Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at College of the Siskiyous 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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College of the Siskiyous

2211 College View Drive, Redding, CA

The College of the Siskiyous, located in Weed, California, was founded in 1957 and began operations in 1959. The school is the northern most college in California, situated at the base of Moutn Shasta, and the only college in the Siskiyous County. The college's name comes from the Siskiyous mountain range that divides California and Oregon. COS is a two year institution funded and operated by the state of California. A second campus is located in Yreka, also located in the Siskiyous County. The school serves approximately 3000 students per year.

Academics

The College of the Siskiyous offers programs in a variety of subjects. Technical and career training, liberal arts and sciences, and health, recreation and physical education are the three primary fields of focus for the school. Within the framework of those fields programs are developed, offering degrees and/or certificates to graduates. Transfer to four year institutions is possible through agreements and regional accreditation which allows for the completion of the freshman and sophomore years of college at Siskiyous. Individuals pursuing career training or allied health training will be qualified to work in their field of study upon program completion, entering the work force at the entry level.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Psychology
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at The College of the Siskiyous must meet one of the following criteria: Be at least 18 years old, a high school graduate, recipient of California High School proficiency or GED, a high school student with permission from the school board, or is an international student and has followed procedures for international students. In addition, some students may be interested in applying for on campus housing, as COS is one of 10 community colleges in California to offer such housing. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of aid must complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), after which eligibility and awards will be determined. The financial aid and admissions office have merged; as such students in need of assistance may look to the admissions office for help.

Athletics

The College of the Siskiyous Eagles participate in a number of team sports and the intercollegiate level. In particular the men's basketball team has entered the California Final Four a number of times. The school promotes athletic programs as an additional form of education, providing students with skills in teamwork and socializing, as well as developing the discipline necessary to achieve one's goals.

Athletic programs:

• Football
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Baseball
• Softball
• Track and Field

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of the Siskiyous offers an associate's degree program in business administration.

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

• Redding, CA
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $138920

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

• Redding, CA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $86680

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

• Redding, CA
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $67600

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

• Redding, CA
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $72420

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