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in business. Get your associate, bachelor’s or master’s degree in business from Medaille College.
Ever feel like you’re running in place in your career? At Medaille College’s School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE), you will learn the business skills you need from experienced faculty, in an accelerated format that lets you earn your degree in about two years. Plus, you move through the program in a cohort – a built-in support system and network of other students. Medaille is a private, four-year college with three campuses in Western New York – Buffalo, Amherst and Rochester. We’re known for offering degree programs that work – with your busy schedule and the job market. Life can be a juggling act. At Medaille, you can get ahead, without having to drop a thing.
Undergraduate Programs Adding peace of mind to the daily grind. The word our students use again and again to describe our program is “convenient.” At Medaille, you’ll never encounter red tape, stand in line at the bookstore or worry about classes being filled. Plus, while you’re getting your undergraduate degree, you’ll gain skills and knowledge that you can immediately apply in the workplace – if anything, that’s a stress reliever.
Associate in Science in Business Our Associate in Business (ASB) program includes general liberal arts courses, which provide the fundamental critical thinking, writing and math skills needed in the workforce, along with business disciplines such as management, accounting and human resources. It’s ideal for anyone looking to advance in the business world – the ASB can be completed in less than two years, without disrupting your schedule. All credits completed in this program transfer to any of our bachelor’s degrees. Curriculum Sequence Course ENG 111X Writing Effective Essays MGT 112X Fundamentals of Management GEN 111X Critical and Academic Thought GEN 231X Creativity and Expression MAT 121X Mathematical Applications ACC 110X Accounting Concepts GEN 221X Cultural Interactions: Early American Experiences GEN 241X Scientific Methods and Discovery ENG 206X Literature and Society PSY 101X General Psychology CIS 118X Computer Skills and Applications MGT 265X Negotiation and Consensus ENG 201X Writing the Research Paper MGT 231X Human Resource Fundamentals HIS 251X Perspectives: The World Today Total
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Bachelor of Business Administration (Evening Program) A bachelor’s degree is a necessity to advance your career in the business world, and our Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program gives students knowledge that they can immediately apply in the workplace. Blending theoretical and practical applications, the BBA curriculum promotes development in the areas of communication, group dynamics, decision making, business ethics and technology. Classes meet one night per week, from 6–10 p.m., and your night stays the same throughout the program. Being a member of a study group teaches you the skills employers value most, including how to be a team leader and to work effectively as a team member. Our faculty is comprised of professionals in their fields who bring expertise to the classroom each night. Fast Forward (Day Program) If you’re looking to attain a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in a year, Medaille’s Fast Forward program is for you. This curriculum is a perfect fit for those who earned an associate degree or have approximately two years of college credit. Plus, internship opportunities apply the course content in a real-world setting. With classes meeting just two days a week, the future you want will come fast.
the skills that I learned from Medaille for my job. I value my education so much more after seeing the realistic
Curriculum Sequence Course GEN 300X/F Critical Thinking and the Adult Learner MGT 310X/F Contemporary Management and Leadership ACC 304X/F Current Issues in Financial Accounting ENG 361X/F Advanced Business Report Writing MAT 203X/F Statistics for Today’s Businesses MKT 346X/F Managing the Marketing Function ECO 301X/F Concepts in Economics BUS 301X/F Legal and Ethical Issues in Business FNS 203X/F Principles of Finance MGT 366X/F Organizational Development and Behavior ACC 315X/F Accounting Analysis and Decision Making BUS 445X/F Case Studies in Global Strategy BUS 476X Business Strategy Capstone (Evening) BUS 470F Business Strategy Internship and Capstone (Day) BUS 471F Business Strategy Internship and Capstone (Day) BUS 472F Business Strategy Internship and Capstone (Day) Total
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examples and case studies in my classes. I chose to pursue my degree to provide a better living for my family, and I was surprised that earning a degree was actually very convenient. LaTarcia Kenner-Daniels, Bachelor of Business Administration Graduate
BBA in Information Systems (Online Learning) The Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Systems (BBAIS) degree helps you enter the workplace without having to enter a classroom. An online program designed to teach the theories, models, tools and techniques needed to use information technology, this is an intensive learning experience that you can experience in the comfort of home. Students should have some academic or professional experience in information systems. Apply today, and log on to your future. Curriculum Sequence Course GEN 310E Critical Thinking and Online Study BIS 302E Systems Databases: Applications ENG 361E Advanced Business Report Writing BIS 350E Computer Architecture MAT 205E Math for Information Systems ACC 304E Current Issues in Financial Accounting MGT 362E Information Systems Management Theory MGT 366E Organizational Development and Behavior BIS 390E Comparative Programming Languages BUS 420E E-Business Strategy and Design BIS 400E Systems Analysis BUS 430E Business Data Communications BIS 410E Distributed Systems Development BIS 480E Project Management Capstone Total
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Computer Crimes Investigation Certificate This six-month, 16-credit program focuses on the creation, maintenance and destruction of data stored in electronic form. The courses outline the correct procedures involved in seizing and analyzing digital evidence. You will examine the significance and application of criminal, non-criminal, and administrative investigations. Curriculum Sequence Course CIS 120X Computer Applications CRJ 180X Intro to Computer Hardware and Operating Systems CRJ 280X Computer Forensics: Electronic Media as Evidence CRJ 380X CCI: Evidence, Law and Investigative Techniques CRJ 480X Topics in CCI: Computer Networks and the Internet Total
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Medaille’s stellar reputation in the community and the success of Medaille alumni in my workplace
Undergraduate Admission Requirements Submission of official high school transcripts with proof of high school graduation or GED certificate Official transcripts from each college attended and/or military transcripts One professional letter of recommendation Current resumé 500-word essay explaining why the educational opportunities offered by Medaille’s Accelerated Learning Program meet your needs Work experience 60 or more college credits (for bachelor’s degrees only)
made the decision to attend Medaille a natural one. Ken Argona, Bachelor of Business Administration Student
Graduate Programs Turning the corporate ladder into an escalator.
It’s tough to match the richness and depth of Medaille’s graduate programs, taught by faculty culled from leading businesses in the Buffalo community. Graduate students benefit from the cohort-based method of teaching, a built-in support network that helps you sort through and absorb business techniques as a group.
Master of Business Administration Develop skills that you can take from the classroom to the boardroom with Medaille’s Master of Business Administration program. This series of evening classes develops and enhances the management and analytical skills necessary to change or advance your career. The program focuses on solving strategic management problems and enhances students’ analytical, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Our professors are real-world practitioners in the business community and are dedicated to helping their students fit this degree into their lives. Curriculum Sequence Course MBA 532X Management and Leadership MBA 533X Financial Accounting MBA 534X Business Statistics for Decision Making MBA 635X Organizational Development and Transformation MBA 636X Strategic Human Resource Management MBA 662X Finance for Managers MBA 663X Marketing in an E-World MBA 664X Economics for Global Business MBA 665X Accounting for Planning and Control MBA 667X Global Business MBA 668X Strategic Planning and Leadership MBA 675X Integrative Project: Analysis and Synthesis Total
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The instructors at Medaille make the difference. They show you how to apply what you’ve learned and are able to provide real-life experiences. We not only learn the ‘what,’ but analyze the ‘why’
Accreditation Medaille College is chartered by the Board of Regents of The University of the State of New York. It is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The College’s degree programs are registered by the New York State Education Department. Medaille College received specialized accreditation in 1999 for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), and is a Charter Member of the organization. IACBE is the premier business accrediting body for business programs in student-centered colleges and universities throughout the world. The following SAGE degree programs are accredited by IACBE: the Master of Business Administration Degree; the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree.
and ‘how.’ Nicole Lorenzo, Master of Business Administration Student
Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership Medaille’s Master’s in Organizational Leadership (MOL) program is preparing the next generation of leaders. Designed to develop the management skills necessary to function effectively within business, industry, healthcare and community organizations, our program focuses on the management of human and physical resources within various organizational cultures. Students learn the skills required to manage people, plans and projects. This program is designed for aspiring leaders who will be challenged to expand their ability for innovative thinking, problem solving and inspirational leadership. With an MOL degree in your back pocket, you won’t just rise up the corporate ladder – you’ll have people following you. Curriculum Sequence Course MOL 521X Organizational Leadership: Theory and Practice MOL 522X Organizational Development and Behavior MOL 623X Systems Thinking and the Learning Organization MOL 624X Leadership Interactions: Teams, Coaches, and Mentors MOL 525X Finance for Leaders MOL 626X Problem Solving and Decision Making MOL 627X Diversity and Multi-Culturalism MOL 628X Leading Change and Transformation MOL 629X Leadership in an E-World MOL 630X Organizational Leadership Capstone Total
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Graduate Admission Requirements A typewritten essay expressing your career goals and the reasons why you have chosen to pursue graduate study at this time Official transcripts from each college attended Two professional letters of recommendation Three years of significant work experience and a copy of your current resumé
Veterans Named a “Military Friendly School” by GI Jobs magazine and a “Best for Vets” college by Military Time’s Edge magazine, Medaille College’s Office of Veterans and Military Affairs is here to assist current and former servicemembers transition into the college environment. As a Servicemembers Opportunity College, Medaille enables you to maximize your military credits to help speed up your degree completion time. As part of the admissions process, please provide your DD Form 214, as well as all military transcripts. International Students Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate reading comprehension and writing proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The student must have a minimum score of 79 on the Internet-based TOEFL. Transcripts from foreign countries must be evaluated by World Educational Services (www.wes.org). Applicants must send official transcripts to both the Medaille College SAGE Admissions Office and WES. Financial Aid and Scholarships Medaille provides a variety of federal, state and institutional aid programs to assist students in meeting their educational expenses. Eligibility is determined by an evaluation of the information provided on the Medaille College financial aid application, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application. A number of scholarship opportunities are also available for Medaille SAGE students.
I enjoyed my experience at Medaille and found my classmates to be dedicated, diverse and driven. The Master’s
Other Programs Offered at Medaille’s Amherst Campus: Master of Arts in Psychology Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling Master of Science in Education: Literacy, Birth–Grade 6 Master of Science in Education: Special Education Master of Science in Education: Elementary Education Master of Science in Education: Adolescent/Secondary
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For more information on courses, schedules and requirements, visit sage.medaille.edu. To talk to an admissions counselor, call (716) 932-2568. Mail application documents to Medaille College SAGE Admissions, 30 Wilson Road, Williamsville, NY 14221.
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