In today's marketplace, the bachelor's degree has become the minimum requirement for many professional careers. The online BA in Business Management is intended to produce skilled graduates who can perform a variety of leadership functions in nearly any business sector.

Human resource management majors gain the flexibility to apply their skills in a variety of management settings. While enrolled in this program of study, you will focus on the various aspects of the recruitment, selection, training, and development of employees within an organization. After graduating from this program, you can expect to be qualified to enter entry-level positions within a human resource department. The core classes in human resource management-related fields are complemented by general education offerings that add breadth and depth to the curriculum.

Upon successful completion of this program, you should be able to - understand the various components of human resource management; - develop effective rational decision-making skills for selection and retention of employees; - design and maintain effective personnel training and development programs; - integrate knowledge of current ethical issues in labor relations; - use individual understanding and critical thinking regarding management skills necessary to achieve successful results; - understand the needs assessment process and its role in training development; - operate cutting-edge human resource management technology; - recognize and respond to the different staffing strategies which support varying business strategies for the organization; - apply strategic methods for working productively with diverse groups of people; and - coordinate a successful job search.

The online BS in Management Information Systems addresses core concepts in business information systems and helps you develop essential management skills. Prepare for a rewarding, fast-growing career in the management and design of computer-based information systems.

Looking for a job in the fast-growing accounting industry? Graduates of VC Online's Bachelor of Science in Private Sector Accounting will be qualified for private-industry jobs in financial, cost, or budget accounting.

Virginia College is a senior college accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award certificates, diplomas, associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Business communication is a unique field of study, combining business acumen, management knowledge, interpersonal, organizational, and intercultural communication skills with technological expertise. This program's multidisciplinary approach prepares students for the interpersonal and management challenges of today's workplace. Creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership in communications are program priorities. We focus on vital business communication issues involved in e-business and global organizational communication. Students can expect our exciting blend of academic theory and practical skills to give them new insights into how they work and interact.

The sales and marketing track offers an in-depth study of these overlapping sectors. Students in the program will not only build practical skills, but also develop an awareness of how interconnected these two areas are.

In the online BBA in Corporate Finance degree, you will study the links between financial theory, public policy, and corporate strategy. The degree program examines the effects of government intervention, managerial incentives, and taxes on financial decisions regarding capital budgeting, capital structure, and mergers. Learn to use such techniques as planning and forecasting to evaluate and improve on an organization's financial performance. Graduates will have a working knowledge of managerial finance.

Superior customer service is essential to growing any business. The online BBA specialization in customer care management combines core business concepts with the specific knowledge you need to retain and grow your customer base.

JIU's online Bachelor in Business Administration will help you develop a solid foundation of business knowledge. After taking core courses, you'll tailor your curriculum to your own personal and professional career goals.

In this online BBA concentration, you'll study the overlap between sales and marketing, and learn the latest methods and techniques for both. The program emphasizes communication as a relationship between external and internal customers.

Jones International University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission is one of the six regional accreditating bodies in the United States and offers the highest form of accreditation available to a university. The Higher Learning Commission may be contacted at www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org or (800) 621-7440.

Ashford is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

The acquisition and contract management concentration qualifies graduates for a wide variety of specialized procurement positions in the private and public sectors.

In the banking program, business administration students build core knowledge and practical skills in a variety of finance-related topics.

Take advantage of the growth in global commerce with Strayer's BBA in E-Business.

The BBA concentration in finance can prepare you for a variety of rewarding careers in banking, financial analysis and planning, or even government or non-profit organizations.

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) prepares graduates for a wide range of managerial positions in business, government, and non-profit organizations. Business administration students acquire fundamental as well as practical and professional skills in all phases of business, including decision-making and problem-solving.

The BBA program offers area concentrations that enable students to tailor their degrees to their career and educational goals. Specializations are available in: Acquisition and Contract Management, Banking, E-Business, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resource Management, Legal Studies, Management, Marketing, and Retail Management.

*Programs may vary by state and by campus.

Learn to manage any organization's most important assets with a BBA concentration in human resources.

Prepare for leadership positions with Strayer's BBA in management. You'll learn proven techniques and industry trends.

Marketing professionals are in high demand everywhere. Qualify for a job in advertising, PR, public service, outreach and more with Strayer's marketing BBA.

Ready to run a store--maybe even your own? The BBA in Retail Management can help you build the practical skills you need.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to provide a fundamental introduction to the field, and to qualify students for entry-level accounting positions.

Qualify for an entry-level job or a graduate program in management, business law, public policy, economics and more.

This comprehensive BS program is intended to produce a new generation of business professionals focused on global trade, marketing, finance and more.

Strayer University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Ashford is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Graduates of AIU Online's International Business BBA degree program are trained to analyze how international trade and finance policies and relations affect business decisions. Students who complete this program will be ready to pursue career opportunities such as Global Distribution Manager, International Sales Representative, International Trade Manager and others.

AIU Online's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Project Management provides a comprehensive business education, combined with real-world applications, to prepare students for some of the most rewarding jobs in today's competitive workplace. This degree program combines a liberal arts foundation with core business courses for students interested in pursuing careers in such diverse areas.

AIU Online's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program, with a concentration in Organizational Psychology, is designed to position students interested in pursuing careers such as Human Resource Representatives, Training and Development Coordinators, Customer Service Representatives and many other people-centric professions. Students will develop an understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics that affect business success; then gain the skills to function effectively in group and organizational settings.

The Bachelor's in Business Administration provides a solid foundation for any business professional. It combines a liberal arts foundation with core business courses for students interested in business or management careers or preparation for advanced study.

Today's fast-paced, ever-changing business environments require the most successful professionals to have a firm grasp of the up-to-date models, strategies and theories driving modern economies. AIU Online developed this degree program with a focus on helping students develop skills in business, critical thinking and communications. The AIU Online Management BBA was designed with working adults in mind, giving them the springboard they need to further their current careers or to provide them with the skill development they need to start new ones. The program helps provide a solid foundation for any business professional. The curriculum provides an in-depth study in business, management and marketing and gives students a strong foundation for continued studies, should they wish to advance their business education in the future.

The AIU Online Bachelor's in Marketing curriculum is designed to provide students with the real-world education and experience necessary for a professional career in the fast-paced, ever-changing marketing industry, including careers in corporate marketing, advertising agencies, PR firms, sales departments and more. The program combines a core education in business with liberal arts studies, and then focuses on topics specific to business marketing in a corporate environment. The solid background in marketing concepts and business strategies is also an outstanding foundation for those wishing to continue their educations beyond a bachelor's degree by advancing into the AIU Online Marketing MBA program.

Earn a degree that combines a liberal arts foundation with core business courses. Ideal for students interested in pursuing such careers as: Construction Manager, Compliance Officer, Production Manager, Organizational Consultant, and more.

AIU Online developed a Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management to provide a broad understanding of the role of HR and its relationship to employee productivity. This program is designed to help prepare students for such diverse and interesting careers as: Corporate Recruiters, Training Specialists, Labor Relations Managers, Employee Benefits Managers and many others.

American InterContinental University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. Additional information is available at 312-263-0456 or www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.

Ashford is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Nothing plays a larger part in business than financial management. At Westwood, you'll develop expertise in accounting and finance, business profitability and more, topped off with those all-important skills in leadership and decision making.

If you like the idea of managing the lifeblood of a business, take action now.

Part-time option: Already have at least 24 quarter credits? Check out Westwood's School of Professional Studies for busy people: Online. Flexible hours*.

Start building your future - with Westwood College, A Place Where You Can Succeed.®

*Online programs not available in all states, e.g. TX, MA, MN, and IL Not all programs available at all campuses

Visual communications blends marketing research and planning with a wide range of design topics to create an exciting, innovative and creative field in print and media.

With 70 percent of your core contact hours spent in hands-on lab sessions, you'll receive intensive training from working professionals in the all-important Adobe Creative Suite, the industry-standard software for visual communications.

Whether you prefer hands-on production or communications management, Start creating an exciting future now - with Westwood College, A Place Where You Can Succeed

Not all programs available at all campuses.

Westwood College schools are accredited by either the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) or the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Westwood is also a candidate for accreditation with The Higher Learning Commission and an affiliate of the North Central Association (http://www.ncahlc.org/).

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