College of Southern Idaho BME Program

💥BME Students past and present, please take note!💥
Our fearless leader, Robin Bagent, is retiring. After years of dedicated service to this program and its students, we want to honor her dedication. 💖 We have an online portal where you can leave a message for her. It only takes a minute!
If you have not yet received the link, please email [email protected] and it will be sent! Thank you for taking a moment to acknowledge this amazing woman who has been a mentor to so many.😊

BME students, be sure to always ask for the student discount! Whether you are studying in person or online, many retailers and restaurants offer college student savings. Get in the habit of asking, small savings add up! 😎

The best college student discounts: Where to find them and how to use them College students are heading back to campus this month. Here are the retailers offering student discounts so you can save on back-to-school shopping.

Excellent quick read! #1 on the list is "Create a Business Plan". This needed skill is the focus of our BUSM262 Entrepreneurship Essentials. 👍

Council Post: The Best Business Advice These 10 Entrepreneurs Have Ever Received Many times, an advisor turns into a true mentor who can offer guidance, support, motivation and understanding when times get tough, as well as the advice needed to help get you back on your feet.

Alexa,
do my homework.

As part of the College of Southern Idaho BME Program, students will participate in the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute's exam. Or "the NOCTI", as we lovingly refer to it. 😁 The test helps ensure that program directives are in line with needed business and management concepts. If you haven't discussed the NOCTI with Robin, please do so. You got this!

What Is NOCTI? What is the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute? Why are they so important? Learn all about NOCTI certifications and why they matter in CTE!

China Panda is Ketchum's original Chinese restaurant in the Wood River Valley. The restaurant's manager is also a BME student utilizing class projects in real time to build marketing and management strategies for the coming year. If you're in the area, don't miss these egg rolls! YUMMY! 🐼

🌟Happy New Year! 🌟What are your goals for 2023? I hope they involve the College of Southern Idaho BME Program! 😁This is an interesting quick read about learning and growth mindset. There is still time to register for classes! We look forward to seeing you next week!

5 ways to learn new things in the new year Adults can continue to learn new things if they follow a few simple rules.

Who's ready for the holiday break? 😀

This week, Project Management students presented their revamp of CSI's QR Code Tour. 📣 With help from the IT department, students were able to improve tour contents and user experience. Excellent work team! For more info, visit the website https://qrtour.csi.edu/

🌟Digital marketing skills are IN DEMAND!🌟
In BUSM 245 Social & Electronic Marketing, you'll learn to: build a customer centric website, leverage social media, search engine optimization and design for UX. Not great with a computer? Not sure what these terms mean? Well then this class is for YOU! Space is available for both online and in-person Spring sections.

Digital marketing skills are in demand - SmartBrief Digital marketing, including SEO and Google Ads knowledge, is among the top trending skills in the US, per Preply analysis.

Have you registered yet for spring term? Business Management/Entrepreneurship classes are 'hands-on' with fun activities in EVERY class. These pictures are from the "Training Others" assignment. As you can tell...we do have fun. :-) Give Robin a call to learn more about the program or to get enrolled. 208-732-6392 www.csi.edu/programs/bme Classes start January 9th.

Are you struggling? Concerned about finals? Confused about projects? Whether you need assignment help, clarification, or just an encouraging word... your Professors and Instructors are here.😍 We exist to serve YOU... and we know you can do this! Please reach out if you need anything.

Honoring all who have served and are serving. Thank you to our veterans. ❤️🇺🇸 The campus is closed today for the Veteran's Day holiday.

BUSM 181 Human Resources Management explores the functions and employment of human resources to achieve organizational strategic goals. Spaces are open for spring, both online and in person. ⭐️Register today!⭐️ Entrepreneur magazine discusses the increasingly important role of employee experience to businesses of all size. For the full article:

3 Ways Leaders Can Boost Employee Retention Employers can bolster retention efforts by focusing on the candidate and employee experience.

Recreation is a very important part of BME students' health, both physical and mental. What better way to unwind this semester than with relaxing yoga? CSI Recreation Center offers drop-in yoga classes and yoga rooms with mats and blocks you may use at any time.
With the instructor or without,
stretching your muscles is nice, no doubt. 😁

College of Southern Idaho BME Program rated #4 in the nation. Wow! Imagine if they met our students... we'd be #1 for sure 🙂

The Best Online Associate In Entrepreneurship Programs Find the best online entrepreneurship associate degrees and further your career with skills from an accredited online degree.

👻Happy Halloween👻 Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful evening!

Yesterday, BME students toured CSI's Applied Technology and Innovation Center.🌟 We learned about current manufacturing trends, production innovations, and supply chain issues... and had fun doing it! Many thanks to Manufacturing Technology Instructor James Kellis for the opportunity.

Many thanks to Krissy Goff, Marketing & Advertising Manager and Regan Harr, Marketing Assistant at TheMagicTeam who presented to students this week about current marketing trends and careers. Said Goff, "Pursue your passion! Choose something you enjoy doing and a company you are happy at". Thank you to TheMagicTeam for your commitment to our community and the great insight you brought to our classes. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wishing you an excellent long weekend! 😃 Don't forget the campus will be closed Monday, October 10th in honor of Columbus Day.

Very thankful for our guest speakers Christy Hawkins and Nate Bird of Townsquare Media. Both visited classes this week to discuss the future of digital, and the vast array of career opportunities available. Thank you Christy and Nate, we appreciate you! 🙂

This week, Social and Electronic Marketing students were visited by Idaho State University's NIATEC program. Big thanks to Alexander Nielson and Matthew Elliott who talked with students about cybersecurity threats and prevention. Said Nielson, "cybersecurity is a reality for all business professionals". NIATEC, the National Information Assurance Training and Education Center, is a consortium of academic, industry, and government organizations to improve the awareness, training and education standards in Information Assurance. It is the federally designated cornerstone for essential education and training components of a strong Information Assurance initiative. The center develops components of effective Information Assurance infrastructure for academic, industrial and governmental organizations. For more information, visit them online at http://cobhomepages.cob.isu.edu/schou/niatec.htm

Today, BME students donated to their fellow campus community at Gilbert’s Pantry. They were welcomed by President Fisher, who took time to speak with them about the importance of considering others. Gilbert’s Pantry was created to support students in need. They offer food, hygiene products and school supplies. Gilbert’s Pantry is located on the second floor of the Taylor building behind the cafeteria in the Student Affairs office. No matter your situation, Gilbert's Pantry is here to help! Big thanks to Assistant Dean of Students, Rosa Lopez for her time today, and the impact she makes for CSI students!

So excited to have our BME students back! 😆 In cased you missed it... here's 15 of the best TV shows set in college. Which one is your favorite?

15 of the best TV shows set in college Here's a countdown of 15 of the best series, according to IMDb, that illuminate the interactions and intricacies of college life.

Today marks the start of Fall semester. What is your resolution for the academic year? Whatever it is... we know you can do it! Have a splendid first day. We're so glad you're here. 😀

The CSI Business Management/ Entrepreneurship Program is seeking community business leaders willing to serve as Advisory Board members. The panel will meet for a few hours in both Spring and Fall to give input for coming semesters’ programs. Our aim is align program objectives with current Magic Valley employer’s demands. Applicants should be in a position to provide current, relevant industry insights in management, business, marketing or entrepreneurship. If you would be interested in joining our volunteer panel, please email [email protected]

CSI's new Bachelors of Applied Science degree in Operations Management begins this semester. This BAS Degree serves to provide a pathway for students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science Degree from a variety of disciplines and wish to obtain knowledge and skills necessary for employment in a supervisory or managerial role in a variety of settings, including in the food processing industry.
Develop: Communication Skills, Critical Thinking Skills and gain Management Knowledge.
This degree may be a great continuation for BME graduates. Are you a BME graduate looking to continue your education? If so, this program may be right for you!
Learn more at http://ow.ly/KQwe50Kj9kt