Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 222900 - Catalog 2023/2024
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 the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication Core (3 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
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.
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AST1002 | Astronomy | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| CHM1020 | Chemistry in Society | 3 |
| EVR2001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| PHY1020 | Energy and its Environmental Effects | 3 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
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: This course is a graduation requirement for students in this A.S. degree.
Specialization: Office (12 credits)
Specialization: Legal (12 credits)
Specialization: Medical (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
| OST1110 | Keyboarding and Formatting II | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
| Natural Sciences Core | 3 |
2nd Semester
Specialization: Office
Specialization: Legal
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| BUL2241 | Business Law I | 3 |
| PLA2763 | Law Office Management and Technology | 3 |
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| BUL2242 | Business Law II | 3 |
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| OST1435 | Legal Terminology | 3 |
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| OST2431 | Legal Office Procedures | 3 |
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| PLA1003 | Introduction to Paralegal Studies | 3 |
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Specialization: Medical
| 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