Course Number and Title:
BUS 275 Business Administration Internship
Campus Location
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Manually registered for BUS 275 by program advisor for their last semester of the program
Course Credits and Hours
4 credit(s)
1 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
This is an internship course where students integrate practical work experience with the cumulative knowledge and skills obtained throughout the Business Administration Program. Students develop personal, professional, and additional academic competencies during the internship.
Disclaimer
This course requires a minimum of 90 hours of internship in a business-related setting approved by the BUS department. Many workplace experiences require that a student must pass a criminal background check and for some positions a health and/or drug screening (this cost is to be paid by the student). Students must provide their own transportation to and from the internship site and seminar.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
Implement a comprehensive career planning process. (CCC 1, 3, 4, 5; PGC 1, 3, 4, 5)
Demonstrate professional interviewing techniques. (CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Apply content knowledge and skills in a professional work setting. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
Implement a comprehensive career planning process.
Evaluate appropriate career objectives and applicable skills.
Develop a professional summary that is targeted to a potential position.
Develop an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)-compliant résumé to highlight education, skills, and experience.
Write a professional, targeted cover letter and thank you letter.
Create a career portfolio to include résumé, awards/honors, work samples, certificates, digital badges, etc.
Demonstrate professional interviewing techniques.
Develop a personal statement to sell skills and relate them to a potential position.
Develop a professional networking profile.
Use professional strategies during interviews.
Apply content knowledge and skills in a professional work setting.
Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct as expected.
Demonstrate appropriate work behaviors to include appropriate dress, neatness, efficiency, organization, meeting deadlines, and punctuality.
Demonstrate effective technical skills in a professional work setting.
Document evidence of content knowledge and skills and apply to personal, educational, and career goals.
Reflect on your application of content knowledge and skills focusing on personal, educational, and career goals
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
= |
A |
| 80-89 |
= |
B |
| 70-79 |
= |
C |
| 0-69 |
= |
F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative Assessments |
Career Portfolio | 20% |
Internship Presentation | 10% |
Final Internship Evaluation | 30% |
Formative Assessments |
The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to: - Discussions
- Reflections
- Activities
| 40% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Integrate professional, ethical, and legal standards into business decision-making.
- Apply foundational business concepts that lead to strategic thinking and the ability to analyze complex problems.
- Use professional and technology based skills that are relevant to the dynamic business environment.
- Employ effective communication skills and collaboration strategies to promote positive organizational outcomes.
- Apply skills necessary to analyze and interpret business and financial data for decision-making purposes.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.