Sullivan University

Associate of Applied Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management

At Sullivan University's National Center for Hospitality Studies, students participate in an 18-month Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree program in Hotel and Restaurant Management that prepares graduates for management careers with hotels, motels and restaurants, small and large, worldwide. Students take both business and general studies classes and have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in some of the area's finest establishments, including our on-campus, award winning, 3 1/2 star rated Winston's Restaurant at Sullivan University.

Accounting

Administrative Accounting Specialist

As business and industry continues to grow, there is great demand for qualified accountants. Sullivan's two-year Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree in Accounting program builds heavily upon solid accounting principles and tax procedures, and relates their application to all forms of business. The relationship of accounting, information processing and management combined with general studies and specialized business courses prepares the graduate for highly specialized accounting and management positions in the business world. Organizational and leadership abilities of students are developed as well, giving them greater opportunities for career growth and success.

Associate's - Accounting

As business and industry continues to grow, there is great demand for qualified accountants. Sullivan's two-year Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree in Accounting program builds heavily upon solid accounting principles and tax procedures, and relates their application to all forms of business. The relationship of accounting, information processing and management combined with general studies and specialized business courses prepares the graduate for highly specialized accounting and management positions in the business world. Organizational and leadership abilities of students are developed as well, giving them greater opportunities for career growth and success.

Associate's - Business Management

Individuals who wish to grow within a business organization will find the Sullivan University's Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree in Business Management designed especially for them. Both aspiring managers and those with some managerial experience will profit from the emphasis on personnel, office administration, corporate management, finance and law, which comprise the major thrusts of this discipline.

Specialized business courses and general studies offerings are combined, providing well-rounded skills for the modern business manager. In the elective offerings, students may add to specific individual goals in their business management careers.

Associate's - Marketing and Sales

The Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree in Marketing and Sales Management seeks to meet the need for professional sales, sales management, customer service centers and marketing personnel who are in demand in today's business environment.

The art of selling, advertising, and marketing combine with general studies and basic business courses to provide solid preparation for success and advancement. The constant need for capable employees in this area offers Sullivan graduates the opportunity to advance rapidly in any position where creative sales and marketing ability are needed.

Associate's in Legal Administrative Professional

The Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree with a Legal Administrative Professional option can open additional doors in the legal field for the graduate. The degree combines the solid skills gained from the diploma with specialized management skills and general studies classes. These elements round out the student's career education and enhance the graduate's potential for upward mobility in the modern legal office.

Associate's in Public Safety Administration

The Public Safety Administration program academically prepares graduates to enter the field of criminal justice or other protective fields. Many agencies now require applicants hold an Associates degree to meet basic eligibility requirements in addition to a high school diploma or GED. Sullivan's approach provides students with the opportunity for a well rounded education in the vast field of public safety. By recognizing all public safety agencies interact regularly, classes not only focus on criminal justice but many areas related to the public safety field. In addition, the administration component of the program allows students to develop skills in conflict resolution, psychology, public speaking, human resource management and many others. These skills help prepare graduates for advancement and promotion within the field of public safety after initial entry into the field. According to U.S. Department of Labor statistics, this is a growing field with many exciting career opportunities.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS-BA) Degree prepares graduates for the more advanced positions in business and equips them with greater potential for upward mobility while on the job.

Career options are available in Accounting, Computer Systems, Logistics, Marketing, and Management to enable the student to customize his or her preparation in key areas of specific interest and expertise.

The program is designed particularly for those who already have employment and wish to continue their formal education to open future doors for advancement. Most junior and senior level classes are conducted in the evenings and on weekends, and many are also available over the Internet.

Bachelor's - Human Resource Leadership

The Bachelor or Science degree in Human Resource Leadership is designed to provide the necessary academic and experiential factors for the beginning practitioner and manager. Among the skills derived from the program are an in-depth study of basic human resource management, alternate dispute resolution procedures, employment, human diversity, compensation management and corporate training. As a result of these courses, the student emerges as a well-rounded manager capable of meeting the challenges of the work place.

This is a degree completion program. An associate degree (or the equivalent number of hours) is required for admission at the junior level.

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management prepares graduates for advanced positions in the hospitality industry and equips them with greater potential for upward mobility.

An associate degree in a hospitality major is required for admission at a junior level. These include culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, professional catering, travel, tourism and event management, hotel and restaurant management or a similar degree. Associate degree graduates from other accredited culinary or hospitality training institutions are also eligible for junior level status. The program is designed particularly for those who are employed and wish to continue their formal education to open doors for future advancement. Most junior and senior level classes are conducted in the evening and on weekends, or over the Internet, with all junior and senior hospitality core courses available over the Internet.

Business Administration

The quality of management of a small or rapidly growing business usually makes the difference in profit or loss, in success or failure. Managers need to know business law, personnel management, computers, and basic accounting to succeed.

This 12-month intensive program does just that. It prepares aspiring managers with the basics to make the kind of business decisions that will make businesses grow and prosper. Positions as managers or management trainees provide both challenging responsibilities and good salaries.

Executive MBA (EMBA)

The Executive MBA program is designed for mid and senior level career professionals. The curriculum is designed to provide a learning experience for busy executives to effectively manage the change and growth in today's competitive global environment.

Complete the program in only 44 weeks including holidays and vacations, and one weekend per month. The program is web assisted and designed especially for professionals with career demanding schedules! Success has never been easier!

Hospitality Management

Legal Administrative Assistant

The legal field offers many exciting career opportunities. The development of a sound vocabulary, familiarity with legal routine and phraseology and an introduction to procedures and documents common to the legal environment, are all presented in the Legal Administrative Assistant Program. Students gain the competence required for satisfying positions in the offices of practicing attorneys, judges, district attorneys, federal and government officials, municipal and state legal departments, and public or private corporations

Marketing Management

This program is designed to prepare students for exciting entry-level positions in marketing or customer service center positions and the education to progress to sales management.

From sales techniques to marketing research, students are provided with the knowledge and skills to perform effectively in this most essential part of our national and international economic system.

Master of Business Administration

Since 1997, the Graduate School has enabled business professionals to enhance their capabilities and achieve higher measures of success. You will find that during your time in this program your skills will grow, your confidence will build and you will become a more valued asset in the marketplace. Upon completion of your program, you will leave not only with credentials that will open previously locked doors, but you will be a valued problem-solver with the skills and experience to prove it daily.

In addition to the general MBA whereby a student can choose his or her own three electives, there are four option areas available to students who enroll in the MBA program. A student can take three focused electives, rather than general electives, that will form an option area. The option area will be reflected on the student's diploma and transcript. The option areas are:

• Management Information Systems
• Management Skills
• Human Resource Management
• Dispute Resolution
• Leadership

Medical Administrative Assistant - Diploma

Medical Office Management - Associate's

The additional education that medical office management students receive in the Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree program prepares students for advancement opportunities in the medical field. These opportunities may include management or other office supervisory positions in a medical environment. The associate degree program focuses on enhancing the student's communication, computer and management skills.

Travel and Tourism

The travel and tourism industry offers jetage opportunities to young men and women as reservationists, travel agency managers, tour planners, tour wholesalers in airline positions and more. Fringe benefits often include generous vacations, free trip passes and travel opportunities at reduced fare.

Sullivan's nine-month program focuses attention on domestic travel enabling our graduates to better serve the needs of their future clients, business and personal travel in the United States. Attention focuses on airline procedures, current computer reservation systems and travel management.