Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Western Oklahoma State 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Western Oklahoma State College

111 S Ninth St, Muskogee, OK

About
Western Oklahoma State College, located in Altus, Oklahoma, was founded in 1926 as Altus Junior College, changing its name to the current in 1974. The school is one of many the that comprise the Oklahoma State System of Higher education. Western, as the school is often referred to, is a public, two year institution dedicated to providing education, opportunity and resources to residents of its service area and to meet the needs of current and future students.

Academics
Western Oklahoma State College offers a large number of programs aimed at providing the maximum number of academic and career opportunities for its students. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at Western, followed by applying for transfer of earned credits to a four year institution in order to finish the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree in one's desired field. Transfer to public Oklahoma institutions is made easier through agreements in place that allow students to meet certain requirements to guarantee admission. Transfer to out of state or private institutions will have varying requirements, and students desiring to do so should meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum and options.

Career and technical programs provide education in a specific area of study with the intent to provide skill and ability development and entry into the workforce as a professional. Students will have a mix of traditional courses and practical courses. Practical courses will simulate real world environments and assist in the perfection of skills and methods often used in one's chosen field. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and assists in the obtaining of entry level employment.

Programs offered include:

• Liberal Arts
• Criminal Justice
• Communications
• Nursing
• Graphic Design

Admissions and Financial Aid
Western Oklahoma State College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual to enroll by supplying an application for admission and paying associated fees. Individuals should be 18 years of age or older, or have a high school diploma or equivalent. Students should supply transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are encouraged to participate in orientation and to meet with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and 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 is used by the school to determine need and aid program eligibility for the student. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year. Students may be chosen at random to provide additional tax and financial information to be compared to the FAFSA in order to ensure its accuracy as per new federal requirements governing the disbursement of federal aid.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Western Oklahoma State College offers an associate's degree program in business administration.

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).