Associate in Science Degree
Students in the Administrative Assistant concentration acquire a wide range of computer, communication, and organizational skills that prepare them for support positions in a modern office setting. Students enrolled in this concentration choose from the General or Medical tracks.
Students in this option learn to keyboard, write and format business documents; use a variety of information processing tools; administer and organize an automated office; and apply correct office procedures in various situations.
Students who are matriculated and place into developmental math and/or English are required to begin the course sequence in the first semester. Please see an advisor with questions.
| First Semester | Credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ENL101 | 3 | ||
| COM103 | 3 | ||
| GIT110 | M | 3 | |
| BUS100 | 3 | ||
| GIT101 | Typing I
Students learn to master the computer keyboard, develop speed and accuracy, and prepare basic business documents. Prerequisite: None Offered: Fall, Spring Note: If this course is waived, it must be replaced with a Business elective – any course with an ACC, BIT, BUS, CUL, ENT, GIT, HRM or MKT designation. |
3 | |
| Second Semester | Credits | ||
| ACC111 (or) ACC201 |
Accounting I with Computer Applications (or)
Financial Accounting ACC111 Accounting I with Computer Application Introduction to the accounting cycle: recording transactions, posting to ledgers, preparing work sheets and financial statements. Includes: special journals, inventory valuation, receivables, payables and interest on notes. A hands-on introduction to computerized accounting solving selected problems using general ledger software including QuickBooks. This is the first course of a two-course series (ACC111 and ACC112) intended for A.S. Business Administration concentrations covering the topics of Financial Accounting. Prerequisite: (MAT020 or MAT025) and ENL108 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores Offered: Fall, Spring
Students learn principles of financial accounting with emphasis on service and merchandising businesses. Topics include: the accounting cycle, recording transactions, adjusting accounts and preparing financial statements, inventory valuation, depreciation methods, disposal of assets, receivables, liabilities, investments, and interpreting financial statements of proprietorships, partnerships and corporations. This is a transfer level course in Financial Accounting intended for the Associate in Arts student. Prerequisite: (BUS100 or HRM140) and GIT110 and (MAT030 or MAT035) and ENL108 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer |
3 | |
| BUS120 | 3 | ||
| M | Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning or Natural or Physical Science |
3/4 or 4 |
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| GIT150 | 3 | ||
| GIT220 | M | 3 | |
| Third Semester | Credits | ||
| BUS102 (or GIT105) |
Business Communication
(or Office Communication Systems) BUS102 Business Communication This course is designed to expose the student to a variety of communication modes available to individuals employed in today's business environment. The following major areas are addressed: communication theory, electronic communications in business, oral presentations, ethical practices and written business documents. The importance of accurate communications and the development of language art skills are emphasized. Business communications and formats, including business reports, letters, and memos, are studied. Prerequisite: GIT102 or 30 wpm and ENL108 or satisfactory basic skills assessment score. Offered: Fall, Spring |
3 | |
| MKT112 (or) BUS214 |
Customer Service: Concepts & Applications (or)
Management MKT112 Customer Service: Concepts & Applications This course provides an overview of customer service concepts and terminology and exposes students to various customer service challenges. Students learn to identify different types of customer behaviors, determine customer needs through active listening, become effective verbal and non-verbal communicators, hone telephone customer service skills, learn how best to handle difficult customers, become aware of how to offer customer service within a diverse organizational environment, take steps to encourage customer loyalty, and practice service recovery. Prerequisite: None Offered: Fall, Spring
Provides an introduction to principles and techniques of management as they relate to business, government, and non-profit organizations. Includes the study of the functions of management: coordinating, problem-solving, decision-making, communicating, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Prerequisite: ENL101 and BUS100 Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer |
3 | |
| Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning or Natural or Physical Science |
3/4 or 4 |
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| Behavioral & Social Science | 3 | ||
Business Elective
Any course with an ACC, BIT, BUS, CUL, ENT, GIT, HRM or MKT designation. |
3 | ||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | ||
| BIT202 | 3 | ||
| GIT125 | 3 | ||
Business Elective
Any course with an ACC, BIT, BUS, CUL, ENT, GIT, HRM or MKT designation. Note: Cooperative Work Experience is recommended. |
3 | ||
| Behavioral & Social Science | 3 | ||
| General Education Elective | 3 | ||
| Total Credits | 60/62 | ||
M Designates a Milestone course. A milestone course must be completed in the semester indicated to ensure that you remain on track to continue on in your program and graduate on time.
Students completing the General Administrative Assistant track are trained to provide administrative or executive support in small to large office settings including but not limited to banks, insurance, technology, and real estate.
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Upon completion of the Information Technology Program – Administrative Assistant Concentration – General Track, students are able to: