Master Communication in the Workplace: Technical and Business English for Career Success
Want to work in business without handling the math?
Columbia College’s Technical & Business English Program is meticulously designed to equip students with essential communication skills tailored for the business environment. By integrating writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills, this program prepares students to excel in various professional settings.
Associate of Occupational Science in Technical and Business English:
About the program:
Technical & Business English Associate Degree
Technical & Business English Associate Degree
The program begins with basic occupational communication and computer application courses. These courses touch on fundamentals and create a foundation for the necessary technical and communicative abilities students will need when working. Upon completion, the courses naturally transition into several reading and writing courses to help students refine those skills. Specifically, these courses cover a wide range of topics, from legal terminology and conference papers to documentation and advanced composition.
In fact, there are courses that focus on presentations, small group communication techniques, and public speaking. This comprehensive training is designed for students to build up the confidence and ability to host excellent conferences and meetings. Additionally, specialized courses are peppered throughout to help students advance their communication skills for fields like law and finance. Finally, there are career development courses designed to enhance your job seeking abilities and ease your way into employment. In sum, our program prepares students for the professional environment and positions you as the ideal candidate for the business sector.
Technical & Business English Associate Degree
- Specific courses can be found within the course catalog
- Courses completed working toward the associate degree can be transferred to the certificate program
Technical & Business English Associate Degree
The program begins with basic occupational communication and computer application courses. These courses touch on fundamentals and create a foundation for the necessary technical and communicative abilities students will need when working. Upon completion, the courses naturally transition into several reading and writing courses to help students refine those skills. Specifically, these courses cover a wide range of topics, from legal terminology and conference papers to documentation and advanced composition.
In fact, there are courses that focus on presentations, small group communication techniques, and public speaking. This comprehensive training is designed for students to build up the confidence and ability to host excellent conferences and meetings. Additionally, specialized courses are peppered throughout to help students advance their communication skills for fields like law and finance. Finally, there are career development courses designed to enhance your job seeking abilities and ease your way into employment. In sum, our program prepares students for the professional environment and positions you as the ideal candidate for the business sector.
Technical & Business English Associate Degree
- Specific courses can be found within the course catalog
- Courses completed working toward the associate degree can be transferred to the certificate program
Career Prospects
As businesses become more global, the need for professionals who can effectively communicate technical concepts in English is increasing. In fact, specializing in Technical and Business English opens a wide range of career possibilities in administrative roles in many fields. These fields include technology, healthcare, and finance. With this, there are undoubtedly diverse options for job placement, as effective communication is crucial for organizational success. For example, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of technical writers is expected to grow 6% by 2031. As of May 2021, the median salary for the profession was over $78,000. Combined, these two facts indicate steady demand for professionals in the field as valuable assets to their employers.
As our program focuses more on administrative roles, we would also like to highlight that the annual salary for administrative assistants in Washington, DC, is also higher than the national average, making this field even more attractive for our students.
Columbia College’s Students Services Department offers individual guidance towards student’s careers and an extensive database of job opportunities with our renowned partners, resulting in a high employment rate of our graduates.
Tuition & Financial Aid
We believe in making education accessible to all, and that starts with transparent pricing. Our program’s total cost is just the beginning, with numerous opportunities for scholarships, financial aid, and veterans’ benefits available to support you throughout your academic journey.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
- 8 Sessions
Financial Aid
Financial Aid & Veterans’ Benefits may be available to those who qualify. CLICK HERE to check if you qualify for it.
Presidential Scholarships are also offered. CLICK HERE to check the available scholarships
