Applied Business Technologies, AAB, Lake Campus (GPS)

This plan outlines a two-year path to graduation. You are expected to satisfy all “success marker” courses, grades, and GPAs as specified. For part-time students and students needing to complete background material, this schedule represents the order in which courses should be taken. This suggested plan to two-year graduation does not replace regular advising appointments. Some course offerings may change.

Term One

ENG 1100 - Academic Writing and Reading Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 1160 - Introduction to Applied Business Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 1260 - Spreadsheet Applications Credit Hour(s): 2
OIS 1280 - Database Applications Credit Hour(s): 2
CORE - Wright State Core Element 4 Credit Hour(s): 3
Dept. Elective Credit Hour(s): 1

Total: 14 Credit Hours

* If you do not feel proficient in Word, strongly consider taking CS 1010 .

Term Two

OIS 1150 - Business/Office Correspondence Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2170 - Integrated Office Software Credit Hour(s): 3
OIS 2200 - Administrative Office Management Credit Hour(s): 3
TMG 2800 - Small Business Management Credit Hour(s): 3
CORE - Wright State Core Element 2 Credit Hour(s): 3
Dept. Electives Credit Hour(s): 3

Total: 15 Credit Hours

Term Three

OIS 2120 - Financial Recordkeeping Credit Hour(s): 3 (Quick Books)
Dept. Electives Credit Hour(s): 3
Dept. Electives Credit Hour(s): 3
CORE- Wright State Core Element 6 Credit Hour(s): 4

Total: 16 Credit Hours

Term Four

OIS 2150 - Job Search/Portfolio Development Credit Hour(s): 3 *
OIS 2180 - Emerging Office Technology Trends Credit Hour(s): 3
CORE - Wright State Core Element 5 Credit Hour(s): 3
Dept. Electives Credit Hour(s): 6

Total: 15 Credit Hours

SUCCESS MARKERS:

*Must have Sophomore Status

Program Description Career Opportunities

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, 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 include solving problems and making decisions are developed. The Business Technology student in today’s corporate world is a professional who is 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.

Campus Contact Information

Faculty Contact Information:

C. Berelsman

cynthia.berelsman@wright.edu

Academic Advisor Information:

M. Hibner

mark.hibner@wright.edu

Additional Comments

Must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to graduate.