CAREER READINESS
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Get Ahead of the Curve
Everyone is looking for ways to ensure they stand out in a crowd of applicants. By exploring your business options now, you can get a leg up on the competition.
Which pathway is offered?
CO Business Administrative Core
This pathway prepares students to facilitate business operations through a variety of administrative and clerical duties including information and communication management, data processing and collection, and project tracking.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of the jobs include:
- Administrative Assistant
- Benefits Specialist
- Bill and Account Collector
- Copywriter
- Customer Service Representative
- Human Resources Manager
- Promotions Manager
- Public Relations Manager
What is the salary outlook?*
What is the salary outlook?*
Salaries vary depending on the job title, but approximate sample career salaries include:
- Administrative Assistant—$39,850/year
- Benefits Specialist—$64,560/year
- Bill and Account Collector—$37,000/year
- Copywriter—$63,200/year
- Promotions Manager—$135,900/year
- Public Relations Manager—$116,180/year
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school. Salaries vary depending on the job title, experience, and location. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016 Edition. Website last modified date: Friday, April 10, 2020.
Which industry-recognized certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
Which industry-recognized certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Microsoft Office certifications (up to four, each attainable in one semester)
- The National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Business Information Processing Exam
- The NOCTI General Management Exam
- A*S*K Business Institute Fundamental Business Concepts Exam
- ACT National Career Readiness Certification
