2023-2024 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 01, 2024  
2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Applied Business Technologies, AAB


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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 Electives: 23 Hours


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.

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