Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Greenfield 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Greenfield Community College

130 Essex St, South Hamilton, MA

About
Greenfield Community College, located in Greenfield, Massachusetts, is a public two year institution founded in 1962 and dedicated to providing academic and career educations for residents in the community. The school is one of the many that comprise the Massachusetts Community Colleges System. The school is a hub for cultural activity, holding various events throughout the year, as well as maintaining ties with local businesses to assist in workforce development. The school has an average enrollment of 3000 annually and is dedicated to providing those students with the best education possible.

Academics
Greenfield Community College offers students opportunities through transfer programs and career training options. Students choosing to transfer will complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to one's desired schools to transfer the earned credits and finish the final two years of their bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide education in a specific field, preparing the individual for employment. These programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree and assisting in the acquisition of employment after graduation.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Economics
• Liberal Arts
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students may enroll at GCC if they meet the minimum requirements for admission, which include a high school diploma or equivalent or being 18 years of age or older. Students must complete the application, pay fees, provide transcripts and test scores, and take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are also encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants and is awarded based on a student's financial needs. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used by the school to construct a financial aid packet.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• 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).