Assiniboine Programs Receive Accreditation

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PROGRAMS RECEIVE ACCREDITATION

BUSINESS ACCREDITED BY ACBSP

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Associate Degree Board of Commissioners has awarded Assiniboine Community College accreditation of its business programs.

ACBSP accreditation certifies that the teaching and learning processes within the business degrees and programs offered through Assiniboine Community College meet the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP.

Commitment to program quality and external recognition is an important part of the college’s Academic Plan. With more than 30 years of promoting excellence in global business program accreditation, ACBSP was the first organization offering specialized business accreditation for all degree levels, from associate to baccalaureate to doctoral degree programs.

“Assiniboine Community College has shown its commitment to teaching excellence and to the process of quality improvement by participating in the accreditation process,” said ACBSP Chief Accreditation Officer Dr. Steve Parscale. “This accreditation is evidence that Assiniboine Community College is committed to providing the highest quality business education for their students.”

“This is a significant development for our business programs. This accreditation validates what we know to be true —we offer quality training that prepares graduates for excellence in business-related careers,” said Geoff Milne, Chair of Business at Assiniboine. “We value and trust the standards set forth by ACBSP, so we are proud to tell our students and the college community that our programs meet those standards.” Based on the Baldridge Education Criteria for Performance Excellence, ACBSP accreditation evaluates aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support to determine whether the business programs offer a rigorous educational experience and demonstrate continuous quality improvement.

AGRIBUSINESS ACCREDITED BY CPSA

Assiniboine Community College combines classroom theory with hands-on learning, giving their students a comprehensive educational experience. All of their programs are designed to connect students with industries and communities for real-world experience and networking. college, employers and the students. It tells employers that they can expect a high level of sales acumen from Assiniboine’s Agribusiness Diploma graduates.” says James Ellis, Agribusiness Program instructor at Assiniboine Community College.

In Assiniboine’s Agribusiness Program, students learn both the business and the science behind the industry. Skills covered include agronomy, GIS, GPS and computer applications, livestock production, communications, customer service, sales, marketing, and business management. The Customer Relations course allows students to develop the skills needed to succeed in a career in sales in the Western Canadian agriculture industry. Students select an agricultural product or service and participate in a comprehensive case study and accompanying role plays for the entire semester.

“It is no secret that much of our graduates’ success in the industry can be attributed to professional sales skills. This accreditation benefits the The Agribusiness Program at Assiniboine Community College is recently fully accredited by the CPSA and provides students with 35-hours of pre-requisite education needed to pursue their Certified Sales Associate (CSA) designation.

CPSA Institute Accredited Partners are industry leaders and top sales training companies that deliver results-driven information and insights that will position students to succeed, now and in the future. Accreditation is assurance that students are receiving rigorous, standards-based training that help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in a complex, competitive marketplace.