The Business Fundamentals Concentration offers students immersion in material that is substantive, thought-provoking and comprehensive regarding the development and operation of a business in the United States. This program places a strong emphasis on business fundamentals including finance, budgeting, strategic planning, sales and marketing, ethics, on-line commerce and information technology resources. Additionally, students will gain knowledge in the areas of professional development and customer service.

Program Length

44 weeks (40 academic weeks + 4 administrative weeks)

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
for International Students

After completion of the Business Career Program, eligible international students can apply for up to 12 months OPT work authorization to gain practical experience in their field of study.

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PROGRAM LENGTH

44 Weeks
*54 Credit Hours

PROGRAM COSTS

Illinois

Tuition: $1,400 per quarter
Course Materials Fee: $180 per quarter
Supply Fee: $40 per quarter
Total: $1,620 per quarter

Tuition: $5,600 per year
Course Materials Fee: $720 per year
Supply Fee: $160 per year
Total: $6,480 per year

Massachusetts

Tuition: $1,600 per quarter
Course Materials Fee: $180 per quarter
Supply Fee: $40 per quarter
Total: $1,820 per quarter

Tuition: $6,400 per year
Course Materials Fee: $720 per year
Supply Fee: $160 per year
Total: $7,280 per year

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Professional Development

3 Qtr. Credit Hours

Customer Service

3 Qtr. Credit Hours

Computerized Accounting

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Business Ethics

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Principles of Sales & Marketing

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Financial Services

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Applied Business Concepts

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Computer Applications I

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Computer Applications II

6 Qtr. Credit Hours

Business Professional Externship

3 Qtr. Credit Hours/ 6 Seminar Hours/ 84 Externship Hours

Cross-Cultural Management Fundamentals

3 Qtr. Credit Hours/ 5 Weeks

Introduction to Small Business Management

3 Qtr. Credit Hours/ 5 Weeks

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Microsoft Office Specialist (MoS) Certification

Industry-specific certifications provide significant advantages to professionals and job candidates. They allow participants to be strategically positioned in the interview process, which may lead to gainful employment.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MoS) Certification provides industry-leading assessments of skills and knowledge, giving students real-world exercises to appraise their understanding of Microsoft Office. It boosts academic performance and prepares students for future careers.

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    This program prepares you for the following careers:

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    • Account Representative
    • Accountant
    • Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
    • Administrative Assistant
    • Advertising Associate
    • Bank Teller
    • Business Operations Specialist
    • Insurance Sales Agent
    • Marketing Coordinator
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    • Paralegals and Legal Assistant
    • Patient Representative
    • Public Relations Specialist
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    • Risk Management Specialist
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