The Five Towns College School of Business
The Five Towns College School of Business brings together Business Administration, Business Management, and Court Reporting to prepare students for careers across business, audio, music, entertainment, and legal professional environments. Our programs combine strong academic foundations with applied, career-focused training designed for today’s professional landscape.
School of Business Academic Programs
The Business Administration program provides a broad, adaptable foundation in the essential functions of business. Designed for flexibility, this program prepares students for a wide range of career paths across corporate, creative, and professional sectors.
Degrees Offered
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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration
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Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business Administration
Areas of study include:
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Accounting and financial fundamentals
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Marketing and business communication
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Operations and organizational systems
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Strategic planning and decision-making
This program is ideal for students seeking versatility, whether entering the workforce, advancing professionally, or preparing for graduate study.
The Business Management program focuses on leadership, strategy, and operational decision-making in professional and creative industries. Students develop the skills needed to guide organizations, manage people, and adapt to evolving business environments.
Degrees Offered
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Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Business Management
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Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Business Management
Concentrations
Students in Business Management may tailor their studies by selecting one of the following concentrations:
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Audio Recording Technology
Integrates business leadership with technical and creative audio industry expertise, preparing students for management roles in recording studios, audio production environments, and entertainment organizations. -
Management
Emphasizes leadership principles, supervision, planning, and organizational effectiveness across a wide range of professional settings. -
Marketing
Focuses on branding, promotion, consumer behavior, and strategic communication to support business growth and audience engagement. -
Music & Entertainment Industry Studies (MEIS)
Blends business fundamentals with industry-specific knowledge related to music, entertainment law, production, merchandising, and marketing.
These concentrations allow students to align their business education with specific career interests, particularly within creative and entertainment-driven industries.
The Court Reporting program prepares students for specialized careers where accuracy, speed, and professionalism are essential. Court reporters play a critical role in legal and professional settings by producing precise, verbatim records of spoken proceedings.
Awards Offered
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Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) in Court Reporting
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Certificate in Court Reporting
The A.O.S. degree provides comprehensive preparation for professional reporting careers, while the Certificate program offers a focused pathway for students seeking a shorter or more specialized entry into the field.
Core areas of study include:
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Real-time reporting and transcription techniques
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Legal terminology and courtroom procedures
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Professional ethics and standards
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Certification preparation and applied training aligned with industry requirements
Graduates pursue careers in courts, law firms, government agencies, broadcast captioning, and freelance reporting.
Why the School of Business at Five Towns College?
Five Towns College approaches business education through applied learning and career readiness, with an emphasis on industries where precision, creativity, and leadership intersect.
Students benefit from:
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Faculty with real-world professional experience
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Hands-on coursework grounded in industry practice
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Small classes and individualized academic support
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Career preparation aligned with business, creative, and legal fields
Start Here. Build Forward.
Interested in learning more about the School of Business at Five Towns College? Our programs are designed to prepare you for careers in business, audio, entertainment, and legal professions.
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