Kick-Start Your Business Career with New Accelerated Associate in Business Degree In search of a quick and effective pathway to the business world? If so, then look no further than Washtenaw Community College’s Accelerated Associate in Business degree program.
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pecifically designed for students seeking an associate degree in business, the program strategically compresses eight six-week sessions into a 17-month educational journey, shorter than the traditional college timeline. It normally takes an individual 24 months to complete an associate degree. This program also offers the convenience of being 100% online, a real advantage for students who are working full time or part time. Enrolled students are given access to invaluable tools such as dedicated success coaches, cost-saving resources and support for transfer to a four-year college or university. WCC faculty work closely together to provide a unique learning experience with classes and assignments building off each other for greater impact. The program’s class scheduling is defined with specific content in each offered course. “This is a great option to boost careers, as well as take a big step toward a bachelor’s degree if that’s a student’s chosen next
step,” said Dr. Kimberly Hurns, WCC executive vice president of instruction & academic affairs.
model allowing them to build relationships with their instructors and peers which will last a lifetime.”
“We have great partnerships with fouryear institutions that offer accelerated and online bachelor’s degrees in business that are looking forward to working with students from our program.”
Recent reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveal students who successfully complete their associate degree boost their annual income by more than $6,000. An associate degree increases the total number of jobs available by 34%. An associate degree holder earns $400,000 more than someone with only a high school diploma over a 40-year work-life span, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Whether your career pathway is geared toward breaking into a new industry or establishing your own opportunities as an entrepreneur, WCC’s accelerated business degree equips you with the skills needed to navigate today’s ever-evolving workforce. “Students are seeking educational opportunities that allow them success in the timeframe and schedule that works for them,” said Eva Samulski, dean of business & computer technologies at WCC. “The accelerated business degree merges work experience with classroom theory. Not only will students complete their degree in a shorter period, they will also move through the program cohort
Learn more about the Accelerated Associate in Business degree at wccnet.edu/accelerated-business.
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100% ONLINE PROGRAM LENGTH: only 17 months Limited spots available for the Fall 2021 semester. Apply now at wccnet.edu/apply.
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