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Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (6-12)
About the Business Education Degree Program (BMIT)
You understand the business world, and you want to pass that knowledge on to the next generation of students. If you’re looking for a Business Education degree and want to teach business and technology classes, consider a Business, Marketing, and Information Technology (BMIT) field endorsement from Wayne State College. You’ll be ready to teach business, marketing, keyboarding, information technology, and career education courses in grades 6-12. You’ll also be eligible for the Work-Based Learning supplemental endorsement to implement career and technical education courses and experiences in your school.
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Our Focus is Results
Wayne State has the keys to your success and offers just what you need to become well prepared for the real world.
Skills Learned
- Principles of economics
- Personal finance
- Foundation of human resource management
- Accounting
- Principles of marketing and advertising
- Conducting international business
- Office systems and technology
- Information management and processing
- Office systems and technologies
- Presentation and public speaking
- Oral and written communication
- Critical thinking
- Planning and coordinating
- Professional code of conduct
Possible Careers
- Business teacher
- Computer teacher
- Career counselor
- Marketing teaching
- Accounting teacher
- Keyboarding instructor
- Information technology teacher
- Academic advisor
- Vocational instructor
- Educational administrator
- Business manager
- Career coordinator
Employers
- Middle schools
- High schools
- Business schools
- Vocational schools
- Career development companies
- Colleges and universities
- Businesses and corporations
- Government offices
- Non-profit organizations
- Self-employment
Learn From the Best
Our faculty are accomplished professionals that have been recognized as experts in their fields. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll be sure to receive an excellent education in the Business Education degree (BMIT) program.
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, internships, and more.
Clubs and Organizations
- College Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO)
- Delta Sigma Pi (collegiate business organization)
- FBLA Collegiate
- Sigma Beta Delta
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester.
Opportunities
- Northeast Nebraska Teacher Academy (NENTA) - Develop your classroom skills and get paid at the same time.
- Peer tutoring and mentoring programs – Help fellow students master their courses and improve their skills, or be part of a support system for new students, all while gaining valuable experience for your resume.
- Study Abroad - Earn credit toward your degree while experiencing exciting global adventures overseas.
Clinical Practice
As a student majoring in Business, Marketing, and IT Education, you will complete a semester of clinical practice in a school district chosen with the help of your advisor. During this semester, you’ll work closely with an experienced teacher to gain classroom experience. Internships are not required as part of this program; however, Career Services is available to help students find employment opportunities.
