Administrative Professional
Program Number:
101066
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program Website:
Program Courses offered at the following Campuses:
This program is offered completely online.
About
The Administrative Professional Program prepares individuals in the software/hardware, administrative, and interpersonal skills needed to perform the duties of administrative support personnel. With additional education and/or work experience, there is opportunity for advancement into supervisory or managerial positions.
Graduates of this program typically earn $32,500 per year.
Admissions
Requirements for Program Application
The following is required to process your application:
- High School transcript - or
- Completed COMPASS - or
- HSED/GED Test Scores - or
- College transcript showing an Associate's, Bachelor's or higher degree from an institution other than Madison College
Admission Processing Deadlines:
Fall 2012
Madison College begins collecting applications for the following year's fall semester on September 1, 2011. For this program applications must be received by August 31, 2012 to be considered for the fall semester. All supporting documentation (transcripts, test scores, etc.) must be received by September 15, 2012.
Spring 2013
Madison College begins collecting applications for the following year's spring semester on January 16, 2012. For this program applications must be received by January 15, 2013, to be considered for the spring semester. All supporting documentation (transcripts, test scores, etc.) must be received by February 2, 2013.
Admission information and Next Steps:
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
- Develop and implement systems and processes to enhance office efficiency and effectiveness.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and oral formats.
- Recognize professional values and exhibit professional behaviors in the work environment.
- Use appropriate technology and technical skills to manage information and solve problems.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills and attitudes for working in an office environment.
Employment
Career Potential:
- Administrative Assistant/Secretary
- Administrative Support
- Desktop Publisher Specialist
- Information Coordinator
- Information Processing Specialist
- Office Assistant
- Office Support
- Program Assistant
- Project Coordinator
- Receptionist
- Secretary
- Transcriptionist
- Word Processor
Additional Info
Industry Links
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- U.S Department of Labor - Secretaries and Administrative Assistants salary information.
Technical Resources
- Madison College Technical Resources - Student Help Desk and special computer and software pricing.
- Madison College Student Email, Yahoo - Free email service.
Last Modified: February 7, 2012