Business Administration Degree

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

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Tri-County Community College (ACC)

1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC

The Tri-County Community College (TCCC) was established in 1964 and currently has three campuses in North Carolina – the Main Campus in Murphy, the Graham County Center in Robbinsville and the Cherokee County Center of Applied Technology in Marble.

With a mission to engage you in learning and help you succeed, they accomplish their mission through innovative and effective learning, efficient learning environments and strong local and regional partnerships.

TCCC offers programs of study in various disciplines ranging from accounting, business administration and automotive systems to computer information technology, cosmetology and electrical engineering technology. TCCC awards certificates, diplomas, associate in arts and science degrees and associate in general education degree. Credits earned in any of the certificate programs can be applied to a degree if you choose to continue your education.

The student life here involves more than just textbooks and classrooms. There are many clubs and organizations at TCCC that allow you to collaborate on community projects and have fun connecting with friends.

Student focused counseling services are available at TCCC to address any problems that interfere with your coursework. To remove any financial barriers that are in way of your education, financial aid is available at TCCC.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Burlington, NC
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $104.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $216610

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

• Burlington, NC
  • Total Employment: 690
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $112350

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

• Burlington, NC
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $96500

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

• Burlington, NC
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $48.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $100970

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