Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Monroe County 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 Michigan colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Monroe County Community College

1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI

Monroe County Community College, located in Monroe, Michigan, was founded in 1964 though it did not begin operation until 1967. The school is the only institution of higher learning in Monroe County. The school also maintains relationships with nearby colleges and universities, allowing students to take undergraduate courses at MCCC for the purposes of convenience, allowing individuals to earn a bachelor's degree without leaving Monroe. The school also maintains a secondary location in Temperance known as the Whitman Center. The school offers high quality educational opportunities that are constantly reviewed and updated to ensure they meet the needs of current and future students.

Academics

Monroe County Community College offers a variety of programs aimed at assisting student pursue academic transfer opportunities or to pursue careers through training programs. Students seeking academic transfer will complete a curriculum that completes the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion students will apply to colleges and universities, and once accepted will complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Students applying to public state schools in Michigan will find agreements in place that ease transfer requirements and assist in transfer. Private and out of state schools will have varying admissions requirements, and it is recommended students seek the aid of a counselor if they wish to transfer.

Career training programs assist individuals in pursuing long term employment through education and skill development in one of the many high demand fields available for study. Programs are taught by experienced and qualified faculty, with practical courses giving students the opportunity to train in simulated real world conditions with proper supervision to ensure safety. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate that demonstrates competency and encourages employer confidence.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Chemistry
• Graphic Design
• Nursing
• Welding

Admissions and Financial Aid

Monroe County Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any individual that meets the minimum requirements for admission to enroll by completing an application and paying the associated fees. Students are asked to provide previous transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. Participation in student orientation and a meeting with a counselor prior to the first semester are encouraged in order to familiarize new students with campus and assist them with choosing the right program.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided within which will be used by the financial aid office to determine need and aid program eligibility when constructing a students aid packet. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year and should be submitted prior to posted dates to ensure the information is available prior to the start of the school year.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Monroe County Community College offers an associate's degree program in business administration.

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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).