Minnesota School of Business

Individuals who earn an associate degree in our Accounting and Tax Specialist program can explore career options in corporations, small businesses, non-profit organizations, or governmental agencies. Our hands-on training prepares learners to track and analyze transactions for an organization to determine fiscal fitness and predict future trends. Graduates will also be enhancing critical thinking skills, honing analytical processes, and examining business techniques and strategies during the program. The program includes all coursework in the management accounting program as well as four additional classes that specifically address taxation.

Individuals who are interested in acquiring a fundamental knowledge of the practical skills and various business practices used today can earn an associate degree in Business Administration in two years or less. Our program features courses in marketing, accounting, communications, and business management techniques that are proven to be effective for today's business leaders. As technology advances we realize the need to update the curriculum to keep pace with current practices so our graduates can feel confident in the knowledge and skills they gain and explore future professional opportunities.

Earning an associate degree in our Health and Fitness Specialist program can prepare individuals to explore career options in this rapidly expanding field. Learners will combine hands-on training with courses that explore the science and physiology of joints and muscle motion in order to prescribe individualized plans for specific needs. Courses will also feature nutritional needs during a training program, sport and recreational training using fitness equipment, and business strategies to market and promote fitness programs. Before graduation learners will complete a 150-hour externship that will allow them the opportunity to increase their skill and confidence levels and begin their new profession.

Individuals who earn an associate degree in Information Technology will receive thorough training in the essentials of business information technology needs such as network administration, software development, database design, and information systems security management. Candidates may also apply previous education or work experience and industry certifications towards college credits to expedite completion of this program. Graduates will be well-prepared for several computer industry certification exams and learn significant business skills to round out their educational program.

Upon completion of the two-year Massage Therapy associate degree program, graduates will be prepared to sit for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination. The program includes hands-on training in Swedish massage, hot stone/spa techniques, deep tissue/trigger points, and myofascial release routines. At the associate degree level learners will have more business and liberal arts courses to enhance their education and credentials. Graduates of the program can choose to work in chiropractic clinics, physical therapy facilities, luxury hotels or cruise ships, or independently as their own boss.

Individuals who would like to become part of a professional health care team without working directly hands-on with patients can earn an associate degree in our Medical Administrative Assistant program. Students will learn medical terminology, front office procedures, and laws and ethics relating to patient's rights to privacy. Skilled assistants perform tasks that are critical to running an office such as scheduling appointments, transcribing doctors' notes, handling verbal and written communications, and billing insurance claims with the proper codes for processing.

Individuals who would like to be on the front line and provide direct patient care in medical facilities can earn an associate degree in our Medical Assistant program. Courses will cover radiology instruction that prepares students to take the Limited Scope of Practice in Radiology certification exam, administering prescription medications as ordered by physicians, and how to perform routine lab tests on professional diagnostic equipment. Graduates can choose to work in private practices, hospitals, laboratories, and other medical clinics with these specialized skills.

Our associate degree program in Sales and Marketing has been updated to keep current with the increased competition in the arena of internet marketing and other trends of advertising strategies. Because collecting and understanding research information for determining projections is so essential to this field, courses will explore various tools to gather and assess data that impact campaign decisions. Graduates of the program can enjoy working within a corporate marketing team or as an independent sales consultant in this creative profession.