Business
Do you want a rewarding position that allows you to get started quickly? At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB) Richfield, we offer a technical diploma that prepares students for entry-level positions as receptionists and administrative assistants. You can complete this program in as few as nine months of full time study and get started on your career.
Contact our Richfield campus at 800-752-4223 to learn about our college and our business administrative assistant diploma program. Talk with a representative who can advise you about choosing a program that fits your interests and goals.
Opportunities for business administrative assistants
Administrative assistants perform all types of functions, including the following:
- Coordinate record-keeping activities
- Develop information storage procedures
- Manage projects
- Serve as receptionists
- Perform word processing and document preparation
- Manage schedules
They work in all types of organizations, including hospitals, government agencies, law firms and businesses large and small. Organizations often offer part-time or job-sharing positions in this category. Employees who are parents or students often find this to be an appealing option.
Program designed by professionals who know what employers want
This technical diploma program was designed with the help of an advisory committee made up of experienced business professionals. They know what skills and knowledge an employer looks for when filling positions. Advisory committee members also review our program regularly to ensure that we offer training on the most current office technologies and procedures.
Study online or on campus – it’s up to you
We offer this business admin diploma program through our online division. Students with busy work schedules, family obligations and long commutes are able to achieve their educational goals. They study late at night, on weekends or early in the mornings — whenever and wherever they have Internet access. We also offer many classes in the evenings to accommodate students who work during the day. Students can even take this program part-time. We work hard to make it possible for them to complete college.
Coursework for the diploma program
Students complete 43 quarter credits in the following areas:
- Accounting Principles
- Business Communications
- Business Writing
- Computer Information Systems
- Keyboarding
- MS Office Professional
- Introduction to Business
- Student Success
- Career Development
- Interpersonal Relations
- Electives
These courses give students the training and skills they need for success as business administrative assistants. In addition, students can apply most of these credits toward associate or bachelor’s degree programs should they decide to return to college.
Call us for more information
If being a valued member of an administrative team sounds appealing, consider our business administrative assistant diploma program. Contact us at 800-752-4223 to find out about admissions, financial aid and program requirements.