ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN APPLIED BUSINESS IN
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN MARKETING & TOURISM
Program Objectives & Overview
The business administration program offers a well-rounded education for those seeking an entry level position in the business field. Technical courses provide an excellent core business foundation while the General Education classes reinforce knowledge needed to achieve success. The intent of this program is to provide the graduate with a strong background in management, business law, accounting, leadership development, and computer applications. Business administration majors participate in an externship during their final quarters of study. This experience provides an opportunity to gain valuable field experience.
A concentration in Marketing and Tourism provides the education necessary to contribute effectively in marketing, tourism, and hospitality fields. Marketing tools, event planning and promotion will be explored through developing budgets, and planning and promoting meeting and events. Essential customer service and social media skills will be developed through pertinent coursework.
Graduates from the Business Administration program with this concentration will be qualified for positions in marketing, hospitality and tourism including but not limited to: waterparks, hotels, theme parks and restaurants. Additional opportunities can be found in any business industry requiring customer service, event planning, and marketing skills.
TECHNICAL COURSES
Computerized Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Small Business Management
Human Resource Management
Principles of Management
Principles of Economics
Externship
Global Business
Word Processing I
Spreadsheets I
Graphics Presentation
Principles of Marketing
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CONCENTRATION COURSES
Introduction to Hospitality
Customer Service & Relationship Management
Event Planning and Promotion
Social Media and Internet Marketing
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BASIC COURSES
Accounting I
Introduction to Business
Professional Development
Business Law
Composition I
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Intro to Computer Science
Composition II
Interpersonal Communication
Business Math
Psychology
Political Science
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QUARTER CREDITS
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
108
My instructors, as well as the staff, were amazing at OBC, and I couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to help me succeed in the way I did."
- JAMIE BENES
ACADEMIC OUTCOMES
At the completion of the program, students should possess the following technical skills:
- Understand the concepts of economics, marketing, sales, and human resource management.
- Understand the fundamentals of marketing and tourism, including customer service, hospitality planning, and event planning and promotion.
- Demonstrate knowledge of social media and Internet marketing communication principles.
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Event Planner
Hotel Manager
Spa and Wellness Manager
Concierge (Guest Relations)
Travel Agent
Restaurant Manager
Recreational Sports Manager
Business Account Manager
Hospitality Management
Advertising and PR Rep
Tourism Liaison
Corporate Event Planner
CLASS SCHEDULE
DAY: A typical full time business student attending day classes will have 3 classes per week. Lecture classes are 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, and Lab classes (if required) are 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. Once enrolled, your schedule will be personalized to fit your needs.
EVENING: A typical full time business students attending evening classes will have 3 sessions per week. Lecture classes are 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, and Lab classes (if required) are 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm. Once enrolled, your schedule will be personalized to fit your needs.
Are you ready to begin your path to a better career?
Director of Admissions at Sandusky
Brock Morgan
Phone: (419) 627-8345 ext. 2212
Sr. Admissions Representative at Sandusky
Susan Majoy
Phone: (419) 627-8345 ext. 2217