General Business, CTS

Program Description: This program is designed to provide a selection of courses for orientation to business and industry. The student will obtain the basic skills necessary for entry-level positions in the management, marketing, or accounting fields.

Program Accreditation: Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Program Coordinator: Kelly Ortego

Program Instructor(s): Lynette Callahan, Kelly Ortego, Brandy Sevin, and Myron Wright

Special Comments: All business courses in this program of study must be completed with a grade of C or higher. A grade of D or higher is acceptable in general education courses and electives unless the course will be used for transfer or as a prerequisite to another course. Generally, only courses with a grade of C or higher will be considered when transferring courses to Fletcher. However, if a course appears on the Louisiana Board of Regents’ statewide student transfer matrix, the course will follow the guidelines stated above. Computer application courses have a five-year time limit.

Course Grade Requirements: Program requirements must be completed with an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher in order to receive a certificate or associate degree.

Overall Grade Point Average: Program requirements must be completed with an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher in order to receive a certificate or associate degree.

Student Learning Outcomes: Students who successfully complete the Business Administration program with a General Business Concentration will be able to:

1. Comprehend terms and arithmetic/problem solving skills in personal, financial, and managerial accounting
2. Apply economic theories to real world and hypothetical situations.
3. Communicate effectively using oral and written communication within the business environment using technology.
4. Comprehend business management, marketing, and legal principles.

Transfer Agreements: Please contact an advisor for more information regarding transfer agreements.

Fletcher has Transfer Agreements in Business Administration with the following schools:

• Louisiana State University-Alexandria
• University of Holy Cross
• Herzing University
• Purdue Global University

CIP Code: 520101