Administrative Management

Administrative Management

School of Business Administration >> Division of Business Technology and Administration

The Administrative Management major prepares graduates to communicate effectively, to think logically and creatively, and to relate well to other people. Students learn to manage processes related to technology, marketing, research, planning, business development, decision-making, reporting, purchasing, workspace design, budgets, travel public relations, records management and human resources. A broad range of courses deal with business technology including numerous hands-on courses using such programs as Access, Excel, Word, Dreamweaver, QuickBooks, PhotoShop, and InDesign. Two hardware-related courses along with a teaching technology course are included as well. The major prepares graduates for a wide range of career paths many of which include management positions.

Curriculum Highlights

  • Freshman
  • Keyboarding
  • Introd. to Administrative Management
  • Principles of Management
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  • Sophomore
  • Survey of Accounting
  • Project Management
  • Spreadsheet Applications for Business
  • Problems/Applications in Word Processing
  • Introd. to Records & Database Management
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  • Junior
  • Accounting Software for the Small Business
  • Administrative Technology I & II
  • Web Applications for Business
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  • Senior
  • Principles of Microeconomics
  • Introduction to Desktop Publishing
  • Administrative Management
  • Public Relations
  • Technology Training Methods

For further details see complete major information: Administrative Management Personal Opportunity Profile PDF

You may also contact Admissions (1.800.BJ.AND.ME) to receive a printed copy of this information.

Key Courses

Desktop Publishing Study of practical design guidelines. Includes extensive hands-on experience with layout and photo editing software. (Semester project: full-color business promotional brochure/booklet/pamphlet)

Intro to Records and Database Management Includes study of emerging records management concerns and solutions along with comprehensive hands-on database design for small businesses. (Semester project: Given a business scenario, students are required to design a database to meet the business’s needs including creating multiple database queries, designing forms for easy data entry, formulating reports to display appropriate query data, and then packaging the database in a user-friendly manner.)

Administrative Technology I & II Study of emerging business processes and technology and relating that study to budgeting, analyzing, recommending and installing hardware and software in the small business. (Semester project: Students analyze hardware, software and networking needs for a simulated small business. Based on research and on a limited budget, they recommend particular purchases to meet the specific needs of that small business.)

Human Resources Study of the major functions within human resources. These functions include training, compensation and benefits, legal compliance, recruiting and hiring, management and employee relations, and research. (Due to the introductory nature of this course, large projects are not assigned. However, students participate in several team projects throughout the semester as well as article reviews.)

Administrative Management Study relating to communication and motivation, improvement of productivity and quality of work, ethical behavior, teamwork, problem solving and leadership. (Semester project: Team written and oral presentation of an ergonomic design for a five-person office including suggested purchases to outfit the entire office on a limited budget.)

Career Opportunities

Each year over 60 businesses and 150 Christian Schools/Mission Boards/Christian Organizations recruit our graduates for positions that include:

  • Administrative Assistants
  • Administrative Coordinator
  • Administrative Manager
  • Bookkeeper
  • Computer Teacher
  • Computer Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Desktop Publishing
  • Executive Assistant
  • Help Desk Assistant
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Legal Assistant
  • Legislative Assistant
  • Marketing Assistant
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Transcription Business Owner/Operator
  • Office Employee Service Owner/Operator
  • Office Manager
  • Payroll Assistant
  • PC Support Specialist

The administrative professional works in virtually every sector of the economy. This program provides the graduate with a wide variety of available positions across the spectrum of the workplace in home, telecommuting, small, or executive offices.