CAP_OfficeAdministration
Career & Academic Pathways >> Business & Hospitality
Contact Information
Bruce Barrie (Department Chair)
(831) 646-4216
bbarrie@mpc.edu

For Additional Info
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• Visit MPC Office Administration
• Connect with a Counselor

Program Overview

Through the Office Administration program, students acquire the digital and online literacy required in today’s office environment. Coursework includes a comprehensive grounding in widely-used software programs for communication, document publishing, information processing, and bookkeeping. Professional communication and appropriate office etiquette are also taught, and students may opt for specialty courses in topics from business math to leadership. Those earning AS degrees will have the added dimension of general education coursework.

Job Outlook

Digital literacy is now expected in 82% of all “middle skill” jobs that require more than a high school education but less than a bachelor’s degree, so graduates are well-equipped to enter the workforce.  In addition to pursuing roles as office managers, administrative assistants, and customer service representatives, graduates can undertake further study and certification in specialty skills such as accounting and marketing to further grow earning potential.

Potential Careers

Customer Service Representatives

$27,030 - $63,410

Administrative Assistants

$27,590 - $63,090

Customer Service Supervisors

$38,000 - $95,970

*Exec. Administrative Assistants
(may require additional training)

$45,350 - $102,220

*Office Managers
(may require additional training)

$64,081 - $116,400

MPC Degrees and Certificates

  • Business Administration: Sales and Marketing: Associate in Science (AS)
  • Business Administration: Sales and Marketing: Certificate of Achievement (COA)

Suggested Course Sequence (AS) 

Year 1

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS
ENGL 1A  3 Area A2 4-5
MPC Elective 2    MATH 16 rec.
   ENGL 101A rec.
BUSI 70 3
LIBR 50 1 CSIS 1 3
BUSC 140 & 150 & 160,  3 MPC Elective 4 
   or CSIS 50 & 50L        BUSI 120A rec.   
BUSI 20, 22, 54, or 110  3 MPC Elective 3
BUSC 109 or Proficiency Test 0-1    
MPC Elective 1    
   PERS 10 rec.
      
       
Total Fall Units
 13-14
 Total Spring Units
 17-18

Year 2

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS
BUSI 120B 3 BUSI 20, 22, 54, or 110 3
Area B & Lab 4 BUSI 22 or 64 3
Area C 3 Area F 3
Area D 3    BUSI 38 rec.
MPC Elective 3 MPC Elective 3
    MPC Elective 1-3
       
Total Fall Units
 16
 Total Spring Units
 13-15

This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit www.mpc.edu/counseling. 

Testimonials 

Alexis Bollin

MPC has provided me with a clear educational path that allowed me to complete my associate degree in a reasonable amount of time. The program prepared me for university level coursework by challenging my educational work ethic and helping me explore possible careers.