Professional Administrative Assistant - Associate of Applied Science (Major CODE - PAA)

The Professional Administrative Assistant Associate of Applied Science degree prepares students for direct employment as administrative assistants and executive secretaries. The program provides a broad foundation of knowledge and skills needed for employment in business, industry, government, law and medical offices, and public and private agencies.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Demonstrate the ability to identify and employ appropriate business etiquette, communication styles, teamwork, and dress for business office environments.
  • Explain and recommend best practices for entry-level office positions.
  • Demonstrate the skills required to be successful as administrative assistants and executive secretaries.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use ten-key touch with speed and accuracy.
  • Apply hands-on experience in a business environment.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3

ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142College Mathematics**

3

or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer Essentials*

3

OR

CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 43 CREDITS

BUS 104Business Math*

3

OR

BUS 146Introduction to Accounting*

3

 

BUS 106Administrative Assistant Skills I

4

BUS 160Essential Workplace Success Skills*

3

BUS 167Business Communications*

3

BUS 206Administrative Assistant Skills II

4

BUS 207Office Administration

3

BUS 209Business Speech Communications

3

BUS 210Automated Office Procedures

3

BUS 211Automated Office Practice

3

BUS 216Administrative Assistant Skills III

4

BUS 217Administrative Assistant Skills IV

4

CIS 181Computer Applications*

3

CIS 268Technical Presentations*

3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE 64 CREDITS)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 64 CREDITS