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Four Key Courses for Business-minded Students

No matter your chosen field of study, most college degree programs allow for flexibility and elective options in filling out your courses. As the saying goes, "America's business is business." That means -- no matter your career choice -- you'll be selling a product, a service, or your own abilities. That's why you need a well-rounded education that includes training in a range of skills that you can bring to the table at any career choice.

Here are some college or trade school classes that can prove indispensable in the workplace:

Writing and Communications
Take a business writing class. Unless you live in a cave, you'll need to communicate with co-workers, suppliers, customers, lenders, governmental or educational entities, and professional organizations. Learn how to write effective letters, email communications, newsletters, memos, and business documents.

Bookkeeping
Knowing how to track accounts, ledgers, invoices, and utilize real-life tax skills can help along every career path. You may need to wrangle budgets, track company sales, or perform other bean-counter tasks for your own job, your department, or as a contractor or entrepreneur. Search Bookkeeping schools

Website Design
If you spend any time at all online, you know how much you rely upon businesses that have their own websites. Whether you're looking for a gardener, dentist, hair dresser, or car mechanic, you often make your decision based on the appearance of their website. It doesn't matter what profession you're in, hobby you enjoy, or social group you're drawn to, you'll want your own website even if it's no more than an extended business card. Search Web design schools.

Marketing
Sell yourself to employers. Sell products or services. Whether you're a massage therapist, screenwriter, or a research scientist, you have a product, service, or concept to sell -- or goal that you simply cannot accomplish alone. Knowing how to distinguish yourself from the competition can make all the difference.

Interested in distance learning? Choose from our preferred online business degree programs.

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  • University of Phoenix

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  • Virginia College

    Set your career in motion at Virginia College Online.

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    Birmingham: 300 River Hills Business Park, Birmingham AL 35242
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  • DeVry University

    Make a difference with a graduate degree from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management.

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    • Master's-Business Administration
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  • Keiser University

    For over 30 years, Keiser University eCampus Online has provided student-centered, quality career education.

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    Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
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  • Everest University Online

    Manage your career and your life while earning your degree online.

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    Santa Ana: , Santa Ana CA
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  • South University Online

    South University offers excellence in education, online convenience, and more than 100 years of tradition.

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    • Business Administration (AS)
    Location:
    Savannah: 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah GA 31406-4805
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  • Post University

    Earn your degree online or on campus and accelerate your life.

    Programs

    • A.S. in Marketing
    • B.S. in Management
    • A.S. in Management
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    Location:
    Waterbury: 800 Country Club Rd., Waterbury CT 06723
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  • Ashford University

    Earn the degree you've always wanted at Ashford University. Be empowered with resources to achieve your goals, including an innovative online classroom and a supportive environment. Ashford University is defining the modern college experience.

    Programs

    • AA/Business
    • BA/Organizational Management - Marketing
    • BA/Health Marketing and Communications
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    Location: Online

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  • Baker College Online

    Earn a Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master's or Doctorate for less at Baker College Online.

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    • Associate of Business Administration - General Business
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    Location:
    Lisle: 550 Warrenville Rd, Suite 101, Lisle IL 60532
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  • Liberty University

    We keep our tuition affordable because it is an integral part of the overall mission for our university.

    Programs

    • AA in Business
    • MA in Management and Leadership
    • MA in HS - Business Management
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    Location:
    Lynchburg: 1971 University Boulevard, Lynchburg VA 24502
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