Harris School of Business

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Philosophy of Career Education

Harris School of Business is a private, post-secondary school that offers students an opportunity to pursue practical career education in the business, legal, and allied health fields, with emphasis on administrative office support careers.

All students at Harris School of Business must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent. Beyond that, Harris School of Business seeks students who have a true desire to apply themselves toward succeeding in their chosen career path. The following types of students are often attracted to what our institution offers:
Students who are eager to complete a training program designed to prepare individuals within three to nine months for an administrative office support position in either the business, legal or medical field.

Students who are interested in learning and higher education, but whose immediate desire to develop employable skills takes priority over the goal of committing to a long-term educational commitment.
The programs at Harris School of Business are compact and intensive. Through completion of a short-term training program at our institution, students can develop confidence and a foundation for life-long learning through on-the-job training or going on to college for higher education.

Mission and Objectives

The Harris School of Business dedicates itself to providing our students with quality post-secondary training so that they may have the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain administrative support positions leading to a successful career in the business and/or professional world.

Our objectives are:
to offer curriculums which prepare students for successful employment in a modern office environment;
to maintain the quality of our instructional programs through utilizing qualified instructors and updating the curriculums as needed;
to motivate our students to grow personally and professionally, while fostering an appreciation for the attitudes and work ethic which are desirable for successful employment; and
to maintain connections with the community so that our training and placement efforts will be attuned to serving the needs of our students and their potential employers.

History

The school was founded by Ethel S. Harris, and it continues today to be owned and managed by two of her children. After being widowed at a young age with three children, Mrs. Harris made the decision to start her own business in order to support her family. She founded Harris Employment Service in 1959 in Camden, New Jersey. The school was later established in 1965 as a training extension to the placement services which were provided to clients of the employment service. The school obtained national accreditation in 1978 and moved in 1980 to its present location on Route 38 in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, where it continues to serve the local community.

It is no coincidence that a family atmosphere and caring environment are two of the school's most enduring qualities. This is a family-owned business whose founder knew first-hand the importance of having employable skills to support oneself and one's family. From the school's inception, the founder and her successors have had a special regard for people in transition who want to succeed in spite of obstacles.

The school has continuously provided quality training to thousands of people since its founding in 1965. Its community base and excellent reputation with employers are two of the reasons why a diploma from Harris School of Business can open doors of opportunity for its graduates.

Admission Procedures

The standard requirement for admission is a high school diploma or its equivalent, a GED certificate. Other considerations for acceptance are the applicant's ability to successfully complete a curriculum within the allotted time frame, as well as the appropriateness of the program in preparing an applicant for his or her stated career goal.

Persons desiring to apply for admission should contact the school directly for information. Applicants must:

Complete a personal interview with an Admissions Representative.
Pass an entrance test required of all applicants.
Receive written acceptance into school by the Director or his designee.
Sign a statement attesting to the fact that he or she possesses a high school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Complete an enrollment agreement, accompanied by a non-refundable $25 application fee.

Prior Learning Credit

Harris School of Business is committed to helping its students complete their training objective without needless repetition of previously learned skills obtained through on-the-job training or prior education. For that reason, our institution considers the time spent with prospective students in the admissions interview to be very important in selecting the appropriate program for their needs.

Incoming students with advanced skills or prior education may be eligible to waive some courses toward a diploma at this institution. If you have advanced skills and believe you may be a candidate for Prior Learning Credit, inform the Admissions Representative. It would be helpful if you can bring your most recent resume or transcript from a previous institution to the admissions interview.