Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Cosumnes River 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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Cosumnes River College

Also known as Cosumnes River

2600 Mission Bell Dr, San Pablo, CA

About
Cosumnes River College, located in Sacramento, California, was founded in 1970 and is one of the 112 community colleges that comprise the California Community College System. The school is part of the Los Rios Community College District, which also includes American River College, Sacramento City College, and Folsom Lake College, which was once a satellite campus of CRC given independence in 2004. The school was given life as part of study for the Los Rios Community College District, which resulted in the start of construction one the campus site. The school has added buildings and facilities over the years to ensure that the needs of the student body and the community are met. The school serves over 14,000 students annually and assists in local workforce development as well as post secondary education opportunities. The school is named for the nearby Cosumnes River that flows south of the school.

Academics
Students at Cosumnes River College are able to choose between academic transfer and career training programs in order to pursue their personal and professional goals. Academic transfer programs allow for the completion of a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education locally and at low cost, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions in order to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer to University to California (UC) and California State University (Cal State) institutions is made easier through agreements in place that allow for transfer guarantees based on the fulfillment of prerequisites. Transfer to private or out of state institutions will have separate requirements and it is suggested students meet with a counselor to discuss options.

Career training programs provides students the option to obtain an education in a high demand field or industry, allowing the student to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. Students will participate in traditional and practical courses depending on the program chosen, with practical courses simulating real world environments and allowing for in-depth skill development and training. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or associate degree upon completion. The school works closely with local business to identify gaps in workforce, adding or adjusting programs to meet local needs.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Communications
• Biology
• Medical Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid
Cosumnes River College is an open enrollment institution that allows any student who is at least eighteen years old or a high school graduate to enroll by completing the application for admission and paying all associated fees. Submission of test scores and previous transcripts is recommended, as is meeting with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and participating in new student orientation. Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school to determine the extent of a student's need and their aid program eligibility when constructing the financial aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year and should be submitted in a timely fashion.

Clubs and Organizations
A number of clubs and organizations are available at Cosumnes River College that allow students to pursue interests, both old and new, and offer the opportunity to engage other students in discussion outside of a classroom setting. Clubs and organizations perform a variety of functions and allow for various forms of participation, including public events, weekly meetings, social action and others. Interested students may contact the schools student services center or check online to see what clubs are active and when they meet.

Clubs and organizations include:

• Anime Club
• CRC Veterans Club
• Peer Mentor Club
• Maniacally Magic Movie Mojo
• Enactous

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cosumnes River College 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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $103.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $216150
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $108.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $226570

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 18
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $139000
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 19
  • Average Hourly Rate: $74.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $155580

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $146410
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $76.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $159210

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

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $48.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $101400
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $114950

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