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Why study online at Suffolk County
Community College?
A community college experience stands as an excellent option
for students seeking affordable, quality higher education taught by
faculty with credentials from many of the country’s most acclaimed
colleges and universities. Our online program utilizes new technologies
and the Internet to provide flexible learning opportunities. Rather than
studying on campus, the online business program affords you the
opportunity to complete all degree requirements from your personal
computer.
SCCC’s online business courses are designed for students who
are self-motivated and can work independently in a less structured
environment. All courses are offered over the Internet and are neither
time nor place bound. You can work from your home computer and have
access to campus resources wherever you live.
How do you describe the Business Administration Online
A.A.S. Degree (315)?
This two-year
career program is intended primarily for those students who intend to
seek employment directly after its completion. The curriculum provides
essential knowledge and skills in the financial management and marketing
facets of business as well as supporting areas of communications and
mathematics. Students can pursue their interest in one of seven
specialized areas of business (human resources management, management
technology, marketing, entrepreneurship, international business,
business law, and economics) through their choice of business electives.
The curriculum is adaptable to many four-year college degree programs in
business, and graduates will find reasonable transfer opportunities
available to them should they desire to continue in a baccalaureate
degree program.
Do I need to meet any special requirements to
matriculate into the online degree program in Business Administration?
Students who are placed in developmental reading,
mathematics, or English as a result of admissions testing will not be
allowed to matriculate into the online business program until they have
completed all developmental coursework.
Do I need to be matriculated in the online Business Administration
program to take online Business classes?
You may take business online courses without matriculating into the online
program. However, if you are considering an online degree in
business, you should matriculate to exercise priority registration in
online course sections.
How are the Online Business classes facilitated?
Suffolk County Community College is using the
SUNY Learning Network
(SLN) for the online courses. ALN is an Asynchronous Learning Network.
The activities of online classes are the same as traditional classes -- students read
course materials, write papers, do research, and communicate with their
instructors and fellow students. The only difference is that the
class is held via the Internet.
Are Online classes easier than traditional classes?
Actually online classes can be
more challenging than traditional classes. Individuals must be self-motivated
and very dedicated in working independently in a less structured
environment. Students must complete all assignments and
pay attention to project deadlines in order
to complete courses successfully.
What kind of hardware and software do I need to take online classes?
You need a Windows-based or Macintosh computer. Your computer should have the minimum equivalent of a
Pentium II processor with Windows 98 or higher operating system, or a
Macintosh G3 processor with System 8 or higher operating system. The
computer should have at least 64 MB RAM and a 56K baud modem.
In addition, you need a connection to the Internet/WWW and an Internet
provider.
You also need a graphical web browser
software (Internet Explorer 5.5 and higher, or Netscape 6.2 and higher)
that allows at least session cookies from the SUNY.edu domain.
Other requirements include: a valid, working email address, word
processing software that can save files in the
Microsoft Word 6.0 or RTF file format, and possibly course specific
software/hardware. Students
registered for classes at Suffolk County Community College are assigned
email accounts and have access to the Internet/WWW through the College's
network.
Depending on classes taken, it is possible that students with older
computer systems may encounter limitations to participation.
The SUNY Learning Network has a
site that allows you to test your computer for compatibility with the
Network. SLN also has a
Help Desk service for registered students.
If I need to add or drop an online course, is
it done through Suffolk County Community College or the
SUNY Learning Network?
The SUNY Learning Network acts only as the facilitator for classes.
Suffolk County Community College
students taking online classes must follow the drop/add procedure
outlined in the
online catalog, the
student handbook,
and posted at the Distance Education website
http://www.sunysuffolk.edu/Web/VirtualCampus/.
Is there help available if I have problems with my home computer and
connection?
The SUNY Learning Network has a Help Desk service available.
What do I have to
do to access my classes?
Students registered for a Suffolk
County Community College
online class must access
the SUNY Learning
Network at
http://www.sln.suny.edu/
and follow provided instructions.
Is the online course material copyrighted?
Yes, online course materal is copyrighted. Students have
access to the material for the purpose and duration of the class only.
Are my credits and/or degree earned at Suffolk County Community College
accepted by four-year Colleges/Universities for transferring?
Absolutely! Suffolk's course credits are accepted at virtually every four-year
college and university in the country. Students who complete a transfer degree
program (A.A. or
A.S.) will generally find that all their courses are
accepted for transfer credit. Students who complete a
specialized degree program (A.A.S.) or who transfer
before completing a degree will generally have their courses evaluated for
transfer credit on a course-by-course basis
If I have taken Business Administration courses elsewhere, can I transfer them
into my online program at SCCC?
You need to have your official transcripts from previous colleges
sent to SCCC.
Once your college transcripts have arrived, your transfer credits
will be evaluated automatically and you will be notified of the results.
If your transcripts are not in English, they must be translated and
evaluated by an official evaluation agency or national consulate. You
can view the
Transfer Evaluation Tables for an unofficial preview of how your
courses are likely to transfer (available for select colleges only).
Can I still apply if I did
not graduate from high
school?
Yes,
you can! Suffolk can help you in one of several ways.
Take a look at the special information for students
without a high school diploma at:
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/Admissions/admproc.asp
Is there a special deadline for registration for
online Business Administration students so they will be guaranteed
the classes of their choice?
You should complete the registration process three weeks before the
beginning of each semester. After that date, all classes will be open
to the general student population.
How large are the online classes at Suffolk
County Community College?
The maximum online class size is 22 students.
Can I take Online Business Administration classes during the summer or intersession?
Very few business classes are offered
during the summer and winter intersession. It is strongly
recommended that you do not defer taking a required course until
summer or intersession.
Do I need to have immunizations to take online courses?
In
accordance with New York State Public Health Law,
Section 2165, all matriculated students (i.e., admitted
into a degree program) who were born on or after January
1,1957 must provide acceptable written proof of adequate
immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella. The
Certificate of Immunization outlines the exact
requirements.
Certificate
of Immunization
In
order to register for classes, you must show at least
partial compliance with immunization requirements, which
is defined as one measles, one mumps, and one rubella
vaccine. You will then be allowed to register and begin
classes, but you must complete your immunization
requirements within the first 30 days of the semester or
you will be suspended from the college.
If you
can't find your immunization records,
you have two choices. You can either get re-immunized or
you can ask your doctor to do a titer (i.e., blood test)
to determine if you have immunity to measles, mumps, or
rubella. If any of your blood titer tests are negative,
you must get the appropriate immunizations before you
can register for classes.
If I am matriculated in the online Business
Administration program will I be allowed to take courses on campus
if I decide to do so?
Yes, you may take courses online and in the classroom.
How do I get extra help with my classes?
Each professor provides students with his/her e-mail address and
telephone number.
Are services offered for
students with
disabilities?
Yes, there are many services offered for
students with disabilities. For more information, please go to:
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/StudentServices/main/index4.asp?linkId=220
Will I have access to an academic counselor?
Yes, academic counseling is available. For more information, please
go to:
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/StudentServices/main/index3.asp
Will I have access to a personal counselor?
Yes, personal counseling is available
to students. For more information, please go to:
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/StudentServices/sspc.asp
Does the college provide career counseling for online students?
Yes, career counseling is available. For
more information, please go to:
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/StudentServices/ssovrsrv.asp
How can I get experience in
the field that I am
studying?
A
wonderful way to gain experience related to your major
is through our cooperative education or internship
program. These programs offer you an opportunity to gain work experience
in your field of study and earn academic
credit. Check the
Cooperative Education and
Internship section of the online catalog (page 79) for additional information.
Will I be allowed to use my current job as a Cooperative Education
and/or Internship experience?
The Cooperative Education/Internship Advisor determines which work
experience is appropriate for college credit.
Does Suffolk County Community College provide help with job placement?
A
career services/cooperative education office is located on
each of the three campuses and can provide help in a variety of ways. Professional staff
is available to discuss your qualifications, skills,
interests, and general career direction. Career
counselors can help
you focus in on the type of job you are looking for and
make you aware of appropriate job opportunities. In
addition, they can help you develop your skills in such
areas as résumé writing, interviewing, and job search
strategies.
http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/StudentServices/csoff.asp?linkId=199
If I register and pay for classes and decide not to attend, will I get a
refund?
Check the Refund Policy:
Online College Catalog
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