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Overview of Potomac College : Overview of Potomac College Potomac College offers practical and tailored curricula to a diverse community of working adults and students.
BACHELOR DEGREES, ASSOCIATE DEGREES, 14 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ONLINE COURSES
MORE THAN 40 SPECIALIZATIONS
The entire Potomac community is designed to prepare students for professional and entry level positions.
Our mission is to open the potential of your talent. This tour will
explore these concepts and let us introduce you to a better you.
History of Potomac : History of Potomac Potomac College was founded in 1991.
Residential campuses in the Washington, DC area. Offers both residential programs and online courses.
Potomac College is unique in its devotion to one goal—the needs of the working adult.
Accreditation : Accreditation Potomac College is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher education. (www.msche.org)
Accreditation helps serve as a quality assurance to students
Our accrediting body also accredits other notable schools, such as Princeton, New York University, Georgetown University, Columbia University and other institutions.
Degree Programs : Degree Programs Certificates
These programs provide vocational skills for career pathways into entry and mid-level positions for a wide variety of public and private business sectors. Certificate programs will develop marketable skills for positions such as office administration, computer applications support, finance (accounts receivable & payroll), business accounting, computer security, and global business economics.
AssociateWith an Associates degree and training from Potomac College, you will be laying a foundation at school for your future career. Your courses will broaden your knowledge of industry-related language and common office procedures.
Bachelor
Potomac’s Bachelor of Science programs allow students the chance to compete their degree in health information, technology, and cyber security in programs that combinetheory and applied research. Within each degree program, a common core of courses provides a solid foundation for work in that field. This core is complemented by a series of courses in specialized areas to enable each student to pursue a program of studies that will provide enhanced professional and personal growth.
Certificate Programs : Certificate Programs General Certificates
International Studies
General Business
Accounting Clerical Support
Office Application Support
Information Security Management
Project Management
Information Assurance
Advanced Certificates
International Business
General Management
Health Systems Management
Business Accounting
Government Contract Management
Cyber Security Management
Information Systems Management
Associate Degree Programs : Associate Degree Programs Accounting
International Business
Information Systems
Management
Security Management
Bachelor Degree Programs : Bachelor Degree Programs Accounting
Government Contract Management
Information Systems
Management
International Business
Accounting Degree Program : Accounting Degree Program Overview
An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws, and corporate governance regulations, and increased accountability for protecting an organization’s stakeholders will drive growth in the Accounting field.
The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in public accounting firms and similarly challenging positions in private, governmental and nonprofit organizations.
Employment Trends – The Accounting field is poised for strong growth:
21% of wage and salary accountants worked for accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services firms.
Employment of accountants is expected to grow by 18 percent between 2006 and 2016, which is faster than the average for all occupations. Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm#outlook
Earnings Potential – The earnings potential for the Accounting field is very respectable.
Median annual earnings of wage and salary accountants and auditors were $54,630 in May 2006.
According to a salary survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, bachelor’s degree candidates in accounting received starting offers averaging $46,718 a year in 2006.
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm#earnings
Government Contract Management Degree Program : Government Contract Management Degree Program Overview
Designed to train and prepare students for careers in government contracting and the various activities of government contract implementation in private and public companies, city and county governments, and nonprofit organizations.
Knowing and thoroughly understanding the numerous, diverse and often complicated laws and regulations that are related to government’s many processes and procedures is absolutely necessary if you choose to work with and manage government contracts.
Employment Trends
The number of jobs is projected to grow as fast as average for all occupations – 12% over the 2006-2016 decade.
Positions are described as contract officers. Many job openings will stem from the need to replace workers who transfer to other jobs, retire, or leave the occupation for other reasons.
Earnings Potential – The average income in 2007 for contract management professionals ranged from $74,000 to $117,000 per year.
Security Management Degree Program : Security Management Degree Program Overview
This program consists of extensive courses in computer networking and Internet security. These courses address protocols used to access and transfer information over both public and private networks.
Basic loss prevention concepts, implementing a complete security program, and protecting and assessing information assets are included in the course of studies. Program components in computer forensics include tracking offenders, hiding data, encryption, and computer investigation.
Employment Trends
Employment of computer and information systems managers is expected to grow 16 percent over the 2006-16 decade, which is faster than average for all occupations. New applications of technology in the workplace will continue to drive demand for workers, fueling the need for more managers.
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm#outlook
Earnings Potential – Earnings for computer and information systems managers vary by specialty and level of responsibility.
Median annual earnings of these managers in May 2006 were $101,580”
The Robert Half Technology 2007 Salary Guide lists the following annual salary ranges for various computer and information systems manager positions:
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), $101,000-$157,750;
Chief Security Officer, $97,500-$141,000;
Vice President of Information Technology, $107,500-$157,750;
Technical Services Manager, $62,500-$88,250
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm#earnings
Management Degree Program : Management Degree Program Overview
Potomac College’s Management program provides the theoretical foundation for the student to successfully accomplish the business objectives of an organization by the effective management of scarce resources - capital, human, and physical.
This program focuses on utilizing information as a resource for a company or organization. It also deals with the manager’s important role in collecting, analyzing, recording and presenting the necessary market data during the corporate decision making process.
Employment Trends
Employment of management analysts is expected to grow 22 percent over the decade (2006-16), much faster than the average for all occupations, as industry and government increasingly rely on outside expertise to improve the performance of their organizations.
Job growth is projected in very large consulting firms with international expertise and in smaller consulting firms that specialize in specific areas, such as biotechnology, health care, information technology, human resources, engineering, and marketing. Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos019.htm#outlook
Earnings Potential
Salaries for management analysts vary widely by years of experience and education, geographic location, specific expertise, and size of employer.
Median annual earnings of wage and salary management analysts in May 2006 were $68,050.
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos019.htm#earnings
International Business Degree Program : International Business Degree Program Overview
Potomac College’s International Business Degree program uses a solid combination of focused and in-depth international business degree courses, as well as related business subjects and general studies.
Job growth is projected in very large consulting firms with international expertise and in smaller consulting firms that specialize in specific areas, such as biotechnology, health care, information technology, human resources, engineering, and marketing.
Employment Trends
The growth of international business also has contributed to an increase in demand for management analysts. As U.S. firms expand their business abroad, many will hire management analysts to help them form the right strategy for entering the market.
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos019.htm#outlook
Earnings Potential –
Salaries for management analysts vary widely by years of experience and education, geographic location, specific expertise, and size of employer.
Median annual earnings of wage and salary management analysts in May 2006 were $68,050.
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos019.htm#earnings
Information Systems Degree Program : Information Systems Degree Program Overview
This program provides the theoretical understanding and technical expertise for the student to successfully develop and manage an organization’s technical resources that are used to leverage capabilities to enhance corporate competitiveness. These resources include logical (software), physical (hardware), human (technical support specialists), and financial (budgets).
The program focuses on information (data) as a resource for the organization and the technical tools and processes that can be used to manage, distribute, protect, and ensure the integrity of this key asset.
Employment Trends
Employment of computer and information systems managers is expected to grow 16 percent over the 2006-16 decade, which is faster than average for all occupations.
New applications of technology in the workplace will continue to drive demand for workers, fueling the need for more managers. Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm#outlook
Earnings Potential – Earnings for computer and information systems managers vary by specialty and level of responsibility.
Median annual earnings of these managers in May 2006 were $101,580”
The Robert Half Technology 2007 Salary Guide lists the following annual salary ranges for various computer and information systems manager positions:
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), $101,000-$157,750;
Chief Security Officer, $97,500-$141,000;
Vice President of Information Technology, $107,500-$157,750;
Technical Services Manager, $62,500-$88,250
Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos258.htm#earnings
Online Learning @ Potomac : Online Learning @ Potomac Scenario-Based Learning
At Potomac College, we believe that students learn best through the application of theory. Our theoretical application is designed to enable students to actively apply that which is learned in the concurrent theory course.
Flexible & Adaptable
Potomac College launched its Virtual Campus (online programs) offering adult learners the flexibility to manage the demands of their busy schedules for a portion, or their entire course of study 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
6 Week Classes
All classes are 6 weeks in length, giving students the opportunity to focus on the core material of the course and without wasting time or energy.
Online Tour – www.potomacdemo.com
Course Byte – www.potomaclogin.com
Username: demo
Password: online
Personalized Education : Personalized Education Potomac Welcomes Your Ambition
We offer practical and tailored curricula to a diverse community of working adults and qualified students seeking professional success.
The Flexibility Factor
We make professional education available regardless of students schedules and finances thereby unleashing their personal potential.
Potomac Transforms Your Future
Our faculty of active industry leaders guide students talents so they are prepared to successfully deliver in current and future markets.
The Potomac Faculty Advantage
Interact with world-class faculty
Faculty hold advanced degrees
Faculty infuse real world experience into classes
Innovative Content + Personal Attention =
A Quality Education
Student Services : Student Services Student Web – Online Resource Portal for Students
Alumni Web – Online Networking Portal for Potomac Alumni
SmarThinking – Online Tutoring Available to All Students
Online Townhall – Faculty Host a Weekly Online Townhall Conference Call to Connect Students with Core Learning Concepts
Career Services – Job Placement Assistance / Resume Assistance / Interview Coaching
Online Bookstore – Books available directly from the online college bookstore
Tuition Information : Tuition Information Tuition by Credit Hour: 445
Application Fee: 15
Registration Fee: 75
Financial Aid available for those who qualify
Financial Aid : Financial Aid Students may be eligible for up to: VA Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Success Toolkit : Student Success Toolkit Availability – Return Calls and respond to emails from Faculty and Staff
(When Faculty or Staff initiate contact with you it is to help you with FinAid, Admissions, or Academics)
Ask for Help – Utilize tutoring and other student resources
Attendance – Students that maintain high standards of Classroom attendance excel in there degree program and ultimately in their career.
Self Discipline – Taking college classes (online or at the campus) requires students to take initiative and to manage their study habits.
Have Fun! – Ask Questions of Instructors and classmates, give opinions, challenge thinking, and share work related and real world experiences with others as you learn.
Acceptance Requirements : Acceptance Requirements High School Diploma or GED
Completed Admissions Application
Career Essay (Located in the Online Admissions Application)
Recommendation from an Admissions Officer
Formal Acceptance from the Potomac College Acceptance Review Board
Getting Started : Getting Started Online Admissions Application
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