Administrative Office Professional
Executive Office Professional
Career/Program Overview
This program will prepare students for employment as Administrative Office Professionals. Students will develop technology and critical thinking skills crucial to ensuring organization success. They will learn to provide critical support to organization leaders such as administrators, executives, and managers by keeping current on the 3 T’s: Terminology, Trends, and Technology.
Students in this program will be trained to manage multiple calendars and schedules, provide professional service to all internal and external stakeholders, and research innovative and emerging technologies to maintain an efficient office environment.
Curriculum-at-a-Glance
Extensive training is provided in communications, current software applications, and other office-related technology.
Emphasis is placed on customer relations, event planning, critical thinking, being proactive, and professionalism.
Program/Degree Options
Administrative Office Professional, Diploma
Executive Office Professional, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Start Date(s)
Students can start coursework any semester. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. All courses in the programs are available online. A flex-plan option is also available for working adults.
Career Opportunities/Information
Job opportunities may be available in large and small offices in a wide array of industries:
- Educational Services and Institutions
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Trades and Industry
- Administrative and Support Services
- Healthcare Institutions
Careers related to Administrative Office Professional are:
- Administrative Assistant
- Office Assistant
- Administrative Secretary
- Executive Assistant
- Administrative Support Assistant (ASA)
- Office Manager
Salaries for Administrative Office Professionals will vary in Minnesota depending upon specialty skills and type of industry. Visit CAREERwise Education careerwise.minnstate.edu to research skills, wages, and employment trends.
Accreditations/Articulations
The Higher Learning Commission accredits Rochester Community and Technical College.
For additional information on the most current list of RCTC program articulations see us at: www.rctc.edu/academics/articulations/
Additional Information
Program Website: www.rctc.edu/catalog/programs
Program Plan: www.rctc.edu/academics/programs/
More Information: www.rctc.edu/about/contact-information/
Explore global job opportunities by visiting International Association of Administrative Professionals.
careers.iaap-hq.org/jobseeker/search/results/
Gainful Employment
The U.S. Department of Education’s (USDE) gainful employment regulations require disclosure of certain program information for programs that lead to certificates or diplomas and are financial aid eligible.
The most current RCTC gainful employment information can be found at: www.rctc.edu/catalog/programs.