Minnesota School of Business

Is Architectural Drafting School in Your Future?

Do your doodles turn into house plans? Are you fascinated by the detail that underlies function? Consider enhancing your natural bent for drawing with training in architectural drafting. Our school provides hands-on practice on industry-standard CAD software and other tools. Faculty offer both professional and academic credentials, and our career services department is there for students and alumni.

Globe University is nationally accredited by Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The following program focuses on technical and artistic aspects of drafting and design for commercial and residential architecture:

Collaboration of Globe & NTI: Architecture Design Developed in collaboration with Northwest Technical Institute (NTI), the architecture design program at Globe University provides artistic, technical and business training requested by commercial and residential architecture firms. As a graduate, you will be ready for the following responsibilities:

• Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to create models from architectural concepts
• Produce accurate working drawings so that structures meet industry standards and building codes
• Calculate material quantities and costs so projects are completed within budget
• Follow environmental standards in LEED design
• Create 2D and 3D models with Revit

Our Interactive Media and Graphic Design associate degree program prepares students with the training and knowledge necessary to enter professions in web design, advertising firms, and other fields where effective media presentations are critical to product and brand developments. Learners will explore how page layout and color theory can enhance product publications for aesthetic appeal. Creative individuals that complete the program will produce a professional portfolio to showcase their accomplishments and present to potential employers.

Our bachelor's degree in Business Management program with an emphasis in Music Business can prepare learners for careers as leaders in industry-specific fields. During the third and fourth year of the program students will choose which area they would like to focus on: hospitality management, agricultural business, human resources, finance, marketing, or music business. Coursework that is unique to each industry will examine in more detail the elements and issues that can be critical to the success in that field. Because of the evolving trends and practices that may change or improve business strategies, we consult with industry experts to ensure that we keep up-to-date with the technology and techniques that are unique to each area, so graduates are well-prepared to begin their new career.

Individuals who earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology with a Web Application Development emphasis 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.