Business Administration

Postsecondary Teacher Continuity Planner Administrative Services Manager

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Jobs available locally

10,956

Demand Locally

+1 %

Annual Wage Range

$49,229 – $183,325

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Jobs available locally

11,651

Demand Locally

+1 %

Annual Wage Range

$47,995 – $131,968

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

Jobs available locally

1,409

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$70,687 – $181,268

Program Level:

Degrees, Pre-Majors/Transfer

Program Type:

Face-to-Face

Department:

Computer Science, Technology & Business

Institute:

Business & Entrepreneurship

College:

NVC

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About the Program

At Northwest Vista College, our Business & Management Field of Study can be an ideal way for you to get started in the field. Our program gives you a broad base of practical knowledge and the chance to apply it to real-world examples. You’ll explore all the functional business areas: accounting, economics, business ethics, marketing, and information technology, while seeing how the different business functions connect in today’s complex global landscape. You can build a foundation in business, learning fundamental principles and gaining exposure to different specialties – like economics, data analysis using information systems, accounting, and business communication.

What will I learn?

You’ll learn how to apply basic business skills in the public and private sectors, while you:

*Develop communication, critical thinking, and quantitative capabilities

*Strengthen your understanding of how politics, culture, and finances shape the global economy

*Study and apply analysis techniques to develop successful business plans

What can I do with this course of study?

Guess what? This median annual wage for business and financial occupations was $67,710 in May 2017, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $37,690 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics!

This business program at NVC can lead to preparation for a Bachelors degree and entry-level employment in a variety of industries and workplace settings. Here are some of the entry-level opportunities available:

1. Customer service associate

2. Retail sales workers

3. Assistant store manager

4. Administrative assistant

5. Store manager

6. Relationship Banker

7. Sales consultant

8. Sales support specialist

9. Sales supervisor

10. Endless opportunities…

What is special about this program?

In today's fast-paced business world, the ability to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly is highly valued. With an NVC business Field of Study, you'll be on your way to learning to approach opportunities in the business industry confidently. You will also have the basic tools to utilize a variety of decision-making methods and how to address issues through synthesis and evaluation. What are you waiting for? Your success is waiting for you at Northwest Vista College!

Current Awards

Degrees and Certificates
Associate of Arts

Transfer Advising Guides
Interested in a Bachelors in Business, Finance, Information Systems, Management. Marketing, Accounting, or Economics and more? See how our courses transfer!