Marketing is one of the fastest growing, most in-demand careers, with an increasing number of jobs available across

marketing management, sales management, creative direction, social media management, advertising and promotions,
market research, and public relations. The common thread? Technology. Social media, artificial intelligence, augmented
reality and other technologies have transformed the marketing landscape, and show no signs of slowing.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, marketing management positions offer higher than average median annual
income prospects compared to other business careers. Our marketing programs will train you to analyze business issues,
problem solve and develop effective marketing strategies to achieve business goals. Whether you decide to approach an
agency or work in-house for an organization, marketing roles require constant innovation, creativity, a deep knowledge of
tools and strategies and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.

With on-campus and fully online program options, SMC offers a format that works for you.

Put On Your CEO Hat, Your Career in Business Awaits

Prepare for a career in business administration, management or leadership--or even explore entrepreneurship through our
comprehensive business programs. More and more, our rapidly changing world demands business leaders who bring
innovative ideas, It all starts with our foundational programs at SMC, where we offer a broad range of classes including
marketing, finance, global trade and logistics, ethics, strategic leadership, and more.

According to leading research organization Brandon Hall Group, 84% of organizations anticipate a shortfall of leaders in the
next 5 years. With education and training in business, you could be the next leader who helps close that gap. Business
roles are diverse and dynamic, including administrative services manager, sales manager, business intelligence analyst,
market analyst, compliance manager, and much more. You have what it takes to serve as a business leader within your
chosen industry.

Ready for a Career in Accounting? It Just Makes Cents

Did you know? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow
10% from 2016 to 2026, faster than average for all occupations. Continuous changes in financial laws and regulations,
technological advances and our increasingly global economy are all contributing to a greater need for qualified accounting
professionals.

Step into a career in accounting at SMC, where you will learn essential skills for in-demand accounting professions. Real
world training includes how to prepare and examine financial records of municipal, county, state and federal agencies for
compliance with laws as well as how to record transactions such as receivable, payable and payroll. Apply your training
right away in small business and startup settings, or in corporate accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparer roles and more.

With on-campus and fully online program options, SMC offers a format that works for you.

Your Dream Career as an Entrepreneur is Within Reach

The entrepreneurial journey starts with an idea. Bring your idea to life and create a career that aligns with your values and
offers freedom, flexibility and unlimited earning potential. Every day is different in the life of a busy entrepreneur, and that
is often part of what fuels the desire to be your own boss. The Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology has
even found that entrepreneurs live healthier lives compared to employees.

Whether you are already an entrepreneur or aspire to own your own business, our programs teach you how to identify a
viable opportunity, evaluate an idea and assess the market, leverage experiments to validate your idea, refine your business
strategy, discover key financial insights and understand how to raise capital and speak to investors. You will learn how to
structure and operate your own enterprise, with skill building opportunities across business strategy, product development,
legal and financial concerns, and more.