Office Management

Associates of Science (University Parallel - Area of Emphasis)
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Program Description

The Associates of Science degree with emphasis on Office Management is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university. This program is for students interested in pursuing a career in business or office management. In addition to core curriculum, students following the Office Management path will be introduced to the following:

basic principles of accounting
secondary accounting principles with emphasis on partnership and corporate entity accounting manufacturing cost systems and financial statement analysis
a study of microcomputer applications including their uses, capabilities and limitations
how the use of spreadsheet applications, word processing or computer graphics to enhance business creativity and productivity
basic statistical theories, concepts, methods, and techniques, and their applications in business
other interesting curriculum in preparation for bachelor's degree completion at any one of Tennessee's colleges or universities

Practical Experience

Students will be engaged in the learning process through activities like:

critical thinking
in-depth research and analysis
interaction with students and instructors
exposure to fascinating coursework, lectures and classroom interaction

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of our Associates of Science Degree in Office Management and successful transfer and completion of a four-year baccalaureate program at one of Tennessee's four-year college or universities, you may potentially start your career in one of these entry-level positions:

administrative assistant
office manager

Earnings Potential

Salary Data*	Median Annual Salary
Administrative Assistant I	$34,006
Office Manager	$54,634

*Data taken from www.salary.com for positions in the Nashville, TN area as of March, 2011. This salary data is offered for informational purposes only and Motlow State Community College nor its faculty or staff make promises or representations otherwise.Further education and/or certifications may be required to qualify for some positions.

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