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How is the Saturday Accelerated Business program structured?
The Saturday program is offered over two years in the fall, spring and summer semesters. You’ll take two courses at a time, only on Saturdays! You will have a class in the morning and one in the afternoon. The courses are seven weeks long and there are two seven-week quarters per semester. Therefore, you are taking four courses per semester. In addition to class time, each class has an online component.
What types of classes will I take in the program?
Students will take a variety of business classes. View the program courses.
Do I have to be enrolled full time in the Saturday Fast program?
Yes, the program is designed for students to take classes in a specific format. In addition, students are part of a cohort model. Therefore, students will take all classes with the same group of students over the course of the two years.
How many credits can I transfer into the program?
A maximum of 60 credits can be applied to the program. All students enrolled in the program are required to complete 19 required classes and one elective (300 level or higher offered through Point Park University's School of Business). To learn more, visit the page for transfer students.
Do I have to take the classes in a specific sequence?
Yes, the program is designed with many of the classes building upon each other. Therefore, it is very important that students take classes with their cohort in the specifically designed sequence.
What happens if I need to take a semester off?
We understand that occasionally unforeseen situations occur that require students to miss several classes (e.g. travel for work, etc). In cases such as this, a student may have to take a semester off. Upon returning to the program, we will attempt to place the student with a cohort that will be taking the classes that the student would have taken had they not been off for the semester. Although we will try to work with students who need to take a leave of absence, we cannot guarantee that the classes will be offered in the sequence that a student needs them. (In other words, a student who takes a leave of absence, must understand that it will delay his or her graduation date).
Do I have what it takes to be successful in this accelerated degree program?
This program will require you to be self-disciplined, doing homework outside of class to prepare for the on-site courses. While these programs require a significant investment of time, effort and monetary resources, the outcome will help you to achieve your career aspirations faster than traditional delivery systems.
Are there any breaks during the program?
While the program is aggressive, there are breaks that provide students with time to recoup. There are breaks between semesters and also long holiday breaks. In addition, a student only take two classes during each summer. Therefore, students have approximately two months off each summer.
What you can expect from being in a cohort group?
During your program, you will become part of a team, where you will develop teamwork skills that will enhance your ability to integrate into teams in your career. As you go through the program in a cohort group, the team that you work with will become a strong support system during your program. You will work in your team for class projects and presentations, and gain all of the benefits from the different perspectives and knowledge each student brings to the group. These groups may also lead to knowledge of possible career paths and job opportunities.
What options are there for tuition reimbursement?
Check with your employer about the type of tuition reimbursement that may be available to you. The tuition reimbursement plan may help you to decide if an accelerated program is the right choice for you.
How does the admissions process work?
Visit the part-time and accelerated programs page to find the application form, application fee and other requirements.
What is the tuition for the accelerated business program?
View the schedule of tuition and fees.