Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Pitt 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 North Carolina colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Pitt Community College

1715 College Dr, Roxboro, NC

About
Pitt Community College, located in Winterville, North Carolina, was founded in 1961 and was originally known as Pitt Industrial Education Center. By 1964 the school was designated as a technical institute, resulting in a  name change to Pitt Technical Institute. A bill enacted by the General Assembly in 1979 changed the school to a community college, which added university transfer programs as part of the curriculum. The school is part of the 58 school North Carolina Community College System (NCCS), which is the third largest such system in the United States. The school, in line with the NCCS, changed from a quarter to semester system in 1997.

Academics
Students will be able to choose from programs that allow for academic transfer or assist in workforce development through training in a high demand field. Academic transfer is accomplished through a program that emulates the course of study and curriculum a student pursuing a bachelor's degree would experience their first two years. Upon completion students will apply to a four year institution, and if accepted, enter the new school as a junior, completing the final two years and earning a bachelor's degree. Students applying to public colleges and universities in North Carolina will be assisted in the transfer process by agreements in place easing requirements for transfer if certain criteria are met. Transfer to out of state or private institutions will have separate requirements that should be discussed with a counselor.

Career training programs are aimed at providing an education and skill development that will allow an individual to pursue a successful career upon completion. Courses are mix of traditional and practical settings, providing theory as well as practice in regards to the types of activities and skills necessary in order to be considered for employment. Programs typically take two years to complete, though some may have shorter durations, such as six, nine or twelve months. Upon completion students will receive a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Information technology
• Early Childhood Education
• Liberal Arts
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to apply to Pitt Community College will have to fill out and submit an application, provide transcripts from all previous schools attended and pay all associated fees. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older or have a high school diploma. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum, as well as to participate in orientation to familiarize themselves with the campus.

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 school to determine the extent of one's needs and aid program eligibility when constructing his or her aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for every year.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pitt Community 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

• Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
  • Total Employment: 350
  • Average Hourly Rate: $119.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $249000

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

• Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $65.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $136350

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

• Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $128800

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

• Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
  • Total Employment: 720
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $106960

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