Administrative Professional Studies, AAS

Program Description

The Administrative Professional Studies program prepares students with the skills and knowledge to become effective administrative professionals.  The program includes instruction in oral and written business communications, office software applications, accounting principles, and administrative operations and procedures.   The business knowledge and office skills gained through this program prepare students to meet the challenges of today’s business environment.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of an Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Professional Studies, students will be able to:

• Communicate business information, written or oral, in a clear, concise, well-organized, and professional manner using the latest technologies when appropriate.  
• Apply software applications to enhance the efficiency of business functions. 
• Demonstrate basic financial math and accounting principles in a business office environment. 
• Demonstrate proper administrative operations and procedures for business. 
• Demonstrate concepts of professionalism, including professional image, teamwork, soft skills, and customer relations. 

Program Goals

• Graduates will understand how to apply the information and skills they have learned in class to workplace situations. 
• Graduates will possess the ability to communicate effectively. 
• Graduates will be able to use computer application software to perform business tasks. 
• Graduates will understand how to present themselves professionally in an office environment. 
• Graduates will understand the basic concepts and terminology of business.