Widely recognized among colleges and universities, Berkeley College offers a proven approach to career education that provides students with a competitive edge and the skills sought by employers. This innovative combination of benefits is known as The Berkeley Advantage®.
The completely renovated Newark campus of Berkeley College facility will offer a secure and comfortable learning environment. State-of-the-art classrooms, labs, library, student lounge and administrative offices will be located in the building. High speed wireless Internet access via Berkeley's own wi-fi network, computers, printers, data video projectors and scanners will be available to students, faculty and staff.
The accounting major integrates a broad background in business administration with a thorough understanding of accounting concepts and theory and hands-on training in computerized accounting. The program prepares students for positions in private, public, not-for-profit and governmental agencies.
The information systems management major is designed to develop an understanding of how successful businesses have streamlined their systems and reorganized their staffs so that vast amounts of information are exchanged more efficiently than ever. The program provides a broad background in business administration, combining computer technology with strong managerial techniques and interpersonal skills. Students learn to communicate electronically and to use the Internet, online data services, spreadsheets, graphics, database and project management software to solve business problems.
Combining a solid foundation in the human and organizational aspects of management with a broad background in business administration, the management major provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide and motivate group efforts toward achieving the organization's desired goals and to make managerial decisions.
Every great product, service, or idea needs communication to capture attention, build desire, and gain favor among consumers. In today's highly competitive global marketplace, world-class organizations are spending more and more on winning the hearts and minds of consumers via Marketing Communications tools such as advertising, public relations, sales promotions, and professional selling. The Marketing Communications program at Berkeley College is ideal for students who are interested in generating creative solutions to marketing problems through integrated communications.
The Associate of Applied Science in Financial Services is designed to provide an overview of financial institutions, the products and services they offer, and their importance to the economy. The curriculum, built on a solid business and technology core, emphasizes financial planning and exchange, and considers investment securities management.
Both programs explore the dynamics of multinational and multicultural business environments and prepare students to manage successfully in the large, multinational markets that are emerging in North and South America, Europe, Africa, the Pacific Rim and elsewhere.
The Associate of Science degree program requires a foreign language. If you wish to develop proficiency in either Spanish or French--two important international business languages--you should choose the AS degree.
If you prefer to focus more intensively on business studies, you should choose the Associate of Applied Science degree program, which has no foreign language requirement. Our AAS program integrates a solid foundation in international trade, marketing and management; knowledge of global business practices; an understanding of cultural and environmental contexts of international business; and strong technological skills.
Berkeley College also offers students the opportunity to broaden their experience and study overseas while earning academic credits.
Every great product, service, or idea needs communication to capture attention, build desire, and gain favor among consumers. In today's highly competitive global marketplace, world-class organizations are spending more and more on winning the hearts and minds of consumers via Marketing Communications tools such as advertising, public relations, sales promotions, and professional selling. The Marketing Communications program at Berkeley College is ideal for students who are interested in generating creative solutions to marketing problems through integrated communications.
The management major integrates professional courses in management with a strong background in business administration. The program fosters innovation and creativity in decision-making and develops the skills necessary to actively participate in the management of a modern organization. The design of the program reflects the constantly-changing pattern of the business world. It incorporates creative problem-solving, team-building, presentation skills, managing and valuing cultural diversity, forecasting, strategic planning and using computers to solve business problems.
Management majors who wish to begin their own business and those who are preparing to take over a family enterprise may focus on the field of entrepreneurship. They can hone their skills through courses that emphasize the application of sound business principles in developing and evaluating ideas for start-up and expansion, preparing a business plan, and financing and managing a small business.
Effective management of an organization's human resources is essential to business success. Management majors focusing on this complex area will have a clear understanding of strategies for attracting and retaining a skilled, motivated workforce. They will also have an opportunity to consider legal issues affecting employment polices as well as benefits administration and professional development.
The business administration major is a broad-based program of study which strategically balances academic preparation, professional training and hands-on experience. Incorporated throughout this business administration curriculum is an emphasis on creative problem-solving, team-building, presentation skills, cultural diversity, cross-cultural communication, strategic planning and computer applications widely used in today's professional environment. The business administration program allows students to develop an expertise in accounting, management, marketing or international business.
The ever-increasing complexity of today's financial world renders yesterday's answers obsolete. This program meets the need for trained professionals to plan, assess and evaluate a client's financial future through the development of a comprehensive financial plan. Graduates are qualified to join the investment community and secure positions within investment firms and other financial services organizations. The program also prepares students for the Certified Financial Planning Examination offered by the CFP Board of Standards, Inc.
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