Associate of Applied Business
in Business Management

Associate of Applied Business in Business Management

Program Overview

Shape Your Future with Exceptional Office Expertise

Welcome to the gateway to becoming an unparalleled professional in office management. Our Associate of Applied Business in Business Management is intricately designed to equip students with the modern administrative skills and knowledge required to thrive in today’s and tomorrow’s professional environments.

Program Highlights

This comprehensive program is tailored to prepare you for the continuously evolving roles within professional offices. Dive deep into a curriculum that emphasizes:

  • Current Software Mastery: Acquire fluency in essential office software, particularly MSW applications, to create, manage, and organize professional business documents with proficiency.
  • Advanced Administrative Skills: From accounting practices to supervisory strategies, evolve into a multifaceted administrative expert ready to tackle challenges head-on.
  • Communication Excellence: Elevate your administrative communication, ensuring you convey information with clarity and impact across various channels.
  • Leadership Development: Grow into a leader capable of training and overseeing staff with confidence, initiative, and sound judgment.
  • Capstone Experience: Culminate your learning journey with a Capstone Course oriented towards employment preparation, synthesizing your academic achievements into real-world readiness.

What You Will Learn

Upon completing this program, graduates will be empowered to:

  • Lead and Manage: Step into roles that demand independent decision-making, team collaboration, and superior project oversight.
  • Master Industry Tools: Utilize contemporary tools, technology, and software to streamline office functions and data management.
  • Communicate with Impact: Showcase exemplary written, verbal, and electronic communication skills, tailored for diverse work environments.
  • Implement Best Practices: Adopt and apply the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct in every facet of your role.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Navigate workplace challenges with strategic, analytical, and ethical solutions.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are positioned for success in a variety of roles within small businesses to corporate settings, such as:

  • Office Manager
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Executive Assistant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Business Data Analyst

Industry Outlook

With businesses prioritizing efficiency and professionalism in their operations, the demand for skilled office management professionals is on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in administrative roles is projected to grow, with thousands of new positions anticipated in the coming years. This growth underscores the critical value and opportunities awaiting graduates of the Associate of Applied Business in Business Management program.

Begin Your Professional Journey

Are you ready to excel in a career that values precision, efficiency, and leadership? Apply now to our Associate of Applied Business in Business Management program and open the door to endless career opportunities.

Speak to a Faculty Member

Dr. Bruce Keillor

Chair, Professor of Marketing & International Business

bdkeillor@ysu.edu