Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Coahoma 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 Mississippi colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Coahoma Community College

1265 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS

Coahoma Community College, located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, was founded in 1924 as Coahoma County Agricultural High School. Like many such schools, the focus of and goals of the institution changed after World War II, adding a junior college curriculum by 1949. The school was established under the “separate but equal” statutes, and was among the first of these schools, particularly those receiving state funds to maintain operations. In 1965 the school became open to all students regardless of race, color, gender or religion, and has operated accordingly since.

Academics

Coahoma Community College offers students a variety of programs aimed at assisting in academic transfer or providing an education in a given high demand industry or field. Student pursuing academic transfer will complete a curriculum that fulfills the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying for transfer in order to continue one's education and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs present individuals with an education in a field or industry that allows for long term employment upon completion. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• General Studies
• Paralegal Studies
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Individuals interested in enrollment at Coahoma Community College may do so by meeting the minimum requirements for admission, completing the application, and paying all associated fees. Providing transcripts and test scores is also encouraged, as is participating in new student orientation and meeting with a counselor prior to registration. Students may be asked to take a placement exam prior to their course selection. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants, and are awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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

• Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $116570

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

• Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $83240

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

• Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $114150

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

• Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula, MS
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $65830

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