Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at McHenry County 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 Illinois colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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McHenry County College

Also known as MCC, McHenry, McHenrey

5460 S. University, Chicago, IL

About
McHenry County College, located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is a public two year institution founded in 1967 as part of the Illinois Community College System. The school supports and serves community college district 528, which covers most of McHenry County and parts of outlying areas. The school serves nearly 8000 part time and full time students a year. The school believes in providing high quality education at a low cost, and assisting students in meeting their goals both academically and professionally. McHenry County College is accredited by multiple accrediting bodies both regionally and nationally.

Academics
McHenry County College offers a large number of programs to provide a diverse selection for students interested in attending. These programs result in either an associate degree or certificate based on the type of program studies. Some programs provide career or technical training, resulting in the development of skills and experience necessary to perform tasks and duties required by the field. Graduates of these programs are eligible for entry into the workforce immediately after graduation. Students in academic transfer programs complete the first two years of a four year education prior to transfer to a four year institution. Once transferred the student will be considered a sophomore and approximately two years away from completion of bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• History
• Accounting
• Automotive Technology
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at McHenry County College must either be a high school graduate, have a GED, or be 16 years of age and withdrawn from high school. As an open enrollment institution, all applicants are eligible for enrollment if they meet the above criterion and submit all pertinent information prior to the admissions deadline prior to the start of a given semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and work study programs. Scholarships are also available to individuals demonstrating academic excellence or qualify for external scholarships which have separate criterions for awarding funds. Students in need of aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and obtain a PIN number in order to determine need and eligibility and receive awards.

Clubs and Organizations
McHenry County College has a number of clubs and organizations that may be of interest to students. Students may join these clubs, that have active meeting schedules and participate in a variety of event, in order to meet like minded individuals or to contribute to their development. Clubs are good method for meeting others and discussing ideas, often developing bonds that last long after they have graduated and moved on. A full listing is available online and through the campus, as well as other student organization resources and an events calendar.

Clubs and organizations at McHenry County College include:

• Art Club
• Down to Earth
• Equality
• Pagan Fellowship
• Game Developers Club

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 13
  • Average Hourly Rate: $90.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $188500
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Hourly Rate: $65.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $136870
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $92.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $191850

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 68
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $122360
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $48.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $100460
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $129540

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 16
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $128010
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 450
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $116550
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $130640

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 10
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $80980
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 250
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $67760
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $74830

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