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B U S I N E S S<strong>CAREERS</strong> <strong>IN</strong> BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESSACCOUNT<strong>IN</strong>G • BOOKKEEP<strong>IN</strong>G & PAYROLL • BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIONENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIES • HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT • <strong>IN</strong>TERNATIONAL BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESSLEGAL ASSIST<strong>IN</strong>G/PARALEGAL • LEGAL STUDIES • MARKET<strong>IN</strong>G


PROGRAMSBusinessACCOUNT<strong>IN</strong>G<strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online offers various accounting programs to accommodate your specific career goals. Classes are taught by instructors with real-lifeaccounting experience, so you will learn the most relevant and up-to-date information affecting accounting professionals. This is especially important nowthat business scandals such as Enron have led to the creation of a heightened awareness and demand for ethical and reliable accounting practices.AccountingAccountants play a vital role in the world ofbusiness. They are responsible for keepingaccurate public records and ensuring anorganization’s taxes are paid correctly and ontime. Daily duties include analysis & verificationof financial data and communicating findings tomanagement. Accountants who render servicesto individuals are often asked to not only preparetaxes but also act as financial advisors, creatingpersonal budgets, managing investments andhelping clients save for retirement.Professionals can choose from several specialtiesthat stem from four main types of accountants:Public accountants – Public accountantsperform duties related to taxes, audits, financialreporting, fraud investigation, and advising onemployee benefits and asset security. Mostpublic accountants hold the Certified PublicAccountant credential, and a large percentagerun their own accounting firm or work fora public accounting firm that consults forbusinesses.Management accountants – This type ofaccountant records and analyzes financial datafor their employer; they are often part of astrategic planning or new product developmentteam to report on financial information thatexecutives will then use to make importantbusiness decisions. Other responsibilities includecost and asset management, budgeting andfinancial analysis/reporting.Government accountants & auditors – Theseprofessionals work in the public sector and areemployed by the government at the state, federalor local level. Accountants maintain and examinefinancial records for government agencies, andauditors conduct audits on businesses or individualsto make sure they are following regulations andpaying taxes properly.Internal auditors – Internal auditors examine anorganization’s financial records to check for accuracy,fraud, waste, and proper security/ managementof assets. They play a large role in evaluatingthe organization’s compliance with policies andefficiency in their operations. They may also workwith technology managers to review and evaluateinformation systems.Bookkeeping & Payroll AccountingBookkeeping - Bookkeepers record and organizeday-to-day financial transactions and help thebusiness understand what money is being taken in(sales, receipts) and what is going out (purchases,expense reimbursement, bills paid). They may alsoprepare charts and reports for upper management.Payroll accounting – Employers pay out a very largesum of money for employee compensation. Payrollprocessors may keep track of financial logs thatinclude employee bonuses, overtime pay, workerscompensation tracking, maternity pay, tuitionreimbursement, and many other scenarios in whicha company pays out money on an employee’s behalf.They may also be responsible for timecard collectionand attendance tracking.PROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESThe two Bachelor’s programs below include courses on such accounting topics as:• Finance • Non-profit Accounting • Taxation • Managerial Accounting• Auditing • Governmental Accounting • Payroll • Cost AccountingBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> ACCOUNT<strong>IN</strong>GThis degree program incorporates foundation and upper-level business and management courseswith a special concentration in Accounting. Graduates will be prepared for general business andaccounting-related careers. A total of 123 credit hours are required for graduation.DIPLOMA <strong>IN</strong> BOOKKEEP<strong>IN</strong>G AND PAYROLL ACCOUNT<strong>IN</strong>GThis two-semester diploma program provides students with an introductory understanding ofaccounting practices and the skills needed to set up and maintain basic accounting and payrollrecords. Courses include Payroll Accounting, Accounting I & II, Spreadsheets and BusinessMath, and 24 credit hours are required for graduation.IS IT FOR YOU?For those who enjoy working withnumbers and achieving 100% accuracy intheir work, the field of accounting offersvast opportunities. Accountants andbookkeepers must quickly analyze andinterpret data and have strong criticalthinkingand reasoning skills. Professionalsin this field should have at least a basicunderstanding of business and informationsystems and be familiar with standardaccounting software programs. Strongcommunication skills are important, sinceaccountants need to present numericaldata both verbally and in written form toexecutives and clients.“I was able to get in quick,start quick, and take thecourses I wanted, and justget moving with my education.”- Todd Turner,GraduateGET CERTIFIED!Many accounting certifications are available – each specializing in aparticular area – from a number of professional organizations. As agraduate of the Diploma program, you will immediately qualify for anumber of certifications, including ADP Certified Payroll Specialist, CertifiedPublic Bookkeeper and Fundamental Payroll Certification. As a Bachelor’sprogram graduate, you will qualify for certification as Certified PublicBookkeeper and Certified Payroll Professional. With additional studyand work experience, you will be able to pursue the title of CertifiedManagement Accountant (CMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), orAccredited Business Accountant (ABA), among others.<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


PROGRAMSBUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIONTo build a successful career in the business world, professionals should possess a wide range ofskills. To prepare our students, <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> incorporates the basic How To’s of Businessinto every Business Administration degree:■ How to set goals and check points in order to measure success and profitability■ How to read and evaluate financial and accounting data■ How to market and sell the product■ How to utilize technology within the business■ How to work within federal regulations and protect the business from law suits■ How to communicate effectively to colleagues and clients■ How to work within a teamFor those interested in climbing the corporate ladder or launching their own business, theadditional element of management is critical. <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online offers several differentoptions for those looking to further their education in Business and Business Management. Eachprogram incorporates the core courses required for successful entry into this field and addsadditional courses as required by the level of education the student pursues.BusinessPROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESThe following classes are required for completion of any of the four concentrations:Accounting I & II, Business Principles and Management, Business Law, and Principlesof Microeconomics.These courses are also required for completion of the Bachelor’s degree programs:Finance, Managerial Accounting, Human Resource Management, andOrganizational Behavior.BACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIONWITH A CONCENTRATION <strong>IN</strong> BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS MANAGEMENTGraduates of this 123-credit program will understand how a business functions, how toevaluate and maintain the productivity of a business, and how to manage and motivatethe people who work in that organization.Required courses in the Business Management concentration:• Human Resource Management• Strategic Management• International BusinessBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIONWITH NO DECLARED M<strong>IN</strong>OR OR CONCENTRATIONThis 123-credit program is specifically designed for those students with a large accumulationof prior college credits who would like to graduate with a degree in business. It builds uponthe classes transferred in by the student with foundation and upper-level business courses toensure the student possesses a solid understanding of business.ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS ADM<strong>IN</strong>ISTRATIONThis program prepares graduates for entry-level positions in virtually any business-relatedposition in any sector. Students learn the fundamentals of how business is conducted and thedifferent areas that are required to maintain a successful business. A minimum of62 credit hours is required for graduation.Required courses for the Associate:• AccountingElective courses:• Marketing on the Internet• Public RelationsProgram content subject to change.“The professors bring real-life examples and real-lifescenarios to the classes and to our conversations.They help us prepare for situations that wecould possibly go through in the future.”– Lynol GauffBusiness Administration GradCAREER PATHS<strong>Herzing</strong> Online’s Bachelor‘s in BusinessAdministration graduates recentlytook positions with titles such as:Business Analyst, Auditor, Accountant,Director, Restaurant Manager, Paralegal,Department Supervisor, AccountRepresentative, Medical Office Manager,and Business Owner. A sample ofcompanies Business Administrationgraduates are employed at include:Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Target, Coca-Cola Enterprises, AutoTrader.com,Terminex International, Covance, SolvayPharmaceuticals, WyoTech, ProHealthCare, Inc. and John Deere.<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


PROGRAMSBusinessENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIESBeing your own boss can be extremely rewarding, but there’s a reason whymany new businesses never celebrate their 1 year anniversary.Statistics show that about a fifth of new businesses fail in each of the first 4 years.*The <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurial Studies can help you steerclear of common pitfalls and set you up for years of successful growth and profitability.Owning a company combines all the different aspects of business: marketing, accounting,employee management, human resources, marketing, business law and production arejust the tip of the entrepreneurial iceberg. To make sure your new company doesn’tsink, you’ll have to know enough about each of these areas to either take on the dutiesyourself, or know how to evaluate and hire others to do them for you.IS IT FOR YOU?Entrepreneurs invest a lot of time, money, energy and emotion into their business.Because of this, they must have a strong passion for their product or service and neverlose sight of their ultimate goal. They must also be able to ride the ups and downs thatwill inevitably occur.A degree in Entrepreneurial Studies might be a good fit for you if you:■ Wish to open your own business■ Look to run or grow an existing small company■ Seek a solid foundation in all areas of businessIn addition, you should have or be willing to develop the following skills:■ Work comfortably on a computer■ Network professionally in order to promote your business■ Understand basic accounting and finance■ Enjoy working with peopleIf you are concerned about any of these skills, the Entrepreneurial Studies degree willhelp you identify if you should consider taking on a partner who can take over the areasyou are less passionate about.SALARIES: $0 – ???Careers for graduates of the Entrepreneurial Studies degree vary greatly. Understandingthe business aspect is just one part of running a business – the entrepreneur must alsohave a product or service that he or she believes in. While some students in this programalready have work experience and wish to begin working for themselves, others choosethis degree to learn how to get their skill or great invention into the public eye.Regardless of your product or service, your business will only be what you make it.Without proper planning, preparation and management of your business, it’s possibleto go from ‘the sky’s the limit’ to ‘the sky is falling’ in a very short time period. Thosestarting a business must be able to accept the high risk/high reward environment ofentrepreneurship.Opportunities for starting a new business are everywhere, and more and more peopleare becoming their own boss. Whether you have the perfect new product or are ready toprovide a service as a consultant, the <strong>Herzing</strong> Entrepreneurial Studies degree will prepareyou for taking those crucial first steps as well as maintaining and growing your business.Even if you decide not to venture out on your own, the Entrepreneurial Studiesdegree will give you a solid foundation to begin a career in a variety of businessareas. These include:• Marketing • Accounting • Management• Advertising • Sales • Human ResourcesPOTENTIAL JOB TITLES:■ Venture Capitalist■ E-business Consultant■ Small Business Owner■ Franchise OwnerPROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong>ENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIESEntrepreneurial Studies graduates will receivethe instruction and skills development to starta small business or expand an existing one. Thisincludes creating comprehensive business andmarketing plans, leadership of employees, andmanagement of finances.A minimum of 124 semester credit hoursis required for graduation: 75 hours ofbusiness courses, 37 hours of generaleducation courses, 9 hours of electives, and2 hours of personal development courses.A few of the courses required forprogram completion:■ Entrepreneurship■ Product Development and Innovation■ Small Business Development andPlanning■ The Art of Negotiation■ Advertising and Public Relations■ Accounting■ Finance■ Business Law■ Principles of Marketing■ Organizational Behavior and HumanRelations■ Principles of Microeconomics■ Database Applications* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


PROGRAMSBusinessHUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENTHuman Resources Management is a dynamic career field that hasevolved from a more behind-the-scenes position to working with companyexecutives on strategic planning for maximizing employee performance,satisfaction and retention. This includes areas such as attracting the mostqualified candidates, matching employees to jobs that best utilize theirstrengths, designing and maintaining employee compensation and benefitspackages, creating/adhering to grievance procedures, and ensuringapplicable labor laws are implemented properly.There are many different specializations in the human resources realm,including staff training and development, labor relations, employeecompensation and benefits, and recruiting. In smaller companies, a HumanResources Generalist or Manager may be responsible for handling mostof the company’s HR functions. In larger companies, departments ofspecialists handle each individual area and are managed by a departmentmanager who reports to the Director of Human Resources.Employment, recruitment and placement – Professionals in thisoccupation are responsible for following federal regulations and internalpolicies when employees are hired and terminated. If the company has a veryactive recruitment initiative, a recruiter will travel often and maintain contactswith organizations that have desirable employees available for work (such as highschools, colleges and workforce development centers).Compensation, benefits and job analysis – Specialists in this area of humanresources may be in charge of determining the pay scale of occupations withinthe company, job descriptions, and/or the company’s benefits packages offeredto employees. Workers in this group may also take an employee assistance role,offering advice and counseling to employees facing difficult personal or professionalsituations. As health care costs escalate, benefits specialists are often asked toshop different insurance companies in order to provide the best rate and packageto employees. They may also be asked to find other benefits (such as additionalretirement savings plans, tuition reimbursement or wellness programs) that can beadded to the package to help attract top talent and keep employees satisfied whilepaying the higher health care costs.Training and staff development – In order to maintain an efficient workforce,an organization must commit to training newly hired employees and developingstaff. Most workers wish to become more efficient and effective in their currentoccupation and grow into upper-level positions, so staff training helps to buildemployee morale and loyalty as well as position a company for growth andprofitability. The duties of a trainer can vary greatly depending on the organization;some trainers may need to develop online training programs and assessments/evaluations, some may teach classroom-style sessions, and others might simulate atypical day running a factory machine.Employee relations – This specialist oversees industrial labor relations, union contractnegotiations, and grievance procedures. Labor relations specialists must be veryknowledgeable of federal labor laws and in-house labor relations policies. In addition,they may play the role of mediator or arbitrator during labor relations disputes.Human Resources-related employment will grow at a muchfaster-than-average rate of 22% through 2018.U.S. Department of Labor - Bureau of Labor StatisticsNew graduates with a Bachelor’s degree focusingon Human Resources received starting offersaround $45,170 annually.2009 National Association of Colleges & EmployersPROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong>HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT*A minimum of 123 semester credit hours is requiredfor graduation: 75 hours of required courses, 37 hoursof general education courses, 9 hours of electives, and2 hours of personal development courses.A few of the courses required for program completion:■ Organizational Change■ Intro to Human Resources Management■ Human Resources Information Systems■ Employment Law / Labor Relations■ Compensation and Benefits■ Training and Development■ Risk Management■ Strategic Staffing■ Accounting■ Finance■ Business Law■ Organizational Behavior and Human Relations*Program content subject to change.Check with your local campus for any updates.GET CERTIFIED!As the need for specialized human resources professionals increases,employers seeking upper-level candidates prefer those who havea formal education with a human resources concentration andcertification. Some of the more prominent certifications include:• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBP)• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP)• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional inHuman Resources (SPHR)<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


PROGRAMSBusiness<strong>IN</strong>TERNATIONAL BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESSInternational sales of products has become the norm, and becauseof it, more partnerships and satellite offices are being createdoverseas than ever before.When it comes to business, our world is shrinking. With the world-wide adoption of the Internet,boundaries that used to contain business growth have been shattered, and opportunities nowseem endless. The demand for professionals specializing in international business is higher thanever, and as more companies adopt the mantra of ‘go global,’ demand will continue to grow.International Business combines two equally important aspects: the understanding of people,cultures, and how those cultures interact with others; and the principles, componentsand motivations of a business. To be properly prepared for a career of this specialization,professionals must have instruction in:■ Marketing and advertising principles, and howto apply them to different cultures■ Interpersonal communications, both direct(spoken and written) and indirect (subconscious)■ Recognizing potential barriers to operating withina foreign market and methods to overcome them<strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> offers several different options for those looking to furthertheir education in the field of international business.IS IT FOR YOU?If you love to travel and meet new people, this career offers plenty of it.A career in International Business may be a good choice if you:n Are interested in businessn Enjoy traveln Can be away from home often or for extended periods of timen Like learning about people and culturesn Have very strong communication skillsn Are open-minded and not judgmental of people’s beliefs■ International finance and banking■ International business laws■ Importing and exporting goods■ Identifying different businessmodels around the globe■ Core components of a businessPROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong><strong>IN</strong>TERNATIONAL BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESSA minimum of 123 semester credithours is required for graduation: 72hours of required courses, 37 hours ofgeneral education courses, 12 hoursof electives, and 2 hours of personaldevelopment courses.A few of the required courses:■ International Business■ International Marketing■ International Banking & Finance■ Finance■ Business Law■ Principles of Marketing■ Organizational Behavior andHuman Relations<strong>CAREERS</strong>Foreign Service Officer/DiplomatThis group of workers is employed by the U.S.government to live abroad and help protectthe interests and the citizens of the U.S.,promoting peace and cooperation with theircountry of residence. Entry into this field iscompetitive, and those interested must passthe Foreign Service Officer Test and agree tolive anywhere in the world. According to theU.S. Department of Affairs , there are fivedifferent career tracks for diplomats:Management Officers - run U.S. embassiesand make diplomacy workConsular Officers - protect Americans abroadand strengthen U.S. border securityEconomic Officers - promote U.S. economicand trade interests abroadPolitical Officers - interpret events andsituations related to U.S. interestsPublic Diplomacy Officers - broadenunderstanding of American values and policiesInternational Account RepresentativeThis position is responsible for cultivatingand maintaining relationships with overseasclients. Compensation may include salesbonuses and is usually higher than other salespositions because of the extensive traveltypically required.International Marketing/Sales AnalystThis position conducts market researchto determine which areas overseas mightprovide good opportunity for the sale of acompany’s product or service. Once theyare identified, the analysts will do additionalresearch to find out how to sell that productsuccessfully in the new market.International Mergers &Acquisitions SpecialistWhen a company is looking to partner withor purchase an existing company abroad, themergers and acquisitions specialist will seekout potential businesses and markets thatwould be conducive to the company’s goals.This includes identifying the bestgeographic, cultural, and political location forthe company to expand and researching theprospective businesses’ financials, internalculture and reputation.International Product ManagerWhereas international account reps focuson client relationships, product managersconcentrate more on the product and productdevelopment. They take ownership of aspecific product or product line and typicallyhelp to design, enhance, market, sell, and getcustomer feedback about the product.Import/Export AgentAlso referred to as Brokers, this career bridgesthe gap between the producer and retailer(s)of that product. Import/export agents workwith a manufacturer from one country to buya product wholesale, often receiving a volumediscount for buying a large quantity. Theythen resell it to companies in another country.Whichever country, culture, or area of businessis most interesting to you, there’s acareer for you in International Business.<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


PROGRAMSLEGAL STUDIESThe <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online Legal Studies degree programs introducestudents to various aspects of the law and how it is practiced in the UnitedStates. Law topics include civil litigation, wills and estate, bankruptcy,environmental, property, intellectual property, family and tort, legal research,legal writing and business law.WHAT IS LEGAL ASSIST<strong>IN</strong>G/PARALEGAL?Legal assisting and paralegal are actually the same profession; somegeographical areas prefer one title over the other. In either case, the field isseeing rapid growth as employers continue to cut operating costs by shiftingduties away from lawyers to qualified legal assistants.The duties of a paralegal/legal assistant include assisting the lawyer withresearch, brief preparation, and other legal office administration, but do notinclude practicing law, advising clients, or setting fees since paralegals maynot provide legal services directly to the public except as permitted by law.Other duties include: preparing legal arguments, pleas or court motions;obtaining affidavits; assisting lawyers during trials; interviewing participatingparties; investigating relevant laws; and assisting with contract creation,negotiations and closings. In addition, legal assistants may help the lawyerprepare tax returns, establish wills and trust funds, and file separation anddivorce documents.PROGRAM OUTL<strong>IN</strong>ESASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> LEGAL ASSIST<strong>IN</strong>G/PARALEGAL*This program prepares students for paralegal or legal assistant roles. Inaddition to learning about different types of law, students are also taughthow to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.A minimum of 63 semester credit hours is required for graduation: 28 hoursof required courses, 21 hours of general education courses, 12 hours ofelectives, and 2 hours of personal development courses. Students must alsodemonstrate a keyboarding speed of at least 40 words per minute by theend of their program.A few of the classes required for completion of the Associate degree:• Business Law • Intro to Legal Assisting• Legal Research • Family and Tort Law• Legal Writing • Law Office ProceduresBACHELOR OF SCIENCE <strong>IN</strong> LEGAL STUDIES*This program is for those wanting a more advanced understanding of lawthan the Associate degree provides. It also incorporates core businesscourses to provide a solid background in business administration.Graduates will be prepared for careers in legal administration, business andmanagement training positions; this degree is also ideal for those wishingto continue on to law school.A minimum of 123 semester credit hours is required for graduation: 52hours of required courses, 33 hours of general education courses, 39 hoursof transfer/electives, and 2 hours of personal development courses.A few of the classes required for completion of the Bachelor degree:• Organizational Behavior and • Advanced Legal ResearchHuman Relations• Legal Office AdministrationElectives include:• Family & Tort Law• Wills, Estates & Bankruptcy• Legal Writing• Civil Litigation• Law Office Procedures• Criminal Law*Note: The Associate of Science in Legal Assisting/Paralegal and the Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies areapproved by the American Bar Association at only the New Orleans Campus location of <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong>.BusinessCAREER PATHSAll paralegals assist lawyers with the creation of legaldocuments and conduct research on laws, court cases andcontracts, but some duties vary depending on the employer.Those with little or no prior experience will typically performroutine tasks, taking on more varied tasks after gaining theappropriate experience.Public sector paralegals - Those employed at the communitylevel of government agencies may assist with projects thathelp people who otherwise could not afford legal services.If working in litigation, the paralegal may assist with filemaintenance, policy research, the preparation of explanatorydocuments about regulations and policy relating to thatagency, and compiling data for agency hearings.Private sector paralegals - Legal assistants working for lawfirms or corporations often assist on employee benefits plans,shareholder agreements, financial reporting, and governmentlabor regulations.Freelance paralegals - In some states, paralegals are able tofreelance for lawyers, law firms or legal departments. Theymay work in a specialty area of the law or provide generalassistance on exceptionally large or short-deadline projects.Paralegal & Legal Assistant employment will grow at themuch faster-than-average rate of 28% through 2018.U.S. Department of Labor - Bureau of Labor StatisticsGET CERTIFIED!Graduates of the <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online LegalStudies degree programs will have met the educationalrequirement for the following certification opportunities:• Certified Legal Assistant (CLA)• Certified Paralegal (CP)• American Alliance Certified Paralegal (AACP)• Professional Paralegal (PP)• PACE Registered Paralegal (RP)<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


BusinessHopefully this guide has given you a better idea of what careers are available in business.The next step: decide which one is best for you, and then go for it!NOT SURE YET WHICHCAREER PATH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?Our Admissions Advisors can provide you with more detailed information on thepositions described in this booklet. Your Advisor can also offer career counseling to helpdetermine which avenue will help you reach your professional goals and provide thegreatest job satisfaction.CHOOS<strong>IN</strong>G THE RIGHT SCHOOLOnce you have a career in mind, choose a school that will prepare you for success!Things you’ll want to consider:■ Course schedule – is it flexibleenough to work with your otherresponsibilities?■ Curriculum – will the courseinstruction adequately prepare youfor entering the field at graduation?■ Student support – will you haveeasy access to your instructors? Willyou receive help when you havequestions?■ Career services – how will theschool help you land that first job?What percent of new graduates findwork in their field?■ Accreditation – is the schoolproperly accredited so yourdegree or diploma will havemeaning to employers?The school you select willaffect your future, so besure to take your time, askquestions, and choose theschool that will help you standout to prospective employers.<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n 1-866-508-0748 n admissions@onl.herzing.edu


ABOUTHERZ<strong>IN</strong>G UNIVERSITY was founded by Henry and Suzanne <strong>Herzing</strong> in 1965 and has since grownto include campuses in eight U.S. states plus the Online Campus, which is headquartered with the<strong>Herzing</strong> Administrative Offices in Milwaukee, Wis. With undergraduate and graduate programs inTechnology, Business, Health Care, Design, and Public Safety, <strong>Herzing</strong>’s career-focused educationalprograms are designed to give students real-world skills and knowledge so they are ready to beginworking in their field of study immediately upon graduation.FLEXIBILITY & CONVENIENCE OF ONL<strong>IN</strong>EThe <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online course structure allows you to attend class on your schedule – noneed to put your life on hold to finish your degree! We never require you to be online at a specifictime, giving you the ultimate flexibility in managing your home, work and academic life. You canlog in from any place that has a computer and internet access, so your classroom can be your livingroom, office or neighborhood park.Students typically take about two classes at a time and spend 8-10 hours per class on school workeach week; this includes reading from textbooks, posting to the discussion boards, and completingany written assignments or tests. Students should plan on logging into the virtual classroom at leastfour times per week for an online weekly total of approximately three hours.THE VERY BEST <strong>IN</strong> STUDENT SUPPORTAs a <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online student, you’ll receive one-on-one support from a team of <strong>Herzing</strong>staff members ready to help you reach your educational and career goals.■ Your Admissions Advisor, Student Services Advisor and Financial Aid Advisor are ready to helpyou get started and create a plan for success■ In class, all <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> Online instructors are available by internal message and phonewhen you need extra help and can provide tutoring via a real-time, interactive interface■ Technical support is available 24/7, so no matter what time you are able to log into class,someone is there to help if you need it■ Career Services will coach you through updating your résumé, interviewing techniques andfinding your first job (or negotiating a promotion)GET STARTED ON YOUR BUS<strong>IN</strong>ESS CAREERWITH HERZ<strong>IN</strong>G UNIVERSITY ONL<strong>IN</strong>EThe primary focus of <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> is the success of our students, and that meanspreparing them for employment or promotion in their field upon graduation. Our CareerServices department has established relationships with employers across the United States,and we will coach you on résumé writing, interviewing, and negotiation techniques that willhelp you wow your potential or current employer.GRADUATE DEGREESMaster of Business Administration • MBA - Technology ManagementMBA - Health Care Management • MBA - Business ManagementStudents enrolled in a <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> bachelor’s degree program who are interested in pursuinga master’s degree have three ways to save time and money with the <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> online MBA!1. Dual enrollment – This program allows current bachelor’s degree students the opportunity toexchange two business (BU) or open elective courses for two MBA courses during their senior year.2. Course exemption – Those students enrolled in a <strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> business ormanagement-oriented bachelor’s degree program may exempt the MBA prerequisitecourse, MBA 500 Business Fundamentals.3. <strong>Herzing</strong> bachelor’s degree students and alumni receive a 15% tuition discount on theirmaster’s degree courses!CALL AN ADMISSIONS ADVISOR TOLL-FREE AT1-866-508-0748 ext. 832TO LEARN MORE!www.<strong>Herzing</strong>Online.edu n admissions@onl.herzing.eduHERZ<strong>IN</strong>G UNIVERSITYCAMPUSLOCATIONSONL<strong>IN</strong>E CAMPUSAdministrative Offices525 North 6th StreetMilwaukee, WI 53203866.508.0748 toll freeadmissions@onl.herzing.eduATLANTA CAMPUS3393 Peachtree Rd. NEAtlanta, GA 30326404.816.4533 phone800.573.4533 toll freeinfo@atl.herzing.eduBIRM<strong>IN</strong>GHAM CAMPUS280 West Valley AvenueBirmingham, AL 35209205.916.2800 phone800.425.9432 toll freeinfo@bhm.herzing.eduBROOKFIELD CAMPUS555 South Executive DriveBrookfield, WI 53005262.649.1710 phone877.312.1225 toll freeinfo@brk.herzing.eduKENOSHA CAMPUS4006 Washington RoadKenosha, WI 53144262.671.0675 phone866.724.9144 toll freeinfo@ken.herzing.eduMADISON CAMPUS5218 East Terrace DriveMadison, WI 53718608.249.6611 phone800.582.1227 toll freeinfo@msn.herzing.eduM<strong>IN</strong>NEAPOLIS CAMPUS5700 West BroadwayCrystal, MN 55428763.535.3000 phone800.878.3729 toll freeinfo@mpls.herzing.eduNEW ORLEANS CAMPUS2500 Williams Blvd.Kenner, LA 70062504.733.0074 phoneinfo@nor.herzing.eduORLANDO CAMPUS1595 South Semoran Blvd.Winter Park, FL 32792407.478.0500 phone800.492.1664 toll freeinfo@orl.herzing.eduTOLEDO CAMPUS5212 Hill AvenueToledo, OH 43605419.776.0300 phone877.685.1455 toll freeinfo@tol.herzing.edu<strong>Herzing</strong> <strong>University</strong> is accredited by the HigherLearning Commission and is a member ofthe North Central Association. The HigherLearning Commission can be contacted atwww.ncahlc.org or 800.621.7440.

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