Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Wake Technical 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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Wake Technical Community College

1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem, NC

About
Wake Technological Community College is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.  Wake was founded 1958 to provide career training for individuals in the greater Raleigh area as an industrial education center. The school expanded over the years, adding programs and developing closer ties to the community.

in 1987, Wake Technical Community College became officially recognized as a community college by the North Carolina Department of Higher Education.  The school is typically referred to as Wake Tech and is one of the largest two year institution in the state by enrollment.  WTCC operates five campus locations in and around Raleigh and serves over 64,000 students annually. The school constantly reviews programs and services to ensure that the needs of current and future students are met.

Academics
Wake Tech offers various programs that will prepare students for transfer to a 4 year university or offer vocational training to ready students for viable careers. The school offers over 180 certificate, diploma and associates programs in order to ensure a wide variety of opportunities for students.

Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the equivalent of the first two years of a bachelors degree. Once done, the student will be able to apply to a college or university to continue their education and earn their four year degree. Students applying to public North Carolina institutions will find that agreements in place between schools will ease transfer requirements.

Career training programs provide a comprehensive education in a specific field, imparting the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete, and are comprised of traditional and practical courses.

Practical courses provide the opportunity to develop important skills in a safe environment under the supervision of a professional. Once completed, students will earn a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and allows for pursuit of an entry level position in their field.

Some programs offered:

• AC, Heating and Refrigeration
• Medical Assisting
• Interior Design
• Environmental Science Technology
• Fine Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Wake Tech should complete the online application, submit all transcripts and test scores take a placement exam. As an open enrollment institution, any students that do so will be admitted as part of the colleges mission to supply higher education opportunities to interested individuals. A meeting with a school counselor is also encourage in order  to determine curriculum.

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 from which will be used by the school in order to determine the extent of one's need and aid program eligibility when constructing an aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied prior to each academic year.

Athletics
Wake Tech competes in the NJCAA Region X. Athletic programs provide a forum for health competition among students and allowing for the development of useful skills, such as teamwork, discipline leadership. Athletic programs require students to maintain a good GPA as well as make time in their schedule for practice and away games. Interested student may contact the athletic department for more information.

Athletic programs available:

• Volleyball
• Baseball/Softball
• Golf
• Soccer
• Basketball
• Cheerleading

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• 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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 350
  • Average Hourly Rate: $102.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $213250

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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $122200

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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $127850

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

• Winston-Salem, NC
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $95320

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