Management

Why study management?

Management increases your knowledge of the entire organization.

Our graduates learn about marketing, human resources, accounting, business law, information technology, economics, as well as improve their writing and interpersonal skills. A manager or other employee must understand these functions to effectively work within an organization.

There will always be a need for people with business management training and the need for first line managers continues. No matter what your position in the public or private sector, you will benefit from business training. Small business owners, farmers, lawyers, doctors, and other self-employed professionals also need to know about business practices.

Many of our working graduates have been offered a promotion based on their willingness to obtain the Associate in Applied Science in Management Degree. In fact, some companies in our region are requiring at least an associate degree to be considered for promotion.

If you have question or would like more information contact Karen Edwards at 503-399-3996 or Kristi Newton at 503-399-6238.

Updated October 2006 by the College Advancement Department.