Business Systems Technology
The Business Systems Technology program at Cisco College prepares students to work as administrative assistants or office managers. As the reliance on technology continues to expand in offices, the role of the office professional has greatly evolved. Office automation and organizational restructuring have led administrative assistants to assume responsibilities once reserved for managerial and professional staff. Many administrative assistants and office managers now provide training and orientation for new staff, conduct research on the Internet, and operate and troubleshoot new office technologies. In spite of these changes, however, the core responsibilities have remained much the same: performing and coordinating an office’s administrative activities and storing, retrieving, and integrating information for dissemination to staff and clients.
The Business Systems Technology Program teaches skills from the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification and uses a hands-on approach to instruction in computer applications. In addition, other business skills such as business communications and principles of management prepare the student for real-world environments. Several options are offered, including: level one certificate, level two certificate and AAS in Business Systems Technology.
Curriculum
Program leading to a Level II certificate or Associate’s Degree may include the following courses:
Specialized Courses for Level II Certificate:
Introduction to Accounting I & II
Beginning Keyboarding
Introduction to Word Processing
Intermediate Keyboarding
Introduction to Spreadsheets
Word Processing
Introduction to Computerized Accounting
Business Math
Introduction to Databases
Business Communications
Professional Development for Office Personnel
Administrative Systems OR Internship
Administrative Office Procedures
Courses for AAS*:
English
Public Speaking
College Algebra
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
Psychology OR Government
Principles of Management
Business Computer Applications
Introduction to Business
*The AAS combines all Level II courses with the above mentioned academic courses.
Level I Administrative Technician Certificate:
Introduction to Accounting
Introduction to Word Processing
Beginning Keyboarding
Business Math
Professional Development for Office Personnel
Introduction to Spreadsheets
Word Processing
Administrative Office Procedures
Intermediate Keyboarding
Business Communications
Application Procedures
To be considered for admission to the Business Systems Technology program, interested persons should:
- Complete application to the college
- Contact Rick Marks, division chair, or Justin Thornton for more information.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants for admission to this program must fulfill the general requirements for admission to the College. The procedure for seeking admission to the College follows:
- Complete the Cisco College application
- Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Talk to a counselor about testing
- Attend CARGO
Prospective students should also remember that acceptance by Cisco College does not guarantee admission into specific occupational programs. Additional factors considered for admission may be a satisfactory record in high school or college, placement tests and other criteria.