Office Administration (A.S., Certifcate)
School of Business and Technology

Key Features
Regional Accreditation — The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Affordable Tuition — Full-time financial aid availability and reasonable costs.
Faculty — Academic credentials and real-world experience.
Cohort Program - complete the program major with the same group of peers from start to finish.

Why study Office Administration?
Mountain State University’s Associate of Science degree in Office Administration can prepare you for a variety of careers in accounting, medical offices, education, government, industry, or business, with an option of concentrations in secretarial or medical course work. If creating smooth functionality and order in a busy office environment interests you, then a degree in office administration from Mountain State University may be right for you!

Why choose MSU?
Graduates from MSU’s office administration program have a strong framework for developing the “people skills” essential for job success. At MSU, you’ll have the option to concentrate your studies in medical office administration, or in business and secretarial administration.
Self-development is emphasized as a part of your ongoing professional development, and you’ll learn how to manage time, organizational dynamics, and conflicts, as well as develop appropriate work habits and attitudes necessary for career advancement.

Whether you desire a firm foundation in office technology, or you wish to update your current administrative skills, MSU’s Office Administration program can help you run your business office more efficiently.

What can I study?
You will learn records management, word processing, document preparation, transcription, and human relations skills that will prepare you for success in your office environment. Students who select the medical concentration will study medical terminology, medical transcription, and medical coding. Students who select the secretarial concentration will study business transcription, desktop management, and advanced document preparation.

What are my career options?
Through advanced communication proficiencies such as business letter writing, contract preparation, report writing, and spreadsheet development, you will learn to handle a variety of office and administrative tasks with professional skill. Depending upon your concentration selection, you’ll be prepared for a career in medical office management, practice administration, medical transcription supervisor, accounting secretary, executive secretary, legal administration, business office manager, and more.

Please see our catalog for degree and program requirements.

 
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