Associate in Science Degree Program
Business Office Technology: Computer Applications Specialist
Students are provided the opportunity to become competent in office skills. Applications and the decision-making process are stressed. Introductory and advanced courses give students a strong foundation. Specialized terminology and related work simulations are offered. Students receive hands-on experience using personal computer hardware and software, transcription equipment, and office simulations. The program will prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter a career or advance in the field.
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Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate speed and accuracy in keyboarding skills
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze and prepare business communication that is correct, concise, and complete
- Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing computer software programs
- Demonstrate the ability to solve problems in the workplace using ethical principles, productive work habits, and continuing professional development
- Demonstrate employment-level mathematical/accounting skills
- Demonstrate a knowledge of records management
- Develop a portfolio which serves as a self-evaluation of the student's skills for employment marketability
- Demonstrate the ability to prepare an application letter, resume, and follow-up correspondence
- Demonstrate the ability to construct a report utilizing various sources such as, but not limited to, the Internet and library
- Develop an understanding of cultural diversity
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| Course of Study¹ |
| FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits) |
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English Composition |
3 |
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Keyboarding for Information Processing I |
3 |
MAT* __ |
Mathematics Elective |
3 |
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Introduction to Computers OR |
3 |
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BOT* Elective |
3 |
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Principles of Management OR |
3 |
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Principles of Marketing OR |
3 |
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Intro to Business |
3 |
| SECOND SEMESTER (15-16 credits) |
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Composition and Literature |
3 |
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Keyboarding for Information Processing II |
3 |
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Administrative Procedures |
3 |
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Introduction to Software Applications |
3 |
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Social & Behavioral Science Elective |
3 |
| THIRD SEMESTER (15-16 credits) |
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Principles of Accounting |
4 |
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Business Communications |
3 |
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Advanced Applications OR |
3 |
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Medical Terminology |
3 |
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BOT* Elective |
3 |
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Fine Arts Elective |
3 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER (15 credits) |
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Public Speaking |
3 |
BOT* __ |
Internship or other †BOT* Elective |
3 |
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Social Science Elective |
3 |
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Desktop Publishing OR |
3 |
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BOT*, CSA*, CSC*, or CST* Elective |
3 |
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Business Law |
3 |
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| Total Credits | 61 |
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