Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Discover how different a school can be.

Pittsburgh Technical Institute (PTI) offers exciting associate's degree and certificate programs in a variety of career-related fields ranging from technical, business and computer to criminal justice, design, hospitality, travel and medical.

At PTI you build a career, explore new opportunities and move closer to a successful, independent future. When you visit PTI you will discover an energized atmosphere. The hallways are electric, the students are involved and the instructors are charismatic.

PTI cultivates a dynamic, student-centered environment filled with activities, internships, projects and organizations where students grow as individuals and thrive as professionals. Adult students thrive at PTI's Center for Certification and Adult Learning where classes and schedules are designed with convenience and flexibility in mind.

Accreditation

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PTI is the only career school in Western PA accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Associate's - Business Administration - Accounting

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Software-savvy accounting professionals use numbers and computers to project, analyze and drive critical business decisions. With PTI's accounting associate's degree, you can begin a successful career in accounting or business.

Courses in the accounting program include:

• Accounting Information Systems
• Financial Accounting
• Auditing
• Spreadsheet Applications
• Personal Finance

Associate's - Business Administration - Management

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Dynamic, computer-proficient individuals motivate coworkers, solve problems, and identify solutions to help their companies grow and stay competitive. Learn the skills you need to get to the top of the career ladder with PTI's business management program.

Course work includes:

• Principles of Management
• International Business
• E-Commerce and Internet Sales
• Business Law
• Small Business Management

Associate's - Business Administration - Marketing

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Analytical workers target buyers, identify products and services, schedule promotions, and deliver what the customer wants. Learn how to successfully market products and ideas by earning your associate's degree in marketing.

Students in the marketing program will learn about the following:

• Principles of Marketing
• Advertising and Promotions
• Buying Procedures
• Retail Management
• Professional Selling

Associate's - Business Administration - Retail Management

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Take the first step toward an exciting career in retail management. Students in the associate's degree program will take courses such as:

• Consumer segment identification
• Differentiating buying behavior
• Retail operations
• Promotion, marketing and merchandising

Associate's - Hospitality Management Administration - Hotel Management

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The hospitality industry is growing. Employers are looking for customer-friendly individuals to work in full-service and limited-service restaurants, gaming facilities, convention centers, hotels, inns and resorts. Become a part of this booming industry by getting your associate's in hotel management.

Students will learn about the following:

• Facilities Management
• Sales and Customer Service
• Hospitality Supervision
• Front Office Procedures
• Resort Management

Associate's - Hospitality Management Administration - Restaurant Management

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Do you know that people from all over the country come to PTI for a one of a kind learning experience? PTI offers a hospitality management administration program that is second to none. Discover why PTI has earned the reputation as one of the best hospitality management administration schools in the country.

The restaurant management program includes course work in:

• Club and Restaurant Management
• Food and Beverage Management
• Nutrition
• Purchasing for Hospitality Operations
• Safety and Sanitation Procedures

Associate's - Travel and Tourism Administration

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Outgoing travel professionals plan trips and meetings, scout locations, book reservations, insure the safety of passengers, guide tours and work with corporate clients. Gain the confidence and skills you need to succeed in the travel industry by earning your associate's degree in travel and tourism administration from PTI.

Students will learn about:

• Computer Reservation Systems
• Corporate Travel Management
• Leisure Travel Management
• Marketing and Selling the Travel Product
• Diversity Management

Evening Degree Programs

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These career-focused programs are designed to meet the needs of the individual seeking an Associate of Science degree. Busy adults can select from a menu of shorter, evening certificate and degree programs. Some degree offerings are available in an on-site/online format that blends flexible learning with classroom instruction.

The following business degrees are available:

• Business Administration - Accounting Administration
• Business Administration - Management

Information

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