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The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administrative Professional degree is designed to provide training for various office support positions. These positions are generally identified as entry level (clerical), information processing, or advanced administrative support. The curriculum incorporates language, people, and technological skills essential for job success. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) is also available.
Suggested Course Plan Sequenced by Semester:MC, PC
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Type
- Associate Degree
- Academic Plan
- Administrative Professional (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 3680
- Total Credits Required
- 60-63
- Catalog Year
- 2018-2019
- Effective Term
- Fall 2015
- Program Notes
- Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses required within the program. ++ indicates any module/suffixed courses.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
$61,160Show expanded career information for Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
$37,714Show expanded career information for Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- 最初的课程安排是由电流district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPC110or CIS105 |
Computer Usage and ApplicationsorSurvey of Computer Information Systems | RC | 3 | ||
| CIS121AE | Windows Operating System: Level I | RC | 1 | ||
| CIS133AA | Internet/Web Development Level I-A | RC | 1 | ||
| BPC111AAor OAS111AA |
Computer Keyboarding IorOAS111AA | RC | 1 | ||
| ENG101or ENG107 |
First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL | FYC | 3 | ||
| Humanities | Any approved general education course from the Humanities, Arts and Design area | HU | 3 | ||
| GBS120 | Workplace Communication Skills | RC | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS113DE | Microsoft Word: Word Processing | RC | 3 | ||
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | RC | 3 | ||
| ENG102or ENG108 |
First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL | FYC | 3 | ||
| Critical Reading | Any approved general education course from the Critical Reading area OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | Recommended course:CRE101 | CR | 0–3 | |
| SBU200 | Society and Business | SB | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBS131 | Business Calculations | RC | 3 | ||
| Mathematics | MAT | ||||
| Communication | COM | ||||
| Restricted Elective | RE |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGT251 | Human Relations in Business | RC | 3 | ||
| Natural Science | NS | ||||
| Restricted Elective | RE |
Program Electives
Students should select 17 credits from the following courses in consultation with a Department Advisor to fulfill the Restricted Elective requirement.
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC111 | Accounting Principles I | RE | 3 | ||
| ACC115 | Computerized Accounting | RE | 2 | ||
| CIS114DE | Excel Spreadsheet | RE | 3 | ||
| CIS117DM | Microsoft Access: Database Management | RE | 3 | ||
| CIS118AB | Powerpoint: Level I | RE | 1 | ||
| CIS122AE | Windows Operating System: Level II | RE | 1 | ||
| GBS205 | Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business | RE | 3 | ||
| MGT+++ | Any MGT Management prefixed course | RE | 1–17 | ||
| MKT271 | Principles of Marketing | RE | 3 |
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Course Area Key
- COM= Oral Communication
- CR= Critical Reading
- FYC= First Year Composition
- HU= Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- NS= Natural Science
- RC= Required Course
- RE= Restricted Elective
- SB= Social-Behavioral Sciences
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
This Course Sequence is a “shared” program or a program that is offered at multiple Maricopa colleges. The colleges offering the program collaborate on the sequencing of the courses. However, since each college may differ in course scheduling and faculty availability, Course Sequences may vary by college, but should not impact program applicability or transfer.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
This degree is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s curriculum website for theAssociate in Applied Science in Administrative Professional (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm3?id=83590).
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