Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Mohave 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 Arizona colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Mohave Community College

1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ

About
Mohave Community College, located in Kingman, Arizona, was founded to serve the residents of northwest Arizona's Mohave County. The school operates several campuses, located in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Colorado City, and Bullhead City. In addition, the school's proximity to the border allows neighboring communities in California and Nevada to utilize the services and education provided by the school. Mohave Community College is a public two year institution dedicated to providing the best education possible to residents of its service area, serving nearly 13,000 students annually through its various programs and offerings.

Academics
Mohave Community College offers a number of programs  that result in either a degree or certificate. Such programs allow students to obtain career training or pursue academic transfer. Career program will assist in the development of the skills and abilities necessary for entry into the workforce as professionals through a combination of classroom and practical courses. Programs take between one and two years to complete, allowing graduates to seek employment immediately after graduation. Such are usually reflective of the needs of the community and are often for high demand fields. The resulting certificate or associate degree demonstrates competency to potential employers.

Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, and once completed, provide the students the opportunity to apply for transfer to a four year institution to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Four year institutions will have varying transfer requirements, and as such it is recommended students meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum that best assists in transfer to a student's desired school or schools.

Programs offered at MCC include:

• Accounting
• Nursing
• History
• Paralegal Studies
• Dental Assisting

Admissions and Financial Aid
Mohave Community College is an open enrollment institution, and as such, any student who submits a completed application and meets the minimum requirements for admission may enroll. Students must provide standardized test scores and transcripts from previous schools as well as take a placement exam. New students are encouraged to participate in student orientation and meet with a guidance counselor to outline a curriculum that best suits the student's needs. Registration takes place prior to the start of each semester with tuition due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year. Students may be asked to provide additional financial information to ensure that the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds. Students may also apply for external scholarships offered by various sources that are awarded for a variety of reasons. Students in need of assistance regarding the application process may make an appointment with a financial aid counselor.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• 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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $88.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $183480

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 28
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $106090

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $113140

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $95350

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