Applied Business Technologies, AAB

Program Description

The Applied Business Technologies program prepares students for entry-level jobs in business. These individuals receive extensive coursework and hands-on training in various technologies. They acquire business skills, including the latest software applications, as well as supervisory and managerial skills. Emphasis is placed on managing the information flow in the office, handling client/customer relations, and providing effective communication within the organization. Soft skills used in the business environment, including problem-solving and decision-making, are developed. The business technology student in today’s corporate world is a professional able to make decisions and use learned technology, communication skills, and entry-level business expertise to advance the public image of the business for which he or she works.

Admission Requirements

Students must fulfill general Wright State University-Lake Campus admission requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate the ability to write a cover letter, resume, and job application
Students will demonstrate proficiency in multiple software packages
Students will demonstrate effective business communication skills
Students will demonstrate the ability to develop a business plan

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Program Requirements:

I. Wright State Core: 16 Hours

Element 1: Communication: 3 Hours

Element 2: Mathematics: 3 Hours

Element 4: Arts/Humanities: 3 Hours

Element 5: Social Sciences: 3 Hours

Element 6: Natural Sciences: 4 Hours

II. Departmental Requirements: 21 Hours

OIS 1160 - Introduction to Applied Business Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 1260 - Spreadsheet Applications Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2120 - Financial Recordkeeping Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2150 - Job Search/Portfolio Development Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2180 - Emerging Office Technology Trends Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2200 - Administrative Office Management Credit Hour(s): 3
TMG 2800 - Small Business Management Credit Hour(s): 3

II. Departmental Electives: 23 Hours

IT 2300 - E-Commerce Advertising Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 1010 - Professional Development I Credit Hour(s): 1
OIS 1020 - Professional Development II Credit Hour(s): 1
OIS 1030 - Professional Development III Credit Hour(s): 1
OIS 1040 - Professional Development IV Credit Hour(s): 1
OIS 2500 - Internship Credit Hour(s): 3
OL 2010 - Leading Self Credit Hour(s): 3
OR Any approved business, accounting, or IT elective

Total: 60 Hours

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

Applied Business Technologies, AAB (GPS)