Program Description
The Business Administrative Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven workplaces.  The Business Administrative Technology 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 to retrain in the area of administrative technology.

Program Length
A minimum of 95 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student can expect to complete requirements in 6 quarters

Salary Range
$16,120 to $24,960 annually, depending on experience and time on job.

Career Opportunities
The job market for the Business Administrative Technology degree is very good. Examples of jobs that are available are medical office assistant, legal office assistant, human resource assistant, office manager, assistant office manager, customer service representative, and general office assistant.

Career Traits/ Requirements
A person pursuing an Business Administrative Technology degree 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