INFORMATION SESSIONS:
Stay tuned for more information on upcoming information sessions for the Salem College Business Administration degree program.
Upcoming Information Sessions:
Spring 2012 Classes
Spring Semester Session Runs from January 30-May 15
Tuesday Evening Classes
SIGN 130: Transitions-5:15-7:15 p.m.
FINC 101: Personal Finance-7:15-9:15 p.m.
Wednesday Evening Class
MKTG 231: Marketing Research Methods-5:15-7:15 p.m.
Thursday Evening Classes
ENTR 320: Entrepreneurship and Business Plans-5:15-7:15 p.m.
SIGN 350: Senior Interdisciplinary Seminar-7:15-9:15 p.m.
Spring Break Dates: March 6-9
Class Locations: CTC 113
Course Descriptions
SIGN 350: This interdisciplinary course offers an integrative learning experience in which seniors assume an active role in exploring a critical question from multiple perspectives, developing a creative response to that question and communicating that response effectively.
SIGN 130: This course offers Fleer Center students an interdisciplinary introduction to the liberal arts and enhances the critical thinking and communication skills necessary for academic success. Students participate in collaborative creative projects in small seminars that investigate issues related to the changing global scene and its relevance to women. The course encourages students to view issues from the perspectives of other cultures, to explore the interdependence of world
populations and the relationship between humans and their environment, and to examine the dynamics of interacting with people from different cultures and socio-economic groups. Students may select from a variety of course topics. A writing-intensive course. Enrollment limited to newly-enrolled students in the Martha H. Fleer Center for Adult Education or to Fleer Center students receiving special permission from the Director of the Salem Signature.
MKTG 231: An in-depth study of the marketing research process. Attention is given to the scope of marketing research, the research process, research designs, measurement concepts, sampling including basic statistical concepts, data analysis and interpretation and the use of marketing research. Students will do a marketing research problem, using SPSS for statistical analysis. Prerequisites: MKTG 230 and BUAD 240; or permission from the instructor.
ENTR 320: An in-depth study of the elements that serve as a catalyst to being a successful entrepreneur. These include a knowledge of the preparation and analysis of financial statements, sources of venture ideas, conducting market research, addressing the human side of being an entrepreneur and finally the development of a realistic business plan that could be submitted to a venture capitalist or for bank financing. Prerequisites: ENTR 120 and 310; ECON 100 or 120; ACCT 120 or departmental assessment of proficiency in foundations of accounting; MKTG 230; and BUAD 201; or permission of the instructor.
FINC 101: This course is designed to bring students who have little knowledge of personal finance to the point at which they are knowledgeable consumers in the areas of money management, credit management, tax planning, investment management, housing, insurance planning, retirement and estate planning.
TEXTBOOK INFORMATION:
FINC 101: Kapoor, Jack, Dlabay, Les, and Robert J. Hughes. Personal Finance. 10th edition, McGraw Hill, 2011. 9780077503949
ENTR 320: Scarborough, Norman M. Essentials of Entrepreneurship. 6th edition. Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2010. 9780137065622
MKTG 231: Churchill, Gilbert A., Brown, Tom J. and Tracy A. Suter. Basic Marketing Research. 7th ed. Southwestern College Publishing, 2009. 9781439041390
SIGN 130: Fiorina, Carly. Tough Choices: A Memoir. Penguin/Portfolio Trade, 2007. 9781591841814
SIGN 350: Textbook Information Pending
Salem College - Business Administration
Need better job prospects or more job security? Are you looking for personal achievement?
Then join our Business and Economics classes offered by Salem College at The University Center of Randolph County.
Affordable and convenient, these classes will get you started on a four-year business degree track or enhance your existing coursework. Plus, you get the benefit of excellent faculty and Salem College's 240 years of experience in education.
Both male and female students are eligible to enroll in Salem College's BSBA program on Randolph Community College's campus. Ages 18 and up are admitted, as Salem College's 23+ age requirement for adult education does not apply to this unique program.
You will receive a strong pre-professional preparation and a firm foundation in the liberal arts. Interdisciplinary in nature, the business major includes courses in economics, business law, management, finance, ethics and accounting, among others, with a concentration in marketing and finance.
Enhance your career by adding to your education. It's a great time to invest in yourself!
The Salem College bachelor's degree in Business Administration is a 4-year degree offered on Randolph Community College's campus through Salem College. The program began in the fall of 2008 as part of Randolph Community College's University Center of Randolph County. The general education courses are offered through Randolph Community College while Salem College offers the major courses and grants the bachelor's degree.
Students must complete a total of 36 courses in order to obtain the degree, A maximum of 18 courses can be transferred into the program from a North Carolina Community College. An additional 8 courses can be transferred from a 4-year institution. Students must take 10 courses from Salem College of which 7 must be in the major. The 18 transferable courses can come from other colleges or can be taken at Randolph Community College. The RCC classes are taught day, evening or online at RCC tuition rates.
Salem College's classes are held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings on Randolph Community College's Asheboro Campus. Five classes will be offered in Fall 2011, two on Tuesday, one on Wednesday, and two on Thursday evenings.
If you are interested in pursuing the bachelor's in Business Administration degree through Salem College, be sure to follow the application process through Salem which is found using this link http://www.salem.edu/fleer-center/apply.
You may enroll in the RCC general education classes while you are taking the Salem College classes. You will not receive your 4-year degree until you have completed both the RCC and Salem College requirements.
TALK WITH US!!
If you want your four-year degree, please talk with us before you conclude that "now is not the time."
NEW STUDENTS: If you are just beginning your college career, we will provide you with an academic plan that covers your first and second year courses at RCC and your third and fourth year courses through Salem College. You will be able to estimate the total investment of time and money necessary to realize your dream.
Most adult Salem graduates tell us they wish they had pursued their degree much earlier. Do not fall into the twin traps of misperception and misinformation. Let us help you avoid missed opportunities--talk with us.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: If you are continuing your pursuit of your degree, we will provide you with a personalized academic plan that will give you the maximum allowable credit for your prior work. You will be able to estimate the remaining investment of time and money necessary to complete your academic goals.
The documents below provide further information about the program and courses required to complete the degree.
See Clark Adams (Salem College Liaison) at Randolph Community College for more information or contact Ed Hartgrove of Salem College through the contact information below.
APPLY NOW TO Salem College. Here you will find an application form by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top right corner of the page under Fleer Center. You can print a hard copy of the application or complete it online.
Salem College Frequently Asked Questions
The document above provides answers to common questions that many have about the Salem College program.
Salem College Financial Aid Information
Salem College Student Checklist for Financial Aid
The document above provides information on how to apply for Financial Aid through Salem College.
The document above explains how course credit is transferred to Salem College.
Salem College BSBA Requirements
The document above explains Salem College's requrements for the BSBA degree. (Go to Page 58-59 for the general education requirements for the BSBA degree.)
Pages 113 and 114 have the major requirements for the Business Major.)
Randolph Community College Course Plan
RCC Course Plan - First 2 Years
The document above lists the courses that students should take at RCC to transfer into the Salem program. A number of these are General Education courses that Salem College requires for the degree and others are courses that are prerequisities for the upper level Salem College Business courses. If a student completes all of these courses with a C or better, he or she is eligible to obtain an Associate Degree in General Education. In order to enroll in RCC courses, a student must complete the application process as an RCC student, declare Salem College-Business Administration as the major, submit high school and college transcripts, and take placement tests. Please refer to http://www.randolph.edu/admissions/apply_now.php for RCC application information. If a student takes a semester off from RCC classes, he or she must repeat the application process.
Salem College Courses
This document is the latest version of the Business and Economics 4-year cycle at Salem College. Salem College courses offered at RCC are shown at the bottom of the sheet. The latest version of the Business and Economics 4 Year Course Cycle is October 6, 2011. You should always confirm that you are using the most recent 4 Year Course Cycle.
News & Events
The articles below provide a brief overview of the program's development since 2008.
2011 November Information Session
2011 July Salem Information Session
2011 Salem Information Session
Salem College Information Sessions at RCC
Public Invited to University Center Night at RCC March 30
Salem College/University Center Program Approved by SACS
University Center of Randolph County - Salem College News
Archdale-Trinity News - Salem College
Salem College Enhances University Center Program at RCC
University Center of Randolph County Established
Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
For more information about Salem College's Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration
Contact
Ed L. Hartgrove Jr., MBA
Executive-in-Residence
Business & Economics Faculty & Coordinator of Academic Advising for
The Martha H. Fleer Center for Adult Education
Salem College
601 S. Church Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-917-5855
Or
Clark Adams
English/Communication Instructor
Randolph Community College
PO Box 1009
Asheboro, NC 27204
336-633-0238
