Tunxis offers accelerated certificate program

FARMINGTON >> Tunxis Community College has announced a new accelerated Business Administration certificate program that can be completed in six months online, for those students who need the convenience and want to finish their certificate in a shorter time frame.

The 21-credit certificate is comprised of seven courses in accounting, business law and ethics, software applications, economics, management and marketing. Courses are offered fully online in 3-, 7- and 8-week semesters. Spring 2017 7-week accelerated business classes include “Business Software Applications” and “Principles of Finance,” starting Jan. 19 and March 20 respectively. Limited spots are still available in both courses.

Taught by Tunxis faculty, all courses from the certificate can also be applied toward the associate degree in business, shortening the time to finish the program’s associate degree as well.

The business program represents the largest field of study at Tunxis, helping to prepare students for growing employment opportunities with courses in accounting, management, business law, ethics, finance, economics, entrepreneurship and marketing. Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), the program stresses real-world business practices, leadership, decision-making and technology. During the final year of study, students are able to apply their knowledge in internships with the area’s leading employers.

Through guaranteed admissions programs and transfer agreements, Tunxis business students who complete an associate degree can seamlessly transfer their credits to a four-year baccalaureate business program at the Connecticut State Universities, UConn School of Business regional campuses, Charter Oak State College, and many private colleges.

Business continues to be among the top programs in greatest demand by employers, according to a 2016 job outlook study from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), which lists finance, business, accounting and marketing among the top bachelor’s degrees sought by companies hiring new college graduates.

Those who are interested in enrolling in prerequisites for the Tunxis online business courses are encouraged to sign up during Spring Credit Registration, which is underway now through January, with late registration on Jan. 17. For more information on the business program, call 860.773.1631, email afeest@ tunxis.edu, or visit Tunxis at tunxis.edu/ba. More information about online courses and requirements can be found at http://www.tunxis.edu/distance-learning/. Tunxis is located at the junction of Routes 6 and 177 in Farmington.

Residents can register to sing with chorus

DEEP RIVER >> Cappella Cantorum is celebrating its 48th Year in 2017.

Registration to sing with the chorus for selections from Phantom of the Opera, Les Mis and Die Fledermaus, (The Bat) The Party Scene, in English, will be held Monday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m.

Rehearsals are held at 7:30 p.m., at John Winthrop Middle School, 1 Winthrop Rd. Deep River.

Soloists will be chosen from the chorus. The concert will be held Sunday, March 26, at John Winthrop.

For details and information, visit https://www.cappellacantorum.org

Chambers to host Women in Business luncheon

CLINTON >> The Clinton and Madison Chambers of Commerce continue their Women in Business series on Tuesday, Jan. 10. The luncheon meeting will be held at The Log Cabin Restaurant, 232 East Main Street, Clinton beginning at noon. The luncheon will last until 1:30 p.m.

Speaker for the event is Dana Hilmer, a positive psychology practitioner. Through her consulting, coaching, speaking and workshops she helps people shift their mindset to achieve their potential and live their greatest possible life. Hilmer has been featured on hundreds of radio and television shows across the country and she speaks on topics related to happiness, optimal living, mastering your mindset and living with purpose. She lives in Madison with her husband and their three boys. More information can be found at DanaHilmer.com.

The event is open to all local business women. Cost is $15 per person, including tax and tip. Beverages not included. Pre-registration is required for this event and walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

Sponsors for the luncheon are Clinton Insurance Center, The Guilford Savings Bank, and Madison Investment Center. Anyone interested in attending can phone the Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 860669-3889.