The Career
Careers in the field of business, management and technology (BMT) take a variety of forms. These professionals perform managerial duties in a business environment. They analyze organizational needs and provide technology-supported management and operations solutions.
Employment Opportunities
Possible career paths include:
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Information Systems Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Operations and Production Management
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Management
Professional Traits
Those pursuing a BMT career should:
- Be proficient with computer software, systems and information management
- Have good oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrate organizational and critical thinking skills, management ability, initiative and the ability to analyze data
- Be adaptable and versatile
The Program
ECC’s Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business, Management and Technology includes both general education and program-specific coursework. Experienced faculty instruct students in supply management and process improvement technology. Students gain an understanding of database essentials, programming concepts, data structures and tools for project control and process management. Near the end of the BMT program, students choose one of three areas of specialization: finance, enterprise resource planning or management.
Admissions Requirements
To enter the program, students must have completed:
- High school diploma or the equivalent (documentation must be sent to the registration office)
- Application for admission
- A placement test as specified by the college (please note: some coursework requires minimum placement results)
Program Prerequisites and Corerequisites
In addition, students need to demonstrate proficiency in reading and mathematics prior to embarking on this course of study. Skills are determined by ECC’s assessment scores or by taking the recommended/mandatory prerequisite classes. Students must also have basic to intermediate keyboarding skills, and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Transfer Options
The AAS degree is designed for students seeking employment immediately upon graduation. However, many of the credits, particularly the general education electives received with this degree, may qualify as transfer credit by four-year schools. Please note that these decisions are made solely by the bachelor degree-granting institution, not ECC. Students seeking to transfer are advised to contact the institution of their choice before beginning a program or reviewing other degrees and coursework offered through the college.
Accreditation
East Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
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Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504
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