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Majors:
Business Administration - AS
Clerical
Business - Certificate (Gainful employment info)
Clerk/Typist
- Certificate (Gainful employment info)
Desktop
Publishing - Certificate (Gainful employment info)
Information
Word Processing - Certificate (Gainful employment info)
Information
Systems - AAS
Degrees:
Certificate
Associate
of Applied Science
Associate
of Science
Business Administration
Associate
of Science/Associate of Applied Science/Certificate The business
associate of science (AS) programs are intended for students planning
to pursue baccalaureate degrees in accounting, economics, finance,
management, marketing, or general business administration. These
programs provide comprehensive technical courses that are essential
for students who are preparing for junior-level courses. The associate
of
applied science (AAS) and the certificate program (Cert.) are intended
for students with short-term occupational goals. Highland's business
administration program includes courses in accounting, business,
economics, mathematics, and communication.
Possible
Career Paths in Business Administration The business/services
area is predicted to be one of
the areas of employment most in demand well into the 21st century.
The student who is well-versed in a number of business areas will
be well-suited for the rapidly changing job market. The choice of
majors within business administration is diverse. Possible careers
include accountants, auditors, financial officers, managers, and
sales representatives.
Clerical
Business
The
clerical business certificate program (Cert.) is designed to provide
vital technical skills for the student whose goal is to enter this
field, but who does not have any previous office experience. This
program provides the specialized training that can make a difference
in job preparation.
Clerk/Typist
The
HCC clerk/typist program (Cert.) is designed to provide fundamental
office background and specific technical skills in accounting, business
and office technology. These skills are required for someone to
advance in the business and administrative technology fields. With
Highland's state-of-the-art computer technology and knowledgeable
instructors, graduates will be independent, technically proficient
and versatile employees. This program may lead to possibilities
for promotion within the office setting and provides a framework
for continuing education.
Desktop
Publishing
The
HCC desktop publishing program (Cert.) is designed for individuals
who want to upgrade their computer skills to keep up with rapid technology
advancements in the printing industry. This program will give students
business, office technology and information technology skills essential
to join the workforce. This program is also suitable for individuals
who are interested in desktop publishing for personal fulfillment.
Information
Word Processing
The
information word processing (Cert.) is intended for individuals
who want to increase their computer skills to keep up with the latest
technological advancements in the computer industry. Highland's
updated curriculum and cutting-edge technology in office technology,
communications and data processing give students the essential background
to be successful employees in this field.
Our
Business Administration Faculty:
Rich Jacobs,
business faculty
Joe Grove, economics
faculty
Craig Pence, accounting
faculty
Jim Setterstrom, agriculture/business
faculty
Our
Administrative Technology Faculty:
Denise Johnson, office
technology faculty
Scholarships
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all of our scholarships here.
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