The Administrative Assistant degree is a two-year professional program. Students may participate in online or on-ground classes. The program offers expert business technology instruction giving students the diversified training and background needed to hold positions of responsibility and importance in many areas of the business world. The Administrative Assistant degree gives students a technical background through completion of computer application courses, provides students an understanding of professional responsibilities, and offers additional on-the-job training. Students develop competencies in office procedures; software applications; business writing and presentations; accounting and business math; organizational and supervisory skills; office, time, and calendar management; desktop publishing and project management. Students practice customer relations and the soft skills employers demand. Students will also have a strong foundation in Microsoft Office and other commonly used business software applications. Students will complete capstone courses which will integrate classroom learning into real-world office situations.