Programs
Business Administration - Management, Online
An industry–current associate degree can open the door to exciting opportunities in a broad spectrum of business organizations. In this career–focused curriculum, you will study everything from the basic principles of business to the complexities of management as you prepare for a future in areas as diverse and interesting as Advertising, Banking, Human Resources, International Business, Public Relations, Sales, Sports and Entertainment and many others.
Key Benefits
- Understand the latest business technology and business principles.
- Develop dynamic interpersonal skills and leadership qualities.
- Become a problem solver with the ability to make decisions and take appropriate actions.
More about this program
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Courses
As you study and learn from the experienced business professionals on our faculty, you can acquire the confidence to pursue success your way, because you will be developing a diverse range of applicable knowledge and skills. For example:
- In International Business, you will evaluate countries as potential sites for business operations
- In Principles of Marketing, you will study pricing strategies in the movement of products from the business to the consumer.
- In Business Law, you will develop a detailed knowledge of the laws relating to contracts, commerce, property, business crimes, torts and employment
You can complete this program and graduate with marketable business credentials in just 24 months.
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Careers
The PTI Commitment to Student Success
PTI has an advisory board comprised of business professionals who keep our programs up to date and consistent with the needs of today's employment market. Our school is an active member of the American Marketing Association. We are also active in Alpha Beta Gamma and the International Business Honor Society, which recognizes and encourages scholarships among two–year college students in business.
Career Opportunities in Business
American business fuels our $8 billion economy and over 107 million jobs – approximately five out of six jobs in the country. With the right knowledge and skills to support your goals and aspirations, you can pursue professional success and satisfaction in:
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Banking
- Computer Services
- Credit and Collections
- Costumer Service
- Education
- Energy and Utilities
- Healthcare and Medical
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Insurance
- International Business
- Manufacturing
- Merchandising
- Promotions
- Public Relations
- Radio and Television
- Sales
- Sales Management
- Sports and Entertainment
- Travel and Hospitality
- Web Services
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Employment
PTI Graduates in the Workforce
As a student at PTI Online, you can tap into all of the support and services you would expect at a well–respected career school. Our Career Services Department is staffed by experienced placement professionals with contacts and connections across the country. Companies that have previously hired PTI graduates include:
- H. J. Heinz
- H &R Block
- Verizon Wireless
- PNC Bank
- Calgon Carbon Corporation
- Carnegie Science Center
- Digital Picture, Inc.
- Federal Express
- Amcon Office Systems
- American Red Cross
- Beckwith Machinery Co
- General Nutrition Center
- Huntingdon Bank
- IKEA
- Pennsylvania House of Representatives
- Victoria's Secret
- Landslide CRM
- Center for Applied Neuropsychology
- Draeger Corporation
- Sunjoy Industries
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Tuition, Loan Debt & Graduate Information
Includes Accounting Administration, Business Management, Marketing and Retail
Related Occupational Titles: click link for details
- First-Line Supervisors / Managers of Office & Administrative Support Workers - 43-1-11.00
- Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks - 43-3031.00
- Sales Reps, Wholesale & Manufacturing Except Technical & Scientific Products - 44-4012.00
- Sales Reps, Service, all other - 41-3099.00
Program Information for 2013/14:
- Program Tuition and Fees: $38,310
- Estimated Cost of Books and Supplies: $2,500
- Housing Cost for 12 month agreement (excludes food): $7,500-$8,460
Graduate Information:
- On-Time Graduation Rate for 11/12: 86%
- Percentage of Available Graduates Working in Their Field of Study for 2011: 94%
- Percentage of Graduates Working Part-time for 2011: 13%
- Average Salary of Graduates Employed Full-time for 2011: $20,730
- Title IV Median Loan Debt for 11/12: $17,996
- Institutional Median Loan Debt for 11/12: $0
