Business Management

Overview

careers

  • Retail

  • Banking

  • Insurance

  • Office Manager

  • Inventory Control

  • Human Resources

  • Project Assistant

  • Sales Consultant

  • Account Representative

  • Business Support Specialist

Job Placement Rate ⓘ
0 %
Average Salary ⓘ
$ 0

The Business Management program offers broad training in key business areas that employers want such as sales, advertising, marketing, insurance, investments, and supervisory management. You’ll develop skills in effective decision making, problem solving, organizing and planning.

A wide variety of jobs are available to those with a Business Management degree. You will find employment opportunities in nearly every sector of the economy.

The integration of technology allows students to take some courses face-to-face and some as hybrids (a combination of online and face-to-face). This program is not currently offered as a fully online program.

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Curriculum

Award: AAS Degree

Semesters
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First Semester
ACCT110 > Principles of Accounting I4 credits
BUS101 > Introduction to Business3 credits
BUS122 > E-Commerce3 credits
BUS143 > Document Production3 credits
MATH130 > Business Math3 credits
SSS100 > Student Success1 credit
Total Semester Hours17 credits
Second Semester
ACCT111 > Principles of Accounting II4 credits
BUS120 > Principles of Marketing3 credits
BUS140 > Business Law3 credits
BUS204 > Customer Service3 credits
> Written Communications Elective 3 credits
> General Education Elective3 credits
Total Semester Hours19 credits
Third Semester
BUS170 > Entrepreneurship & Small Bus Mgt3 credits
BUS214 > Principles of Insurance2 credits
BUS216 > Spreadsheet Applications3 credits
BUS238 > Finance3 credits
SPCM101 > Fundamentals of Speech3 credits
> General Education Elective3 credits
Total Semester Hours17 credits
Fourth Semester
ACCT221 > Quickbooks3 credits
BUS210 > Principles of Selling3 credits
BUS217 > Database Applications3 credits
BUS218 > Intro to Human Resource Management3 credits
BUS246 > Digital Marketing3 credits
BUS290 > Business Internship3 credits
Total Semester Hours18 credits

Requirements

COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS

This program allows you to bring your own laptop as long as it meets these minimum specifications:

Processor – Intel Core i Series (i3, i5, i7) or AMD Ryzen
Operating System – Windows 10
Webcam Recommended
Memory – 4 GB or more
Internal Storage – 64 GB or more
Microsoft Office is available at no charge as long as enrolled at Mitchell Tech
NO APPLE/MAC COMPUTERS

Outcomes

At the completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Analyze business scenarios and opportunities and formulate recommendations for courses of action
  • Communicate effectively and professionally in business situations
  • Justify issues in ethical decision-making and social responsibility
  • Analyze financial data to support business decisions
  • Apply current and emerging technologies to business situations
  • Implement marketing and advertising strategies

Mission

The Accounting/Business Management program’s mission is to empower students with the skills needed to succeed in technical careers.

Vision

Mitchell Technical College’s Accounting/Business Management program will be an innovative leader in accounting and business education while preparing students for career success and lifelong learning in an ever-changing world.

Core Values

Continuous Improvement
The Accounting/Business Management program incorporates an evidence-based model of continuous improvement to enable excellence in education.

Innovation
The Accounting/Business Management program integrates state-of-the-art technologies and instructional methods to deliver a high-quality, unique educational experience.

Diversity & Respect
The Accounting/Business Management program seeks and values a diverse population and responds to the unique needs of individuals, recognizing the dignity and worth of all people and fostering a climate of respect among its students and faculty.

Learner-Centered Education
The Accounting/Business Management program develops future business leaders by teaching students with a global perspective on lifelong learning and problem-solving skills.

Community
The Accounting/Business Management program leverages local partnerships, mentors, an advisory board and regional businesses to expose students to real-world experiences and industry expectations.

Annual Program Review

Check out the 2023-24 Annual Program Review for information on how faculty ensure the quality and effectiveness of the program.

Accreditation

The Mitchell Technical College business management program, offered for the AAS degree, is a candidate for accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs. 

ACBSP Standard 7 requires that the business unit have a systematic process to identify and track key student performance measures for the purpose of of continuous improvement. 

Program graduates  
YearAccounting                 Business Management
202246
2021611
202067
Job placement rate for Accounting/Business Management program graduates*
Year                            % of Grads Employed in Related Field  
202275%  
202169%  
202069%  
Retention rate for Accounting/Business Management program**
  Number enrolled in previous yearNumber graduated or still enrolledRetention Rate 
2022  413483%
2021382874%
2020373081%

*Calculated as percentage of Accounting and Business Management graduates in the job market who are employed in a job related to their training six months after graduation

** Retention rate is calculated from fall to fall. The rate is the number of students in the previous fall enrollment who either graduate or are still enrolled in the following fall semester.

Faculty

Program Director / Instructor

Cost

Program Tuition & Fees ⓘ
$ 4000

Other Required Costs

Books / Tools (estimated)$837

Scholarships

$500

1 AVAIL.

Rod Bowar Memorial Scholarship

Kennebec Telephone Company

Rod owned Kennebec Telephone Company, providers of telephone, cable TV and internet service to Kennebec, Presho and rural Lyman County. He joined the company in 1977 and purchased it in 1998. Rod was passionate about providing the best opportunities possible for his family and community. He served on many different boards and committees, including serving on the Mitchell Technical College Foundation Board. Two of Rod’s children were Mitchell Tech grads, and his businesses employ multiple Mitchell Tech graduates.
2.5 GPA or greater Programs eligible: WIFI/Broadband Technology, Electrical Construction & Maintenance, any Business related program

$1000

1 AVAIL.

South Dakota Assoc. of Cooperatives Scholarship

The scholarship was established in 2013.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Business Management
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled at MTC in one of the programs mentioned Applicant must complete the MTC scholarship application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship First priority will be given to students with ties to a SDAC member cooperative Essay responses will be a large part of the recipient decision

$1000

4 AVAIL.

Osterhaus Endowed Scholarships

Martin and Maude Osterhaus established this endowed scholarship in 1995 to provide financial support for at least four deserving Mitchell Tech students each year. The scholarships will be awarded in January each year and applied to the recipient’s account the following Fall semester.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Controls/SCADA
Business Management
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Medical Office Professional
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Small Business Management
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must be a currently enrolled first year full-time student in any two year program Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (universal financial aid application form) Applicant must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher Applicant must complete the MTC online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship Applicant must have good leadership skills

$1000

1 AVAIL.

Mitchell Tech Retiree Endowed Scholarship

The scholarship was established by the former faculty and staff of Mitchell Tech.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Controls/SCADA
Business Management
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Geospatial Technologies
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Medical Office Professional
Natural Gas Technology
Office Technology Specialist
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Small Business Management
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must be enrolled full time at MTC. Applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Applicant must complete the MTC Online application during the open application period to be eligible to receive this scholarship.

$1000

2 AVAIL.

Laverne & Nell Tollefson Memorial Scholarship

Charlene Bainbridge

The LaVerne and Nell Tollefson Memorial Scholarship is eligible for any program at Mitchell Technical College. Also the recipient must have a current GPA of 2.5 or higher and be a current student.
Accounting
Administrative Office Specialist
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Engineering Technology
Automation Controls/SCADA
Business Management
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Diesel Power – Light Truck Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Geospatial Technologies
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Medical Office Professional
Natural Gas Technology
On Campus
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Progressive Welding Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Registered Nursing (LPN to RN)
Small Business Management
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must be accepted or currently enrolled as a full-time student in any program at Mitchell Technical College. Applicant must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher Applicant must complete the MTC online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship

$1000

2 AVAIL.

John And Diane Weber “Career Change” Endowed Scholarship

John and Diane Weber Family and Friends

This scholarship was established in 2015 by the daughters of Diane Weber. Diane’s early adult years were spent in the Peace Corp, working at Bell Telephone and teaching German and English after college. The scholarship honors Diane’s desire in 1974 to change her career and her enrollment at Mitchell Tech to become a Clinical Lab Technician. The scholarships will be awarded in January each year and applied to the recipient’s account the following Fall semester.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Controls/SCADA
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Geospatial Technologies
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
• Full-time enrollment in a program at Mitchell Technical College to prepare for a career change. • Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher • Program instructor recommendation. • Veterans pursuing new training as they enter the civilian sector are encouraged to apply. • Complete the MTC online application during open application periods.

Contact Admissions

For information about any of our programs, application, or any of our other student services please contact us:

Admissions Office
Mitchell Technical College
1800 E. Spruce St.
Mitchell, SD 57301

800.684.1969
605.995.3025
fax: 605.995.3067
[email protected]

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