Economics

OVERVIEW : The word economics has come from a Greek term oikonomia, which means household management. Economics is much more than money and its flow. Economic strategy planning plays an important role in every sector. It deals with households, international business organizations and federal governments. Economics deals with the overall money management and resources in an organization. 

JOB DESCRIPTION : The job responsibilities vary according to the job titles they possess in business organizations. Some of them are economists, financial analysts, actuaries, budget analysts and market research analysts. Most of the economists' professionals work with the federal government sectors and in the research firms. They use statistical methods to analyze the economic issues.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                   Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs     Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : Since the business world is always in demand, job prospects are expected to be good. Bachelor's degree in any of the economics related major can open up some job opportunities. But candidates with PhD or master's degree may get advanced career roles in the competitive job market.

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Student Faculty Interaction

Can you imagine a university where the faculty members are inaccessible or where it is too difficult for you to fund them? Can you imagine all the interaction you have with professors is only within the class where you do not feel like sharing tour ideas with them? It will make a student feel suffocated. But fortunately this is not the case with our schools and universities.

In our educational system, interaction among the faculty members and students is given due importance. It plays an important role in the intellectual development of the students. In cafeterias, college lawns, libraries and during various gatherings, dialogues among students and faculty members help in the development process of a student.

A student and a faculty can interact in a number of ways. These days, the advent of technology like email and internet has made students more accessible to faculty members. The exchange of ideas through email can be rewarding and enriching for both the faculty members and students. The faculty can get valuable feedback regarding the course and teaching methods used.

Thus, both the faculty and the students are to gain with increased student faculty interaction. The faculty gets valuable feedback from the students regarding the course material and improved methods of teaching and designing the course curriculum.

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Higher Education

OVERVIEW : Higher education plays a vital role in the overall development of the nation. It keeps the individual citizen more informed and helps in the personal and professional development of every citizen. Higher education administrators can play a major role in administrating the higher education institutions as well as in developing and coordinating a large number of academic programs.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Higher education administrators need to manage and lead the institutes of higher learning and smoothen their functioning, acting as a bridge between education and management. Higher education administrators are responsible for maintaining academic quality and reputation, coordinating and developing academic programs, managing budget and financing, recruiting, hiring and managing faculty as well as establishing academic policies. 

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                     Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs     Certificate

For higher education administrators, job outlook is good considering the number of universities and colleges which we have and the increasing number of professionals required for higher education.

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Computer Networking

OVERVIEW : Computers and internet play an important role in the world of commerce. Millions of business transactions are carried out every day. Banks, financial institutions and business organizations worldwide rely on an ever growing computer networks to conduct business. Network engineers connect computers, networks and configure internet routers and firewalls to ensure company data is transmitted securely.

JOB DESCRIPTION : There are different types of computer networks like local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), internet and intranet. Computer networks are an integral and important part of any modern organization. Network engineers are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of these networks. They organize, install and support an organization's computer systems, including LAN, WAN, network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees  

                                      Master's Degrees        Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of network and computer systems administrators is expected to grow 28 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for these workers is high and apparently should continue to grow as firms are investing in newer, faster technology and mobile networks.

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Online Counselling

Today, in this fast paced life, tensions and stress is soaring. It has an adverse impact on one’s family life. The number of students are increasing and so is the need to guide them into the proper direction. They need proper social skills and they need to be given advices as to become a better individual and pouring good habits in them.

Due to the growth of the internet, online counseling is gaining popularity in the present times. The only condition is that both the counselor and the client must have access to a computer for fulfilling this purpose. It can come in various forms but typically online counseling can be in the form of email, text messaging, voice and video links, chat rooms and discussion boards.

Online counseling has many advantages. First advantage is that you don’t have to travel anywhere to see your counselor and sessions can be held in the privacy of your home. Nobody needs to know that you are taking the services of a counselor as it can be done on the time of your choice. The services of an online counselor can be accessed from anywhere where there is a computer and internet connection available and hence can be very convenient. Some people open up more in online counseling sessions, since they feel less inhibited and safe in the comfort of their known surroundings. 

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E-Commerce - E-Business

OVERVIEW : Today e-commerce has established itself as a viable and a reliable way of conducting business. E- commerce deals with buying or selling of various products over the World Wide Web. The volume of trade through e-commerce has grown exponentially over the years.

JOB DESCRIPTION : A career role in e-commerce includes e-commerce specialist, Internet communication specialist, Product designer, Online marketing and more. Depending upon the type and number of parties involved, they divide e-commerce into models. They are B2B (Business to Business), B2C (Business to Consumer), C2B (Consumer to Business) and C2C (Consumer to Consumer). B2B or Business to Business consists of the largest form of e-commerce. 

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                     Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs     Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : College majors in e-commerce may find career opportunities in the marketing and technical fields of the business organizations. Aspiring candidates may find better job prospects.

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Database Administration

OVERVIEW : Every business organization will have enormous set of documents which are essential for its efficient functioning. Databases serve as an important store house in business organizations. Database consists of all the information and data. Database administrator or DBA holds the responsibility of maintaining all the records and other financial information in well organized way.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Database administrators update the databases continuously. These professionals will create and keep a back up stored which may prevent data loss in any unexpected situations. They decide access, merging the data and other privileges to the database structures. If any issue arises, then DBAs have to trouble shoot the problems and ensure its efficient operation.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                   Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs     Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : The job prospects are expected to be good for the entry level candidates with a bachelor's degree in any computer or information technology related majors. Candidates with strong technical knowledge and professional certification can find suitable career options.

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Liberal Arts and General

If you have a creative bend of mind and inclination towards holistic education then an education in Liberal Arts is the stream for you. Liberal Arts course comprises of literature, history, linguistics, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, theater as well as studies in mathematics and sciences. Students are blessed with individual attention from faculties for their overall development. Studying Liberal Arts equip the students to inculcate creative thinking in fast changing situations and develop their critical and analytical skills as well. 

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General Studies

OVERVIEW : A general studies degree is also known as a generalist degree and it covers the basics of the university education. It is a broad based program which demonstrates that you have got the ability to complete a university degree and you have got enough discipline and intelligence to work through the program in a variety of subject areas.

JOB DESCRIPTION : By pursuing general studies, a student is gaining knowledge in diverse disciplines with a single major. So career options are also numerous in different fields such as education, business, law and psychology.  General studies degree holder can also find so many career roles such as administrative service managers, sales managers, human resources managers and more.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees

JOB OUTLOOK : There are many job opportunities for a general studies degree holder as they have several career options to choose. Job prospects are expected to be bright for the aspiring candidates.

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Customer Support-Service

OVERVIEW : The business industry is facing the highest rate of competition in the global market. Therefore, the entrepreneurs are focusing on new marketing strategies. Feedback and responses of the customers have a great importance in the marketing field. Customer support centers are the places where they render the help for the clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Customer satisfaction plays a vital role in the success of a business organization. Customer service representatives mainly work to assist the customers in solving their complaints. They will be impressed if they get better response from customer support. Based on their reports, the management team will make necessary changes in their business strategies. 

DEGREES OFFERED : Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : Job prospects are expected to be good for the candidates with great communication and inter personal skills. High school diploma serves as a common eligibility requirement for this career. Most of the Business organizations may provide job training for the aspiring candidates.

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English as a Second Language

OVERVIEW : English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers teach the English language to non-native speakers of English and help these students learn to speak, read and write in English.  ESL teachers most often handle a type of class in which students don't speak the same language. The goal of an ESL teacher is to make their students gain the same English proficiency as native speakers.

JOB DESCRIPTION : English as a second language (ESL) teachers teach English to non-native speakers. They employ various aids in their lessons such as videos, power point presentations, overhead projectors, video clips and other types of computer programs. Their main aim is to lucidly present English language to immigrants and various other students and adults so that they can comprehend English and can survive in an English speaking environment and workplace.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                   Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs     Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : As the number of students who does not know English continues to grow, the demand for bilingual teachers and for those who teach English as a second language will grow as well to match that need.

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Legal and Law Enforcement

Making a career in Legal and Law Enforcement fields is most pertinent for the society today due to emphasis on crime prevention. Professions in this field include Lawyers, FBI agents, Police officers, U.S. Marshal, Forensic scientist, State Trooper, Customs agents, Secret Service agents and more. Thus making your career in Legal and Law Enforcement encompasses distinctive career paths with a great scope for specializations and an inclination towards public service. 

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IT School

In today's world where computers and internet have become an inseparable part of the society, a career in information technology is bound to reap huge benefits. This field has immense potential and covers vast array of work such as software development, computer networking, computer hardware development, maintenance of information systems and more. Computer programming as well as designing and developing new software are also part of Information Technology. With new research being carried out continuously and the application of several cutting edge technologies, a career in information technology is always rewarding and exciting. 

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Contract Management

OVERVIEW : Contract manager is responsible for maintaining the relationships and contracts between the company and the suppliers. The main role of the contract managers is to maintain a long term and cordial relationship between the company and the suppliers.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Contract managers should have a business degree in management. They should have experience in the fields of marketing and sales or contract research. They also manage the competitive bidding and selection process. They solve all the issues between suppliers and the management of the company. They have to ensure the smooth functioning of the relationship between the two.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees 

                                             Master's Degrees  Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of administrative services managers, a category in which contract managers come, is expected to grow 15 percent from 2010-20.

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Computer and Information Systems Management

OVERVIEW : Technology is dominating the world. Every business industry is trying hard to come up with innovative technologies in the competitive market. Technical professional prepare, analyze and store enormous amount of data and records. They transfer it through the computer systems and networking.

JOB DESCRIPTION : There are many career opportunities in the IT. They are computer and information system managers, database administrators, information security analysts and many more. Job responsibilities change according to the assigned task and job roles. Computer and Information System managers have to control and direct the computer professionals like software programmers, security analyst and database administrators.

DEGREES OFFERED : Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees

                                                        Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs

JOB OUTLOOK : Since the technology has a great impact on business world, job prospects are good for the highly technical skilled professionals. Candidates with bachelor's degree in computer related disciplines may find entry-level jobs.

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Elementary Education

OVERVIEW : Elementary teachers generally teach children from kindergarten to grade sixth. They prepare young students for further schooling by teaching them the basic concepts of math and reading. The role of an elementary education teacher is very important since they prepare the foundation of their students in studies and inculcate various skills in them which prove to be important in education.

JOB DESCRIPTION : The main responsibility of elementary education teachers is to teach students subjects like maths, language and social studies. They have to inculcate study skills and social skills in their students. Elementary education teachers have to assess the students by evaluating their abilities, strengths and weaknesses. They have to grade assignments and reports to the parents so that parents can know the progress of their child.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees   Master's Degrees 

                  Doctorate Programs     PhD Programs            State issued Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : Growth is expected because of both: necessity of decline in student–teacher ratio and increase in enrollment for elementary education. However, employment growth will vary by region.

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MBA

MBA is one of the most popular business degrees sought after by students. There are many types and specializations of MBA. This program can be offered part time or full time, online or campus based. Following are the different type of MBA programs.

One year full-time MBA programs: One Year Full time MBA program is especially for those learners who have noteworthy company or business experience. This type of program focuses on the management skills assuming that you have the professional network and extracurricular business abilities that will be covered in a two-year school program. 

Two year full-time MBA programs: Two year full time MBA program is designed for 21 months. This program offers a higher course load with more intense class and examination schedules. This program also requires professional internship during your two year studies to create business contacts and incorporate your educational classroom skills. 

Part time MBA programs: Part time MBA program are mostly for the MBA students who are not fresher and have certain professional and personal obligations to deal with the master’s degree. The students in this program consist of working professionals, who take a light course load for a longer period of time until the graduation requirements are met.

Executive MBA programs: Executive Program is basically developed to enhance the expertise or add more skills in the existing knowledge of seasonal manager and current executives. This program allows students to earn a MBA or another business related graduate degree in two years or less while working full time.

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High School Alternative

If you are an extremely creative student and find the environment of a traditional school stifling, or you are a student with unique learning style wanting to move at your own pace, or you are a high energy individual who is highly active, or shy or different from most other students then going to an alternative high school is the best choice for you. Alternative schools offer you smaller classroom size; focus on more creative ways of learning instead of focusing on memorization or routine activity. Interaction with students of different age groups and a place where tracking takes a back seat are some of the advantages which alternative schools give to the prospective student. 

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Public Safety

OVERVIEW : On the wake of more and more threat calls coming from various anti-national institutions having global footprint along with certain local ones, demand for skilled personnel in the public safety sector is going to witness an upward turn, says Bureau of Labor Statistics in its report. The Bureau report adds, thus making opportunities more plentiful for qualified applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Public safety professionals are mainly responsible for protecting the society at large. They also assess risks and quickly respond to any threat to the general public that might come without even putting a mark of caution.

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees in public safety as well as a bachelor's and master's too.

JOB OUTLOOK : The statistics from Federal sources clearly states that opportunities of getting a job with any of the related government agencies may increase by seven percent. The chances of securing a job with the private enterprises may see an upward turn during the timeframe of 2010-20.

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Call Center Management

OVERVIEW : Everyone is focusing more on the customer satisfaction. If you are interested to work with the clients of an organization, the call center industry offers you the opportunity. Individuals with excellent communication skills can work well in this field.It helps to attain client support and coordination. Computers, telephones and other technologies are used widely to ensure the quality services.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Call centers are considered as the revenue generating hubs of a business organization. Job profiles differ for the managerial roles depending on the work environments. They have to offer assistance for the customer complaints and queries based on the nature of business organization. Call centers Manager requires special skills to control the operations and processes in a call center .

DEGREES OFFERED : Associate's Degrees   Bachelor's Degrees  

                                         Master's Degrees      Certificate

JOB OUTLOOK : According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics call center jobs ranked one of the largest industries with 2.3 million jobs in 2008. Experienced professionals may get advanced to higher level career roles in the call center industry.

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