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Table of Contents

History ........................................................................2

Legal Structure ..........................................................3

Mission Statement..................................................... 4

Administration & Faculty .......................................... 4

Admissions ................................................................5

Advanced Standing ................................................. 6

Financial Aid ..........................................................6-9

Scholarships .......................................................10-11

Tuition .......................................................................12

Refund Policy .....................................................13-15

Calendar .................................................................18

School Policies ...................................................16-25

Graduate Services.............................................24-25

Programs ............................................................26-45

Course Descriptions ..........................................46-53

Application ........................................................55-56

“Making the choice to

improve the quality of

your life is the first big

step. Choosing Newport

Business Institute is

your next step. We

have been a leader in

business education for

over 100 years. Our

programs are designed

to meet the current

job requirements of

employers. At Newport

Business Institute, we

provide a high-quality

education and hands-on

experience. Newport

Business Institute

provides you with the

training and skills that

are required for lifelong

career success.”

J. Bryant MullenPresident

Michelle L. MullenVice-President

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Newport Business InstituteThe Newport Business Institute was founded in 1895 by Professor Harry Sayre and was then known as “Sayre Business College.” The name was later changed to “New Kensington Commercial School” to more properly identify the school with the geographic area it served. The name was registered in Westmoreland County and in Harrisburg, the state capital. Since acquiring an additional school in Williamsport, the names of the two schools were combined to create our new name, “Newport Business Institute.” Subsequent administrators of the school were Miss Rosetta Turner, Professor Dinninger, Mr. Harry Gould, Mrs. Bertha Kile, Dr. Joseph J. Pallone, and Dr. Harry E. Ryan. In 1973 New Kensington Commmercial School was purchased and formed into the Mullen Corporation under the laws of Pennsylvania. The school was administered by Robert J. Mullen. On January 2, 1990, J. Bryant Mullen and Michelle L. Mullen purchased the Mullen Corporation and the Newport Business Institute. J. Bryant Mullen, the President of Newport Business Institute, brought many years of experience in education and business to the institution. Neither subsidized nor endowed, the two-year business training institution is entirely dependent for its continuance and success upon the quality of its training as evidenced by the achievement of its graduates. Newport Business Institute is located at 945 Greensburg Road. It moved to its present location in September 1975. It serves the research and industrially oriented Allegheny-Kiski Valley, which borders Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

General Description of PremisesNewport offers classrooms with wireless technology throughout the building that allows students to access the Internet from anywhere on the premises. Laptop computers allow students the portability to take their computers from classroom to classroom. It is a non-smoking facility. Our facility is handicap accessible with designated parking and an elevator that provides access to any of the three floors in the building. Office space consists of a conference room and four administrative offices.

Our History...

MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges & Schools (ACICS)

New Kensington Area Chamber of Commerce

Strongland Chamber of Commerce

National Business Education Association

Western Pennsylvania Higher Education Council

Westmoreland School Counselors Association

Allegheny County Counselors Association

Allegheny Valley Chamber of Commerce

Alle-Kiski Valley Council for Human Services

Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators

Pennsylvania Association of Private School Administrators

Alpha Beta Kappa

National Center for Certification Testing

Faculty Development Resource Association

1895 Founded by Harry Sayre “Sayre Business College” 1920 New Name “New Kensington Commercial School” 1970 NJCAA, National Basketball Champs 1975 New Location: Lower Burrell 1995 New Name “Newport Business Institute”

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A Distinctive School of Business...LICENSED...by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, State Board of Private Licensed Schools.

ACCREDITED...by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award the Associate in Specialized Business Degree, Diplomas, and Certificates in various business-related subjects. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree granting institutions is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is located at 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241, phone: 202-336-6780.

AUTHORIZED...by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to grant the Associate in Specialized Business Degree for the completion of specified two-year programs.

APPROVED...for Veterans Training, War Orphans Educational Assistance, Rehabilitation Training, Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Bureau of Indian Affairs.

MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

International Business Education Association

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (Medical Technology)

Business and Professional Women’s Club

National Association of Allied Health Professionals

National Healthcare Association

National Allied Health Test Registry

Career College Association

Pennsylvania Association for Adults Continuing Education

American Society of Information Science

Armstrong County Business Association

Pennsylvania Association for Two-Year Colleges

Network of Colleges and Universities Committee for the Elimination of Drug & Alcohol Abuse

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Board of DirectorsJ. Bryant Mullen ............................................... President/TreasurerMichelle L. Mullen .................................. Vice President/Secretary

AdministratorsRay Wroblewski ................................................................... DirectorCarol A. Silvis ........................................................Assistant Director

Administrative Assistant ChairpersonMichael J. Choma ............................................. Dean of StudentsNancy M. Donatucci ................... Director of Graduate Services

Externship CoordinatorSharon Farster .................................................................... RegistrarRose Mary Leipertz ................................. Director of Financial AidDonald Acker ..................................................Admissions DirectorCarrie Jacobus ........................................ Admissions CoordinatorMary Jane Gatty ............................................................. Controller

FacultyDon T. AckerB.A. English University of PittsburghB.A. Communications University of Pittsburgh

Michael J. ChomaM.S. Adult Education Penn State UniversityB.S. Business Education Robert Morris CollegeA.S. Banking and Finance Boyce Campus, CCACAccounting

Aaron McGregorB.F.A. Studio Arts / Photography University of ArizonaLanguages Diploma

Maria Scherer, RN Citizens General Hospital School of NursingPre-Nursing Community College of Allegheny CountyComputer Programming Computer Systems Institute Pittsburgh, PA

Carla ShankMBA Graduate Program Waynesburg CollegeB.A., Business Administration andComputer Science LaRoche CollegeAssociate in Accouting and Computers Newport Business Institute Formerly New Kensington Commercial School

Carol A. SilvisM. Ed. Adult Education Penn State UniversityB.S. Business Education University of PittsburghSecretarial, Keyboarding, Travel, Career Development, Office Technology

Ray WroblewskiM.S. Information ScienceB.S. Psychology University of PittsburghComputer ProgrammingCisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)iCarnegie Certified

Mission Statement

Newport Business Institute is a coeducational institution that offers career-oriented programs to provide all students a quality education in a hands-on environment. Newport Business Institute prepares students to meet their employment goals and to advance in their careers.

Objectives:

To provide a creative and challenging environment with wireless technology using laptop computers and to treat all students with fairness and respect.

To serve our students through active teaching, researching, tutoring sessions, and guidance on academic matters.

To promote academic excellence by developing high standards in the classroom that are conducive to the different learning styles of our students.

To promote independent thinking, problem solving, ethics, and “team-playing” through various classroom activities.

To meet student needs with a faculty and staff who will continue to learn and grow as professionals.

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Admission RequirementsA high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

is required for admission to all programs if the student desires to

graduate and receive a diploma or the Associate in Specialized

Business Degree. A demonstrated readiness for the program

selected must be shown, although no previous instruction in

business subjects is required.

Enrollments for diploma or Associate in Specialized Business

Degree Programs are accepted for Fall, Winter, Spring, and

Summer quarters, according to the school calendar.

How to ApplyThe application form for admission must be completed and

returned to the Admissions Office with a $25 application fee. This

fee defrays in part the expenses of investigating records, advising

applicants, and other services provided by the Admissions

Department. This fee is not refundable after five (5) calendar

days of payment. A request for cancellation which is not made

in writing shall be confirmed in writing by the student within an

additional period of five calendar days. After five calendar days

or after ten calendar days absent of written confirmation, the

school may retain all of the monies paid.

The applicant should request that an official transcript of grades

be submitted directly from the high school from which the

applicant graduated or will graduate.

Each candidate for admission is considered individually on

merit and potential. When all the necessary records have been

reviewed, the student will be notified promptly of the decision.

Tentative acceptance is granted to high school seniors pending

successful completion of high school.

Newport Business Institute does not discriminate on the grounds

of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, or handicap

in the administration of its educational programs, activities, or

respect to admission or employment. Inquiries may be directed

to the Director, 945 Greensburg Road, Lower Burrell, PA 15068,

(724) 339-7542.

Our Objectives are...

To prepare all students to meet the current needs of employers.

To support continuing education and training for faculty and staff in order to keep up with changing technology.

To encourage all students to participate in lifelong learning through instruction and example.

To motivate students to obtain professional status through certification and testing.

To improve student communication and problem-solving skills through written assignments and oral presentations.

To develop student computer proficiency and expertise by updating the technology curriculum on a regular basis.

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Advanced StandingStudents who transfer to Newport Business Institute may have previous courses taken elsewhere applied to their new program of study. The transcript must, of course, be approved by the Dean of Students. These transcripts must be submitted 30 days prior to the beginning of the quarter. The maximum amount of credits the institution will allow is 45.

The student who brings competencies from outside the institution may pretest to get advanced standing.

Transferability of CreditsArticulation agreements are in place with various advanced education institutions. Anyone interested in obtaining a list should contact the Director of the school. Other institutions will transfer courses on a credit-by-credit evaluation.

The student transferring credits will be requested to provide school transcripts, a course catalog from the institution, course descriptions and, if necessary, the course syllabus and outlines.

Financing Your EducationThe Financial Aid Director is available to work with families on an individual basis to help them determine how they can best utilize their own resources and other funds to meet educational expenses. Payment for the student’s education is a major concern for any family. In order to assist your educational expenses, Newport offers several types of financial assistance. Scholarships, grants, and student loans are available for qualified students.

The Financial

Aid Director is

available to work

with families on

an individual

basis to help them

determine how

they can best

utilize their own

resources and

other funds to

meet educational

expenses.

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VerificationVerification is the process used to check the accuracy of the information that a student gives when applying for Federal Student Aid. Newport verifies all selected applicants (with the exception of the PLUS and Unsubsidized programs). The selected applicant and spouse must submit, at the minimum, U.S. Tax Return(s) if filed and a verification worksheet. The dependent student must also submit the parent’s tax return(s).

Policies and Procedures for Verification • All selected applicants will be verified. • Selected applicants must submit required verification

documents within thirty (30) days of notification. • If the student fails to provide the required documentation

within the established timeframe, then he/she will be treated as a cash-paying student until the documents are provided.

• If the student does not meet the deadlines and is not capable of making a cash payment at the end of the deadline, he/she will be dismissed from the school. The student may re-enter the school only when he/she can provide the documentation.

• The Financial Aid office reserves the right to make exceptions to the above-stated policies due to extenuating circumstances, on a case-by-case basis.

• Students will be given a clear explanation of the documentation needed to satisfy the verification requirements and the process for document submission.

• The school will inform students in a timely manner of the consequences of failing to complete the verification requirements and the actions the school will take if the student does not submit the requested documentation within the time period specified by the school.

• Students will be informed of their responsibilities regarding the verification of application information, including the school’s deadline for completion of any actions required.

• Students will be notified by mail or in person if the results of verification change the student’s scheduled award.

• The school will assist the student in correcting erroneous information.

• Any suspected case of fraud will be reported to the Regional Office of the Inspector General, or, if more appropriate, to the state or local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction to investigate the matter. Referrals to local or state agencies will be reported on an annual basis to the Inspector General.

Students will

be given a clear

explanation of the

documentation

needed to satisfy

the verification

requirements.

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Federal Aid ProgramsThere are many ways to get financial help. Once you have decided upon a Newport Business Institute education, we can assist you in obtaining the various aids to pay for your education and are anxious to serve in this regard.

FEDERAL FAMILY EDUCATION LOAN PLAN (FFELP)FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN PROGRAM - SUBSIDIZED/UNSUBSIDIZED - This low interest loan of up to $3,500 for the first academic year and up to $4,500 for the second academic year is available to qualified students enrolled in eligible programs. Repayment may be deferred until six months after graduation and spread over a period as long as ten years. Complete information is available from the Financial Aid office or lending institution.

FEDERAL UNSUBSIDIZED - Up to $6,000 per year is available to independent students enrolled in eligible programs, and up to $2,000 is available to dependent students.

FEDERAL PLUS PROGRAM - Parents of dependent undergraduate students may borrow under this program if eligible. More information can be obtained from the Financial Aid office or lending institution.

PENNSYLVANIA HIGHER EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AGENCYPHEAAGrants - Students enrolled in programs of 1500 hours/75 credit hours or longer are eligible to apply for a State Higher Education Grant of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.

PELL GRANT PROGRAMThis is a Federal program, which provides funds to eligible students after high school. These are not available to students who have earned baccalaureate degrees.

Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)This is a Federal program and is awarded based on financial need and a set of qualification criteria which may be found at http://www.acggrant.com/acg-requirements.html. This grant is not a loan and does not need to be repaid. The ACG is for up to $750 for the first year of academic study and up to $1,300 for the second year of academic study.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE LOANS FROM OTHER STATESSimilar to PHEAA Loans, these loans are available to qualified out-of-state students through their home states’ higher education agencies.

We can assist

you in obtaining

the various aids

to pay for your

education and are

anxious to serve

in this regard!

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Federal Assistance ProgramsNewport Business Institute is approved for training students under the following programs:

G. I. BILLVeterans eligible for education and training under Title 38 of the United States Code are entitled to a legislatively set monthly allowance from the Veterans Administration while attending the school in an approved program of study.

WAR ORPHANS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCEThis program provides financial aid for the education of sons and daughters of veterans who died during, or as a result of, active service. Benefits are similar to those of the G. I. Bill. Dependents of disabled or deceased veterans may also be eligible for this program.

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION FOR VETERANSVeterans disabled during wartime and under certain peace-time service may be eligible for educational benefits and training.

OTHER STATE AND FEDERAL PROGRAMSFinancial assistance may be available through such government programs as Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Pennsylvania Career Link, Bureau of Indian Affairs (for American Indian Youth), Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), State Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and Training Rehabilitation Act (TRA).

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Newport ScholarshipsMerit ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards up to three merit scholarships a year valued at up to one-third of the total current tuition cost. The awarding of any federal and/or state assistance will affect the value of the scholarship. The scholarships are awarded to current high school seniors.

Newport ’ s scholarsh ip commit tee selects recipients based upon scholastic achievement, moral character, and financial need. Each recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA at Newport along with an excellent attendance record to have the scholarship extended for his/her second academic year.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline to apply is May 1.

Adult ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards up to three scholarships a year valued at up to one-third of the total current tuition cost. The awarding of any federal and/or state assistance will affect the value of the scholarship. The scholarships are awarded to students who have been out of high school for at least one year.

Newport’s scholarship committee selects recipients based upon achievement, moral character, and financial need. Each recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA at Newport along with an excellent attendance record to have the scholarship extended for his/her second academic year.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline for all adult scholarship applications is three weeks prior to the start date of the applicant’s first or second quarter.

FBLA ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards up to two scholarships a year valued at up to one-half of the total current tuition cost. The awarding of any federal and/or state assistance may affect the value of the scholarship.

The recipients are selected based on scholastic achievement and financial need. The recipient must be a current dues paying member of FBLA, a high school graduate, must have good moral character, and must maintain academic excellence.

If the scholarship recipient earns a 3.0 GPA for the first academic year, his or her scholarship will be extended through the second academic year.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline to apply is February 28.

Jeanne H. Mullen ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards up to two scholarships per year, each award valued at one-half the total tuition, fees, books, and supplies until the recipient graduates. The awarding of any federal and/or state grants will also affect the value of the scholarship. The scholarship is available to all single parents..

The Newport Business Institute Scholarship Committee selects recipients based upon financial need. Applicants must be a high school graduate or the equivalent, must have good moral character, and must maintain academic excellence while enrolled.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline for all scholarship applicants is three weeks prior to the start date of the applicant’s first quarter.

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Applicants should indicate by letter

their interest in applying for any

scholarship.

Imagine America ScholarshipsAll current high-school seniors are eligible to receive a $1,000 Imagine America scholarship, should they be selected by a participating high school guidance counselor. All high school seniors should check with their admissions representative to determine what high schools participate in the program. Admissions representatives can aid guidance counselors in registering for the program. All high school seniors will be notified when/if they are approved for the scholarship. In addition, a separate $500 scholarship may be awarded in a student’s second year based upon grades and attendance. Since these scholarships are based upon need, students will not be able to receive this scholarship if another scholarship discussed in this catalog is awarded.

All adult (non high school senior) students are also eligible to receive $1,000 from the Imagine America program. A brief, on-line skills assessment must be completed before awards can be made. Please check with the admissions representative for instructions about how to access the web site and complete the skills assessment. Recipients will be notified when/if approved by the Imagine America program. In addition, a separate $500 scholarship may be awarded to an adult learner in his/her second year based upon attendance and grades. Since these scholarships are based upon need, students will not be able to receive this scholarship if another scholarship discussed in this catalog is awarded.

DECA ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards one scholarship a year valued at up to one-half of the total tuition cost. The awarding of any federal and/or state grant may affect the value of the scholarship.

Newport’s Scholarsh ip Committee selects recipients based on scholastic achievement and financial need. The recipient must be a member of DECA and a high school graduate and must maintain academic excellence.

If the scholarship recipient earns a 3.0 and maintains excellent attendance for the first academic year, his or her scholarship will be extended through the second academic year.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline to apply is May 1.

Alex Goshorn Memorial ScholarshipThe Newport Business Institute awards up to two scholarships a year valued at up to one-half of the total current tuition cost. The awarding of any federal and/or state grant may affect the value of the scholarship.

Newport ’ s scholarsh ip commit tee selects recipients from Highlands High School District area residents, where Alex attended school, based on scholastic ability, moral character, and financial need. Each recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA at Newport along with an excellent attendance record to have the scholarship extended for their second academic year.

Applicants should indicate by letter their interest in applying for the scholarship. The deadline for the scholarship application is three weeks prior to the start date of the applicant’s first quarter.

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TuitionAs of September 8, 2010, the charge for regular courses of four or five classes is $3,400. All tuition is payable at the beginning of each quarter. At that time the student is responsible for tuition payment or completed financial arrangements. Students scheduled for fewer than four classes in any given quarter will be charged $875 each period. The school reserves the right to change tuition and fees as conditions may require.

The total tuition for the 117-quarter credit hour program is $27,200. The total tuition for the 105-quarter credit hour program is $27,200.The total tuition for each 102-quarter credit hour program is $23,800. The total tuition for each 60-quarter credit hour program is $13,600. The total tuition for Microsoft Office User Specialist program is $10,200. The total tuition for Medical Coding/Insurance and Billing program is $6,800. The total tuition for the Medical Transcription/Coding program is $10,200.

There are other charges, which should be pointed out for complete understanding of the total cost of a Newport Business Institute education. These include the following:

Application Fee (Due with Application) ........................... $ 25.00Not refundable after 10 days unlessapplicant is not accepted.

Graduation Fee...................................................................... 50.00Covers all charges relating to graduation,including Associate in Specialized Business Degree,diploma, or certificate, and one transcript, due at the end of last quarter.

Equipment Fee ........................................................... up to: 300.00(Payable each quarter)

Computer Fee ...................................................................... 225.00(Payable each quarter, except externship quarter)

Estimated Books & Supplies ................................................ 425.00(Payable each quarter)

Delinquent AccountsStudents will not be given an Associate in Specialized Business Degree, diploma, certificate, or a transcript of records, including grades, until school indebtedness has been fully paid. Student may not be permitted to take finals if his/her account is delinquent. If a student’s account remains delinquent 30 days after graduation, his/her account may be submitted to collection.

“Learn as much

as you can at

Newport, because

you will use it in

the job market.”

Christopher WatkinsBusiness Administration / MicrocomputersECM TransportDispatch Load Finder

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RefundsIf any student withdrawing has received a Federal Stafford Loan and the loan has been negotiated by the school and the student, any refund due the student must be returned to the lender as a payment of the student’s loan. if the student is attending Newport Business Institute for the first time (first term enrollment), the student must be enrolled 30 days before the school may negotiate the loan disbursement. If the student withdraws within the 30 days, the loan disbursement will be returned to the lender; and the entire loan will be canceled.

For students withdrawing from school after classes begin, the refund of tuition charges for each term will be as follows according to the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed School Regulations:

FIRST WEEK: For a student terminating after entering school and starting the course, but within the first seven calendar days of the quarter, the tuition charges shall not exceed 25 percent of the tuition for the quarter.

AFTER FIRST SEVEN CALENDAR DAYS: For a student terminating after the first seven calendar days, but within the first 25 percent of the quarter, the tuition shall not exceed 45 percent of the tuition for the quarter.

AFTER 25 PERCENT: For a student terminating after completing 25 percent, but within 50 percent of the quarter, the tuition charges shall not exceed 70 percent of the tuition for the quarter.

After 50 percent: No refund.

All refunds of prepaid tuition shall be made by the school within 30 days of termination of student attendance. The termination date for refund computation purposes is the last day of recorded attendance.

Veterans who withdraw prior to the completion of their courses are calculated on a prorata basis.

There is no refund of books, fees or supply charges to students who fall under the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed School Regulations.Veterans who withdraw prior to the completion of their courses are calculated on a pro rata basis.[38 USC, 1776 (c) (13)]

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Return of Title IV Funds PolicyA portion of Title IV Aid may have to be returned to the appropriate agency when a student withdraws or is terminated.

The amount of Title IV Aid to be returned will depend upon the date of the student’s last day of attendance.

Official notification of withdrawal must be either in writing or orally to the Director.

In accordance with federal regulations, those students who receive federal financial aid and who withdraw from Newport Business Institute during the first 60 percent of the billing period will have their federal financial aid adjusted based on the percent of the period completed prior to withdrawal. Students will be entitled to retain the same percent of the federal financial aid received as a percent of the billing period completed. This percent is calculated by dividing the number of days in the billing period (less any consecutive breaks of 5 days or more) into the number of days completed prior to withdrawal or termination. There will be no adjustment to federal financial aid after the completion of at least 60 percent of the billing period.

Example:

# of days completed# of days in the billing period = % of aid earned100% - % of aid earned = % of funds to be returned

Student withdraws with a last day of recorded attendance on the 32nd day of the billing period. There are 78 days in the billing period:

3278 = 41.03 % of aid earned100% - 41.0 % = 59 % of funds to be returned

This policy applies to all federal financial aid. It includes PELL grants, Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, PLUS loans, and Academic Competiveness Grant.

Please note that students who receive a refund of financial aid for educational expenses prior to withdrawing from Newport Business Institute may owe a repayment of those funds. Students will be contacted by the Financial Aid Office in such situations and will be given procedures to follow to take care of the overpayment.

In most cases of overpayment, the student may consider the repayment of the Federal Stafford Loan as satisfactory repayment arrangements.

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Distributing Refunds & PaymentsRefund and repayment amounts must be distributed according to a specific order of priority prescribed in the law and regulations. Refunds on behalf of SFA recipients must be distributed in the following order: 1. Unsubsidized Federal Family Education Loan Program 2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan 3. Federal PLUS Loan 4. Federal Pell Grant 5. Academic Competiveness Grant

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AttendanceNewport Business Institute students attend classes just four days a week (Monday through Thursday). Classes are in session between 8:15 AM and 3:00 PM. Add 15 minutes to beginning or end of the day if labs are involved. Each student is expected to be in attendance at each session. The school should be notified when a student desires to be excused. It is the responsibility of the student to sign in or out in the office upon a late arrival or early dismissal. This is to ensure he/she receives credit for the classes attended. Friday of each week is HELP DAY/LAB DAY; the building is open from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Leave of AbsenceA leave of absence is granted only to students who wish to temporarily interrupt their training for personal or medical reasons. A request for a leave must be made in advance in writing. The student must obtain the form from the Registrar or Dean of Students. The Director must approve the leave. The Veterans Administration will be notified immediately when a student who is a veteran is granted a leave of absence. Taking a leave of absence may jeopardize funding from certain organizations.

Class CancellationsThe school has a minimum class size, which must be reached before a class is taught. The minimum class size varies depending on the available instructional space.

Dean’s ListA student is placed on the Dean’s List at the end of each quarter if he/she has a grade point average of 3.5 based on the 4.0 system. Individualized accumulation of grades is kept by the instructors and is then transferred at the completion of a quarter to the Registrar and the student’s computer record in the school’s office.

Extracurricular ActivitiesThe school encourages students to participate in outside activities. Activities include Student Services, Tutoring Group, and the New Student Mentor Group. During the year various trips are planned along with other activities that the student body or administration elects to hold. These activities provide an atmosphere of refinement and wholesome interests and add to personal, social, and leadership development.

“I did not want to

go to a four-year

school. Newport

was close to home,

and I gained

experience and

knowledge to start

my career.”

Marla Wildi BurnetteSecretarial Science / ExecutiveGlarner & CO PCAdministrative Assistant

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IncompletesIncompletes caused by absence from school because of illness or some other excused reason must be made up within two weeks following the quarter in which they are received. Refer to the Student Handbook for Attendance Policy.

Graduation RequirementsGraduation with a Diploma or an Associate in Specialized Business Degree (ASB) requires a minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.0 and successful completion of all requirements of the student’s program. Students in the Administrative Assistant programs must also attain the minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute with fewer than five errors. If a student meets requirements for graduation but has not paid all tuition or other fees due, the student shall graduate but will not be entitled to his/her degree, diploma, transcript, or other documents from the school.

DismissalA student may be dismissed for violation of conduct policy or non-payment of tuition. If a student wishes to return to school after a violation dismissal, he/she must reapply for admission. Each case will be handled on an individual basis by the Director and Administration.

Complaint ProceduresQuestions or concerns may be directed to Ray Wroblewski, Director, or J. Bryant Mullen, President.

The school is licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools. Questions or concerns that are not satisfactorily resolved by the school officials designated above or by other school officials may be brought to the attention of the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333, and our Accrediting Council (ACICS), 750 First Street, NE Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241.

Room & BoardProspective students should not hesitate about coming to our friendly city. Many people in the area will accept students for room and board. The school may be able to assist the student in finding a place to room, but final arrangements are between the student and the landlord and must be to the satisfaction of the student as to desirability and cost. The school assumes no responsibility in the selection, rates, complaints, or safety of the student with regard to room and board.

“Newport

Business Institute

is a great place to

start your career.”

Timothy E. CunninghamBusiness AdministrationComputer ProgrammingNorth Side Foods Corp.Director of Purchasing

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School Calendar

Registration ........................................................... August 31, 2010Fall Quarter Begins .......................................... September 7, 2010Veterans’ Day ..................................................November 11, 2010Fall Quarter Ends .............................................November 24, 2010

Registration .....................................................November 22, 2010Winter Quarter Begins ....................................November 29, 2010Holiday Break ..............................December 24 - January 2, 2011Martin Luther King Holiday ................................. January 17, 2011Winter Quarter Ends ...........................................February 24, 2011

Registration ..............................................................March 4, 2011Spring Quarter Begins .............................................March 7, 2011Holiday Break ........................................................ April 22-25, 2011Spring Quarter Ends ...................................................May 26, 2011

Registration .................................................................June 3, 2011Summer Quarter Begins .............................................June 6, 2011Independence Day ......................................................July 4, 2011Summer Quarter Ends ........................................... August 25, 2011

Registration ...................................................... September 2, 2011Fall Quarter Begins .......................................... September 5, 2011Fall Quarter Ends .............................................November 23, 2011

Registration .....................................................November 28, 2011Winter Quarter Begins ....................................November 28, 2011Holiday Break ..............................December 22 - January 1, 2012Martin Luther King Holiday ................................. January 16, 2012Winter Quarter Ends ...........................................February 23, 2012

Registration ..............................................................March 2, 2012Spring Quarter Begins .............................................March 5, 2012Holiday Break ............................................................ April 5-9, 2012Spring Quarter Ends ...................................................May 22, 2012

Registration .................................................................June 1, 2012Summer Quarter Begins .............................................June 4, 2012Independence Day ......................................................July 4, 2012Summer Quarter Ends ........................................... August 22, 2012

Registration ........................................................... August 31, 2012Fall Quarter Begins .......................................... September 4, 2012Fall Quarter Ends .............................................November 20, 2012

At Newport

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Newport

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Directory InformationNewport Business Institute may release the following directory information without student consent: name, local and permanent address, local and permanent telephone number, email address, photographs, date and place of birth, dates of attendance and degrees and honors awarded, major field of study, class schedule, awards received, and previous educational agency or institution attended by the student.

Satisfactory Academic Progress PolicyAll students must maintain the following standards of satisfactory academic progress. Students failing to meet these standards will result in the suspension of Title IV financial aid.

The satisfactory academic progress will be monitored differently depending on the program of study. For programs that are two or more academic years in length, progress will be monitored the first time at the end of their third quarter and subsequently every quarter after until graduation. For programs less than two academic years in length, progress will be monitored at the end of each quarter until graduation. Students should contact the Office of Financial Aid for questions regarding the intent and interpretation of this policy.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE REQUIREMENT (Qualitative Component)All students, when evaluated, must have a cumulative 2.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Students who fall below a cumulative 2.0 at their evaluations will be placed on academic probation for the upcoming quarter. Failure to achieve the cumulative grade point average requirement after this probation quarter will result in a suspension of financial aid eligibility. The suspension of financial aid eligibility will continue until the cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better is met. Students who are on probation will be reviewed at the end of each quarter.

If a student does not have a grade point average of at least 2.0 at the end of the probationary quarter, the student shall be suspended from school for one quarter, unless mitigating circumstances exist.

Mitigating Factors:Students who do not meet the GPA standard will be placed on probation unless the school determines mitigating factors exist. Mitigating factors include but are not limited to severe illness, severe injury of the student, death of a family member, employment responsibilities, or an unforeseen or unavoidable personal circumstance.

Notification of Academic Probation:Students placed on academic probation will receive a letter explaining their probation. This letter will explain the consequences of not correcting their academic deficiencies. Once a student has met the GPA requirement, a meeting will be held with the student and the Director to inform he/she is no longer on probation.

Credits Earned:When a student repeats a course for any reason, the higher of the two grades earned in the course will be used in computing the student’s cumulative grade point average. Grades earned by transfer students at a previous institution or by pre-testing, withdrawal, incomplete, pass/fail classes, audited classes, and non-credit remedial courses are not used in the cumulative grade point average but are considered credits attempted.

Any student failing to achieve a GPA of 2.0 at the end of all required program credits will not be allowed to graduate with a degree or diploma. At no time can a student exceed 1.5 times the standard timeframe and receive the original academic credential for which they enrolled. ACICS allows for a student to be awarded a certificate of completion.

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REQUIRED INCREMENTAL COURSE COMPLETION RATE (Quantitative Component) Full- and part-time students must progress toward completion of their degree within a specified timeframe. To meet this requirement, a student must successfully complete 67% of his/her cumulative credits attempted based on the following example schedule. Requirements may be satisfied on a cumulative total basis with eligibility terminating upon successful completion of all degree requirements or when a student has attempted 150% of the coursework required for the program of study.

For programs at least two academic years in length, students will be evaluated for the first time at the end of their third quarter of enrollment and each quarter for the remainder of their program of study. Students not meeting this standard at any of the specified checkpoints will be placed on academic probation for one quarter. Failure to achieve a 67% cumulative completion rate during the probationary quarter will result in the suspension of financial aid eligibility until the cumulative credits successfully completed are at least 67%,

For programs less than two academic years, progress will be evaluated at the end of each quarter for the remainder of the students’ program of study. Students not meeting this standard at any of the specified checkpoints will be placed on academic probation for one quarter. Failure to achieve a 67% cumulative completion rate during the probationary quarter will result in the suspension of financial aid eligibility until the cumulative credits successfully completed are at least 67%,

Examples: Attempted Minimum Completion Requirement (earned) 9 credits 6 credits 12 credits 8 credits 15 credits 10 credits 18 credits 12 credits 60 credits 40 credits 87 credits 58 credits 117 credits 78 credits 175 credits 117 credits

Financial aid eligibility is completely suspended when a student has attempted 150% of the course work required in the student’s program of study.

For Example:Student in a 117-credit program can attempt no more than 175 creditsStudent in a 105-credit program can attempt no more than 157 creditsStudent in a 102-credit program can attempt no more than 153 creditsStudent in a 60-credit program can attempt no more than 90 creditsStudent in a 36-credit program can attempt no more than 54 creditsStudent in a 30 credit program can attempt no more than 45 credits

Mitigating Factors:Students who do not meet the required incremental course completing rate will be placed on probation unless the school determines mitigating factors exist. Mitigating factors include but are not limited to severe illness, severe injury of the student, death of a family member, employment responsibilities, or an unforeseen or unavoidable personal circumstance.

Notification of Academic Probation:Students placed on academic probation will receive a letter explaining their probation and the consequences of not correcting their academic deficiencies. Once a student has met the required incremental course completion rates, a meeting will be held with him/her and the Director to inform the student that the student is no longer on probation.

Credits Attempted:Withdrawals, Incompletes, and failures are considered attempted credits but not earned. Passing credits received for pass/fail courses are considered attempted and earned credits. Pre-tested and transfer credits are considered credits attempted but not earned. Repeated courses are considered attempted and earned credits. Audited and non-credit courses are not considered credits attempted or earned

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Appeal ProcedureAny student certified as not demonstrating satisfactory progress has the opportunity to appeal the action.

Appeals must be in writing to the Director. The appeal must explain any mitigating circumstances that prevented the student from successfully completing his/her coursework and must be accompanied by supporting documentation.

Each appeal evaluation is an individual judgment based on the student’s record and personal circumstances. Successful student appeals will result in an appropriate individual adjustment to the satisfactory progress policy. If the appeal is approved, the student will continue to receive financial aid for an additional quarter. If all academic deficiencies are not corrected after that quarter, the student will not be eligible for any additional financial aid until the deficiencies are corrected.

Examples of mitigating circumstances for which an appeal may be made may include, but are not limited to severe illness, severe injury of the student, death of a family member, employment responsibilities, or an unforeseen or unavoidable personal circumstance. The appeal must also explain why the circumstances no longer exist and what the student will do to ensure that they will meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards in the future.

Appeals can take up to two weeks to review. It is the responsibility of the student to submit an appeal in a timely manner if he/she wishes to have suspensions reconsidered and aid reinstated for subsequent quarters.

In the event the students are not satisfied with an appeal decision, they may appeal to the President of Newport Business Institute. All decisions made by the President are final.

Change of Program/Additional Degree.When students seek an additional degree or change programs, only the credits attempted and grades earned for those courses applicable to the new program will be used to determine satisfactory progress. All previously attempted credits will count toward the maximum allowed for the new program of study.

Transfer Credits. Transfer credits that apply to the program count toward the actual timeframe (quantitative standard) of a student’s program, but not toward the students GPA (qualitative standard).

Transferability of Credits (High Schools)

Articulation agreements are in place with several local high schools. The Dean of Students will review each class taken by the potential student and compare the grade earned with the guidelines (minimum B or better) set by Newport Business Institute. Students attending high schools participating in the articulation agreement program will be given academic transfer of credit upon the satisfactory completion of subjects accepted by Newport Business Institute. Students who receive transfer of credits will be notified by their Academic Advisor of their revised schedule.

Transferability of Credits (Postsecondary Schools)

The Dean of Students or the Director will determine courses eligible for transfer based on the guidelines below:

• The course must be comparable in content, goals, and level to the Newport Business Institute course or content area for which credit is sought.

• The course must have been completed at a postsecondary school that is recognized by the Department of Education.

• The courses must have been taken for credit. • Students must have earned a grade of “C” or higher (provided the “C” grade is

defined as “average” or higher) for any course submitted. • Transcripts are required for transfer credit to be considered.

Students may be required to provide a copy of the catalog description and/or the course syllabus from the institution where the credit was awarded to validate that the course satisfies the transfer credit criteria.

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“I loved the school

atmosphere, and

everyone was very

helplful.”

Chris Sieminski LaliberteStenographicAttorney Jerry R. LittleAdministrative Assistant

Grading 1. The following grading scale is used. A Excellent ............................ 90% to 100% ...................... 4.00 A* No QPA Computed ......... 90% to 100% ...................... 0.00 B Good ................................. 80% to 89% ........................ 3.00 B* No QPA Computed ......... 80% to 89% ........................ 0.00 C Average ............................ 70% to 79% ........................ 2.00 C* No QPA Computed ......... 70% to 79% ........................ 0.00 D Danger .............................. 60% to 69% ........................ 1.00 D* No QPA Computed ......... 60% to 69% ........................ 0.00 F Failure ................................ Below 59% ......................... 0.00 F* No QPA Computed ......... Below 59% ......................... 0.00 I Incomplete ....................... Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 P Passing ............................... Credit Granted ................. 0.00 CR Pre-tested Credit .............. Credit Granted ................. 0.00 TR Transfer Credit .................. Credit Granted ................. 0.00 NC Non Credit ........................ Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 AU Audited Class ................... Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 W Withdrawal........................ Credit Withheld ................ 0.00

A student will receive a “W” if he or she withdraws before the sixth week; after the sixth week, the student will receive an “F” for the course.

2. The grading scale will be on the transcript, so employers may judge the quality of students’ work.

3. Cheating will not be tolerated. Our diplomas and degrees have value; we do not want someone who cheats to have one. When you cheat as an adult, you cheat yourself by not obtaining skills for the workplace. If you cheat and receive your degree, you cheat your fellow students and our institution, because you would be representing us without obtaining the skills we attempted to teach you. If you are caught cheating the first time, you fail the class; a second offense will result in termination from this institution.

4. Each student is named to the Dean’s list at the end of each quarter if he/she maintains an average of 3.5 or higher.

Course Numbering SystemThe course numbering system consists of 100 and 200 level courses. The 100 level courses are taken in the first academic year, and 200 level courses are taken in the second academic year.

Readmission ProcedureStudents requesting readmission must submit an application to the director of the school for consideration. The Director will meet with the student to evaluate the reasons the student has requested readmission. If the student was dismissed due to academic progress deficiencies, the student must show the desire and academic ability to progress satisfactorily in the program. Students dismissed due to other reasons will be expected to provide sufficient reasoning that would justify readmission. Following this evaluation, the readmission committee will meet to determine a final decision on readmission.

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The committee will be chaired by the Dean of Students, and membership shall consist of the Financial Aid Director and the Director. Students granted readmssion will reenter on a probationary period.

Unit of Credit/School YearNewport Business Institute uses the quarter hour as its unit of credit. A standard quarter hour of credit is equal to 16 hours of lecture, 20 hours of lab, or 30 hours of practicum (externship). Laboratory classes are instructor led using the show them-tell them-involve them teaching philosophy. Each term is twelve weeks in length. In lab classes the teacher acts as a facilitator. Learning contracts are used when necessary. Assignments are made with deadlines given. While classes are laboratory in nature, students are given daily assignments. A student is considered to be full-time attendance when carrying a minimum of 12 quarter-credit hours per quarter. A school year is defined as three terms quarters. Externship credit evaluation involves 30 contact hours per externship unit of credit.

The above paragraph applies only to those programs operated on a quarter-term basis. For those programs operated on a non-term basis, the following applies:

A standard hour of credit equals 16 hours of lecture, 20 hours of lab, or 30 hours of practicum (externship). The institution measures and awards credit based on the number of credit hours completed. A school year and grade level are defined as a minimum of 36 quarter credit hours or a maximum of 45 quarter credit hours.

Scholastic RecognitionAssociate in Specialized Business Degrees are awarded for specified 21-month or 24-month programs; diplomas are awarded for 6-month, 9-month or 12-month programs; certificates are awarded for classes completed.

Student Conduct/Termination & DismissalIn addition to unsatisfactory grades, a student will be suspended or expelled for unacceptable behavior; malicious damage or theft of school property; disorderly or disruptive conduct; excessive absences; and the use, sale or possession of illegal drugs, narcotics, alcohol or any other controlled substances. Newport reserves the right to suspend or permanently dismiss any student whose conduct is detrimental to the training environment. We further reserve the right to dismiss any student whose conduct, work, or attendance is for any reason unsatisfactory. A student may also be dismissed for financial delinquency. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the best interest of their own careers, the entire student body, and the school administration.

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Student ServicesNewport Business Institute’s Graduate Services Department is a vital part of your educational program. Counseling and instruction in the techniques of resume preparation, job applications, interviews, and assistance in securing full-time employment are provided through the school’s Graduate Services Department.

The Graduate Services Department offers you placement service; and although the securing of positions cannot be guaranteed, every avenue is pursued to assist you in obtaining desirable employment.

The Graduate Services Department has developed innovative techniques to effectively insure the student’s marketability in the business world. By using traditional and non-traditional approaches to job seeking, the Graduate Services Department provides the continuing instruction, assistance, and support needed so that the student is able to take an active part in developing and advancing his/her career.

Visitations to employers are made periodically by school personnel to insure the graduates will meet the changing requirements of the business community. Employers are always welcome to visit the school, to meet with the Graduate Services Coordinator, and to discuss their employment needs.

Careful consideration is given to Newport Business Institute graduates who ask for a new career opportunity, regardless of the number of years that have passed or the skills that may not be up-to-date.

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Placement Assistance RequirementsThe following is a list of requirements in order to be eligible for Placement Assistance:

1. You must have completed all of the requirements of the program in which you are enrolled.

2. You are required to turn two resumes in to the Director of Graduate Services on bond/resume paper, two on plain paper (for faxing) and one on a disk for emailing. You can email it to [email protected] .

3. You are required to attend any classes and workshops put on by the Graduate Services Department.

4. You are required to have a Mock Interview. This may be waived if you have obtained a full-time position in your field of study.

5. You are required to have an Exit Interview with the Graduate Services Department.

6. You are required to have all financial obligations to Newport Business Institute paid in full. If a student has not met all of the Financial Aid requirements or has not set up a payment plan, then the student’s externship will be held and the student will not graduate on time.

7. In addition, you must be willing to cooperate with the Newport Business Institute’s Graduate Services Department.

If all of the above requirements are not met, you will be waiving the Placement Assistance offered by Newport Business Institute.

National Graduate ServicesIt is possible in many cases to place Newport Business Institute graduates not only in the specific field they desire, but also in the location they specify. Graduate Services is not limited to a particular part of the country.

As a member of the Career College Association, which includes hundreds of schools throughout the country, the school has many sources to contact when a new graduate wishes to secure his/her first position in a particular area or when a former graduate wishes to relocate.

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Business Administration

AccountingAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

This program is intended to prepare the student for various capacities in the work field requiring an accounting background. Accountants compile and analyze business records and prepare financial statements, balance sheets, cost studies, and tax reports. In addition, students receive a computer background that applies to the accounting field. A wide variety of jobs await the graduate in business, industry, government, and public institutions.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3AC 206 Cost Accounting Theory 6AC 208 Intermediate Accounting 3AC 209 Managerial Accounting 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 112 Computerized Accounting I 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 212 Computerized Accounting II 3MC 222 Microsoft - Advanced Access orMC 223 Microsoft - Advanced Excel 6OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 9

84 weeks - 102 credit hours

** - General education course

The following is a list of career options available upon completion of your classroom training:

• ACCOUNT MANAGER

• PUBLIC

ACCOUNTANT

• INTERNAL AUDITOR

• TAX ACCOUNTANT

• ACCOUNTING PAYROLL SPECIALIST

• COST ACCOUNTANT

• COMPUTER ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

• TAX SPECIALIST

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• COMPUTER OPERATOR

• SYSTEMS OPERATOR

• SOFTWARE CONSULTANT

• INFORMATION SPECIALIST

• COMPUTER SALES

• DATA ENTRY

• SOFTWARE SPECIALIST

• OFFICE MANAGER


Microcomputer ApplicationsAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

Microcomputer Application students will learn computer theory and operations using various software packages. Students will not just learn how the software works, but why it works. All software packages will be business oriented using the most up-to-date standards in the field. The Business Administration part of the program is designed to allow for acquiring a broad background in the management area.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 112 Computerized Accounting I 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 222 Microsoft - Advanced Access 6MC 223 Microsoft - Advanced Excel 6MC 250 Fundamentals of Networking 3MC 280 Web Page Design 3MC 290 Visual Basic 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6



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• ACCOUNT MANAGER

• INFORMATION SPECIALIST

• COMPUTER OPERATOR

• INTERNAL AUDITOR

• ACCOUNTING PAYROLL SPECIALIST

• SOFTWARE CONSULTANT

• COMPUTER SALES

• PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT

• COMPUTER ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

• SOFTWARE SPECIALIST

• COST ACCOUNTANT/TAX ACCOUNTANT

• SYSTEMS OPERATOR


Accounting and Computer ApplicationAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

In today’s modern electronic office, a background in microcomputers is necessary for being successful in the accounting field. The dual option is designed to give the students the necessary tools to be successful in this environment. The latest software packages are used as well as business-oriented accounting principles.

The Business Administration part of the program is designed to allow for acquiring a broad background in the management area.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3AC 206 Cost Accounting Theory 6AC 208 Intermediate Accounting 3AC 209 Managerial Accounting 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 112 Computerized Accounting I 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 212 Computerized Accounting II 3MC 222 Microsoft - Advanced Access 6MC 223 Microsoft - Advanced Excel 6MC 250 Fundamentals of Networking 3MC 280 Web Page Design 3MC 290 Visual Basic 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6



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Business Information and Technology Software Application and ProgrammingAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

This program provides a world-class, internet-based program for learning and certification of software developers. Students prepare for careers in software programming by incorporating the detailed skills and extensive hands-on assignments needed for the present day software environment. Students will concentrate in the following skill areas:

Web programming des ign, OOP(Object Or iented Programming),user interface design and evaluation, data structures, programming in JAVA, C++, and Visual Basic.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSBA 110 Business Seminar 12CP 101 Introduction to Computer System 6CP 150 Information Systems 6CP 201 Object Oriented Programming and Design 6CP 250 Data Structures I 3CP 253 Intermediate Data Structures I 3CP 255 Data Structures II 6CP 260 UNIX Essentials 3CP 265 UNIX Shell Programming 6CP 266 Introduction to SQL 6CP 270 User-Center Design and Testing 6CP 275 Database Systems 6E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3MC 122 Microsoft Access 3MC 250 Fundamentals of Networking 3MC 255 Management Information Systems 3MC 275 C++ Programming 3MC 280 Web Page Design 3 MC 290 Visual Basic 3P 101 Psychology of Success** 3

96 weeks – 105 credits ** - General education course


• JAVA Application Programmer

• Visual Basic Programmer

• C++ Application Programmer

• Web Base Application Programmer

• Database Programmer

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• GENERAL MANAGER

• FINANCIAL MANAGER

• OFFICE MANAGER

• HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER

• RETAIL MANAGER

• HOTEL MANAGER


ManagementAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The success or failure of business enterprises depends heavily on the way managers do their jobs. Primarily, the job of the manager in business is to plan and direct the work of others. Since these “others” are usually doing specialized work, it is required that the manager has experience in, and a broad knowledge of, the specific functions he or she is supervising. Some of the more common areas are accounting, advertising, sales, personnel, production, purchasing, data processing, market research, and public relations. The Business Administration Program is designed to allow for acquiring a broad background in these areas.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3AC * Advanced Accounting Courses 6BA 104 Principles of Marketing 3BA 105 Principles of Management 3BA 106 Principles of Sales & Retailing 3BA 107 e-Commerce 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12 E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 222 Microsoft - Advanced Access or 6MC 223 Microsoft - Advanced Excel OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6

* - Students must take:AC 206 Cost Accounting Theory 6orAC 208 Intermediate Accounting 3and AC 209 Managerial Accounting 3



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• RESTAURANT MANAGER

• OFFICE MANAGER

• GENERAL MANAGER

• HOTEL MANAGER

• RETAIL MANAGER

• FINANCIAL MANAGER

• HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER


Retail ManagementAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

As the demand for consumer goods increases each year, the vast retailing industry is constantly seeking ways to develop economical and efficient methods of manufacturing, distributing, and merchandising its wide variety of products. As a result of growth and turnover, the industry constantly seeks people with specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities that can be applied toward getting a competitive edge in the marketplace and getting more goods in the hands of consumers.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3BA 104 Principles of Marketing 3BA 105 Principles of Management 3BA 106 Principles of Sales & Retailing 3BA 107 e-Commerce 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3FDM 101 Fabrics and Textiles 3FDM 108 Fashion History 3H 101 History of Business ** 3ID 101 Color Theory 3ID 108 Visual Merchandising 3ID 119 Art and Accessory Study 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 280 Web Page Design 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 9



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• INSURANCE or CLINIC RECEPTIONIST

• MEDICAL ASSISTANT

• MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

• MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGER

• MEDICAL WORD PROCESSING SPECIALIST

• MEDICAL RECORDS SPECIALIST

• MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

• MEDICAL PAYROLL MANAGER


Medical ManagementAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The success or failure of business enterprises depends heavily on the way managers do their jobs. Primarily, the job of the manager in business is to plan and direct the work of others. Since these “others” are usually doing specialized work, it is required that the manager has experience in, and a broad knowledge of, the specific functions he or she is supervising. Some of the more common areas are hospitals, doctors’ offices, nursing homes and other medical-related facilities. This program is designed to allow for acquiring a broad background in these areas.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3BA 104 Principles of Marketing 3BA 105 Principles of Management 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MD 101 Medical Terminology 6MD 102 Anatomy & Physiology 6MD 103 Medical Office Procedures 3MD 106 Medical Coding (ICD-9-CM) 3MD 110 Medical Insurance 3MD 111 Medical Coding (CPT-4) 3MD 205 Computerized Medical Office Management 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6



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• HOTEL MANAGEMENT

• BUS TOUR DIRECTOR

• BOOKING AGENT

• DISPATCHER

• TRAVEL AGENT

• RESERVATIONIST

• CORPORATE TRAVEL AGENT

• SCHEDULING DIRECTOR

• CRUISE COORDINATOR

• TRAVEL AGENCY MANAGER

• AMTRACK RESERVATIONIST


Travel and Hospitality ManagementAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The Business Administration Travel and Hospitality Management curriculum is designed to prepare students for the tremendous employment opportunities in travel-related fields. Many interesting careers can be found in the fast-growing travel industry. Careers such as travel agency management, hotel/motel management, resort management, airlines, cruise lines, and corporate travel coordinator are available opportunities. Business Administration/Travel and Hospitality Management students prepare for those opportunities through practical classroom experience.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3BA 104 Principles of Marketing 3BA 105 Principles of Management 3BA 106 Principles of Sales & Retailing 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3TA 101 Introduction to Travel and Tourism 3TA 102 Computerized Reservations & Ticketing 3TA 103 Travel Agency/Hotel Management 3TA 104 Geography 3TA 110 Computerized Hotel Management 3 Electives 9



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• ACCOUNTING SECRETARY

• ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

• RECEPTIONIST

• PRIVATE SECRETARY

• ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ASSISTANT

• STAFF ASSISITANT

• ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

• PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

Administrative Assistant

AccountingAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

This program prepares students for highly rewarding and exciting secretarial positions. Skills in keyboarding, business concepts, word processing, and advanced accounting enhance positions in the growing accounting profession.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURS

AC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 112 Computerized Accounting I 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 223 Microsoft - Advanced Excel 6OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 103 Advanced Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3 Electives 9


Students must attain a minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute.


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• ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ASSISTANT


• OFFICE COORDINATOR

• RECEPTIONIST

• EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

• TRANSCRIPTION SPECIALIST

• OFFICE MANAGER

• WORD PROCESSING SPECIALIST


ExecutiveAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The Administrative Assistant curriculum is designed to prepare students for highly rewarding and exciting secretarial positions. Along with the advanced secretarial skills in typewriting, and business concepts, students are also taught advanced word processing concepts, Windows, Access, and Excel. The Administrative Assistant is well trained now to meet the increasing demands of complex business situations in the modern business world.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 260 Advanced Microsoft - Word 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3OT 108 Machine Transcription I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 103 Advanced Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3T 106 Document Processing 3 Electives 12




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• LEGAL ASSISTANT

• LEGAL SECRETARY

• OFFICE MANAGER

• LEGAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST


• LEGAL WORD PROCESSING SPECIALIST

• STAFF ASSISTANT


Paralegal Administration AssistantAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The Administrative Assistant curriculum is designed to provide specialized education in the legal field. Attorneys, insurance companies, courts, municipalities, government agencies, politicians, corporations, and other businesses look for young men and women who have specialized in the legal field. Along with the advanced legal skills, typewriting, and business concepts, students are also taught advanced word processing concepts, Access, and Excel.

QUARTER PROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3L 103 Legal Terminology 3L 104 Legal Office Procedures 3L 106 Legal Keyboarding 3L 108 Advanced Keyboarding - Legal 3L 109 Document Processing - Legal 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 260 Advanced Microsoft - Word 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3OT 108 Machine Transcription I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3 Electives 9




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• INSURANCE OR CLINIC RECEPTIONIST

• MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST

• MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

• WORD PROCESSOR

• MEDICAL WORD PROCESSING ASSISTANT

• INSURANCE CLERK

• MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

• MEDICAL RECORDS

• MEDICAL ASSISTANT

• TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT

• MEDICAL SECRETARY

•HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS DEPARTMENT


MedicalAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The demand for Medical Administrative Assistants who are specially trained in the field of medicine is growing each year. The companies, doctors, hospitals, clinics, medical and surgical supply companies, industry, and other businesses look for young men and women who have specialized in the medical field. Along with the advanced medical skills, typewriting, and business concepts, students are also taught advanced word processing concepts. The Medical Secretary is well trained now to meet the increasing demands of complex business and medical situations throughout the business world.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 260 Advanced Microsoft - Word 3MD 101 Medical Terminology 6MD 102 Anatomy & Physiology 6MD 103 Medical Office Procedures 3MD 104 Medical Machine Transcription I 3MD 106 Medical Coding (ICD-9-CM) 3 MD 109 Medical Machine Transcription II 3 MD 110 Medical Insurance 3MD 111 Medical Coding (CPT-4) 3MD 205 Computerized Medical Office Management 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3 Electives 6




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• BOOKING AGENT


• SECRETARY

• RESERVATIONIST

• TOUR AND GROUP SALES MANAGER

• SALES REPRESENTATIVE

• TRAVEL AGENT

• CAR RENTAL AGENT

• FRONT DESK CLERK


TravelAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

The Administrative Assistant/Travel curriculum is designed to prepare students for the tremendous employment opportunities in travel-related fields. Many interesting careers can be found in the fast-growing travel industry (travel agencies, airlines, hotel/motel/resort, car rental). Administrative Assistant/Travel students prepare for those opportunities through practical classroom experience.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3BA 110 Business Seminar 12E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3H 101 History of Business ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 113 Microsoft Outlook 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3TA 101 Introduction to Travel and Tourism 3TA 102 Computerized Reservations & Ticketing 3TA 103 Travel Agency/Hotel Management 3TA 104 Geography 3TA 105 Advanced Keyboarding - Travel 3TA 106 Document Processing - Travel 3TA 110 Computerized Hotel Management 3 Electives 9




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• ACCOUNTING CLERK

• ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

• OFFICE MANAGER

• PAYROLL

Diploma Program

AccountingAwards a Diploma

The accounting program prepares the student for entry into the small business office. Students receive advanced accounting skills, a general business background, and necessary computer skills.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 102 Accounting II 6AC 104 Payroll 3AC 105 Federal Taxes 3AC Advanced Accounting Elective 6E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3L 101 Law I ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6



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Diploma Program

Medical Office ClericalAwards a Diploma

The Medical Office Clerical diploma program prepares the student for entry-level positions in the health care field.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MD 101 Medical Terminology 6MD 102 Anatomy & Physiology 6MD 103 Medical Office Procedures 3MD 104 Medical Machine Transcription I 3MD 205 Computerized Medical Office Management 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 3


** - General education courseThe following is a list of career options available upon completion of your classroom training:

• MEDICAL OFFICE RECEPTIONIST

• MEDICAL OFFICE BOOKKEEPER

• APPOINTMENT DESK CLERK

• HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS CLERK

• MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK

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• SECRETARY

• BOOKKEEPER

• RECEPTIONIST

• TYPIST

• OFFICE COORDINATOR

• OFFICE CLERK

• DATA ENTRY

Diploma Program

Office AdministrationAwards a Diploma

This one-year Office Clerical program is designed to enable students to obtain entry-level employment. Students are taught office clerical skills, such as typewriting and business concepts, along with word processing and other software packages.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3AC 104 Payroll 3E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 122 Microsoft - Access 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3MC 222 Advanced Microsoft Access 6MC 223 Advanced Microsoft Excel 6OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3 Electives 6



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• AIRLINE RESERVATIONIST

• BOOKING AGENT

• HOTEL MANAGEMENT

• SALES REPRESENTATIVE


• TOUR AND GROUP SALES MANAGER

• TRAVEL AGENT

Diploma Program

Travel and TourismAwards a Diploma

This program provides the student with a basic background in business skills along with specialized training for employment within the exciting travel industry so that he/she may qualify for more than one area of employment. The secretarial emphasis enhances employment possibilities and advancements with employers.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3BA 105 Principles of Management 3BA 106 Principles of Sales and Retailing 3E 101 English I ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3TA 101 Introduction to Travel and Tourism 3TA 102 Computerized Reservations and Ticketing 3TA 103 Travel Agency and Hotel Management 3TA 104 Geography 3TA 105 Advanced Keyboarding - Travel 3TA 110 Computerized Hotel Management 3

48 weeks - 60 credits


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• TRANSCRIPTIONIST SPECIALIST

• OFFICE CLERK

• DATA ENTRY

• SELF-EMPLOYED TRANSCRIPTION BUSINESS OWNER

Diploma Program

TranscriptionistAwards a Diploma

This program provides the students with a basic background in business skills to obtain an entry-level position. The student will also receive specialized skills in the area of machine transcription.The secretarial emphasis enhances employment opportunities and advancement with employers.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSAC 101 Accounting I 3E 101 English I ** 3E 102 English II ** 3E 103 Written Communications ** 3E 104 Career Development Seminar ** 3M 101 Mathematics I ** 3MC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft - Word 3MC 123 Microsoft - Excel 3OT 102 Office Technologies 3OT 103 Business Machines I 3OT 108 Machine Transcription I 3OT 110 Machine Transcription II 3P 101 Psychology of Success ** 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 102 Intermediate Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3T 105 Keyboarding for Speed 3 Electives 6



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Diploma Program

Medical Coding/Insurance and BillingAwards a Diploma

This program provides students with knowledge of medical terms and medical insurance procedures through a combination of interactive learning, lab, and lecture. This program will train graduates for many entry-level positions in medical insurance, forms processing, medical biliing and coding, or medical forms examiner.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSMD 101 Medical Terminology 6MD 102 Anatomy and Physiology 6MD 103 Medical Office Procedures 3MD 106 Medical Coding ICD-9-CM 3MD 110 Medical Insurance 3MD 111 CPT 4 Coding 3MD 205 Computerized Medical Office Management 3T 101 Keyboarding for Microcomputers 3


Diploma Program

Medical Transcription / CodingAwards a Diploma

This program provides students with knowledge of medical terms, coding, billing, insurance, and transcription through a combination of interactive learning, lab, and lecture. This program will train graduates for many entry-level positions in the medical insurance, forms processing, medical billing and coding, and transcription fields of the medical and insurance industries.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSMD 101 Medical Terminology 6MD 102 Anatomy and Physiology 6MD 103 Medical Office Procedures 3MD 104 Medical Machine Transcription I 3MD 106 Medical Coding ICD-9-CM 3MD 110 Medical Insurance 3MD 111 CPT 4 Coding 3MD 205 Computerized Medical Office Management 3 Electives 6



• Medical Data Entry Clerk

• Insurance Billing Clerk

• Insurance Review Specialist

• Claims Processor

• Records Clerk

• Insurance Verification Clerk

• Adjustment Specialist


• Medical Transcriptionist

• Insurance Billing Clerk

• Insurance Review Specialist

• Claims Processor

• Records Clerk

• Claims Coder

• Insurance Verification Clerk

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Diploma Program

Microsoft Office User SpecialistAwards a Diploma

This program provides students Microsoft Office Specialist Training and prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Tests. Students successfully completing the course of study and passing the certification tests will have credible evidence of knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Programs. Theory, lab, and proficiency testing will lead to certification testing. Students will be issued a diploma after successful completion of course requirements. Microsoft Certification will be issued to those students successfully completing the Microsoft Office Specialist Tests.

QUARTERPROGRAM CREDIT HOURSMC 107 Microsoft - PowerPoint 3MC 110 Microcomputer Seminar 3MC 111 Microsoft Word 3MC 122 Microsoft Access 3MC 123 Microsoft Excel 3MC 222 Microsoft Advanced Access 6MC 223 Microsoft Advanced Excel 6MC 260 Advanced Microsoft Word 3 Electives 6



• Information Processor

• Database Manager

• Microsoft Office Professional

• Office Technologist

• Desktop Computing Specialist

• Word Processing Specialist

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Course Descriptions AC Accounting BA Business Administration CP Computer Programming E English FDM Fashion Merchandising GE General Education H History ID Interior Design L Law M Math MC Microcomputers MD Medical OT Office Training P Psychology S Shorthand T Typing TA Travel

AC 101 ACCOUNTING I - This class is an introduction to the fundamental principles and procedures of accounting, which includes the theory of “debit and credit” and the accounting cycle. The course includes application of basic accounting concepts and techniques currently used to accumulate and report financial statements of individual proprietor-ships for service and merchandising organizations.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

AC 102 ACCOUNTING II - This class relates the fun-damentals of asset valuation in the areas of notes, inventory, and bad debts. Attention will be paid to assets that depreciate, deplete, and amortize. Part-nership accounting and the accrual and deferral aspect of accounting will be emphasized. An actual accounting practice set is completed.PREREQUISITE: AC 10112 weeks - 6 credit hours

AC 104 PAYROLL - The course is designed to in-struct the student in the various phases of payroll records and accounting, computing deductions, and paying wages and salaries. Students become familiar with the various forms used in keeping payroll records, as well as the reports that must be filed for each tax.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

AC 105 FEDERAL TAXES - A comprehensive study of the Federal Income Tax structure as it relates to the individual and the single proprietorship. Included is the study of tax liability, taxable income, deduct-ible expenses and losses, and determining gains and/or losses.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

AC 206 COST ACCOUNTING THEORY - This class develops an understanding of the principles and practices involved in Cost Accounting - emphasiz-ing managerial use. Analyzed thoroughly are the elements of materials, labor, and overhead.PREREQUISITE: AC 10212 weeks - 6 credit hours

AC 207 ADVANCED COST - This class is designed to apply job order cost theory from Cost Accounting I in a simulation environment that is Instructor driven.PREREQUISITE: AC 20612 weeks - 3 credit hours

AC 208 INTERMEDIATE ACOUNTING - This course presents a basic understanding of the procedures involved in forming a corporation - legally and financially. Emphasis is then placed on the corpo-rate accounting structure, including stockholders’ equity and bonds.PREREQUISITE: AC 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

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CP 150 INFORMATION SYSTEMS - This course introduc-es students to the fundamental concepts and skills of software development. Students learn how software is written, what its fundamental building blocks are, and how multiple pieces of software cooperate to make the Web work. Students learn to create Web pages in HTML and applets in JAVA.12 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 201 OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING AND DESIGN - This course introduces students to problem solving by means of the object oriented design and implementation. Emphasis is on problem analysis and solution design, documentation, and implementation. Students use commercial software libraries and create software projects. Programming assignments are carried out in JAVA.PREREQUISITES: CP 101 and CP 15012 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 250 DATA STRUCTURES I - This course introduces students to the C++ programming language. Stu-dents will learn how to evaluate, select, and use libraries that implement a variety of data structures. This course will use a task-driven approach to teach-ing the C++ language.Students will use classroom tutorials that present realistic problems found in the workplace. By working through these tutorials, the student will learn how to create programs that solve these real-life problems.PREREQUISITE: CP 20112 weeks - 3 credit hours

CP 253 INTERMEDIATE DATA STRUCTURES I - This course starts with C++ Templates and moves through OOP linked data structures and applications. Iterators, tress, vectors, and exception handling. This class introduces the C++ Standard Template Library and reviews any and all data structures. This course will use a task driven approach to teaching C++ language. Students will use classroom tutorials that present realistic problems found in the workplace. By working through these tutorials and writing the pro-grams assigned the student will learn how to create programs that solve these real life problems.PREREQUISITE: MC 25012 weeks - 3 credit hours

CP 255 DATA STRUCTURES II - This course focuses on the understanding of the dependence of execution time, bandwidth, and memory requirements on the data structures and algorithms chosen. Students learn to reason informally about the correctness and complexity of data structure. Primary empha-sis is given to intelligent selection of programming structures to the data representation. Programming assignments are carried out in C++ and the Stan-dard Template Library. PREREQUISITE: CP 25012 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 260 UNIX ESSENTIALS - This course introduces stu-dents to the fundamentals of using and maintaining a UNIX operating system. The basic components and functions of the UNIX kernel are introduced, along with the UNIX tools, procedures, editors, and scripts used for the operations and maintenance of a UNIX operating system.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

AC 209 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING - Is useful in understanding the topics of financial statement analysis; cash flow analysis; capital budgeting; the time value of money; working capital management (including cash, investments, receivables, and in-ventories) and short- and long-term financing using notes, bonds, and capital stocks.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

BA 104 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING - A basic study of marketing systems in the American economy iden-tifying the activities involved in the flow of goods to both the ultimate consumer and the industrial user. A consideration is given to the nature of demand and to buyer behavior. Federal and state status affect-ing marketing management are also investigated.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

BA 105 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT - This class introduces the students to principles of scientific office management and the responsibilities of man-agement for office services, layout, space utilization, furniture and equipment, machines and appliances, branch office management, unions, personnel problems, training for workers, costs, and methods and procedures.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

BA 106 PRINCIPLES OF SALES AND MARKETING - A study is made of methods of selecting, buying, receiving, pricing, and storing of merchandise obtained for resale purposes. The class will also look at behind the scene activities of a hotel operation and the world of fashion. 12 weeks - 3 credit hours

BA 107 e-Commerce - This class provides students with in-depth review of strategy formulation in the New Economy. The student is guided through a multi-step process that includes focused cover-age of market opportunity analysis, the building of a business model, and customer interface and implementation design.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

BA 110 BUSINESS SEMINAR - Second-year students will take this course as a requirement in their last quarter. The student will be required to participate in an externship capacity by their major for on-the-job supervised training.12 weeks - 12 credit hours

CP 101 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SYSTEM - This course introduces students to the fundamentals of using and maintaining computer systems in an Internet environment. The basic components and functions of the computer and the network are introduced, along with the tools and procedures for their operations and maintenance.12 weeks - 6 credit hours

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CP 265 UNIX SHELL PROGRAMMING - This course introduces students to fundamental concepts and skills of UNIX Shell Programming. Students will learn the fundamental differences between the differ-ent Shell programming languages. Each chapter will include interactive projects or labs to apply the information learned.PREREQUISITE: CP 26012 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 266 INTRODUCTION TO SQL - This course intro-duces students to fundamental concepts and skills of the SQL programming language and how it is used to interact with DBMS (Database Management Systems). Students will learn how to write SQL pro-grams to retrieve, update, and write data back to a DBMS. Each chapter will include interactive projects or labs to apply the information learned.PREREQUISITES: MC 122 and CP 15012 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 270 USER-CENTER DESIGN AND TESTING - This course combines a component that teaches pro-gramming interactive user interfaces with one that teaches methods to improve the usability of those interfaces. The course proceeds from the view that interface usability is essential to successful software design and not merely a matter of “packaging” or aesthetics. This course focuses on human-computer interaction teaching basic skills in designing, creat-ing, and evaluating user interfaces. Students learn how to design usable, human-friendly interfaces with a rapid-prototyping programming language. They also learn how to evaluate interfaces empiri-cally with two usability tools. Visual Basic is used in programming assignments.12 weeks - 6 credit hours

CP 275 DATABASE SYSTEMS - This course introduces students to database systems. The course explains what a database system is, and then proceeds for the greater part of the learning material to explore relational database systems, databases designed according to the relational (or tabular) model. The material includes discussion of SQL, the Structured Query Language, as well as a unit on database design. From data abstraction, the course then turns to transaction management, with some additional material on improving query performance. Finally, there is an introduction to up-to-date trends in database system design, which also locates recent developments in the larger history of data storage technology.PREREQUISITES: MC 122 and CP 26612 weeks - 6 credit hours

E 101 ENGLISH I - This course stresses nouns, pronouns, plurals, possessives, subject - verb agreement, adjectives, conjunctions, prepositions, and basic punctuation.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

E 102 ENGLISH II - The class stresses application of rules for all punctuation marks, including capitaliza-tion and numbers.PREREQUISITE: E 10112 weeks - 3 credit hours

E 103 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - A course to promote effective written communication. Student analyzes ideas and expresses them in appropriate written form.PREREQUISITES: E 101 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

E 104 CAREER DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR - This class presents various approaches for designing and writing resumes and employment letters. Interview preparation will be discussed, including questions asked, proper dress, positive characteristics, and negatives to avoid. In addition, human relations, telephone techniques, and job advancement skills will be emphasized.PREREQUSITES: E 101 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

FDM 101 FABRICS AND TEXTILES - Textiles is a study of the materials and processes used in making fabrics for apparel and home furnishings. Using the latest computerized design systems, students create original designs, repeats, colorways and coordi-nates targeting specific markets. Emphasis is on the creative use of advanced software, awareness of industry trends, and the development of an original portfolio of digitally produced designs.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

FDM 108 FASHION HISTORY - Survey of the evolution of fashion change, traced through garment devel-opment from ancient times to present day. A study of customs and silhouettes of each historical period and their modern-day adaptations. Examination of twentieth century fashion designers is conducted.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

GE 101 COMMUNICATION I - This course is an intro-duction to the traditional college-level essay. While reading and analyzing good model essays by oth-ers, students work through all levels of essay writing: development of a thesis; advancing and supporting the thesis; organizing and connecting the specific evidence; generating introductions, conclusions, and titles; and revising based upon unity, support, coherence, and effective sentence structure.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

GE 102 ECONOMICS - An introduction to the study of economics, including both microeconomics and macroeconomics. Economics principles will be examined to understand consumer and gov-ernmental issues.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

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Using advanced computer software, students create and execute original visual programs and storewide promotions.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

ID 119 ART AND ACCESSORY STUDY - The student leans to examine a project and implement a full array of interior design concepts. This course stresses the best avenues to achieve a complete total envi-ronment. This course surveys the decorative arts from all parts of the world from the ancient past to today’s modern interiors. The course also includes how major developments in the decorative arts relate to the historical and social events of each period. 12 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 101 LAW I - The class will give the student a basic understanding of the court structure; court proce-dure; criminal, civil, and contract law.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 102 LAW II - This class focuses on the basics of consumer law. It covers rights and responsibilities of buyers and sellers, credit, bankruptcy, rights of landlords and tenants, and wills.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 103 LEGAL TERMINOLOGY - This course introduces and explains the most commonly used legal words and their meaning. This course enables the student to obtain a working knowledge of the technical legal vocabulary in a simulation environment. It includes document production, calendaring, law office accounting, phone techniques, and mail procedures.PREREQUISITES: T 101 or T10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 104 LEGAL OFFICE PROCEDURES - Self-contained, comprehensive simulation comprising the types of activities most often performed by the legal office assistant. It provides an analysis of the legal office environment and has the student do record keeping and accounting in addition to preparing documents used in various areas of the law, includ-ing domestic relations, torts, criminal law, wills and trusts, contracts, real estate, etc.PREREQUISITES: L 103 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 106 LEGAL KEYBOARDING - This course provides a hands-on approach to prepare documents relevant to the types of law used in legal offices everywhere. Document production is stressed and students apply document layout and formatting skills in a simulation environment.PREREQUISITES: L 103 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

L 108 ADVANCED KEYBOARDING - LEGAL - This course is designed to give the student practical advanced legal keyboarding experience in various areas of the law in a simulation environment.PREREQUISITES: L 103 and T 102 and E 10112 weeks - 3 credit hours

GE 103 PUBLIC SPEAKING - This course provides the student with the skills necessary to achieve clarity and confidence in public speaking. Principles of speech communication are introduced. The stu-dent will be taught to select topics, devise a main theme, collect data, and organize support material in outline format. Techniques in analyzing listeners, effectively communicating ideas, and projecting self-confidence will be covered.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

GE 104 PSYCHOLOGY - This course is designed to introduce students to the study of human behavior according to past and present theories associ-ated with psychology. Topics covered will enable students to have a better understanding of human behavior. At the end of the course, students will be able to apply their knowledge to their educational growth and their future as productive members of society.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

GE 105 HUMAN RELATIONS - Human Relations is a study of the social sciences involving the develop-ment and interaction of individuals on a daily basis. Students will research, write reports, and discuss top-ics which prepare the student for life experiences. Topics addressed include diversity and global issues, ethics and social responsibility, creative problem solving, why people act the way they do, and the barriers that impede communication between people.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

H 101 HISTORY OF BUSINESS - The class describes specific timelines and examples of well-know companies to gain a better understanding of the important connections among public policy and business, as well as a comparative understanding of business history over time and in recent decades. Case studies will include Carnegie Steel, the House of Morgan, The Pullman Strike, Sears, DuPont, Ford, IBM, B.F. Goodrich, and Microsoft. Coverage of social history including women and minorities in business will also be included. 12 weeks - 3 credit hours

ID 101 COLOR THEORY - This course presents theories of color, contrast, and harmony. It also details the use of color in design projects and its relationship to space, form, and light. This course emphasizes developing the student’s color rendering skills and presentation methods. The student will quick sketch, draft, and color render floor plans, elevations and perspective drawings with a variety of techniques.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

ID 108 VISUAL MERCHANDISING - In this course the student will learn to plan interior space for retail utilization. They will develop working solutions for presentation standards. This course offers a unique opportunity for the student to put all interior design elements together in the fashion world. The empha-sis is on establishing a design vocabulary with mate-rial awareness. Introduces contemporary display techniques, equipment, and materials for designing three-dimensional product presentations within the retail environment.

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L 109 DOCUMENT PROCESSING - LEGAL - This com-prehensive course familiarizes the legal secretarial student with various fields of law and the proper preparation of legal documents utilized in each so as to provide the student with the essential tools to perform effectively in the legal office environ-ment.PREREQUISITES: L 106, T 102 and E10112 weeks - 3 credit hours

M 101 MATHEMATICS I - A course in the fundamentals of math computation. It covers addition, subtrac-tion, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percentages, and personal banking applications.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 107 MICROSOFT - POWERPOINT - This course is designed to introduce the student to creating on-line computer presentations. The course is a study of computer presentations and technology, including the creation and modification of a presentation. Emphasis is placed on a practical project for busi-ness application. Microsoft - PowerPoint will be used.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 108 DESKTOP PUBLISHING I - This course is de-signed for the student who wishes to expand on his or her Desktop Publishing skills. The course will be designed as a study for the student in a computer lab environment. Microsoft Publisher will be used.PREREQUISITE: MC 10712 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 109 DESKTOP PUBLISHING II - This course is de-signed for the student who wishes to expand on his or her Desktop Publishing I skills. The courses will be designed as a study for the student in a computer lab environment. Various current Desktop Publishing software packages will be used.PREREQUISITE: MC 107 and MC 10812 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 110 MICROCOMPUTER SEMINAR - This course is designed to let the student learn the various aspects of a Windows operating environment through use of different aspects of the software with emphasis on a hands-on lab environment. The various fun-damentals of the software package are utilized. Various packages written directly for the Windows environment will be touched upon so the student will have entry-level skills in these areas. The course also includes exposure to the Internet and e-mail.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 111 MICROSOFT - WORD - This course is a study of Word Processing concepts and technology, includ-ing the creation and modification of documents. Emphasis is placed on hands-on experience utilizing current word processing software on multimedia computers.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 112 COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING I - This class emphasizes the use of accounting application on the personal computer using PeachTree soft-ware. Accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, inventory, and payroll accounting are studied.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 113 MICROSOFT - OUTLOOK - The course is a study of Microsoft Outlook concepts that focuses on the concepts of a personal information man-agement system used to perform communication and organizational tasks. Emphasis is placed on hands–on experience utilizing email and contact lists; scheduling appointments, events, meetings; to-do lists, and notes.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 122 MICROSOFT - ACCESS - In this class the student will learn the basics of Microsoft Access databases. The creation of tables, forms, queries, and reports, as well as integration with other ap-plications will be covered. There will be practical projects with an emphasis on business applications.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 123 MICROSOFT - EXCEL - This course introduces the student to the process of creating a Microsoft Excel workbook. Worksheet tasks covered will in-clude data entry, functions, formula creation, and chart creation. There will be practical projects with an emphasis on business applications.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 212 COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING II - This class emphasizes the use of accounting application on the personal computer using Quickbooks soft-ware. Accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, inventory, and payroll accounting are studied.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 222 MICROSOFT - ADVANCED ACCESS - This course is designed for more complex tasks involved in Microsoft Access databases. Topics to be covered are advanced queries, macros, menu creation, and database design. There will be practical projects with an emphasis on business applications.PREREQUISITE: MC 12212 weeks - 6 credit hours

MC 223 MICROSOFT - ADVANCED EXCEL - This course is designed for more complex tasks involved in spreadsheet programs. Topics include creating templates, creating and using multiple worksheets, consolidating worksheets and linking files, querying for desired spreadsheet data, using data fill and data tables, statistical and financial analysis, and creating and debugging macros. There will be practical projects with an emphasis on business applications.PREREQUISITE: MC 12312 weeks - 6 credit hours

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MC 250 FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORKING - This course is designed for detailed examination of the concepts of designing and implementing a com-puter network. Topics include hardware and soft-ware specifications and network operating systems.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 253 INTERMEDIATE DATA STRUCTURES I - This course starts with C++ Templates and moves through OOP linked data structures and applications. Itera-tors, tress, vectors, and exception handling. This class introduces the C++ Standard Template Library and reviews any and all data structures. This course will use a task driven approach to teaching the C++ language. Students will use classroom tutorials that present realistic problems found in the workplace. By working through these tutorials and writing the programs assigned, the student will learn how to create programs that solve these real-life problems.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 255 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS - This class deals with the tasks involved to effectively manage and maintain information systems.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 260 ADVANCED MICROSOFT - WORD - This course is designed to teach the students advanced word processing techniques such as columns, styles, and page layouts. The student learns how to design newsletters, menus, and to insert graphics, this will make the student more marketable in today’s job market, as well as more productive in today’s tech-nological job place.PREREQUISITE: MC 11112 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 270 MICROSOFT OFFICE INTEGRATION - This course covers creating documents in all aspects of Microsoft Office. These documents will have links and attachments to other documents in the Microsoft Office Suite. PREREQUISITES: MC 110, MC 122, and MC 123 12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 275 C ++ PROGRAMMING - This course is de-signed for detailed examination into programming techniques that allow students to create structured code and problem-solving concepts using C++ programming language12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 280 WEB PAGE DESIGN - This course is designed for detailed instruction in the creation of Web Page using Macromedia Dreamweaver software. Design Themes and Expanded Wizards are covered in this course.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MC 290 VISUAL BASIC - This course is designed for detailed examination into what a computer lan-guage is, what Visual Basic is, and how to develop an application using Visual Basic.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 101 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY - The course introduces and explains the most commonly used words and their meaning in the medical field. This course enables the student to obtain a working knowledge of the technical medical vocabulary.12 weeks - 6 credit hours

MD102 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - This is the study of the systems, organs, and functions of the human body, including the disease process.12 weeks - 6 credit hours

MD 103 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES - Designed to teach the student how to manage the medi-cal office. It includes appointment scheduling, billing, insurance form preparation, preparing medical records, patient preparation for exams, and taking vital signs. The student is given instruc-tion in CPR.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 104 MEDICAL MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION I - A course in which students transcribe hospital dis-charge summaries, histories and physicals, surgical reports, and pathology reports from dictation. Standard transcription with proficiency is required for credit.PREREQUISITE: MD 10112 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 106 MEDICAL CODING ICD-9-CM - This is a basic course in use of the ICD-9CM, Volumes 1 and 2. Students are taught to assign code numbers to various diagnoses.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 109 MEDICAL MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION II - A course to further the student’s proficiency in tran-scribing medical reports.PREREQUISITE: MD 10412 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 110 MEDICAL INSURANCE -Introduces the student to medical insurance claim forms and the cor-rect methods of filing a claim. The students will be exposed to the HCFA-1500, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicaid, Medicare, CHAMPUS, and Workers’ Compensation forms.PREREQUISITES: MD 106 and MD 11112 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 111 CPT-4 MEDICAL CODING - Introduces the student to the use of the Current Procedural Termi-nology book, which is used to code for procedures and services, performed by physicians. This course also covers HCPCS coding for services and supplies provided for Medicare clients.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

MD 112 MEDICAL MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION III - Gives the student further practice in transcribing medical documents.PREREQUISITE: MD 10912 weeks - 3 credit hours

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MD 205 COMPUTERIZED MEDICAL OFFICEMANAGEMENT - The class is designed to give the student proficiency in running a medical office using a medical accounting software package.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

OT 102 OFFICE TECHNOLOGIES - Provides training and simulated activities in the following areas: hu-man relations skills, organization, time management, telephone etiquette, mail handling procedures, travel arrangements, meeting, and filing.PREREQUISITE: T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

OT 103 BUSINESS MACHINES I - This course utilizes of the electronic display calculator and electronic print calculator in a business environment. Course coverage includes the operational functions of the keys as well as proficiency in keystroking. This course covers trade and cash discounts, markups, simple interest, bank discounts, annual percentage rates, credit cards, and checking accounts.PREREQUISITE: M 101 or Advanced Placement12 weeks - 3 credit hours

OT 104 BUSINESS MACHINES II - This is a more in-depth study of machines used in business by utilizing various business situations. Also requires use of other business machines and office machines.PREREQUISITE: OT 10312 weeks- 3 credit hours

OT 108 MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION I - In this class the student will transcribe from dictation tapes. The student will process a variety of letters, memos, and tabulations using correct format, grammar, and punctuation that will be reviewed throughout the course.PREREQUISITES: T 102 and E 10112 weeks - 3 credit hours

OT 110 MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION II -In this advanced class the student will transcribe from dictation tapes. The students will process a variety of letters, memos, and tabulations using correct format, grammar, and punctuation that will be reviewed throughout the course.PREREQUISITES: T 102, E 101, and OT 10812 weeks - 3 credit hours

P 101 PSYCHOLOGY OF SUCCESS - This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn and adapt methods to promote their success in school, on the job, and in their life. Students are taught to set and achieve goals, which benefit them and the community. The course stresses the newest and most efficient techniques for dealing with time, study skills, reading, test taking, leadership, attitude, diversity, and career planning.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

P 102 PSYCHOLOGY OF SUCCESS II - In this course the learner will further develop a positive self-concept through a variety of readings and activities. Use of the techniques learned will enhance the student’s personal achievement and satisfaction and profes-sional success. Special emphasis will be given to self-directed, lifelong learning.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

S 101 COLLEGE NOTETAKING - In this class the student learns and practices the principles of SuperWrite, an alphabetic writing system. Empha-sis is placed on legibility in writing system, taking dictation, and transcribing. 12 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 101 KEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERS - Stu-dents will develop touch control of the keyboard, use proper keyboarding techniques, and build basic speed and accuracy skills. Students will be introduced to letters, memos, and reports.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 102 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOM-PUTERS - This course offers basic skills to produce letters, memorandums, reports, tables, and personal business correspondence. Emphasis will be placed on skill development.PREREQUISITE: T 101 or Advanced Placement12 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 103 ADVANCED KEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOM-PUTERS - The course provides advanced techniques on a variety of word processing documents, includ-ing ruled tables, multi-paged letters and reports, and specialized business forms. Students are encour-aged to increase speed and accuracy.PREREQUISITE: T 102 or Advanced Placement12 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 105 KEYBOARDING FOR SPEED - This class places emphasis upon the following drills: speed, accuracy, stroking, rhythm, and proofreading. Speed is built in the following types of copy: straight copy, script, and rough draft.PREREQUISITE: T 101, T 102 or Advanced Placement12 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 106 KEYBOARDING VI - DOCUMENT PROCESS-ING - The course provides advanced keyboarding techniques on a variety of word processing docu-ments, including ruled tables, multi-paged letters and reports, and specialized business forms. PREREQUISITE: T 101 and/or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

T 107 KEYBOARDING VII - ADVANCED SPEEDBUILDING - This class places emphasis on speed and accuracy drills intended to improve keyboarding skills.PREREQUISITE: T10512 weeks - 3 credit hours

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T 108 KEYBOARDING VIII - ADVANCED SPEEDBUILD-ING - This class places emphasis on speed and accu-racy drills intended to improve keyboarding skills.PREREQUISITE: T 10712 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 101 INTRODUCTION TO TRAVEL AND TOURISM - This is an introduction to the world of travel and the functions of the industry. The course includes air, rail, and cruise ship travel; hotel/motel reservations; and car rentals. A comprehensive study of the Official Airline Guide will be used to construct itineraries.12 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 102 COMPUTERIZED RESERVATIONS AND TICKET-ING - Consists of hands-on computer exercises, case studies, and role-playing. This is a skills-based system that emphasizes automated ticketing, preparing itin-eraries, pricing, and booking hotels and rental cars.PREREQUISITES: TA 101 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 103 TRAVEL AGENCY/HOTEL MANAGEMENT - This introduction to travel and hotel management course builds upon the foundations of hotel/motel reservations discussed in TA 101, Introduction to Travel and Tourism (Pre-requisite for this course), and explores a manager’s duties with all elements of each organization including housekeeping, din-ing, customer service, and accounting. The student will become familiar with various customer service techniques and will be exposed to management strategies designed to meet customer needs. PREREQUISITES: TA 101 and T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 104 GEOGRAPHY - Emphasis in this class is on major travel destinations, gateway cities, customs, languages, currency, and country entry require-ments. Geography is a journey to global destina-tions in order to experience various cultures for both pleasure and business travel.PREREQUISITE: T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 105 ADVANCED KEYBOARDING/TRAVEL SIMULA-TION - This course provides keyboarding client files; Airline/Amtrak, hotel, rental car, cruise, and tour package information; and preparing receipts and invoices.PREREQUISITE: T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 106 DOCUMENT PROCESSING - TRAVEL - This course emphasizes speed in the production of keyboarding client files; Airline/Amtrak, hotel, rental car, cruise, and tour package information; and preparing receipts and invoices. PREREQUISITE: T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

TA 110 COMPUTERIZED HOTEL MANAGEMENT - This course is designed to give students experience performing front office operations at hotels, motels, and resorts. An emphasis is placed on using a com-puterized reservations system.PREREQUISITE: T 101 or T 10212 weeks - 3 credit hours

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