Fremont
Cynthia Atoji asked:


Let’s talk business. Even now, in today’s turbulent global economy, companies—from the best-known multinational firms to the locally run neighborhood restaurant—need employees with the essential technical and workplace skills required to operate effectively as professionals right out school.

What can you do with a business degree?  Unlike some specialized fields of study, a business administration degree equips you with a broad-based and balanced education. Earning an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration prepares you to work in a variety of industries, including entertainment, advertising, marketing, finance, technology, and professional services in a range of functional areas, including project management, public relations, operations, administration, sales, and accounting.  And, of course, you can start your own business. 

You’ll encounter a challenging and dynamic business landscape once you earn your degree in Business Administration. In an increasingly global marketplace, change is the only constant. We’re no longer a dull gray cubicle nation; the 21st century is ushering in accelerated digital transformation and the long-term value of green initiatives, as well as an appreciation of a diverse workforce, and a tradition of entrepreneurial risk taking.

Today’s dynamic business environment demands a different college student from the environment just a few years ago.  An increasing number of prospective students are now unable or unwilling to put their jobs, families and lives on hold to complete their education.  They may want to change their careers or advance in their current career, but they want a faster option to a new career than the traditional two- and four-year college programs.           

The demand for qualified and competent business people will continue to be strong for the next 20 years brought on by the 78 million baby boomers who start retiring in 2011. The youngest baby boomers will reach retirement age in 2029.

A Smarter, Faster Way to Earn a Degree

To address the need for faster, smarter, career-oriented educational degrees, Fremont College located in Cerritos, CA, has taken an innovative, research-driven approach that offers an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration in just 15 months or less – designed to take traditional college career programs and optimize them for an accelerated schedule.

At the core of Fremont’s strategy is the hands-on, highly advanced approach to learning – Professional Action Learning Embedded with Industry TM (PAL).  With PAL, students learn by asking questions, working in teams, debating with friends and networking with instructors and industry professionals.  Integral to PAL is how the school successfully bridges the gap between the classroom and the workplace, teaching the skills students need to win the job they’ve always wanted and preparing them for their first day of work.

The Fremont Associate’s Degree in Business immerses students in the subject matter; they see and experience what they’re learning.  Fremont’s students and faculty embrace PAL, enjoy coming to class and have excellent learning outcomes.

Another valuable benefit of Fremont’s education is its flexibility.  With courses in marketing, finance, leadership, teamwork, and communication, the program equips graduates to function in a variety of industries.  Recently, the College added courses in E-Tailing, search-engine optimization, and social networking to prepare students with the technology skills demanded by today’s cutting-edge businesses. 

Whichever career path you choose, a Fremont Associate’s Degree in Business Administration will develop the creative and analytical mindset needed to take on the challenges you’ll encounter in the modern work place.

In the business of taking business classes, you won’t find yourself just listening to lectures and taking notes. A top-notch college like Fremont College will instead teach you to develop your problem-solving skills and think analytically, addressing new trends and issues, i.e., What does it take to be a green business? How will the Internet continue to influence business delivery models? Will the U.S. continue its market dominance?

“Instead of sitting on the sidelines, watching things happen, I actually acquired the skills I need to make my ambitions come true,” says one Fremont College graduate. “I’m ready to maneuver in today’s corporate marketplace.”

For more information about earning an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, visit www.fremont.edu, or call 877-344-2345. Fremont College is a southern California-based college dedicated to bridging the gap between the classroom and the workforce.



PULLEY
Fremont
Cynthia Atoji asked:


           Take a stroll through any city, and you’ll see them: lovely brick condos, inviting apartment buildings, gleaming tall skyscrapers, and even historic mill buildings and churches converted into contemporary living spaces. Today’s real estate market is constantly evolving and changing, and as this dynamic streetscape alters, behind the scenes is the invaluable and skilled player: the property manager.

            One of the fastest-growing careers of the next decade, employment of property, real estate, and community association managers is projected to increase by 15 percent by 2016, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. As the mortgage market compels many Americans to rent instead of purchase homes, and baby boomers move into housing and healthcare units, property management professionals will be in high demand. There will also be opportunities with real estate development companies, commercial property corporations, and government agencies that manage public buildings. If you see a well-run, profitable establishment with satisfied tenants, chances are there is a talented property manager handling the day-to-day logistics of that community.

            One successful California property management developer, Andrew Gross, vice president at Thomas Safran and Associates, an affordable housing development firm, says his profession has taught him not to be afraid “to dream big.” “Business development is a challenging process, and a developer must possess the creative know-how to put out fires and overcome hurdles.” Gross is a member of the Advisory Board at Fremont College,  a premiere degree and career college in Southern California.  He says that developing affordable housing has been personally fulfilling, allowing him to change entire areas and “see people truly enjoy their new situations.”

Property management holds the most potential for people like Gross who enjoy blending knowledge of real estate with customer service and sales skills. Being a property manager is like being the mayor of a small city-you manage revenues, make important decisions about management, oversee contractors, oversee residents, and more. “Attention to detail is crucial,” says Gross, who constantly finds himself drawing parallels between work and life in his daily challenges.

            Property managers need to have a broad knowledge of business, finance, accounting, and real estate, as well as practical skills such as math, writing, computer, and oral communication. A business administration degree with a concentration in property management will equip you with knowledge of financial and expense control, customer service and marketing, leasing basics, and more. Various professional and trade associations also allow you to expand your knowledge of specialized subjects, such as insurance and risk management, personnel management, and reserve funding. Many fields overlap, says Gross, such as the constant intertwining of property management and real estate.

            Your career opportunities may abound as a property manager-you can work for real estate agents and brokers, lessors of real estate, or any other real estate company. Just as an example, top U.S. and trade associations, such as the Building Owners and Managers Association and the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties all offer job postings and networking opportunities. Booming overseas expansions are also opening up international property management positions. At Thomas Safran and Associates, which owns and manages over 3,200 units of affordable rental housing in the Greater Los Angeles area, Gross says that the company is looking to hire skilled professionals who are able to communicate with clients.

            So move aside, Donald Trump. The commercial and residential real estate industry is attracting talented young professionals with a strong educational background that equips them with a diverse skill set, talent, and experience. As a property manager, you can make a positive, sustainable impact on the environment and the economy, build lifelong relationships, and make a difference in the lives of hundreds of people. The welcome mat is out for a satisfying and rewarding career in property management. You just need to open the door. “It’s important to find life’s work that is fulfilling,” says Gross, who says it was serendipitous that he ended up in such a rewarding field.

For more information about a degree in business administration or career opportunities in property management, visit www.fremont.edu, or call 877-344-2345. Fremont College is a Southern California-based college dedicated to offering hands-on, career-focused accelerated degree programs that close the gap between the classroom and the workplace.



CAHALAN
Fremont
Dotty Zukoff asked:


 

Cerritos, California (PRWEB), October 29, 2008 — Fremont College, located in Cerritos, CA, has quickly responded to today’s turbulent business world by revitalizing the college’s Associate’s Degree in Business Administration Degree curriculum, to better meet the needs of the marketplace.  The curriculum will now be focused on customer service and marketing, arguably two of the most critical success factors in operating a business.

At the core of the Fremont College strategy is the hands-on, highly advanced approach to learning – Professional Action Learning Embedded with Industry TM (PAL).  With PAL, students learn by asking questions, working in teams, debating with friends and networking with instructors and industry professionals.  Integral to PAL is how the school successfully bridges the gap between the classroom and the workplace, teaching the real-world business classes that students need to win the job they’ve always wanted and preparing them for their first day of work.

The Fremont College Associate’s Degree in Business immerses students in the subject matter; they see and experience what they’re learning.  The college’s students and faculty embrace PAL, love coming to class and have incredible outcomes.  In just 15 months or less, lives are changed at Fremont College.

While taking business classes, students at Fremont College don’t listen to lectures and take notes. A top-notch college like Fremont College will instead teach students to develop their problem-solving skills and think analytically, addressing new trends and issues, i.e., What does it mean to be a sustainable business? How will the Internet continue to influence industries? Will the U.S. continue its market dominance?

“Instead of sitting on the sidelines, watching things happen, I’m actually acquiring the skills I need to make my ambitions come true,” says one Fremont College student. “I’ll be ready to maneuver in today’s business world.”

Says Chairman and CEO of Fremont College, Sabrina Kay, “A number of excellent institutions teach classes in business administration.  Few, however, can teach real-world practical classes with a timely and up-to-date curriculum that evolves to fit the ever-changing requirements of today’s workplace.  It is this combination of educational excellence and practical training that gives the Fremont College graduate a competitive edge.

About Fremont College

Fremont College was founded on the principal idea that education is the foundation for growth and that students should have the opportunity to develop their full potential. The Fremont College origins trace back to the school’s founding in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1879, as Platt College. A California campus was established in 1986 to broaden the reaches of its educational environment. 

In 2006, Fremont College changed its name to Fremont College and undertook a major expansion plan, adding new degree programs, relocating to a new, modern facility in Cerritos, California, and establishing an advisory board of real-life business celebrities for each program.

Through its historical college background, Fremont College fosters integrity in students and appreciation for the academic journey between school and a professional, successful career.            

For more information about the Fremont College Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, visit www.fremont.edu, or call 877-344-2345.

Contact:  Sabrina Kay, Chairman and CEO

 



CARMONA
Fremont
Cynthia Atoji asked:


Southern California (November 3, 2008) - Fremont College, located in Southern California, near Long Beach recently enhanced its Associate’s Degree in Business Administration curriculum with four courses focused on internet marketing to better equip students with in-demand skills for the modern workplace. “Cyberspace can be complex, and leveraging internet marketing solutions is an integral part of every company’s toolkit,” says Sabrina Kay, Chairman& CEO of Fremont College.

The four new courses in the Associate’s Degree of Business Administration curriculum are: E-Tailing (electronic commerce), Social Networking, Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing.  “We have had unprecedented demand for Internet-focused courses. These classes were added to provide the range of knowledge needed to succeed in today’s Web-savvy workforce,” says Kay.  The new courses have been added to the comprehensive Fremont College Associate’s Degree in Business Administration curriculum, which can be completed in 15 months.

“For today’s global business student, learning about Web-powered tools and marketing is especially vital to their future,” says Kay.  “The Internet is not something that users innately understand, especially when it comes to using it for business-related purposes such as marketing, public relations, or especially e-tailing. The Internet is a complex web of digital channels with unique terminology and technology, such as VoIP, portals, metatags, RSS, and geotags. It could sound like a foreign language to some.”

“There’s a knowledge gap in understanding Web 2.0 and how to use its capabilities,” continues Kay, adding that the field is evolving rapidly, and business students need hands-on development skills in areas such as manipulating keyword-friendly text, tracking analytics to improve marketing results, and building links to Web sites. Fremont’s Search Engine Marketing course, for example, addresses such questions as: How did Google become the dominant player in such a short time? How does pay-per-click advertising work? Newer areas of social media—viral marketing, podcasting, blogs, wikis, and microblogging—are discussed and researched in the Social Networking class. And, of course, E-Tailing is a thriving retail channel that has unprecedented consumer reach and communications and marketing possibilities.

“Business administration graduates with e-smarts have tremendous career possibilities, including launching their own e-commerce business, assisting companies manage Web projects, becoming an online marketing manager, digital media coordinator, and much more.” says Sabrina Kay, “Making the Internet work for you both professionally and personally is a virtual boon no matter what your aspirations are. Life moves fast. Our students want to grow up fast and want to start working, without getting involved with athletics, fraternities, sororities, or college parties. Fremont education is professional learning at the speed of life.  What thrills all of us is seeing our students’ lives change with education.”

About Fremont College

Fremont College was founded on the principal idea that education is the foundation for growth and that all students should have the opportunity to develop their full potential. Fremont’s origins trace back to the school’s founding in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1879, as Platt College. A Southern California campus was established in 1986 to broaden the reaches of its educational environment. In 2006, the College undertook a major expansion plan, adding new degree programs and relocating to a new, modern facility in Cerritos, California.

The mission of Fremont, to close the gap between the classroom and the workplace, is embraced by its 35-member advisory board including prominent community business leaders such as Founder and Chairman of Panda Restaurant Group, Andrew Cherng; former Mayor of Beverly Hills and attorney, Tom Levyn; Senior VP of Wells Fargo, Steve Mann; former Dodgers President, Bob Graziano; Chivas USA President, Shawn Hunter; and former LA district attorney, Gil Garcetti. 

The College offers accredited associate-level degrees in focusing on BLT (Business, Legal Studies and Technology) and Wellness (Sports and Massage Therapy) programs. Fremont’s Paralegal studies program is approved by the American Bar Association. 

For more information on Fremont College’s Associates Degree in Business Administration, visit www.fremont.edu or call 877-344-2345.

Press contact:  Sabrina Kay (562-809-5100)

www.fremont.edu



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