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Job Seekers & Career Courses

Some of the prestigious companies that have hired our graduates

Master's in Accounting

PCS graduates have gone on to successful careers in both public and private accounting.

The PCS/ Fairleigh Dickinson program enables you to enter one of the most in-demand careers at a Master’s level.

  • Course Topics

    • Measuring
    • Planning & Control
    • Federal Tax I
    • Federal Tax II
    • Intermediate Financial Accountant I
    • Intermediate Financial Accountant II
    • Advanced Financial Accounting
    • Auditing Concepts & Methods
    • Applied Business Law
    • Finance for Accountants
    • Selected Accounting Topics
  • Career Opportunities

    • Accounting
    • Real Estate Tax
    • Compliance
    • Healthcare
    • Finance
    • Independent Audit
    • Internal Audit
    • Financial Planning Controller
  • The PCS Placement Advantage

    • 96% placement rate (2004-2017 men's division)
    • Two dedicated Accounting Recruiters
    • PCS has decades of relationships with hundreds of firms
    • PCS gets job leads from three offices, alumni and Agudah Network
  • FDU Master's in Accounting Program has been ranked by Eduniversal as one of the top Master's in Accounting programs in the United States (2019)

    • Eduniversal ranks Master's program worldwide
  • Degree

    Master's of Science in Accounting

  • Prerequisite Courses

    Principles of Accounting I & II, QuickBooks, Communications, Excel

  • Requirements

    BTL from an AARTS accredited institution or BA/BS required

  • Locations

    Serving Lakewood, Brooklyn, Monsey, Passaic, Queens, Five Towns

  • Schedule

    15-18 months

  • Frequency

    Twice a year

Some of the Prestigious Companies That Have Hired Our Accounting Graduates

I’d like to learn more about the
Master's in Accounting course!

Contact:

Yocheved Fishman
yocheved@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 665

Business Enrichment Course

Business skills and knowledge empower you to succeed in the business world.

Looking to find a job, start a business, or increase your salary?

  • Course Objective

    • This course is designed to provide a broad overview of many key business subjects and skills required to succeed in the business world.
  • Course Topics (partial listing)

    • Computers (Microsoft Office)
    • Sales
    • Accounting
    • Presentation Skills
    • Marketing
    • Financing
    • Interviewing Skills
    • Purchasing a Business
    • E-commerce
    • Negotiation
    • Management
    • Business Law
    • Risk Management
    • Money Management
    • Business Plan
    • Business Logistics
    • Quickbooks
    • Investments
    • Real Estate
    • Health Care
    • Import Export
    • Manufacturing
    • Online Marketing
  • Learn Business Skills To:

    • Get a good job
    • Start your own business
    • Increase your market value
  • Degree

    None

  • Prerequisite Courses

    None

  • Placement Assistance

    Decades of Relationships with hundreds of firms

  • Starting a Business

    PCS will assign a mentor

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey & Brooklyn, New York

  • Remote Class

    Available

  • Schedule

    Two-Three times a week, 7:15-9:15 p.m.

  • Next Class

    November 2020

I’d like to learn more about the
Business Enrichment Course course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Computer Programming and Technology Degree (Bachelor's)

Software development is the number one technology job for 2017. –US News and World Report

Our program prepares you to be a full stack developer. Technology changes constantly — that’s why we teach multiple languages and frameworks, as well as techniques to learn new programming languages quickly and effectively.

  • Topics covered

    • Basic Web Site Design
    • Web Development
    • Object-oriented design
    • Fundamentals of building interactive responsive websites
    • HTML request/response frameworks and APIs
    • Working with databases
    • Introduction to algorithms
    • Client-side programming
    • Scalable design patterns
    • Deployment techniques
    • Agile collaboration and workflows
  • Programming Languages

    • HTML
    • CSS
    • JavaScript
    • React
    • Angular
    • Node
    • MongoDB
    • SQL
    • Python
    • Java – Object Oriented Programing and Design
    • Data Structures
    • Design Patterns
  • Career Opportunities

    • Web development
    • Computer programming
    • App development
    • System engineering
    • Software development.
  • Degree

    NEW !! BACHELOR'S IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND TECHNOLOGY

  • Placement Assistance

    Decades of relationships with hundreds of firms.

  • Placement Rate

    PCS GRADUATES HAVE OVER 90%

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Remote Class

    Available

  • Schedule

    Two nights a week

  • Next Class

    September 2020

I’d like to learn more about the
Computer Programming and Technology Degree (Bachelor's) course!

Contact:

Sarah Massry
smassry@nj.pcsjobs.org
732-905-9700 x 610

Real Estate Investing & Beyond

One piece of information can help you make or lose serious money.

Learn from industry experts how to make the most of your investments, whether you are new to the field or looking to maximize your company’s growth and efficiency.

  • Course topics

    • Real Estate Sectors – Multifamily, Retail, Office
    • REO / Distressed / Foreclosures
    • Commercial Leases
    • Brokerage Careers
    • Sourcing and Leads
    • Deal Analysis and Underwriting
    • Value Add vs. Core
    • Contract Negotiations
    • Facets of Financing
    • Management Options
    • Raising Equity
    • Syndication
    • Cash on Cash Return
    • Risk vs. Reward
  • Degree

    None

  • Career Opportunities

    Real Estate Investing, Outside Management

  • REMOTE CLASSES

    Available

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Schedule

    One session per week for 14 weeks. 7:30-9:30 pm

I’d like to learn more about the
Real Estate Investing & Beyond course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Finding Opportunities in Real Estate

Learn how to find and make money in Real Estate.

This course is designed to give you a broad overview of all aspects of real estate and to increase your knowledge of how you can earn money in all the different sectors of real estate.

  • Course Topics

    • Single Family
    • Multi Family
    • Commercial
    • Management Residential
    • Investment Broker
    • Foreclosures
    • Real Estate Concepts
    • Real Estate Law
    • Investment Opportunities
    • Mortgages
    • Hud and Programs
    • Short Sales
    • Development
    • Leasing
    • Engineering/Environmental
    • Appraisal
    • Financial Modeling
    • Structuring
    • Due Diligence
  • Degree

    None

  • Prerequisite Courses

    None

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey, Brooklyn, New York & Monsey, New York

  • Career Opportunities

    Assorted Real estate Careers

  • Remote Classes

    Available

  • Schedule

    One session per week for 10 weeks. 7:30-9:30 pm

  • Frequency

    Once a Year

I’d like to learn more about the
Finding Opportunities in Real Estate course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Property Management

Learn from industry experts how to increase your profits from your properties.

Property ownership is a lucrative business. Find your niche in the field of managing properties on behalf of investors, or managing your investments. There is a high demand for skilled, knowledgeable managers for both residential and commercial holdings.

  • Course Topics

    • Overview of the Property Management Field
    • Building Systems
    • Dealing with Outside Vendors
    • Maintenance
    • Tenants
    • Utility Control and Management
    • Inspections
    • Property Management Accounting
    • Managing Single-Family
    • Managing Office Buildings
    • Managing Offices
    • Managing Malls
    • Halacha as it Pertains to Property Management
    • Self-Managemetn vs. Outsourcing Management
    • How to Build Your Own Property Management Business
  • Degree

    None

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersrey

  • Remote Classes

    Available

  • Schedule

    2 sessions per week

I’d like to learn more about the
Property Management course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Etc...

Computer literacy is a prerequisite for many jobs.

Gain proficiency in Microsoft Office as experienced, patient teachers enable you to master Microsoft Office.

  • Course Topics

    • Basic Excel Features
    • Excel Formulas
    • Sorting & Filtering Data
    • Conditional Formatting
    • Drop down Validation
    • Locking & Hiding Data
    • Lookup Formulas
    • Excel Tables & Structural References
    • Excel Charts
    • Pivot Tables
    • Basic Email
    • Attachments
    • Rules
    • Calendars
    • Basic Document Creation
    • Format Painter
    • Navigation
    • Bullets
    • Header & Footers
    • Tables
    • Basic Presentation Creation
    • Presentation etiquette (notes, preparation)
    • Themes
    • Insert Smart Art
    • Pictures
    • Sounds
    • Videos & Special Effects
    • Animations & Transitions
    • Custom Slideshows (Kiosk Views)
    • Mail Merge
    • Dynamic Charts in Word and PowerPoint
  • Purpose of Course

    • Become computer literate a perquisite for many jobs.
  • Degree

    None

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Schedule

    2 sessions per week for 5 weeks. 7:30-9:30 pm

I’d like to learn more about the
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Etc... course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
732-905-9700 x 606

Amazon Sales

Amazon accounts for more than 60% of all US growth in online sales.

Learn how to research market demand, manufacture your own products, and build a full scale business on Amazon. Take advantage of the world’s largest economic platform with enormous growth potential.

  • Course Description

    • The Amazon Marketplace is an enticing option for small businesses that want to leverage the power of Amazon to market and sell products online. This course helps clarify the ins and outs of the platform. Learn how to set up an account and use Seller Central to manage orders, create reports, manage inventory, and keep tabs on the cash flow.
  • Curriculum:

    • Introduction to selling on Amazon
    • Researching market demand and product innovation
    • Sourcing manufacturing options
    • Dealing with factories overseas
    • Freight forwarding and customs
    • Setting up your Amazon seller account
    • What is Amazon’s FBA service and its fees
    • Understanding the Amazon Marketplace
    • Creating compelling product listings
    • Advertising your listings on the Amazon platform
    • Uploading products to your Amazon inventory
    • Reviewing shipping options
    • Paying referral and closing fees
    • What is Amazon buy box and how to win it
    • Dealing with taxes
    • Managing inventory
    • Handling customer reviews
    • Expand beyond Amazon
  • Career Opportunities:

    • Amazon Seller
    • E-Commerce Marketing Analyst
    • E-Commerce Specialist
    • Amazon Marketplace Analyst
    • Product Launch Manager
    • Amazon Sellers: Increase and grow your business!
  • Degree

    None

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Remote Classes

    Available

  • Schedule

    One night a week

  • Duration

    20 sessions (approximately)

I’d like to learn more about the
Amazon Sales course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
732-905-9700 x 606

Sales

Sales jobs can turn into one of the most profitable careers

This course provides skills that will enable you to increase your company profits and become a successful salesperson.

  • Course Description

    • Learn skills, technique and proven methodologies from leading sales trainers in a hands on environment.
  • Course Topics (partial listing)

    • Understanding What Makes People Buy
    • Selling Techniques
    • Cold Calling
    • How to Get Through the Gate Keeper
    • Identifying Leads and Prospects
    • Listening and Identifying Buying Signals
    • Uncovering Hidden Objections
    • Using Various Trial Closes
  • Degree

    None

  • Location

    Lakewoood, New Jersey

I’d like to learn more about the
Sales course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Fundraising & Event Planning

Learn proven fundraising techniques to help increase donations.

Fundraisers and directors of thriving organizations present their strategies: from the art of identifying prospects, getting appointments, mega gifts, closing the deal, maximizing fundraising events, crowdfunding, and more.

  • Does Your Organization Need To

    • Increase Funding
    • Maximize Fundraising Events
    • Acquire New Techniques and Ideas
  • Course Topics

    • Campaign Planning
    • Connecting to Your Donor
    • Secure Appointments
    • Mega Gift Identification
    • Leadership Skills
    • Closing the Donation
    • Board Development
    • Do’s and Don’ts of Solicitation
    • Marketing
    • Branding
  • Degree

    None

  • Careers

    Executive director, Director of development, School administrator, Fundraising

  • Placement Assistance

    Available

  • Remote Option

    Available

  • Schedule

    One night a week 7:30- 9:30

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

I’d like to learn more about the
Fundraising & Event Planning course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
(732) 905-9700 x 606

Online Marketing

Business is moving online. Capture that business.

Promote your business effectively online and create targeted online marketing strategies that engages potential customers through the use of SEO, PPC, SEM, social media, online PR, content marketing, Google AdWords, Social Media, Email Marketing, Affiliate Marketing and Reputation Management. Learn marketable skills and proven methods to become a valuable employee

  • Topics covered:

    • The landscape of digital marketing
    • The ultimate internet marketing strategy
    • Blogging for your business
    • What makes a website effective?
    • Working with a programmer or designer
    • Design that is mobile friendly
    • Running A/B marketing tests
    • The ultimate sales page
    • Email Marketing
    • Pay Per Click
    • Paid Seo
    • Influencer Marketing
    • Media
    • Marketing ‘Viral Content’
    • Conversion Optimization
    • Domain Speculation
    • Lead Generation
  • Curriculum:

    • Affiliate Marketing, PPC Marketing, Email Marketing Content Marketing, SEO, Local SEO, Web analytics, Reputation management
  • Career Opportunities:

    • Marketing Professional
    • Social media specialist
    • PR Specialist
    • Customer Promotion
    • Pay Per Click Analyst
    • SEO & SEM Specialist
  • Degree

    None

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Remote Classes

    Available

I’d like to learn more about the
Online Marketing course!

Contact:

Sarah Massry
smassry@nj.pcsjobs.org
732-905-9700 x 610

IT & Networking

One of the top 10 tech jobs for 2017 and beyond, according to the U.S. News and World Report.

Learn the skills to become an IT professional, through thorough training in: diagnosing, repair, maintenance and support. Learn how to support all brands, models and operating systems. Become a support specialist by learning how to identify and fix problems customers are having.

  • Topics Include:

    • Wifi and Wireless Access Points
    • Access Control Solutions
    • Network Security
    • Cyber Security
    • Websites and Intranets
    • Update management
    • Spyware detection and removal
    • Anti-Virus setup and configuration
    • Software application setup and configuration
  • Curriculum:

    • Identification of PC & Server Hardware
    • Operating Systems & Software
    • Identification of Basic Network Hardware – Layer 1
    • Basic Networking Technologies – Layers 2, 3, & 4
    • Installation and Configuration of Windows Server 2012/2008 R2
    • Installation and Configuring Active Directory
    • Microsoft Exchange & Other Messaging Systems.
  • Career Opportunities:

    • Desktop Support Specialist
    • Network Administrator
    • Customer Support Analyst
  • Future Career options:

    • Computer systems Analyst
    • Information Security Analyst
    • Computers systems administrator
  • Degree

    None

  • Prerequisite Courses

    None

  • Placement assistance

    Jobs coming in from the vast PCS/Agudah network

  • Location

    Lakewood, New Jersey

  • Remote

    Partial

  • Schedule

    2 evenings a week

  • Start Date

    November 2020

I’d like to learn more about the
IT & Networking course!

Contact:

Raizy Perl
raizy@nj.pcsjobs.org
732-905-9700 x 606

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Professional Career Services (PCS), A non-profit division of Agudath Israel, is sponsored by

The Lightstone Group & The David Lichtenstein Family Foundation

Main Branch
Lakewood, New Jersey

1771 Madison Avenue, Suite #10

Lakewood, NJ 08701

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