Business Assistant Associate in Science Degree Program

Program Overview

The Business Assistant Associate's Degree program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for careers as business and office assistants. The curriculum covers core business concepts, organizational behavior, interpersonal relations, QuickBooks accounting software training, and management principles. Students can choose from a range of selective courses to enhance their skills in areas such as computer applications, keyboarding, and word processing. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for roles such as Administrative Associate, Office Assistant, and Staff Assistant.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Business Assistant Associate's Degree program provides advanced training for individuals seeking careers as business and office assistants. The curriculum encompasses core business concepts, organizational behavior, interpersonal relations, QuickBooks accounting software training, and management principles. The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary to perform a variety of duties within a professional office environment.

Outline:

• Core Courses (27-28 units):
• ACTG 100: Accounting Procedures (3 units)
• OR
• ACTG 121: Financial Accounting (4 units)
• ACTG 200: QuickBooks (3 units)
• BUS.
100: Introduction to Business (3 units)
• BUS.
101: Human Relations in the Workplace (3 units)
• BUS.
103: Introduction to Business Information Systems (3 units)
• BUS.
401: Business Communications (3 units)
• CBOT 432: Introduction to Computer Applications (3 units)
• CBOT 435: Spreadsheets (3 units)
• MGMT 100: Introduction to Business Management (3 units)
• Selective Courses (Choose a minimum of 3 units):
• CBOT 415: Beginning Computer Keyboarding (1.5 units)
• CBOT 417: Skill Building (1.5 units)
• CBOT 448: Using Microsoft Windows (1.5 units)
• CBOT 470: Advanced Spreadsheets (1.5 units)
• CBOT 472: Beginning Word Processing (1.5 units)
• CBOT 474: Intermediate Word Processing (1.5 units)
• CBOT 475: Using Outlook (1.5 units)

Careers:

• Business Assistants perform routine clerical and administrative functions, including drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining files, and providing information to callers.
• Potential job titles include Administrative Associate, Administrative Specialist, Administrative Technician, Clerk Typist, Office Assistant, and Staff Assistant.