Adult Accelerated Evening or Weekend Undergraduate Business Degree Programs Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Benedictine University Historical Overview 1887 - Founded by the Benedictine monks of St. Procopius Abbey 1990 - Established current Adult Accelerated Programs format 2006 - Created the Margaret and Harold Moser College of Adult and Professional Studies Benedictine University is a private institution that has created a college, not just a department, within our University with the sole purpose of serving our adult students.
About Benedictine University Benedictine is one of Illinois oldest universities and has a rich tradition of excellence in education. The University has been repeatedly cited by several national publications as one of the Midwest s best colleges. The majority of our learning team faculty members are working professionals. Program faculty are student-centered, working professionals aligned with the business and academic community that effectively support the mission and the vision of our institution. These professionals include entrepreneurs, consultants, executives and managers, which requires being skilled and qualified experts within their respective fields of study. Our instructors are eager to share their knowledge and expertise with adult students. Business learning team programs are offered in two Chicago-area Learning Centers and in other off-site locations, making it easier to take classes near home or work for your convenience.
Who enrolls at Benedictine University? Adult students who: Follow a busy schedule; Are highly motivated to succeed; Need to quickly advance skills and knowledge; Consider themselves goal-directed; Value coursework that can be immediately applied in social and professional settings; Contribute to their studies with significant work/life experiences.
Benedictine University Adult Accelerated Undergraduate Business Learning Team Programs Associate of Arts in Business Administration (A.A.B.A) Bachelor of Arts Degree Completion Programs: Bachelor of Arts in Management (B.A.M) Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (B.A.O.L)
Learning Team Program Format: Evening Students focus on one course at a time in a blended format. Classes meet one night per week from 6:00-10:00 p.m. The night of the week remains static throughout the learning team calendar. A start-tofinish class calendar outlines your schedule and provides your program completion date. In addition to the classroom session, students complete a weekly asynchronous 4-hour session online through D2L (Desire2Learn). Classes are offered at our Moser Center in Naperville, our Bellwood Learning Center, or at one of our accessible off-site locations such as Tinley Park. Average class size is small, averaging a capacity of 22 students.
Learning Team Program Format: Weekend College Students focus on one course at a time in a blended format. Undergraduate Weekend College classes meet every other Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (quantitative classes meet 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.). In addition to the weekend classroom session, students complete a weekly asynchronous 8-hour session online through D2L (Desire2Learn). Weekend College courses are offered at our Moser Center in Naperville. Average class size is small, averaging a capacity of 22 students.
Blended Format: D2L (Desire2Learn) Benedictine University uses blended learning by combining online classroom sessions with a face-to-face classroom environment. Blending the weekly in-class session with the weekly D2L session emphasizes interaction and participation both in and out of the classroom. The online session will be scheduled asynchronously. So that you may complete your weekly session at your convenience, there are no scheduled log-in times. Assignments will be submitted and discussions will be continued outside of class using Desire To Learn (D2L) to maximize student and instructor contact. Instructors will provide weekly expectations per course.
Technology Requirements Easy access to or ownership of a computer (Mac or PC) High-speed internet connection is required to access D2L. Microsoft Office 2000 (or higher) Valid email account
Associate of Arts in Business Administration (A.A.B.A) 63 semester-credit hour program Satisfies all general education requirements Provides access into either bachelor s program Coursework may be completed in just over two years
What to Expect from the AABA Program The A.A. in Business Administration curriculum focuses on development and utilization of critical-thinking, reasoning, logic, problem-solving skills, oral and written communication skills, group behavior, teamwork, and technology as a lifelong learning tool. Coursework includes a combination of individual, group, and online assignments, culminating in the completion of a business plan. Upon successful completion of this program you should be able to: Demonstrate an effective level of cognitive, communicative, and research skills. Evaluate the role of economics and business in the social environment of our culture. Articulate how the functional areas of business interrelate within organizations. Develop specific skills applicable to various aspects of the functional areas of business. Enable you to perform effectively in professional and career positions in management.
Academic Requirements A.A. in Business Administration Admission criteria Two years of full-time work experience Minimum of a high school diploma or GED Minimum 2.0 GPA for transferable college credit Minimum age of 22 years Graduation criteria Successful completion of all coursework with cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher Payment of all fees
Bachelor of Arts Degree Completion Programs Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Management Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Organizational Leadership Provides 45 semester credit hours toward required total of 120 credits for graduation Provides 51 semester credit hours toward required total of 120 credits for graduation Previous transferable credits considered toward graduation requirements Previous transferable credits considered toward graduation requirements Coursework may be completed in about two years (approx. 18 20 months) Coursework may be completed in about two years (approx. 22-24 months)
Bachelor Degree Completion Options (B.A. in Management and B.A. in Organizational Leadership Learning Team Programs) Graduation requires 120 credit hours: 120 hours is made up of: 1. General education courses (A.A. or equivalent, averaging 62 hours) Core electives may be required refer to B.A.M. or B.A.O.L program overview 2. General elective courses (Chosen by the student, averaging 18 hours) 3. Major core requirements (Management or Organizational Leadership coursework, averaging 45-51 hours) 55 of your 120 credit hours must be awarded from a four-year institution, such as Benedictine University. Degree completion options: Transfer coursework (minimum entrance requirement is 36 credit hours) Online HRM or Marketing Certificate coursework CLEP/Dantes Tests Work/Life Experience Portfolio A.A.B.A. learning team coursework (upon advisor approval) Completion schedule: Upon admission, you will receive your articulation checklist outlining any remaining credits (if applicable) required for graduation. You will be able to map out your completion plan using all possible options. Upon advisor approval, remaining credits can be completed during or after your B.A. learning team. Regardless of your incoming credit hours, you can personalize your B.A. degree completion plan! General Education Courses Elective Courses Management or Organizational Leadership Major Courses
Academic Requirements (B.A. in Management and B.A. in Organizational Leadership) Admission criteria Two years of full-time work experience Minimum 2.0 GPA for transferable college credit Minimum of 36 transferable semester credit hours required for admission (request transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities) Graduation criteria Completion of all coursework Satisfy general education, business and elective core totaling 120 semester hours Completion of all business core classes with a grade of C or better (GPA of 2.0 or higher) Payment of all fees
Class Attendance Class emphasis is on interaction and participation. Class attendance is mandatory and is critical to our students success. One absence in a five-week course is 20 percent of the course content. Contact your instructor in advance if you must miss a class. Two absences or more results in a grade of F.
Tuition and Fees Competitive tuition rate Textbooks (approximate average $100 per course) Course-by-course and other payment plans available
Financial Options Payments can be made online for your convenience. Payments can be made either course-by-course or by term. Twelve-month, interest-free payment plans available through TuitionPay. Financial aid available to those who qualify: www.fafsa.ed.gov (school code 001767) Military Scholarship for eligible students (may provide 25 percent of tuition for self/spouse upon approval)* Alumni Scholarship for eligible Benedictine University program graduates (provides first course tuition-free upon approval)* **Please note that only one discount/scholarship may be applied per student. Dual discounts cannot be applied.
Adult Learning Resources Career Development Office - Attend workshops and webinars, receive career counseling and assistance with resume writing and interviewing. Utilize our Virtual Career Center for job searches. Student Success Center - Receive additional academic support, such as tutoring services. Alumni Relations - Network with graduates and find mentors in your field. Activities - Receive invitations to campus events, such as professional development seminars and networking receptions. Barnes & Noble Bookstore - Online text ordering, including used text and rental availability, is an added convenience. Library - Most services are available online, including valuable research tools and lending among other institutions. Student Life s Adult Services Advocates are available to assist new and current students with on- and off-campus resources.
Next Step: Application Submit completed application today along with your $40 application fee. (Fee is waived for BenU alumni or new students meeting with an Admissions Counselor.) Indicate your program of interest and the upcoming start date. Submit official sealed transcripts (in person, online*, or via mail) from all previously attended colleges/universities. * Electronic transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to adultenrollment@ben.edu using either escrip Safe or Docufide in order to be accepted. If your previously attended institution uses any other 3 rd party vendor please check with your admissions counselor prior to ordering to ensure that an electronic transcript can be accepted.
Registration Procedures Only 22 applications will be accepted for your location classes are first come, first served! Only the first 22 students who are both admitted and registered will receive confirmation of a class start. Notifications will be sent to you and your teammates in your location to complete your files and reserve your seats in class upon admission with your $125 registration deposit. *Please note that the $125 registration deposit goes towards your first tuition payment. Payment can be submitted online using your student ID number at www.ben.edu/deposit. Please refer to the deposit instructions mailed to you upon your admission. Once class dates are established, you will continue to receive updates from your Admissions Counselor. Your student orientation will be emailed to you for online completion prior to your class start. Classes begin and about two years later your program is completed!
Why should I enroll at Benedictine University? The delivery and format meet your personal and professional needs. Real world application immediately impacts your market value. Business learning team programs have a competitive graduation rate. You have a high probability of returning to school successfully! Your name and the college you choose will forever be attached; you can be proud to have graduated from a respected university. Programs are affordable with several payment options available. You may earn your degree in about two years. This means you will soon be adding graduation to your calendar and to your resume!
What our Benedictine University graduates say I have accomplished something that will benefit me from the rest of my life I have become that role model in education for my child that I have always wanted to be. I believe that Benedictine was designed for me: A hard-working team player that needs a university that is close in proximity to work and home. I was fortunate to have a great experience...i enjoyed Benedictine and will always recommend it to others. Benedictine changed my life and I will always cherish that. The interactive nature of the cohort teams and the real-life professors provided the greatest ROI [return on investment] of the program.