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Business Administrative Technology Associate
of Applied Science Degree Program
The Business Administrative Technology degree program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today's technology-driven workplaces. The Business Administrative Technology degree program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes the use of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications software. Students are also introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, internet research, and electronic file management. The program includes instruction in effective communication skills and technology innovations for the office. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or retrain in the area of administrative technology. Graduates of the program receive a Business Administrative Technology, Associate of Applied Science degree.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Business Administrative Technology degree program is designed to produce graduates who are prepared for employment in a variety of positions in administrative and business fields.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra ASSET 41 42 35 42 COMPASS 79 62 26 37 SAT 480 440 ACT 25 21 CPE 75 75 79
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Business Administrative Technology degree program is designed for the quarter system. Students may enter the Business Administrative Technology degree program quarterly. The degree program generally takes 6 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 95 credit hours.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL CORE COURSES | 25 | |
| COL 1000 | College Survival Strategies (Institutional Credit Only) | (3) |
| ENG 1101* | Composition and Rhetoric (OL) | 5 |
| ENG 2130* | American Literature | 5 |
| MAT 1111* | College Algebra (OL) | 5 |
| PSY 1101* | Introduction to Psychology (OL) | 5 |
| SPC 1101* | Public Speaking (OL) | 5 |
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 67 | |
| ACC 1101* | Principles of Accounting I | 6 |
| ACC 1102* | Principles of Accounting II (OL) | 6 |
| BUS 1130* | Document Processing (OL) | 6 |
| BUS 1150* | Database Applications (OL) | 3 |
| BUS 1240* | Office Procedures (OL) | 5 |
| BUS 1140* | Word Processing (OL) | 5 |
| BUS 2210* | Applied Office Procedures | 5 |
| BUS 1120* | Business Document Proofreading & Editing | 3 |
| BUS 1170* | Electronic Communication Applications | 5 |
| BUS 2110* | Adv. Word Processing (OL) | 5 |
| BUS 2120* | Spreadsheet Applications (OL) | 3 |
| BUS 2150* | Presentation Applications (OL) | 3 |
| XXX xxx* | Electives | 12 |
| FUNDAMENTAL OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 3 | |
| SCT 100* | Introduction to Microcomputers (OL) | 3 |
* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
(OL) designation indicates course is available online in selected quarters.
Upon entry into the program, if a student is unable to meet the speed requirement of 25 wpm for BUS 1130, BUS 1100 must be taken as a required elective.
PROGRAM COSTS
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Tuition/Fees: $3,078
Books/Supplies: $3,000