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We offer classes and majors that will be the next high-demand professions of the global economy. From International Business to Electronic Game Programming, our majors have an eye toward the future. Not sure what you want to study? Use our program finder to search our majors and programs by career outcome, your goals, division or your personality.

Occupation by Major

  • Accounting
    • CPA
    • Controller
    • Public Accountant

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  • Broadcasting

    Career Opportunities Include:

    Assignment editor
    Audio engineer
    Audio recording
    Broadcast technician
    Community relations director
    Concert tour manager
    Independent producer
    Master control operator
    Multimedia producer
    News director
    News reporter/anchor
    On-air meteorologist
    Radio personality
    Recording production assistant
    Sports anchor
    Studio manager
    Technical director
    TV director
    TV producer
    Video editor
    Writer

    Broadcasters work in:

    Advertising agencies
    Commercial TV stations
    Commercial radio stations
    Corporate/Industrial television
    Internet media
    Local cable systems
    News feed services
    Public television stations
    Public radio stations
    Public relations firms
    Radio and television networks
    Syndication services
    Wire services

     

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  • Business

    If a career right after college is your goal, then Champlain offers a great formula for success -- get the experience that employers want as part of your degree. By identifying your career clusters early, you may have up to six credits (two courses) of Business studies that can be taken as internships!

    It is not unusual for students to be offered employment at their place of internship or find that the internship is a major factor in landing their first job. If your goal is to find a career, we've got both the program and support systems to help you get there.

    Whether you decide to use your new skills immediately in the job market or in graduate studies, you'll have the long-term career mobility that comes from a well-rounded business education. Your firm grasp of entry-level skills in two areas of your choice will help jump-start your career!

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  • Communication
    • Print and broadcast news
    • Advertising
    • Public relations
    • Human Resources
    • Mediator
    • Radio broadcasting
    • New media journalism
    • Electronic media production
    • Programming
    • Audio engineer
    • Communications specialist
    • Community relations director
    • Concert tour manager
    • Master control operator
    • Media planner
    • Media relations specialist
    • Media buyerPromotions manager
    • Political strategist
    • Speech writer
    • Studio manager
    • Talent agent
    • Technical director
    • TV director or producer

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  • Computer & Digital Forensics
    • Computer Forensics Analyst
    • Incident Responder, Security Engineer, Computer Forensics
    • Forensics Computer Examiner
    • Computer Forensics/Security Specialist
    • Database Analyst/Computer Forensics Associate
    • Forensic Analyst
    • Computer Scientist/Consultant
    • Senior Security Manager

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  • Computer Information Technology
  • Computer Networking & Information Security
    Students graduating from the Computer Networking and Information Security have a background that prepares them to start working as network server admininistrators, help desk personnel, network administrators, or security professionals. Graduates have found jobs in locally as well as Boston and points south. Networking and Security positions are not likely to be outsourced overseas. The growth of network security jobs has just begun as companies realize they must devote more reseources to this area.

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  • Criminal Justice
  • Digital Filmmaking
  • Early Childhood/ Elementary Education
  • Education
  • Environmental Policy

    Where You Could Work

    • Governmental agencies: Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Agriculture, Food & Drug Administration
    • Lobbying firms
    • County & Regional Planning Offices
    • International organizations
    • Environmental/Economic Consulting
    • Food & Beverage Companies
    • Universities & Colleges
    • Safety & Consumers Offices
    • Industry Trade Organizations

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  • Event Management

    Event planning and management encompasses a wide array of business, social, cultural, educational, sport, music, and political activities. From private parties and promotional events to massive conventions and city-wide celebrations, these are just a few of the roles available in the field of event management:

    • Association Meeting/Convention Planner
    • Trade Show Director
    • Conference Coordinator
    • Special Event Coordinator for a venue
    • Festival Director
    • Wedding or Party Planner
    • Public Relations Director
    • Fundraising Director for non-profit organization
    • Corporate Training Director
    • Convention Bureau Marketing & Sales Manager

    Jobs Reported By Recent Graduates

    • General Manager, Troy Pub & Brewery & Revolution Hall music venue (Troy, NY)
    • Assistant Event Coordinator, Delaney Meeting & Event Management (Burlington, VT)
    • Assistant Event Coordinator, The Waterview (Monroe, CT)
    • Arts & Entertainment Assistant, Burton Snowboards (Burlington, VT)
    • Event Coordinator, Champlain College Conference & Event Center
    • Event Coordinator, Washington-Dulles Airport Marriott (Washington, DC)
    • Catering Sales Manager, Hilton Hotel Burlington (VT)

    Earnings Potential

    According to The Meeting Professional's 2002 Salary Survey, average earning in the field of event management were:

    • Corporate Meeting Planner: $39,500 - $76,500
    • Meetings/Conference Manager: $54,598 - $65,951
    • Event Coordinator: $41,500 - $47,113
    • Independent Event Planner (consultant): $55,000 - $64,231 (source: Money Magazine and Salary.com)

    Note that for each of the positions listed above, the top salaries were significantly higher than these averages!

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  • Game Art & Animation

    3D Development

    • 3D Modeler
    • Texture Artist
    • 3D Animator
    • 3D Environmental Artist
    • 3D Level Artist
    • 3D Character Artist
    • Technical Artist

    2D Development

    • Web artist
    • 2D Animator
    • Interface Artist
    • Concept Artist

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  • Game Design

    2D and 3D game development in the video game entertainment and "serious" game industries, as well as other interactive media.

    • Game Design
    • Level Design
    • Level Scripting
    • Game Narrative Writing
    • Game Production and Management

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  • Game Programming
  • Graphic Design & Digital Media

    Career Opportunities in Graphic Design and Digital Media

    • Design Studios
    • Corporate Communications
    • Creative Direction
    • Illustration
    • Product Design
    • Web site Design
    • Advertising Design
    • Public Relations

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  • Hotel/Restaurant Management

    The hospitality and tourism industry is one of the fastest growing segments in Vermont, the U.S. and across the globe, ensuring a strong demand for employees and managers for decades to come. In Vermont and nationally, the hospitality industry is currently the second largest employer. As in any competitive industry, there is a clear need for educated, well-trained people to staff, manage and create the thousands of hotels, restaurants, resorts and special events that will service the rising demand for these services.

    The lodging and foodservice industries offer a tremendous number of opportunities, whether you desire to own your own business or work your way up the corporate ladder--and there are lucrative and creative positions available all over the world! Here is a quick sampling of career roles in hotels and restaurants:

    • Hotel general manager
    • Marketing and sales director
    • Conference and event coordinator
    • Food and beverage director
    • Catering director
    • Hotel front desk manager
    • Executive housekeeper
    • Country innkeeper
    • Restaurant general manager
    • Regional manager
    • Dining room manager or Maitre d'
    • Kitchen or bar manager
    • Private club manager
    • Corporate or college foodservice director
    • Private caterer

    Jobs Reported by Recent Graduates

    • General Manager, Troy Pub & Brewery & Revolution Hall music venue (Troy, NY)
    • Banquet Manager, The Inn at Essex (Essex, VT)
    • Catering Coordinator, Hilton Hotel & Conference Center (Burlington, VT)
    • Assistant Event Planner, Food For Thought Catering (New York, NY)
    • General Manager, Days Inn (Colchester, VT)
    • Front Office Manager, Marriott Residence Inn (Portsmouth, NH)
    • Kitchen Manager, Splash! at the Boathouse (Burlington, VT)
    • Catering Sales Manager, Sheraton-Burlington Hotel & Conference Center
    • Assistant Manager, One Flight Up Restaurant at the Burlington International Airport
    • Front Desk Agent, Imperial Hotel (Tokyo, Japan)
    • Cruise Catering Director, Northern Lights Cruise Ship (Lake Champlain, VT)A student working as a restaurant host

    Earnings Potential

    A recent nationwide survey by HVS Executive Search for the year 2005 revealed the following average salary ranges for hotel and restaurant managers, depending on the size and type of the property. Note that salaries will vary significantly depending on the size, location and type of hotel or restaurant you manage. Generally, the larger and more expensive the property is (more revenue, more employees), the higher the salaries for the managers.

    • Hotel General Manager: $55,112 - $150,000
    • Front Office Manager: $31,000 - $67,000
    • Director of Marketing Sales: $64,767 - $106,527
    • Executive Housekeeper: $40,314 - $58,682
    • Food & Beverage Director: $61,902 - $87,418
    • Catering Sales Manager: $35,824 - $41,795
    • Restaurant General Manager, full-service: $51,358
    • Assistant Restaurant Manager: $37,507
    • Regional Manager, chain restaurant: $77,567

    Note that for each of the positions listed above, the top salaries were significantly higher than these averages!

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  • International Business

    A degree in International Business can lead to an exciting career. Some of the possibilities include:

    • CEO
    • International Sales and Marketing Manager
    • International Finance
    • Analyst/Manager
    • Import/Export Specialist
    • Freight Forwarding Manager
    • International Insurance Manager
    • International Investment Manager
    • International Financing Manager
    • International Banking
    • International Manufacturing Supervisor
    • International Human Resources Manager/Director
    • International Education Specialist
      Positions within the United Nations Organization
    • Foreign Direct Investment Recruiter
    • Export Development/Assistance Specialist
    • Small/Large Business Counselor
      ...and thousands more ...

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  • Marketing

    The career opportunities in marketing are seemingly endless. From small businesses to international corporations, every kind of company, organization and government agency relies on marketing expertise.

    According to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, "College graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity, and strong communication skills should have the best job opportunities. Those who have new media and interactive marketing skills will be particularly sought after." And jobs within the marketing sector, including advertising, marketing, promotions and sales, are expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through 2010.

    Some Career Opportunities Include:

    Advertising Track

    • Client associate
    • Account coordinator
    • Advertising account representative
    • Advertising sales
    • Advertising coordinator

    Marketing Management Track

    • Marketing specialist
    • Marketing writer/coordinator
    • Marketing promotions
    • Entry-level sales
    • Marketing communications coordinator
    • Media sales

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  • Mass Communication
    • Print and broadcast news
    • Advertising
    • Public relations
    • Radio broadcasting
    • New media journalism
    • Electronic media production
    • Programming
    • Audio engineer
    • Communications specialist
    • Community relations director
    • Concert tour manager
    • Master control operator
    • Media planner
    • Media relations specialist
    • Media buyerPromotions manager
    • Political strategist
    • Speech writer
    • Studio manager
    • Talent agent
    • Technical director
    • TV director or producer

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  • Media Communications
  • Middle School Education
  • Paralegal Studies

    Paralegal opportunities are projected to grow faster than average, as paralegals increasingly perform many legal tasks formerly carried out by lawyers. Law is a dynamic and ever-changing discipline; paraprofessionals' research skills and expertise are essential to the successful functioning of the law field. Your paralegal training at Champlain will allow you to work as a paralegal anywhere in the country.

    Paralegal graduates find jobs in law firms, banks, government agencies, insurance companies and large corporations reviewing corporate contracts, doing regulatory compliance, or as a researcher or investigator.

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics: "While some paralegals train on the job, employers increasingly prefer graduates of postsecondary paralegal education programs, especially graduates of 4-year paralegal programs or college graduates who have completed paralegal certificate programs."

     

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  • Professional Writing

    The demand for writers, especially imaginative and technically proficient writers with a wide range of interests, has never been greater. Effective writing is an essential and powerful skill in virtually every profession. In addition, many writers work in a freelance fashion as entrepreneurs, and the Professional Writing Program teaches its majors how to survive and prosper in this demanding but liberating environment.

    What Are Our Recent Grads Up To?

    • Writing for Rolling Stone
    • Writing for Global Traveler magazine
    • Teaching English in Thailand
    • Writing grants for non-profit organizations
    • Studying for an MFA in poetry
    • Freelance book editing
    • Copy-editing for an academic press
    • Writing about wine in California
    • Working for AmeriCorps
    • Traveling in Alaska and China
    • Writing for a major global non-profit organization
    • Writing and editing an online magazine for teenagers with diabetes

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  • Psychology

    Affirmative action coordinator
    Arbitrator
    Benefits manager
    Compensation specialist
    Education specialist
    Employee relations representative
    Employee welfare officer/manager
    Employment specialist
    Human resources manager
    Interviewer
    Job analyst
    Management analyst
    Mediator
    Occupation analyst
    Personnel consultant
    Personnel director
    Recreation specialist
    Recruiter
    Salary administrator
    Trainer

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  • Public Relations
    • Account Executive
    • Audio/Video Production Specialist
    • Communications Specialist
    • Desktop publishing specialists
    • Marketing Support Personnel
    • Media Relations Specialist
    • Media Buyers
    • Promotions Manager
    • Political Strategist
    • Public Opinion Strategist
    • Public Relations Specialist
    • Publicist
    • Recruiter
    • Special Event Planner
    • Speech writer

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  • Radiography
    • Radiographer
    • Mammography
    • Computed Tomography
    • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Note: Both a primary and post-primary track)
    • Quality Management
    • Bone Densitometry
    • Cardiac-Interventional Radiography
    • Vascular-Interventional RadiographyCardiovascular-Interventional Radiography (Note: No longer available for new candidates)

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  • Secondary Education
  • Social Work
  • Software Engineering for Emerging Technologies
  • Undeclared
  • Web Development and Design
    • Web developer
    • Web content manager
    • Database manager
    • Programmer
    • System analysis
    • Web analytics

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Personality

  • Realistic

    Practical Doers. Realistic students prefer to take an active hands-on approach involving construction, mechanical or outdoor activities. Read more and see potential majors.

    • Interests and traits of Realistic students include:

      Refinishing furniture; growing plants/flowers; playing sports; hunting/fishing; woodworking; coaching team sports; building models, repairing cars, equipment, etc.; target shooting; landscaping; tinkering with machines/vehicles; working outdoors; building things; tending/training animals; working on electronic equipment; taking exercise classes; mechanical or electrical drawings; machines; working with plants and gardening; and sees self as practical, mechanical, and realistic.

       

    • Potential Majors:

      Broadcasting, Computer Networking & Information Security, Criminal Justice, Radiography
  • Investigative

    Scientific problem solvers. Investigative students prefer to take an analytic approach involving research, experimentation, or diagnosis. Read more and see potential majors.

    • Interests and traits of Investigative students include:

      Participating in a book club; studying astronomy, geology, and biology; doing crossword puzzles/board games; preserving endangered species; working with computers; visiting museums; collecting rocks, stamps, coins, etc.; researching; exploring a variety of ideas; working independently; performing lab experiments; read scientific or technical journals; analyzing data; dealing with abstractions; studying and solving math or science problems; is good at understanding and solving science and math problems; values science; and sees self as precise, scientific, and intellectual.

    • Potential Majors:

      Computer & Digital Forensics, Computer Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Psychology
  • Artistic

    Creative Communicators. Artistic students prefer to take a self-expressive or creative approach involving art/design, music, or writing. Read more and see potential majors.

  • Enterprising

    Active Persuaders. Enterprising students prefer to influence or lead others through selling the merits of ideas or products. Read more and see potential majors.

    • Interests and traits of Enterprising students include:

      Discussing politics; reading business journals; watching the stock market,;attending meetings and conferences; selling products; leading campus or community organizations; being elected to office; winning a leadership or sales award; starting your own service or business; campaigning politically; meeting important people; having power or status or a home business; leading and persuading people; selling things and ideas; values success in politics, leadership, or business; sees self as energetic, ambitious, and sociable.

       

       

    • Potential Majors:

      Business, International Business, Marketing, Mass Communication, Media Communications, Public Relations
  • Social

    Empathic Helpers. Social students prefer to take a helping or altruistic approach involving teaching, developing, or caring for others. Read more and see potential majors.

    • Interests and traits of Social students include:

      Volunteering with social action groups; writing letters; joining campus or community organizations; helping others with personal concerns; meeting new friends,;attending sporting events; caring for children; attending religious activities; going to parties; playing team sports; working in groups; helping people with problems; participating in meetings; doing volunteer work; working with young people; serving others; teaching, nursing, or giving first aid; providing information; helping people and solving social problems; and sees self as helpful, friendly, and trustworthy.

       

       

    • Potential Majors:

      Early Childhood/ Elementary Education, Education, Middle School Teacher Education, Secondary Education
  • Conventional

    Careful Organizers. Conventional students prefer to take an orderly approach to organizing and managing finances, procedures, or data. Read more and see potential majors.

    • Interests and traits of Conventional students include:

      Collecting memorabilia; arranging and organizing household or workshop, etc.; playing computer or card games; collecting any related objects; keeping club or family records and files; reading home magazines; studying tax laws; practicing Clutter's Last Stand; writing family history; working with numbers, records, or machines in a set, orderly way; generally avoids ambiguous, unstructured activities; working with written records and numbers in a systematic, orderly way; values success in business; and sees self as orderly, and good at following a set plan.

       

       

    • Potential Majors:

      Accounting, Paralegal Studies

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