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Business Administration and Management

About The Program

The Business Administration and Management (BAM) Diploma at Eastern College is a 49-week program plus 8-week internship designed to prepare students for leadership roles in various business environments. Students gain the tools needed to make bold decisions, drive innovation, and build careers that put them in control while applying skills through hands-on experience.

Why Choose This Business Program?

Ready to bring business ideas to life with skills, strategy, and confidence? This online business program provides a strong foundation in business fundamentals, including human resources, management principles, business law, and marketing, while incorporating digital literacy and advanced data management skills. A four-day week allows students to balance priorities and commitments while training for future careers.

Core Curriculum Includes:

Business fundamentals: management, human resources, business law, and marketing
Digital skills with Microsoft Office applications, QuickBooks, and Sage 50
Leadership development and team management strategies
8-week internship for meaningful real-world experience

Students develop essential interpersonal and communication skills, learning to manage teams effectively, handle customer relations, and navigate workplace diversity with industry-standard software proficiency.

Career Opportunities

Career Paths for Graduates

Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles across various business environments in administration and office management. The program equips students for positions such as Operations Coordinator, Office Administrator, Business Analyst, and Accounting Specialist.

Top Employers Who Have Hired Eastern Grads:

Grimross Brewing
Managed Digital Media Services Inc.
The Lisa Larter Group
Maritime Aquatics
Mackegan Marketing

Employment Outlook

Strong career prospects with opportunities for advancement in business leadership and management roles. The combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application positions graduates competitively in the business sector.

Program Details

What Students Receive:

Comprehensive business education blending theoretical knowledge with practical application
Training in business law, human resources, and financial management
Database management and accounting software expertise
Flexible learning options with on-campus or online remote classes available

Program Highlights:

49-week program with 8-week internship for hands-on experience
Four-day weekly schedule for work-life balance
Marketing and digital business strategy components
Financial data analysis and accounting software training

This well-rounded approach ensures students understand business operations comprehensively while developing skills to analyze financial data, use accounting software, and manage databases, making them valuable assets in any organization seeking skilled business professionals.

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