Program Description
The Business Administrative Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today's technology-driven work environment. The program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.  Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of business administrative technology.

Program Length
A minimum of 74 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student can expect to complete requirements in 4 quarters.

Salary Range
$13,520 to $23,960 annually, depending on experience and time on job. This salary range is an average and has been higher for many graduates.

Career Opportunities
The job market for the Business Administrative Technology diploma graduate is very good. Examples of jobs that are available are administrative assistant (secretary), medical office assistant, legal office assistant, receptionist, human resource assistant, customer service representative, accounts payable/receivable assistant, bookkeeper, and general office assistant.

Career Traits/ Requirements
A person pursuing a Business Administrative Technology diploma should be a people-person, show initiative, enjoy working with documents and computer application software, have the ability to multi-task, be a strong typist, display a professional appearance, have a customer service attitude, and have a desire to work in the office environment.

Program Courses