Business Programs at National American University - Lee's Summit, MO
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A.A.S. in Accounting
Earning an associate degree in Accounting can prepare individuals for various positions working for business, government, or non-profit organizations. Career opportunities include payroll clerks, bookkeepers, and clerical assistants, and with further experience, graduates may advance to positions such as payroll supervisors, lead accountants, or tax specialists. After graduation we offer lifetime career placement services when needed and other post-graduate services that can assist graduates achieve their career goals.
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A.A.S. in Applied Management
Earning an associate degree in Applied Management through our unique program allows individuals to use their previous occupational, educational, or industry-related experiences towards college credits to advance completion time towards their degree. Military training, technical and trade school education, and business or health care experience can be taken into consideration for granting credit towards this associate degree. Our career counselors can let prospective students know if their training qualifies for these credits.
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A.A.S. in Business Administration
Earning an associate degree in Business Administration introduces learners to basic business disciplines as well as the use of computer applications and technology that are widely used by businesses today. The program also encourages students to develop critical thinking and leadership skills and prepare for entry into a rewarding career.
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B.S. in Accounting
Earning a bachelor's degree in Accounting can prepare individuals for various career opportunities working in business, government, or non-profit organizations. Along with fundamental accounting principles and practices courses, our program also prepares students to sit for the Certified Managerial Accounting (CMA) exam as well as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in those states not requiring the fifth year of education. Learners will also enhance critical thinking skills, utilize current technology to analyze information, and understand the ethical and legal guidelines that govern the conduct of accountants in the workplace. Successful graduates can seek certifications as CMAs and/or CPAs to increase their marketability.
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B.S. in Applied Management
The Applied Management Bachelor of Science degree program is for those of you with degrees, diplomas or certificates in specialty areas. This degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals who have acquired occupation-related training at community colleges, technical institutions, military service schools, industry-related schools, or training classrooms in their field of specialty. Combined with our sound business and general education courses, this degree will prepare you for advancement in management areas associated with your specialty field. This is the degree that can give you a jump-start toward completion of your bachelor's degree.
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B.S. in Business Administration
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration provides training for students in the knowledge base and strategic mindset that is requisite for career success in the field of business. Graduates of this program will be qualified for a wide range of career opportunities in for-profit and non-profit business organizations or governmental institutions. This program is also an excellent foundation for students who may wish to pursue a business-related graduate degree.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Accounting
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an Accounting emphasis provides learners with an overall management background and then focuses on financial accounting and budgeting to prepare graduates to oversee an organization's fiscal operations as well. The need for managers with these specific skills may make a difference in hiring decisions and enhance career opportunities for successful graduates.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Financial Management
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with Financial Management emphasis in our program builds on the basic disciplines of business administration such as accounting, management techniques, and marketing, and then the financial management courses explore specifics in financial planning, insurance portfolios, and investment strategies. Graduates can seek positions in mortgage and brokerage firms as well as management positions in banking and other financial institutions.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Human Resource Management
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Human Resource Management emphasis provides learners with an overall management background and then focuses on specific skills required to oversee human resource departments. Students will learn training and development strategies, benefits and compensation laws, policies on discrimination in the workplace, and much more, as they successfully complete this program. Many organizations value individuals who have strong business skills and have mastered human resource knowledge to effectively manage the company's most valuable assets — humans.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Information Systems
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Information Systems can give graduates a wide range of career options because of their ability to use information technology to its maximum benefit for an organization. Along with the fundamental disciplines relating to business management, the expansion of technology applications that increase proficiency in the business arena has made this degree combination a very advantageous choice.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Management
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Management emphasis provides training in the basic disciplines of business administration and then goes more in depth to explore advanced management techniques and strategies for a wide range of career options. Graduates can seek positions as human resource directors, operations managers, production supervisors, and more, in public, private, and non-profit organizations requiring well-trained leaders.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Marketing
Earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing degree prepares students to effectively understand and evaluate marketing alternatives and be able to apply critical marketing-related skills. This program is an excellent choice for students seeking a career in areas such as retail management, sales management, marketing research, advertising, and promotions. Graduates will also attain a well-rounded business administration knowledge of other disciplines such as accounting principles, leadership skills, and technology applications.
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B.S. in Business Administration: Emphasis in Pre-Law
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Pre-Law is designed to provide students with a foundation of knowledge and skills to facilitate their success in law school. Specialized courses promote the development of analytical and critical thinking skills, verbal and written communication skills, a fundamental understanding of substantive and procedural law, and knowledge of ethical guidelines governing the conduct of attorneys. Other courses in business and general education provide students with a broad base of knowledge for success in today's complex society.
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B.S. in Organizational Leadership
Managers today need the necessary skills to be effective leaders. This bachelor's in Organizational Leadership degree program is designed for working professionals who recognize the need to develop their individual leadership abilities. Graduates of this program will have a distinct advantage over others managers and can expect to find opportunities in a wide range of leadership positions. This program takes 4 years or less to complete.