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Business Generalist
Technical Diploma | 30-102-5
www.cvtc.edu | 1-800-547-2882
Academic Advising & Student Success
Academic advisors assist students with developing academic plans based on their degree evaluations. Their goal is to plan the right pathway to graduation by maximizing students' potential and ensuring success based on the student's previous academic experience, career path, and responsibilities outside of being a student. Student success specialists assist students in overcoming barriers that many students encounter over their academic career. Their goal is to help students become academically successful by assisting with goal setting, interpersonal issues, success plans, and community-based referrals. More information can be found on Commons (Student Services & Support).
Technology Requirements
Students must have regular access to a computer with an internet connection. Additionally, students will be required to have a webcam and headset with a microphone and speakers. Students may purchase a webcam and headset from anywhere they choose. Surfaces and Chromebooks are not recommended.
Having access to a laptop/computer with reliable Wi-Fi will be necessary. Please check your laptop/computer to make sure that it meets the minimum recommended specifications below:
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Windows/PC |
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Operating System: RAM: 8GB |
Delivery Method
Courses within the Business Generalist Technical Diploma program are offered in multiple delivery formats including, but not limited to, face-to-face, online, blended, MyChoice, and Online Live. Students should confirm the availability and delivery method of these classes each semester. Not all classes and all delivery methods are offered at each campus. Many general education courses (800-level) are available online. Check the course offerings listing at www.cvtc.edu for more information.
Business Management Generalist Online
The Business Management program can be completed entirely online. Students are encouraged to schedule an online appointment with their advisor to get assistance with course sequencing and help with scheduling. To schedule an appointment contact your advisor directly or call the Academic Advising, Student Success, and Career Development Office at 715-833-6346. Students who want help with any technology used in the program should visit our Online Learner Resources page in Commons.
Scheduling Considerations for River Falls Students
Please note not all courses within the Business Management program are offered face-to-face every semester at the River Falls campus. Plan ahead and register for a class when it is available.
Credit Load Options
Students have flexibility regarding how many credits they enroll in each semester of this program. The completion of the program may be affected if a student takes less credits than what is listed each semester.
Computer Literacy
To be successful in this program students must possess basic computer skills before entry, which includes basic computer operations and basic keyboarding skills (must type a least 20 words per minute). Students that do not feel comfortable with basic computer skills can take 103-102 Microsoft Office Suite before starting the program or during the first semester.
Access to Software
Students enrolled at CVTC have access to free software through Office 365—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote Access, Publisher, Outlook, Skype for Business and OneDrive for Business. Course-specific software may also be required - this will be specified by your instructor(s). 102-109 Business Analytics requires PowerBI and Tableau.
Certificates
This program has related certificates. To learn more about certificate options, as a way to get started or to add to the degree, please see additional information on cvtc.edu under Programs & Courses.
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)
CPL offers CVTC students an opportunity to earn college credit toward an associate degree or technical diploma for previous knowledge and mastered skills directly related to program curriculum. Previous knowledge and skills may be the result of work or volunteer experiences, certifications, apprenticeships, military experience, and courses completed at other institutions. If a student wishes to attempt CPL for a course in progress, it is imperative that CPL is attempted within the first week of the class to be eligible for a tuition refund. More information can be found at cvtc.edu/CPL.
Academic Support
Free academic help including drop-in tutoring, test preparation, and technology support available online and face-to-face. More information is available on Commons (Student Services & Support).
Financial Aid Consideration
Courses must be part of the student’s program to be eligible although some specific courses may not be eligible for financial aid. Students must follow their program requirements to be eligible for financial aid. To be eligible for financial aid, students must maintain Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress of a 2.0 Term GPA, 2.0 Cumulative GPA, complete 67% of attempted credits each semester, and complete their program by the time 150% of the published credits have been attempted.
Students with Disabilities
CVTC welcomes individuals with disabilities. We will provide and coordinate reasonable accommodations for all individuals with documented disabilities. Students that might benefit from accommodations during their college experience at CVTC can contact Diversity Resources at 715-833-6234 or diversity@cvtc.edu to determine what accommodations they may be eligible for and what documentation may be required.
Title IX Pregnancy and Postpartum
CVTC does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy or related conditions and will fully comply with Title IX regulations. Absences due to medical conditions relating to pregnancy and maternity leave will excused for as long as deemed medically necessary by a student's medical provider, and students will be given the opportunity to make up missed work. Students are encouraged to contact Diversity Resources at 715-833-6234 or diversity@cvtc.edu to set up an appointment as soon as the pregnancy is known.
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