Individual Project 3

Sean Wynn
MGT600-0801A-01
Dr. Donald Buresh
Introduction
 Review of the Census Data for 60616
 There will be a review of the social
characteristics, economic characteristics and
general characteristics of the area.
 Which degree program should be pursued
within the 60616 to assist the community
based on the data reviewed in the Census?
Abstract
 The census data also shows great diversity within
the community of 60616
 The data represents significant differences
between the national averages
 Below scale salaries are reflective of education
shortcomings in completion of high school
 High school and undergraduate completion of
studies below national averages
 Recommendations for a continuing education
program (GED), Trade Schools and Bachelors
Program that focuses on Business.
Part I
Census 2000 Demographic Profile
Census 2000 Demographic Profile
Social Characteristics
80.0% African
70.0% American
60.0% White

50.0% Asian
40.0%
30.0% Hispanic
20.0%
Male
10.0%
0.0% Female
Area U.S.

Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau (nd). 33618 Census bureau

fact sheet [Data file]. Available from American Fact Finder web site, http:
//www. factfinder.cesus.gov.
Census 2000 Demographic Profile
Social Characteristics
90% High School
80%
College
70%
60% 9th Grade &
50% Below
40% High School
30% No Diploma
High School
20%
Graduate
10%
Some College
0%
Area U.S.
Bachelors

Masters
Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau (nd). 33618 Census bureau
fact sheet [Data file]. Available from American Fact Finder web site, http:
//www. factfinder.cesus.gov.
Census 2000 Demographic Profile
Economic Characteristics
80.0%
Homeowners
70.0%
Renters
60.0%
Unemployment
50.0% Less than $15k
40.0% $15K-$24K
30.0% $25K-$34K
20.0% $35K-$49K
10.0% $50K-$74k
$75K-$99K
0.0%
$100K-$200K
Area U.S.
60616 Median Income: $30,265
US Median Income: $41,994
Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau (nd). 33618 Census
bureau fact sheet [Data file]. Available from American Fact
Finder web site, http: //www. factfinder.cesus.gov.
Part II
Scenario 1
Recommendation(s)
 Degree Program
 What degree program will add the greatest
value to the 60616 Community
 Scenario 1- Degree Program that focuses Health
Services (Nursing/Medical Assistant)

 Benefits of the Program

 Who will benefit most from the vocational
training
 Vital skills attained in a ever expanding arena
 Support vocational program with GED course
Conclusion
 Census 2000 Demographic Profile
Highlights –Zip Code 60616
 Population Diversity
 Population Economically Challenged
 Significant Gaps In Income & Education
 Scenario 1 - Degree Program
 Vocational Degree Recommendation
 GED Program
 Marketability of Community
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