Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Cerro Coso 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 California colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Cerro Coso Community College

11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA

About
Cerro Coso Community College, located in Ridgecrest, California, was founded in 1973 to serve residents within the service area of the Kern Community College District. The school is a public 2 year institution, offering a number of services and opportunities to students and residents through a variety of programs and facilities. The service area is unique, as it separated by desert, valley and mountain, covering over 18,000 miles in four counties in eastern California. The school has been in expansion since its foundation to meet the needs of the its designated service area.


Academics
Cerro Coso Community College offers a variety of programs through a number of departments that result in either a certificate or degree. Such programs allow students to choose the career or academic track that best suits their plans and goals for the future. Students choosing to study in a career program will develop the skills and abilities necessary through a combination of classroom and practical courses that allow for entry into the workforce as professionals. Programs take between one and two years to complete, and graduates may seek employment immediately after graduation. Such are usually reflective of the needs of the community and are often for high demand fields.


Academic transfer programs provide students with a curriculum that completes the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education. Once completed, students will apply for transfer to a four year institution to continue their education and earn their bachelor's degree. Transfer to certain public California institutions is facilitated through agreements with the school, though students may apply to private and out of state schools if they wish. Schools will have varying transfer requirements and guidelines, and as such it is recommended students meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum that best assists in transfer to a student's desired school or schools.


Programs offered at CCCC include:

• Business Administration
• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Vocational Nursing
• Welding Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, any student who submits a completed application may enroll at Cerro Coso Community College. Students may be asked to provide transcripts and to take a placement exam. Once completed, new students should participate in student orientation and meet with a counselor to develop a student education plan. Registration for courses takes place prior to the start of each semester, with tuition due ten days after. All students must attend the first day of class or they will be dropped.


Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must obtain a federal PIN and submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Students who qualify may also apply for a Board of Governors Grant Fee Waiver, waiving tuition costs if approved. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year. Students may be asked to provide additional financial information to ensure that the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cerro Coso 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

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

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

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

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