Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Central 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 Nebraska colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Central Community College

1535 S 52nd St, Lincoln, NE

About
Central Community College, located in Grand Island, Nebraska, was founded 1971 when the state legislature formed six community college areas that covered that state. Central Community College is one of the six areas formed, and is paid primarily through property tax by the twenty five counties the school serves. The school operates several campuses and educational centers that provide coverage and opportunities for residents. The three main campuses are located in Columbus, Grand Island, and Hasting, with the educational centers located in Holdrege, Kearney and Lexington. The school is dedicated to providing the best education possible for the 25 counties it serves, and the 300,000 residents residing in those counties.

Academics
As a comprehensive community college, Central Community College offers over 30 programs in order to meet the needs of students and residents of the CCC's service area. Career programs provide education and training in a particular, allowing for entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Students enrolled in a given program will take traditional classroom courses and practical experience building courses that offer simulated environments that assist in the practice and perfection of methods and techniques required by the chosen field. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in  a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and assists in bolstering employer confidence when seeking employment.

College transfer programs facilitate academic growth by allowing students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. These programs fulfill necessary requirements for credit transfer, and if transferring to a public Nebraska college or university will find the process made easier through agreements in place that ease transfer admissions. Transfer to out of state or private institutions is also possible, though each school will have its own requirements and thus it is advised that students interested in such transfer meet with a counselor to develop an appropriate curriculum.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Dental Assisting
• Medical Assisting
• Paralegal Studies

Admissions and Financial Aid
Central Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that admits any individual that is seeking post secondary educational opportunities and meets the minimum requirements for enrollment, specifically being 18 years of age or older or having a high school diploma or equivalent. Interested individuals should complete the application for admission, pay all fees, supply transcripts and standardized test scores, and take the placement exam if required. Students are also encouraged to participate in new student orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to determine the extent of a student's needs and their aid program eligibility when constructing a financial aid packet. Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

• Lincoln, NE
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $105.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $218520

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

• Lincoln, NE
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $109650

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

• Lincoln, NE
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $125290

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

• Lincoln, NE
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $82120

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