Business Administration, Associate Degree (A.A.S. Program)

MTI College offers a one-year Diploma in Business Administration as well as the following two-year Associate Degree (A.A.S.).

Business Training Course Description

The Business Administration Degree program provides the graduate with business training in general administrative skills as well as a diversified background in business management principles.

The business training program is comprised of two parts. The first year concentrates on general knowledge and computer skills. It also provides the foundation for a chosen emphasis that will enhance the student's skills in business administration.

The second year introduces the specific business administrative course that are the core of the degree. Before attempting the second year, students must successfully complete the first year requirements.

Applicants must take an entrance examination and participate in an interview with an Admissions Officer in order to be considered for acceptance into the Business Administration Degree program. The business training program begins several times during the year. Actual dates for registration will be provided by your admissions officer. Students who successfully complete the graduation requirements for the Business Administration program will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Administration.

Professional placement assistance is available to graduates. Our past experience has shown that individuals without prior business administrative employment experience commonly obtain entry-level positions in the field. Individuals with experience are more likely to be considered for higher level positions.

Business Training Objective
To provide the education and skills necessary for employment in the field of general business administration, particularly in small and midsize businesses.

General Information
MTI's Business Administration course teaches students how to perform a variety of tasks associated with the administration of business entities. In particular, business training graduates will be familiar with the basic concepts of human resource and business management, marketing, finance and accounting, and the legal environment of modern business.

Employment Trends:
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an increase of approximately 400,000 jobs by the year 2005. These positions are generated each year as experienced workers transfer to other occupations or leave the labor market. In addition, as companies continue to downsize, there is an increasing need for administrative assistants to handle complex assignments that were previously handled by middle management.

Career Avenues:
Administrative Assistant
Executive Secretary
Senior Office Assistant
Department Assistant
Transcriptionist
Front Office Manager
Leasing Consultant
General Office
Customer Service Representative
Eligibility Worker
File Clerk
Claims Assistant
Receptionist
Clerk Typist I and II
Office Coordinator