerate their own potential for career success.
The CTU Online Master of Science in Management, with a concentration in Business Management, is a specialized online degree program designed to provide immediate management applications, along with the knowledge and understanding of the critical skills necessary to analyze and solve various business problems.
This online degree program can equip students with an understanding of the fundamental issues related to technology's role today and in the future. Students can develop both technical expertise and business savvy and can even learn to create new technology-based business paradigms to achieve organizational goals.
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