Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Sandhills 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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Sandhills Community College

Highway 24 West, Clinton, NC

About
Sandhills Community College, located in Pinehurst, North Carolina, was founded in 1963. The school was the first community college in the state to offer academic transfer to four year institutions. The school is one of 58 such institutions that comprise the North Carolina Community College System.

As a high quality institution of higher learning, the school is dedicated to providing the best education possible to its service area residents by constantly reviewing its program offerings and updating them as needed.  In addition, as a growing educational facility the school has renovated and added buildings as needed to meet enrollment needs and remain modern.

Academics
Sandhills Community College provides career and technical training as well as academic transfer opportunities through its program offerings. Career and technical programs educate students in the skills and knowledge necessary to operate as professionals in the workforce. Graduates of these programs will be able to pursue entry level positions immediately after graduation.

Academic programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years of bachelor degree at low cost then transfer to a four year institution to complete the degree. The school also offers non credit and continuing education courses to allow individuals to pursue educational opportunities for personal interest or benefit.

Programs offered include:

• Automotive Technologies
• Cosmetology
• Nursing
• Fine Art
• Mathematics

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution Sandhills Community College will accept any student that meets the minimum requirements for enrollment. Students may complete and submit the application for admission, supplying all pertinent documents and feed. Once completed students are invited to speak with counselors to  determine academic and career goals, program choice and curriculum. Students should complete and submit the application prior to posted deadlines to ensure entry.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Individuals are awarded aid based on need as determined through a completed and processes Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once received, the student aid report resulting from the FAFSA will be used to determine eligibility and awards. Additional information may be requested by the financial aid department to ensure accuracy and properly disburse funds.

Athletics
The Sandhills Community College Flyers compete in intercollegiate athletics through the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA). Athletic programs allow students a to compete in a healthy environment that encourages personal growth and betterment while advocating sportsmanship and fair play. Students who participate in intercollegiate athletics will also learn valuable skills such as teamwork and discipline which may be applied to their academic and professional careers. Students may inquire about try out dates through the school's athletic department.

Athletic programs at Sandhills Community College include:

• Golf
• Basketball (Men Only)
• Volleyball (Women Only)

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Sandhills Community College has offered the following degree 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

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).