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- School Code: 192100
- Phone: (620) 327-4221
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Business Administration Degree
The business administration program at Highland 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 Kansas colleges that offer business administration degrees.
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Highland Community College (Hesston)
301 South Main, Hesston, KS
Located in Highland, Kansas, Highland Community College is the first college established in the state. The school’s mission is to serve as a stepping-stone on which local area residents begin their journey to a successful future. HCC offers a broad range of associate degrees in various fields, from art to criminal justice. Job certification is the program of choice for students who would rather take a more direct route into the work force than transfer to a baccalaureate college for further study.
In addition to excellent educational offerings, HCC has clubs, activities, and organizations that students are encouraged to join: from personal interest and social groups to academic honor societies, their student groups offer something for everyone!
Admission to Highland is open; students with a high school diplomas or GED are encouraged to apply. Tuition is affordable, and all learners may apply for scholarships and financial aid. For more information, contact Highland’s admissions office, and get on board for the ride of your life!
Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Hesston has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
Associate's Degree | 0 |
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
Students who have completed the Business Administration program at Hesston, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Wichita, KS
- Total Employment: 940
- Average Hourly Rate: $73.77
- Average Annual Salary: $153450
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
- Wichita, KS
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $48.97
- Average Annual Salary: $101850
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
- Wichita, KS
- Total Employment: 620
- Average Hourly Rate: $49.40
- Average Annual Salary: $102760
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
- Wichita, KS
- Total Employment: 450
- Average Hourly Rate: $38.99
- Average Annual Salary: $81110
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students Hesston accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Highland Community College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Highland Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track and Field
- Football
- Softball
- Volleyball