The Business Office Technology curriculum prepares students for
employment and advancement in today’s technology intensive
office. The curriculum has been planned to accommodate a variety
of needs and career paths. In addition to traditional office
skills, students will acquire proficiency in using computers and
current software to perform a variety of essential
administrative functions. Graduates of the program will be
prepared to work with management in all types of business
environments.
Students wishing to earn a certificate or degree in Business
Office Technology select an area of emphasis in either
Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant. The
Administrative Assistant curriculum is designed for students who
wish to acquire the skills necessary for entry to mid-level
administrative support position. The Executive Assistant
curriculum is designed for students who wish to prepare
themselves for a mid to upper level administrative support
position. The Executive Assistant curriculum also prepares
students to take the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS)
certification examination.
With additional training at a baccalaureate level college or
university, students may prepare for a position in business
education or business management.
Note:
If
certain required proficiencies can be demonstrated, alternate
courses may be substituted subject to department approval.
Note:
Certificates of achievement or degrees in Business Office
Technology with the following areas of emphasis are no longer
offered: Account Clerk Specialist, Administrative Support
Specialist, Executive Assistant/ Secretarial Specialist, Legal
Office Specialist, Medical Office Administration Specialist,
Medical Transcription Specialist, and Word/Information
Processing Specialist. Continuing students in these areas of
emphasis may choose to graduate under a previous catalog or see
the Business Office Technology program coordinator to develop a
graduation plan. Students wishing to earn a certificate of
achievement should complete all courses listed in their chosen
area of emphasis. Students wishing to earn a degree should
complete all courses listed in their chosen area of emphasis
plus 30 units of general education courses and electives to
total a minimum of sixty units.
Career Opportunities
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Office Coordinator
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Budget Manager
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Event Coordinator
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Quality Controller
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Account Assistant
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Human Resources Analyst
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Legal Assistant
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Word Processor
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Desktop Publishing Specialist
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Secretary:
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Executive, Medical, Educational, Financial, Government,
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Technical, Insurance, Small Business
Associate Degree Major Requirements
