Entrepreneurship Degree

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South Arkansas Community College (SouthArk)

60 W Fulbright Avenue, Walnut Ridge, AR

About
South Arkansas Community College, located in El Dorado, Arkansas, was formed from the merger of Southern Arkansas University, Eldorado Branch and Oil Belt Technical Institute. The merger was approved in 1992 and the two campuses became SouthArk Campus West and East. The school offers educational and workforce programs for the community, identifying growing trends and needs and adapting its offerings to match.

Academics
South Arkansas Community College offers a variety of programs that allow for transfer to a four year institution or preparation for a career. Transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at a low cost, followed by transfer to a four year institution in order to complete the final two years of a bachelor's degree.

As a public institution, the school has agreements in place that allow for transfer in the University of Arkansas System with ease. Career programs provide education in a given field that prepares students with the skills and practical knowledge necessary to operate professionally. Graduates of these programs are able to enter the workforce immediately after graduation.

Programs offered include:

• Criminal Justice
• General Studies
• Early Childhood Development
• Accounting
• Cosmetology

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open admissions institution, SouthArk admits students that meet minimal educational requirements established by the school. Students should submit all relevant transcripts and standardized test scores in conjunction with the admission application in order to become enrolled and pay all fees at the time of registration in order to complete the process.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and federal work study programs. Students in need of aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine need eligibility and awards. Students may also approach the financial aid office in order to discuss issues are receive additional help.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, regulatory affairs managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).