AAS Accounting Want to start a career in accounting? Prepare yourself and gain additional pathway to further education with our AAS Accounting degree. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Business Lay the foundation for a career in a wide range of fields. Gain essential skills in business and management like communications, sales, marketing, data analysis, accounting, and more. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Criminal Justice Studies Launch a career that makes an impact with our Criminal Justice Studies degree. Gain a strong understanding of the U.S. court systems, law enforcement agencies, and correctional organizations that can be applied to a range of opportunities in criminology, legal work, law enforcement and more. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Digital Marketing Lay the foundation for professional growth. Develop your social media and SEO marketing skills, analyze web data, and learn effective communication strategies. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Early Childhood Education Shape the next generation and prepare for a fulfilling career as a preschool teacher, caregiver, daycare center admin, and more. Graduates are also encouraged to apply for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Health Services Administration As demand for healthcare professionals rise, non-clinical opportunities are growing to support healthcare facilities, clinics, medical offices, and hospitals. Learn about the various aspects of how healthcare facilities are managed and gain a foundation to handle business and administrative duties, managing medical records, administrative coordination, and more. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Hospitality Management – Restaurant & Hotel Services Want to pursue a career in tourism and hospitalist? Develop a strong understanding of the hospitality industry and be prepared to take on roles with hotels, sports venues, travel and tourism, and more. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Human & Social Services Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career. Gain the educational foundation for a future in a variety of roles within the human services field. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Human Resources Specialist HR professionals are needed to carry out many functions in an organization. Develop the fundamentals of HR and business principles to prepare you for today’s modern workplace environment. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Medical Administrative Assistant Looking for a role in healthcare that focuses on the administrative side? Our Medical Administrative Assistant program focuses on the business and administrative sides of the medical field. Graduates are also prepared to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Medical Reimbursement & Coding This degree is designed to meet the standards set by AHIMA and the AAPC and offers a comprehensive curriculum covering Clinical Documentation, Advanced ICD Diagnostic Coding and Management Services. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Networking Technology Gain the skills needed to install, secure, configure, troubleshoot, and administer network systems. Equip yourself with the experience and expertise needed to excel in this dynamic industry. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Office Management Do you take pride in being organized and efficient? A career in office management may be a great fit for you. Further develop your skills and feel confident stepping into your career with our Office Management degree. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Organizational Management The management and communication skills developed through this degree will help you build a solid foundation and greater confidence for leadership opportunities or pursue further education. Next Online Start Date:September 10Next On-Campus Start Date:September 10 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Paralegal Studies Looking to pursue a career in the legal world? Develop the necessary skills to assist lawyers in case preparation, client interaction and conduct research. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
AAS Restaurant and Hotel Management Thinking of a career in hotel and restaurant management? Our associate degree program is designed to help you build a strong foundation in key hospitality management functions that prepare you for future roles with hotels, resorts, restaurants, and more. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 60 Approximate Program Length:Under 2 years Previous Next Online On-Campus
Accounting Assistant Diploma Learn the basics of accounting and build the foundation to continue your education through our associate’s and bachelor accounting programs or pursue career opportunities. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BBA Accounting Are numbers like a second language to you? Pursuing a career in accounting may be the right path for you. Prepare to pursue roles such as staff accountant, internal auditor, financial analyst, budget analyst and more with a BBA degree. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BBA Digital Marketing Our curriculum focuses on the latest techniques and technologies in social media marketing, analytics, content strategy and more to prepare you for today’s business demands. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BBA General Management Prepare yourself for the challenges of management positions through active learning techniques, practical application of research methods, team projects, and presentations. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BBA in Human Resources Build a broad foundation to pursue HR positions and careers in a wide range of organizations. Our BBA Human Resources program that will teach you the skills needed for a career in HR, such as a Benefits Coordinator or Learning & Development Coordinator. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BBA Medical Services Management Want to leverage your business acumen with a career in healthcare that makes an impact? Obtain a strong foundation in key business and administrative functions in different healthcare settings and apply analytical and management skills within the healthcare field. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 121 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BPS Organizational Leadership Develop your leadership competencies with our BPS degree. Gain the vital skills used in managerial positions and become your organizations go-to problem solver, strategist, and planner. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BS Health Services Administration The healthcare industry continues to grow and is creating career opportunities for those seeking a non-clinical role in healthcare. Graduates will understand health-related concepts, as well as a strong foundation on the financial and legal aspects in healthcare, disaster planning and manage-ment, and information sys-tems. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BS Human and Social Services From case management to community outreach, prepare for a career that makes a difference in people’s lives every day. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 120 Approximate Program Length:32-40 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
BS Nursing – RN to BSN and RN to BS The online RN to BSN and RN to BS program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). This program is for registered nurses who are looking to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The program is offered online in all states except New York, providing flexibility for working nurses. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to make the transition to professional nursing in a variety of settings. Next Online Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 122 Approximate Program Length:40 months Previous Next Online
Business Assistant Diploma Understand basic business, marketing, and accounting principles that can be applied to various opportunities in the business field. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Criminal Justice & Security Services Diploma The Criminal Justice & Security Services Diploma provides you with a broad understanding of criminal justice and security, covering the basics of the justice system to advanced topics like juvenile justice. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Digital Marketing Specialist Diploma Develop the basics of social media marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, web analytics and more through our Digital Marketing Specialist program. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Early Childhood Care and Development Diploma Build the foundation for guiding and evaluating the education of young children, as well as the developmental needs of toddlers and infants. Graduates are prepared to pursue career opportunities in early child development settings or continue their education with our Early Childhood Education program. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Health Services Administration Assistant Diploma The Health Services Administration Assistant Diploma is a great way to begin your career in healthcare administration either as a Patient Care Coordinator or a Medical Records and Health Information Technician. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Hospitality Assistant Diploma The Hospitality Assistant Diploma includes coursework in customer service, food and beverage management, housekeeping, and event planning. The program will teach you the core concepts of hotel operations and how to utilize the technology and resources to support industry standards. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Information Technology Assistant Diploma Looking for a start in the IT field? Graduates of the IT Assistant program are prepared for a number of IT opportunities by providing a foundation of knowledge in computer technology, hardware, and operating and information systems. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Legal Office Assistant Diploma The Legal Office Assistant Diploma covers topics such as legal research, writing, contract law, and civil litigation that will prepare you to work as a file or legal records clerk. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Medical Billing & Coding Diploma Designed to help you pursue healthcare positions, such as a medical coder, and to meet industry standards to prepare you to take relevant certification exams such as the Certified Coding Associate. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Medical Office Assistant Diploma Prepare for medical administrative roles in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Our program focuses on the front-office and administrative positions in healthcare and prepares you for roles such as Medical Secretary or Office Assistant. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
Office Administration Assistant Diploma The Office Administrative Assistant Diploma provides essential skills for administrative roles. This program equips you to efficiently handle office operations, utilize various software applications, and provide professional administrative support, preparing you for a variety of positions in diverse business environments. Next Online Start Date:January 14Next On-Campus Start Date:January 14 Total Credit Hours: 36 Approximate Program Length:12 months Previous Next Online On-Campus
What is the Difference Between Earning an Online Degree and a Campus-Based Degree? Other than location, there is no difference between earning an online or campus-based degree. Online courses are similar to face-to-face courses in quality, objectives, credits and learning outcomes. Just as with any other class, you’ll be assigned reading tasks, homework, and other work to complete. You will have weekly discussion assignments just like what happens in a traditional classroom lecture with your instructor and your classmates. An online degree carries exactly the same weight as a traditional on-campus degree.
What Kind of Computer/Internet Access Do I Need? View the basic technical requirements. You should also review any additional requirements that your program area may have.
What Does the Online Classroom Look Like? All online classes are held in a state-of-the-art learning management system (LMS). Within the LMS, you can take quizzes, tests, and surveys, download course related materials, submit assignments electronically, view your grades, participate in weekly class discussions, and communicate with both your instructor and classmates.
How Do I Interact with My Classmates and Instructor? Students interact with their instructor on a regular basis using email and weekly discussions. Students post comments on questions in response to their instructor or to their peers. Students can read and post comments any time during the day the discussion boards are open.
Can I Log Into Class Anytime of Day? Online courses are designed with your busy schedule in mind, providing the flexibility you need to study at the times most convenient to you. You can participate in course discussions at any time, day or night, wherever you have an Internet connection. Most people enter the online classroom multiple times each week to participate in discussions. All of your course activities, assignments, and exams, however, must be completed by their respective due dates.
What is the Time Commitment? Time varies depending on what the assignment is each week. The total time to complete an online course is usually equivalent to that of an on-campus course. You have the extra flexibility to ‘attend class’ whenever you want during the week. More time is likely to be spent when you have papers, projects, or exams. Since the online program is not bound by specific class times, students are responsible for budgeting their time. Online courses follow the same credit hour timeframe as on-campus courses. Each online course lasts 7.5 weeks.
How Do I Submit Course Work and Take Exams? Your assignments are submitted electronically through your online classroom environment — just as you would turn them in to your instructor on campus.
What Are The Attendance Requirements for Taking Online Courses? You are required to log in to your online course to complete at least one academically related activity (ARA) each week. ARA is counted when a student participates in an online course discussion, weekly reflections assignments or quizzes and tests. ARA is a federally mandated policy to track each student’s participation in online classes. Watch this video to learn more about the Bryant & Stratton College Online Attendance Policy.
Will I Still Need to Buy a Textbook? Each course has its own course requirements which may include textbooks. Your admissions representative will help walk you through this process for your first semester.
How Will I Be Graded? Each course will have a syllabus which outlines the assignments, requirements and the grading criteria for the class. Grading takes place in a similar manner to traditional, classroom-based education. The only difference is that most assessment activities are web-based. You often complete assignments and take exams online.
Who is Teaching? Our courses are taught by faculty with a graduate degree or higher and distinctions for their research and expertise in the subjects they teach. They follow the same curricula, standards and accreditation as our courses on campus. Our faculty strive to create an academic environment that helps you build connections between everything you learn in class and what you will actually be doing and experiencing on the job. It’s as close to real-world simulation as you can get. You’ll also be challenged to think in new, creative ways and to reflect upon your performance and articulate your progress – deepening your understanding.
How Many People Are in a Class? This varies depending on the course but on average 15 -25 students which is usually not much different from what you would expect from most traditional classroom settings.
Do Classes Have Specific Start and End Dates? Yes, most online courses operate on a term and semester calendar. To learn more, please see the academic calendar.
How Do I Access The Library? Students are provided access to the same resources as traditional on-campus students. This includes full access to Bryant & Stratton College’s library.
Is Financial Aid Available? Students who are admitted into degree programs may be eligible for financial aid. Please visit Financial Aid for more information.
What Student Services are Available? Through Bryant & Stratton College Online, you have access to all the services a student on-campus receives and expects from an academic institution. Please visit the online experience page for services available.
How Do I Get Help? You’re not alone! We’re in this together. As a new student to the college, you will be introduced to our Academic Success Coaching Center. There are many elements, people and activities here to assist you in being academically and professionally successful. You will notice that we frequently use the word “success” in the Coaching Center, as your success is our success. For your first semester you will be assigned an Academic Coach, who will work closely with you from the time of acceptance into the college through your first semester. In your second semester you will be introduced to your Academic Advisor, who will be with you until you graduate. View the help options below:Blackboard Learn Technical Problems – Help DeskSmarThinking – Located inside your course.
How Long Will It Take Me to Finish My Program? This can vary for each student. There are many factors (transfer credits, course load per semester) that influence how long it will take. Depending on the program, some students are able to complete an associate degree program in 20 months or less, and bachelor programs in 40 months or less. Each term is 7.5 weeks, with two terms in each semester. To find out more, see the academic calendar.
What Happens When It Is Time for Graduation? When you earn a degree online, you earn a Bryant & Stratton College degree, and you are invited to attend the same commencement ceremony as those on campus. The official online graduation ceremony is held in Buffalo, NY. But students are able to attend another ceremony that our campuses put on in your area. Students will receive their diplomas in the mail after commencement.
How Can I Stay Connected After I Graduate? Once you’ve become a Bryant & Stratton College graduate, you become part of a worldwide network of alumni. As a graduate, you will always have access to professional development with our Career Services department. No matter how long it’s been since you graduated, our doors are always open to help with resume preparation, interview questions, and job searches. If you have not yet found an answer to your question here, contact our admissions office.
