Program Code: 3230
The Associate in Science degree in Office Administration is a 60-credit hour program designed for students who are interested in working as an administrative assistant, office manager, or any level of secretarial and clerical support in a modern office setting.
In this program you will learn a variety of skills including software applications, management, office procedures, document production, and general business knowledge to prepare you for a wide variety of positions. This degree requires students to complete 15 hours of general education courses as well as courses in office management.
Students completing this degree are also eligible to receive the 18-hour Office Support certificates. Due to some courses being offered only very limited times throughout the year, we strongly encourage all students to discuss their coursework with their Business Programs’ Advisor before registering for classes.
Requirements for Admission
There are no Admissions requirements for this program.
If a student is not at college level, they would take prep classes before beginning the program courses but could still be admitted.
Program Goals and Outcomes
After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:
- Demonstrate effective business communication skills.
- Prepare and use financial information.
- Manage business information using appropriate software.
- Perform records management activities.
- Develop leadership skills.
- Develop strategic organizational skills.
- Perform office management activities.
Performance Standards
- Students need a C or higher in all coursework
- Students are urged to make an appointment to see Santa Fe College’s Business Programs Advisor once each semester to ensure that adequate progress toward a degree is being made.
- Students must apply for graduation upon enrollment in their last semester of coursework.
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