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Piccolo Educational Systems, Inc. provides online postsecondary education services. The company offers undergraduate degree programs and certificates in business-related disciplines, such as accounting, digital marketing, finance, marketing, real estate investing, and small business management, as well as undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certificates in construction management and technology. PIU is offering associate of science degrees and bachelor of business administration degrees in accounting, digital marketing, finance, marketing, real estate investing, and small business management. The company, through Capital Pacific University, LLC, and its wholly owned subsidiary, Institute of Construction Management and Technology, LLC, (ICMT), expanded its product offerings to include a bachelor of science, master of science, and master of business administration programs. It is reviewing the feasibility of additional degree programs and certificates in areas, such as property management, practice management, green construction, alternative energy and other related disciplines. The company designs its courses to educate working adults, defined as students aged 25 or older who are pursuing a degree while running a small business or being employed. Degree Programs and Curricula Associate of Science degree: The Associate of Science (AS) degree programs offer academic emphases in accounting, digital marketing, finance, marketing, real estate investing, and small business management. Instruction covers bases of communications, social and behavioral sciences, humanities, math, and science. Bachelor of Business Administration degree: The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program offers academic majors in accounting, digital marketing, finance, marketing, real estate investing, digital marketing, and small business management. Instruction covers bases of communications, social and behavioral sciences, humanities, math and science. While the BBA curriculum tailors course content for individuals particularly interested in entrepreneurial business ventures, it also provides a platform for those seeking employment at the management level. Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Technology degree: The company’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management and Technology degree program prepares students for general operational aspects of working in the construction industry. Students examine various elements of construction methodology, project safety, land development, and environmental impact. The BS program positions its graduates to oversee the planning and execution of construction projects. Master of Science in Construction Technology degree: The Master of Science (MS) in Construction Technology prepares students for the supervisory level of construction projects. Students focus on quality in project management, including scheduling, estimating, control, and the legal and developmental aspects of the design process. Students in the MS program complete 36-credit hours to meet graduation requirements. Master of Business Administration degree in Construction Management: The company’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Construction Management prepares students for managerial opportunities in the construction field. Students focus on key elements of business, leadership, ethics, management, and technological innovation. Topics also include corporate construction structure, legal and issues in the industry and a specialized project guided by a mentor from the construction field. Students in the MBA program complete 36 credit hours to meet graduation requirements. Certificate programs: Along with its degree programs, the company offers certificate programs in accounting, digital marketing, finance, marketing, real estate investing, small business management, construction operations, home and building inspection, land management, and project management. The certificate programs are designed to give students a basic foundation in major areas of the business, real estate or construction fields. Competition The company's competitors include University of Phoenix; Grand Canyon University; Walden University; and Capella University.