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The Business Department offers a dynamic and inclusive learning experience designed to prepare students for success in both college and the workplace. Through hands-on projects, real-world applications, and collaborative learning, students build essential skills in communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making.
Our curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, innovation, and adaptability—qualities that are vital in today’s diverse and fast-changing business environments. Whether students pursue higher education or enter the workforce, they leave our program confident, capable, and ready to make a meaningful impact.
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Mission
Mission:
GROW WITH PURPOSE. LEAD WITH INTEGRITY.
Empowering students through experiential learning, meaningful business connections, and culturally grounded education. Our business program prepares learners to succeed in a diverse and evolving economy by fostering leadership, collaboration, and real-world application through partnerships with local industries and tribal communities.
Vision:
To create a vibrant learning community where education, business, and culture connect, developing adaptable, ethical, and community-centered leaders for tomorrow’s workforce
Faculty
Laura Nilsen
MBA and MAM, College of St. Scholastica
BA, University of St. Thomas
laura.nilsen@fdltcc.edu
218-879-0833
Jozef Miketin
MBA, College of St. Scholastica
AS and AA, Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
jozef.miketin@fdltcc.edu
218-879-0833
Degree Program
Our business program offers a wide range of degree and certificate options across key specializations, giving you the flexibility to shape your education around your interests and career goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your expertise, our programs are designed to help you succeed in today’s dynamic business world.
Many students choose to complete multiple degrees or certificates to build a well-rounded skill set and stand out in the job market. With convenient options and a supportive learning environment, you can confidently take the next step toward a rewarding career in business.
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Courses
BUS 1001 - Introduction to Business
3 credits
This course is designed to give students an introduction to contemporary business concepts in such areas as business management, human resource future scope of business. Students will receive a broad overview as to what is involved in the various areas of business as well as the ability to experience how these concepts relate to the real world.
BUS 1003 - Opportunity Analysis
3 credits
This course is designed to allow students to be able to assess the current economic, social and political climate in relation to small business development. In addition, students will learn how demographic, technological and social changes create opportunities for small business ventures.
BUS 1035 - Database and Data Spreadsheets
3 credits
Provides hands-on computer experience to learn the commands, functions, database capabilities, and use of macros (short program) of an electronic software program. These spreadsheets are useful for business,
accounting, engineering, science, and personal-record keeping. Introduces the concept of a computerized database management system and how this powerful management tool can be used in various business applications, database concepts, and its practical application to business problems.
BUS 1055 - Business Communication
3 credits
This course encompasses the various elements that produce effective communication in a business setting. Topics include types of written and oral communication applied across a variety of purposes, nonverbals, cross cultural communication, and communication related to seeking employment.
BUS 1080 - Personal Finance
3 credits
An overview of personal and family financial planning with an emphasis on financial record keeping, planning your spending, tax planning, consumer credit, making buying decisions, purchasing decisions, purchasing insurance, selecting investments, and retirement and estate planning.
BUS 2001 - Business Computers
3 credits
This course will introduce students to the role of computers in business. Students will explore various hardware platforms and devices currently used by all types of companies. The course will include Windows operating system and Apple. Students will gain experience using Microsoft Office and other products to create various documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Students will also explore the foundations of the Internet and its use for researching relevant information.
BUS 2020 - Principles of Management
3 credits
A broad-based course in management fundamentals as they apply to management as a career. Includes the study of current philosophies and approaches as they apply to the successful practice of the profession. This course includes a study of current management principles and motivational/leadership skills that may be utilized in the business world.
BUS 2035 - Principle of Financial Management
3 credits
This course is designed to provide exposure to the broad range of topics and techniques found in financial management. The major areas covered include: the financial environment, financial statements, analysis and planning, working capital management, stocks and bonds, capital budgeting, and capital structure.
BUS 2040 - The Legal Environment of Business
3 credits
This course focuses on the consideration of the forms and functions of law in society with an emphasis on public law and the regulation of business activities.
BUS 2060 - Introduction to Business Plan Development
3 credits
The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with how small businesses are created, operate, and function in the American economy. Students will demonstrate knowledge by developing a formal business plan suitable for a small business start-up.
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It is awesome here at the FDLTCC Education Program because it is like a family here, if you need help or are struggling with anything, you have quite a few people who will help you out.
I chose FDLTCC because of its size and the curriculum. When I first came here in 2019, I was just looking for what I needed to volunteer, perhaps in a crisis shelter. I met with Don Jarvinen, and the rest is history.
My favorite thing about FDLTCC is the people. I’ve met fantastic students, faculty and staff who go above and beyond what I expected.
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