Office Administration

Students may choose from a degree, diploma or certificate in Office Administration in a day program, or a diploma or certificate in an evening program.

Most courses in the Office Administration degree program are also offered online, making this program flexible enough to fit almost any schedule.

The curriculum is designed to prepare you for employment in administrative support careers using current office technology, oral and written communication, and computer software applications.

Successful graduates may attain employment in a broad range of business settings including government agencies, financial or educational institutions and small to large business or industry.

Online Certificate Option

Fast track your way to a certificate in Office Administration in a single semester.

The Office Administration Certificate is offered completely online and includes the courses you will need for an entry-level position in an office setting.

Courses include Keyboarding, Word Processing, Text Editing Applications, Text Entry and Formatting and Administrative Office Management.

Courses are offered in two, 8-week modules. Three courses are offered the first 8 weeks and two are offered the second 8 weeks, completing a 16-week semester.

Careers in Office Administration

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, the office administration occupation ranks among those with the largest number of job openings. Opportunities are best for applicants with extensive knowledge of computer software applications.

Administrative office assistants are increasingly assuming responsibilities once reserved for managerial and professional staff. They held about 4.3 million jobs in 2008, ranking it among the largest occupations in the U.S. economy.

Employment is projected to grow by about 11 percent through 2018. In addition to jobs created from growth, numerous jobs will arise from the need to replace individuals who leave their current positions.

Extracurricular Activities

The Business Technologies Club is a voluntary campus organization comprised of students, faculty and staff at MCC. The club works to provide students with opportunities to promote their profession in the community, participate in fundraisers and outreach activities, and learn about people and agencies that play a vital role in the business world.