Business Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Business Technology degree program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today’s technology-driven workplaces. The Business Technology program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.
The program emphasizes the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications software. Students are also introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, Internet research, and electronic file management. The program includes instruction in effective communication skills and terminology that encompasses office management and executive assistant qualification and technology innovations for the office. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of administrative technology. Graduates of the program receive a Business Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree with a specialty in Office Management or Social Media
Students may enter the Business Technology degree program any semester. A full-time student can complete this program in 5 semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 63 semester credit hours.
Offered at the Following Campuses/Delivery Mode:
- North Campus (Sandersville)
- South Campus (Dublin)
- Online (Distance Education)
Articulation Agreements
For information on further advancing your education after completing your Associate of Applied Science Degree, see our Articulation (Transfer) Agreements.
Employment Outlook
Career Traits/Requirements
Individuals wanting to enroll in the Business Technology degree program must be able to work in an office setting, type and produce business documents, be a fast and accurate typist, show initiative, work with people, work as a team member, multi-task, display a professional appearance, work with computers and computer application software, and have a strong work ethic.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Technology Associate of Applied Science degree program are prepared for employment as executive secretaries, office managers, personnel managers, or human resource managers. Instruction and practical application of learned skills provide a broad occupational background which appeals to prospective employers.
Program Costs
Tuition & Fees: $8,055.00
Books & Supplies: $1,865.00
(Costs are estimated and are subject to change.)
Admission Requirements
OFTC may accept a student’s official entrance score on the following validated assessment instruments if the scores meet the required minimums:
- COMPASS/ASSET,
- SAT,
- ACT,
- PSAT,
- PACT,
- Accuplacer/Accuplacer Next Generation/Companion,
- HOPE GPA after completion of 10th grade of 2.6 or higher, or High School GPA of 2.6 (for occupational programs), or 2.0 for Workforce Entry Level programs, or GED.
The College may accept transfer credit for other courses according to the College’s transfer policy.
Curriculum
Area I - Language Arts/Communications
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences
Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics
Choose one of the following:
Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts
Choose one of the following:
Program-Specific Requirements
To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in General Core Courses, students must take an additional 3 semester credit hours.
Occupational Courses
| BUSN 1240 | Office Procedures | 3 | 60 |
| BUSN 1450 | Computer Applications for the Business Professional | 4 | 90 |
| BUSN 1460 | Keyboarding and Document Formatting | 4 | 105 |
| BUSN 1470 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 | 60 |
| BUSN 2150 | Social Media and Electronic Communication | 3 | 60 |
| BUSN 2190 | Business Document Proofreading and Editing | 3 | 60 |
| COLL 1060 | Introduction to College and Computers | 3 | 50 |
| MGMT 1120 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 45 |
| XXXX XXXX | Guided Elective | 6 | |
Choose one of the following:
Choose a Specialization
Office Management Specialization
Social Media Specialization
Program Pathway
Semester 1
| ENGL 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 | 45 |
| COLL 1060 | Introduction to College and Computers | 3 | 50 |
| | Elective | | |
Choose one of the following
Semester 2
| BUSN 1450 | Computer Applications for the Business Professional | 4 | 90 |
| BUSN 1460 | Keyboarding and Document Formatting | 4 | 105 |
| BUSN 2150 | Social Media and Electronic Communication | 3 | 60 |
Choose one of the following
Semester 3
| BUSN 1240 | Office Procedures | 3 | 60 |
| BUSN 1470 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 | 60 |
| BUSN 2190 | Business Document Proofreading and Editing | 3 | 60 |
| XXXX XXXX | Guided Elective | 3 | |
Semester 4
Choose one of the following
Office Management Specialization
Social Media Specialization
Semester 5
Choose one of the following
Office Management Specialization
Social Media Specialization