Overview

The Information Technology: Information Systems concentration focuses on developing a student’s ability to communicate and troubleshoot technical issues related to hardware/software support, network operating systems and application software.

What You'll Learn

Emphasis is placed on application software, network operating systems, database, networking/security, and technical support.

Career Opportunities
  • Information Systems career opportunities are available in a variety of industries, including government agencies, banking, education, telecommunications, and private business and industry settings.
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics: Computer Support Specialist
Job Examples

In our region, people are working as:

  • System Administrators
  • System Analysts
  • Trainers
  • User Support Specialists
  • Help-desk Technicians

Average Salary: $57,900

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Nakisha Floyd

Nakisha Floyd

Department Chair/Professor, Business & Information Technologies
Building: Building D
Room: 4106
Phone: 252-451-8299
Overview

The Information Technology: Network Management concentration focuses on design, installation, configuration, and management of network infrastructure technologies and network operating systems.

What You'll Learn

Students will learn about tools and technologies to design, implement, secure, and manage network infrastructures.

Career Opportunities
  • Network management career opportunities are available in a variety of industries, including government agencies, banking, education, telecommunications, and private business and industry settings.
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics: Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Job Examples

In our region, people are working as:

  • Network Administrators
  • System Administrators
  • System Analysts

Average Salary Range: $55,000 – $71,000

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Overview

The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment in medical and other healthcare-related offices.

What You'll Learn

Coursework would include medical terminology; information systems; office management; medical coding; billing and insurance; legal and ethical issues; and formatting and word processing. Students will learn administrative and support functions and develop skills applicable in medical environments.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities are available in medical offices, dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare-related organizations.

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Overview

The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled healthcare professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures.

What You'll Learn

Coursework includes instruction in scheduling appointments, coding and processing insurance accounts, handling billing and collections and understanding computer operations; covers assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, understanding electrocardiography and performing supervised medication administration; and examines ethical/legal issues associated with patient care.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited medical assisting programs are eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants Certification Examination to become Certified Medical Assistants. Employment opportunities include physicians’ offices, health maintenance organizations, health departments, and hospitals.

Only letter grades of “C” or higher in non-medical assisting courses and grades of “B” or higher in medical assisting (MED) courses will count toward completion of the Medical Assisting degree or diploma.

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Overview

The Emergency Management curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation of technical and professional knowledge needed for emergency services delivery in local and state government agencies. Study involves both management and technical aspects of law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical services, and emergency planning.

What You'll Learn

This two-year degree program is designed for a student to work full-time in the public services field and attend school full-time on off-duty days. Classes are 8 weeks allowing students to move through more quickly.

Coursework includes classroom and laboratory exercises to introduce the student to various aspects of emergency preparedness, protection, and enforcement. Students will learn technical and administrative skills such as investigative principles, hazardous materials, codes, standards, emergency agency operations, and finance.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities include ambulance services, fire/rescue agencies, law enforcement agencies, fire marshal offices, industrial firms, educational institutions, emergency management offices, and other government agencies. Employed persons should have opportunities for skilled and supervisory-level positions.

All EPT- and FIP-prefixed courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or better in order for the student to progress to a subsequent course and fulfill graduation requirements.

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Overview

The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions and processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy.

What You'll Learn

Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making.

Career Opportunities

Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.

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