Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Demand for Online Business Degrees Continues to Increase

ORANGE BEACH, AL – Professionals around the globe are learning that a higher education is a critical determinant of success in the business world. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, at least a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or business administration is required for any type of financial management position. However, many employers are seeking out graduates with master’s degrees, preferably in business administration or finance. Goldleaf Financial Solutions, Inc. recently partnered with Columbia Southern University (CSU) to offer their 500 plus employees the degree program options they need to advance within the company.

This partnership allows Goldleaf Financial Solutions, Inc. employees and their immediate family to receive educational benefits including a tuition discount and application fee waiver. Partners are also promoted on the CSU website, in marketing materials, and at conferences and speaking engagements.

Features employees of Goldleaf Financial Solutions can take advantage of include the flexible degree programs, affordable tuition and maximum transfer credit for professional training and college credit. Associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs are available in business administration, along with business concentrations in finance on the bachelor’s and master’s level.

“The partnership discount makes it all the more possible for Goldleaf Financial Solutions employees to further their education,” said Heather Anderson. “CSU offers completely online associates, bachelors, masters, doctoral and certificate programs in business.”
The main focus of Goldleaf Financial Solutions is to show small, community banks that they can compete with larger banks by offering excellent customer service and letting Goldleaf Financial Solutions staff handle the operations of the financial systems. Goldleaf Financial Solutions offers advanced technology-based solutions designed for community financial institutions and neighborhood banks. The solutions allow institutions to improve operating productivity without using expenses and resources to develop and maintain systems themselves.

“One of the greatest benefits a corporation can offer their employees is access to a quality education,” said Chantell Cooley, CSU Vice President of Partnership Development. “Both national and global companies understand that more skillful and knowledgeable employees help their business grow.”

New York Fire Department, National Sheriffs’ Association, Delta Air Lines, and Commtest, Inc. are a few of more than 200 organizations worldwide partnered with CSU.

More information about CSU and its partners is available by visiting, www.columbiasouthern.edu/online/partners/ or calling 1-800-344-5021.

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