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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Career Summary
Management is an integral part of any business
enterprise, including private industry, nonprofit institutions, and government
entities. The hierarchy of managers spans from
top executives, who establish policies, formulate business objectives, oversee
funding, and develop long-range plans of an organization, to regional or
district or branch managers, who implement organizational strategy and action
plan in their assigned geographical territories, to department managers who
direct and mange day-to day operations of their departments, programs, or
teams. The objective of any effective manager is to deliver tangible
results on time and on budget, generate new business ideas, enhance company’s
revenues, and foster productivity. Ability to effect cooperative work
environment, motivate employees to perform at peak efficiency, and lead people
in a joint effort toward a common goal are the characteristics and markings of
a successful manager.
Over the past two decades, American business has been impacted by a number of significant
transformations. The shift to a service economy, the globalization of
business, the downsizing of corporations, accelerated outsourcing of company
production operations, advances in high technology are among the latest
trends. Consequently, these developments have affected the types of
products offered, the nature of jobs involved in producing and marketing them,
the demand for individuals with certain skills, and the work environment as a
whole. As the business field is evolving into a more complex and global
entity, knowledge of business administration theory and practical applications
is becoming increasingly important. To meet the accelerating demands of
today’s business world, business graduates should cultivate leadership, critical
thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. Opportunities in
business careers exist virtually everywhere in companies of all sizes.
Program Description
The GCC Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various business practices and prepare them for eventual entry into all areas of business with employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, wholesale distributorships, retail stores, and large to small business enterprises. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. The course work covers a spectrum of business concepts including accounting procedures, written business communications, human relations as they apply to the business environment, investment principles, the operation of securities markets, American monetary system and financial institutions, managerial functions, and marketing techniques. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, team building, job adjustment, leadership, and decision making. After completion of the GCC Business Administration Associate in Arts or any of the Associate of Science programs (General Business, Financial Planning and Investment, International Business, or Entrepreneurship/Small Business), students will possess the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level employment positions. These career opportunities may be in areas such as accounting, sales, marketing, human resources, banking and finance. A Bachelor’s degree will open the door to future promotions in your career track. An MBA or EMBA degree has become a common phenomenon in today’s corporate culture. Highly technical or legal specializations require a doctorate or professional degree.
Students interested in pursuing a Bachelor’s degree should meet with an academic and/or transfer counselor to discuss transfer requirements.
Key Skills and
Characteristics
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Knowledge
of business and management principles involved in tactical planning, resource
allocation, human resources coordination, leadership technique. |
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Strong
interest in coordinating data, resources, and people. |
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Good
verbal aptitude to explain things to employees and customers. |
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Numerical
ability to prepare budgets. |
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Capacity
to negotiate with people and to get along well with clients. |
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Team
building qualities. |
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Ability
to think on your feet; work independently; demonstrate initiative and
delegate work to others. |
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Keen
entrepreneurial instincts and vision; strong interest in business operations. |
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Attention
to detail. |
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Ability
to write reports. |
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Knowledge
of sales and marketing techniques and methods for promoting, and selling
products or services. |
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Orientation
toward quality customer service. |
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Knowledge
of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets,
banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data. |
Related Career Titles
CEO * President * COO * Executive Vice President * CFO * CIO * Regional/Area/District/General Manager * Assistant General Manager * First-line Supervisor * Retail Specialist * Purchasing Agent * Sales Representative * Administrative Support * Personnel Recruiter * Wholesale and Retail Buyer
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