Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Carteret Community College prepares students for careers in education, government, private business and retail. The program focuses on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Program courses include: management theory, humor resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Carteret Community College

3435 Performance Rd, Charlotte, NC

Carteret Community College, located in Morehead City, North Carolina, was founded in 1963 and is one of the 58 colleges that comprise the North Carolina Community College System, itself one of the largest such systems in the United States. The school offers a variety of programs and services designed to assist individuals in pursing and reaching their goals.

To that end, the school is constantly reviewing its offerings to ensure they remain relevant and updating and adding programs and facilities to accommodate changes and meet them head on.

Academics

Carteret Community College offers a variety of programs that allow students to pursue academic transfer or workforce development opportunities. Individuals wishing to pursue academic transfer will complete a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to four year institutions to continue that education and earn a bachelor's degree.

Career and technical programs allow students to receive an education and training in a high demand field or industry for the purposes of long term employment after completion of the program. Programs take between one and two years to finish, and result in a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Aquaculture
• Nursing
• Medical Assistant
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Carteret Community College is an open enrollment institution that requires students be eighteen years of age and has a high school diploma or equivalent. Individuals who do not meet the criteria may meet with a representative to discuss options in preparation for their education.

Enrollment is accomplished through the submission of an application and previous transcripts, as well as payment of fees. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to registration to discuss program options. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the applicant's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Carteret Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $107.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $222910

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 17
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $133280

Sales Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $68.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $142220

Administrative Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, administrative services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $109370

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).