Business Administration
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 24
Last Re-Certification Date: 1/5/2026
Program Description
Instruction includes computer applications for word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation graphics software. In addition to computer skill development, the student will learn skills to function in todays modern office environment with emphasis on business communications, principles of business, data entry, office machines, office procedures, public relations, filing systems, records management, and report preparation. This program is intended to help individuals prepare for various administrative occupations such as administrative assistant, secretary, receptionist, help desk or end user support.
Established in 2008
CIP: 52-0401 Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
CALC, Institute of Technology
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Board of Higher Education
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Certified Professional
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
40 Weeks ( 720.00 Hours / 44.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $11,520.00 |
| Books | $1,316.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Tests | $660.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $500.00 |
| Total Cost | $14,096.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
All applicants are required to complete a Data Sheet and have a personal interview with an Admissions Counselor in order to mutually determine whether the course(s) meet the needs of the applicant. An entrance verbal skills exam is necessary for students enrolling in programs.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit
Performance Data
Program: Business Administration
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 24
Last Re-Certification Date: 1/5/2026
Program Description
Instruction includes computer applications for word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation graphics software. In addition to computer skill development, the student will learn skills to function in todays modern office environment with emphasis on business communications, principles of business, data entry, office machines, office procedures, public relations, filing systems, records management, and report preparation. This program is intended to help individuals prepare for various administrative occupations such as administrative assistant, secretary, receptionist, help desk or end user support.
Established in 2008
CIP: 52-0401 Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.
Provider Information
CALC, Institute of Technology
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Board of Higher Education
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Certified Professional
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
40 Weeks ( 720.00 Hours / 44.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $11,520.00 |
| Books | $1,316.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Tests | $660.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $500.00 |
| Total Cost | $14,096.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
All applicants are required to complete a Data Sheet and have a personal interview with an Admissions Counselor in order to mutually determine whether the course(s) meet the needs of the applicant. An entrance verbal skills exam is necessary for students enrolling in programs.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit