The Office Management curriculum prepares individuals for employment as administrative office personnel who use skills in the areas of office management, office finance, legal office, virtual office, customer service, and office software. Course work includes computer applications, oral and written communication, analysis and coordination of office tasks and procedures, records management, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of office positions in business, government, and industry. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.
ONLINE CERTIFICATE OPTION
Fast track your way to a certificate in Office Management in only two semesters completely online! The certificate is designed to help you achieve employment in an entry-level position in an office setting.
Courses include Keyboarding, Word Processing, Advanced Word/Information Processing, Text Editing Applications, Text Entry and Formatting and Administrative Office Management. Three courses are offered each semester, allowing you to complete a certificate in only 32-weeks!
CAREERS IN OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Workers in these occupations establish plans and policies, direct business activities, and oversee people, products, and services.
Overall employment in management occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034. About 1.1 million openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently.
The median annual wage for this group was $122,090 in May 2024, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $49,500.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Phi Beta Lambda is a voluntary campus organization that provides students with leadership opportunities to gain valuable experience for the job market. Students participate in activities such as promoting their profession in the community; fundraising and outreach projects; and networking with people, agencies and organizations that play a vital role in their profession. Students have the opportunity to attend state and national conferences and compete with other students in various areas of specialization in the business professions.
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| PROGRAM OPTIONS | REQUIRED HOURS | Program Costs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate in Applied Science Degree | 66-67 semester hours | Program Costs |
| Diploma | 43 semester hours | Program Costs |
| Certificate | 18 semester hours | Program Costs |
| Microsoft Office Applications Certificate | 15 semester hours | Program Costs |
