Are You Ready to
FINISH YOUR BACHELOR'S DEGREE?
Whether
you want to advance in your current field or launch a new career, College of
Saint Mary can help you achieve your goals.
Start a bachelor's degree or turn your past college credits into a
bachelor's degree in Business Leadership.
- Attend 6 classes per month
(See BLD calendar)
- Enjoy energetic, caring
faculty who challenge you to be your best
- Move ahead at an accelerated
pace
- Stay connected with
classmates and professors electronically
- Graduate from a rigorous and
well-respected program
New Cohort:
Begins Aug.
28, 2009
Graduates
Dec. 14, 2010
Current Cohort:
Began
Sept. 5, 2008
Graduates
Dec. 14, 2009
Mission
Designed
for the working woman who wants to empower herself through education, the
mission of the Business Leadership (BLD) program is to provide an academically
rigorous business education and a supportive community of leadership
practice.
Purpose
The purpose
of the BLD program is to assist women in building on already-acquired
knowledge, experience and self-discipline. We are committed to working in
partnership with other College of Saint Mary entities to ensure that students
attain competencies and confidence necessary to:
1. Explore problem-solving and risk-taking as part of the
learning process
2.
Appreciate diverse characteristics and contributions
3.
Practice critical and creative thinking
4. Refine
practical skills through community outreach and consultation
5.
Achieve personal and professional growth
6. Recognize
their own worth, dignity and leadership potential
7.
Succeed and contribute responsibly in a dynamic global society
Description
The
Business Leadership program is designed as a 68-credit hour degree completion
program for women possessing significant work experience who have the desire
and commitment to complete a college degree in about 15 months. This accelerated and compressed program
provides core business and leadership competencies through a challenging
curriculum, which is designed to thoroughly prepare students for the practical
application of both business and leadership skills to the issues they face in
their careers.
The
Business Leadership program is divided into four, one-semester modules (see
module descriptions). This unique
program blends theory and practical application in a way seldom found in an
undergraduate curriculum. Students work
on research projects with clients who have the opportunity to utilize their
business recommendations.
Each
student in the program becomes part of a cohort group. This group of colleagues, as well as the
faculty in the program and other staff at CSM, provide a supportive environment
for women who may be working, raising a family, caring for elders, and/or
actively involved in the community. The
Business Leadership program is well-respected and taught by members of the
business community and faculty with significant business experience.
It's Fast!
Imagine…
in about 60 weeks, you could complete your bachelor's degree in Business
Leadership or earn a certificate. The
BLD program partners with the Business Administration program and other College
of Saint Mary programs to assist each student in completing a bachelor's degree
that best fits her individual interests (special concentrations are available
in human resource management, international business, accounting, finance,
marketing, or health care management and sales).
It's Convenient!
The
Business Leadership program was designed for the 21st Century woman
who must constantly balance the demands of a busy life with a career, family
and so many other commitments. With
classes held one night per week plus one Friday evening per month - coursework
is organized in a smooth-flowing format.
Each module includes the equivalent of several specific college courses,
which are studied one at a time for maximum focus.
It's Practical!
By the
end of the program, BLD students find that learning and demonstrating
leadership skills become second nature.
Women who once had butterflies when asked to make an oral presentation
have gained confidence and expertise; and those who dreaded designing and
developing a written report have gained tools and skills. Students who entered the program because they
needed academic credentials leave with a well-rounded, high-quality foundation
that qualifies them for a wide variety of positions in business/leadership
settings.
It's Affordable!
The
Business Leadership program is priced competitively (see tuition) and enjoys a
tradition of academic excellence. CSM Admissions
personnel are available to provide information and assistance in applying for
federal and state aid or tuition reimbursement from your company. In addition, several professional organizations,
churches and community groups offer scholarship opportunities; and College of
Saint Mary offers two $1,000 Business Leadership scholarships.
Contact Us:
Jeanna
Burrell, MOL '09
Admissions
Coordinator
College
of Saint Mary
7000
Mercy Road
Omaha, NE
68106
jburrell@csm.edu
CSM
Office: (402) 399-2421
Sue Schlichtemeier-Nutzman,
Ph.D.
Director,
Business Leadership Program
College
of Saint Mary
7000
Mercy Road
Omaha,
NE 68106
sschlichtemeier@csm.edu
CSM
Office: (402) 399-2628
Office
Cell: (402) 416-8599
