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Business Administration
Business Administration Informational Sessions
Register today for a Business Administration Info Session. Dates include November 2, December 19, January 16, February 20, March 19, April 16, May 21, and June 18. All sessions begin at 5 p.m. Register Now!
| Awards/Outcomes | Credits | Location |
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| Business Administration - A.S. Degree | 60 cr. | Rosemount | Online |
| Program Datasheet: Download the Business Administration Datasheet | ||
This program provides essential knowledge, skills and abilities that can be applied to the ever changing and highly competitive world of business. In this multidisciplinary degree, students understand business from management, financial and marketing perspectives.
The Business Administration A.S. offers students the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree and then transfer to designated bachelor’s degree programs at a number of universities. Work with an advisor for transfer planning.
This program offers Credit for Prior Learning (CPL). Seek credit for life experience to accelerate your progress toward a degree, diploma, or certificate. Visit the Credit for Prior Learning page to learn more.
| Business Administration A.S. Degree • 60 credits |
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|---|---|
| Tuition | $174/cr. |
| Fees | $21.45/cr. |
| Textbooks | $1,200 |
| Grand Total | $12,927 |
Each year, Dakota County Technical College and the DCTC Foundation make more than $200,000 in scholarships available to our students. Students are encouraged to create an account and apply for scholarships online.
Students looking for ways to help finance their college education can find part-time jobs on campus with various DCTC departments and programs. Deliver your completed Work-Study Application to the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid and search for openings at College Central Network Services. For more information, you can review Work Study Procedure.
Step 1: Apply now for financial aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
DCTC's Federal School Code: 010402
Step 2: After receiving an official award letter from DCTC, you may apply online for a Federal Stafford Student Loan. Visit the Loans page for more information.
Business professionals generally work in clean, comfortable, well-lit office spaces. Travel or relocation can be part of the job. However, improved technology continues to increase telecommuting from home offices, which along with teleconferencing, has reduced travel requirements.
According to CAREERwise Education, Minnesota's career, education and job resource, employment for business administrators is expected to grow 3 percent in Minnesota by the year 2020. CAREERwise: "There will be a need for about 6,610 new General and Operations Managers to meet market demand between 2010-2020. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth."
Graduates secure employment in positions such as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Facilities Manager, Plant Manager, General Manager (GM), Plant Superintendent, Store Manager, Vice President of Operations, Warehouse Manager, Director of Operations and Operations Manager among many others.
Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between two or more colleges and/or universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. DCTC has articulation agreements in place with a number of public and private colleges and universities.
MN Transfer.org is your official guide to a seamless transfer experience in Minnesota Higher Education. Use this resource to find agreements that DCTC has entered with other Minnesota State institutions.
Do you want to see how your courses transfer to programs at participating colleges and universities? Add the coursework you've taken and use Transferology to find out how it might transfer to any of the participating schools in the Transferology network. Get an account and create a plan now!
Whether you're a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or an international student or transferring from high school or a four-year university, DCTC will help you through the process. Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.
The Business Administration program at DCTC is active throughout the year and makes headlines in college publications.
As a student in DCTC's Business Administration program, you have many opportunities to make connections in the industry through your involvement in professional clubs and organizations.
DCTC features active, industry-relevant clubs for Business Administration students right on campus. Getting involved in these clubs allows you to make the most of your college experience and gives you an edge when seeking employment. The following clubs are open to all Business Administration students:
Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Business Professionals of America is the leading CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization) for students pursuing careers in accounting, business management, office administration, information technology and other related career fields.
Lions Club
Lions are an international network of 1.3 million people from over 200 countries who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world. Students will be able to help determine the types of services the club will provide based on the needs of the campus and surrounding community.
SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a national non-profit organization for students in trade, industrial, technical, and health occupation programs in community and technical colleges. There are nearly 100 competitions through SkillsUSA that relate to programs of study at DCTC or leadership skills. Students who compete and take first place in Minnesota will advance to nationals. Participation is SkillsUSA is a great addition to your resume!
