Management, AAS

Required Courses

Total Credits Required to Complete the AAS Degree - 64

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$143.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $12,097*

* Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Accomplish organizational objectives by directing the efforts of employees.
• Plan and implement work schedules.
• Use technology for communication, business applications, web applications and presentations to individuals and groups.
• Purchase products for resale or manage a physical distribution program.
• Be a team leader with a group of employees.
• Plan and execute production programs using Total Quality Management.
• Establish human resource programs such as salary, schedules, fringe benefit packages, equal employment opportunity programs and training programs.
• Execute or manage the information flow in a business.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Work and relate well with people from various backgrounds.
• Follow through on details.
• Be self-managed, manage your own time, take initiative.
• Ability to persuasively provide solutions and ideas.
• Keep updated on products and services; learn on your own.
• Evaluate how effectively programs are working.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• The Management program offers a number of career and additional education options.
• Some employers will pay tuition for you to get a baccalaureate degree.
• Have an opportunity to plan and organize your work schedule.
• Pressure and stress may exist when deadlines and company objectives have to be met.
• Strong math background will enhance success in some management areas.
• Most work details and programs will be executed through the use of a computer/terminal.
• Average starting salary: AAS-$45,000 (2013-2014 Placement Report).

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