Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 222900 - Catalog 2021/2022
Max Nagiel, Department Chair, 386-506-3829, Max.Nagiel@daytonastate.edu
School of Business Administration, 386-506-4227
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Office Administration A.S. degree program is to prepare students through the use of an innovative curriculum to provide administrative support to a manager or a department performing general clerical and project related tasks, and to provide day-to-day operational and administrative skills to meet local industry needs.
Description:
The program provides a solid foundation in office management, computer operations, business law, and word processing software programs. Students develop communication, computation, management, and computer software application skills. Students who successfully complete the courses in the first year of study, are eligible to receive the Office Support and the Office Management Certificate. Additionally, in the second year of study the student will have the option of focusing in Office, Legal Office or Medical Office Specializations.
Graduates of this program are eligible to be enrolled in Daytona State College, Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management program. Call (386) 506-4BAS or email BASinfo@daytonastate.edu for details.
AS Certificates That Lead To This Degree:
The following AS Certificates are embedded within this degree: Office Management - 091400; Office Support (Technical Certificate) - 092600. You may pursue the AS degree and also earn the AS certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue the AS certificates to develop or upgrade your skills. Contact your faculty or academic advisor for details and course options.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Communicate in a clear and effective manner.
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Perform business computations, records and office management skills.
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Perform keyboarding and document processing activities.
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Demonstrate knowledge of human relations skills.
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Demonstrate employability skills.
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Perform information processing and transmittal activities.
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Develop leadership skills.
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Perform consumer purchasing activities.
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Perform decision-making activities.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.gov. For more information on grants, loads and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the may Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://daytonastate.edu/scholarships.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication Core (6 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
Natural Sciences or Mathematics (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| BSC1020 | Human Biology | 3 |
| MAC1105 | College Algebra | 3 |
| MGF2106 | Survey in Mathematics | 3 |
| MGF2107 | Mathematics for Liberal Arts | 3 |
MAC1105: Students seeking to transfer to Bachelor's program are encouraged to complete an additional math core requirement. Check with the institution to determine their requirement.
MGF2106: Survey in Mathematics is a suggested Math course for Office Administration students; students focusing in Legal or Medical may choose to take a natural science course listed.
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
| GEB2430 | Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3 |
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
Program specific courses require a "C" or better.
Additional Required Course
SLS1122 is a graduation requirement for students in this A.S. degree.
Office Specialization Courses
Requirements 12 credits
Legal Specialization Courses
Requirements 12 credits
OST2431: Upon completion of the first year (Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters) sample program of study, students are eligible to apply for Office Support Technical certificate 092600, and the Office Management College credit certificate 091400.
Medical Specialization Courses
Requirements 12 credits
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
2nd Semester
| ISM2000 | Business Information Processing | 3 |
| MNA2161 | Customer Service Management | 3 |
| OST2336 | Business Communications | 3 |
| OST2501 | Office Management | 3 |
| OST2713 | Advanced Computer Software Applications | 3 |
Summer Semester
Year 2
1st Semester
| OST1100 | Keyboarding and Formatting I | 3 |
| GEB2430 | Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3 |
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
| AND | |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| OR | |
| BSC1020 | Human Biology | 3 |
| OR | |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
2nd Semester
Office Specialization Only
Legal Specialization Only
Medical Specialization Only
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| APA1711 | Computerized Spreadsheet | 3 |
| HIM2012 | Legal Aspects of Health Records | 2 |
| HSC1531 | Medical Terminology | 4 |
| OST2461 | Medical Office Procedures | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60