College of Technology - Building Unlimited Career Opportunities
Business Technology Program
Program Options & Length:
- Program begins in August and January
- Summer Session - optional
- Program lengths vary
- Flexible classroom hours
- Seated classes with online availability
Program Description
Administrative professionals manage and maintain all aspects of an office environment. Extensive software skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills. Admins need flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Accounting technicians perform a combination of calculating, posting, and verifying financial data using spreadsheets, database, and accounting software for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and/ or corporations.
Certificates & Degrees
- Technical Certificates
- Accounting Technology
- Administrative Technology
- Business Technology
- Associate of Applied Science degrees
- Accounting Technology
- Administrative Management
Career Opportunities
- Schools, colleges, universities and other training companies
- Local, state and federal government agencies
- Hospitals and doctor’s offices
- Law offices
- Accounting firms
- Not for profit organizations
- Temporary worker agencies
- Median income for business information professional in Idaho ranges from $21,410 to $29,670 and nationally the median income ranges from $29,490 to $35,960 in this field
- More than 24,000 professionals work in this occupation in Idaho*
* Idaho Career Information Systems data
Admission Steps
- Complete and return an Application for Admission along with a check or money order for $40 (non-refundable), payable to Idaho State University. You may also apply online.
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable, from each accredited institution of higher education that you have attended.
- Submit an official copy of your high school transcript or GED scores (Not required if you have completed and submitted proof of 14 or more academic credits from an accredited institution of higher education.)
- Meet with a College of Technology counselor, if desired, to obtain more in-depth information. To make an appointment, call (208)282-2622.
- Either:
- Complete the COMPASS Placement test. This test enables us to place you in the appropriate classes to enhance your success in college.
- Submit ACT/SAT scores, valid for seven (7) years from the date of testing.
- Apply for financial aid if needed. Questions, call (208) 282-2756.
Cost of Attendance
Fees apply to the current Idaho State University fee schedule which includes mandatory student health insurance. Students with existing health insurance coverage may waive student health insurance. Waivers are available at http://www.isu.edu/stuhlth/insurance/.
Additional program, equipment, and book costs are listed here.
Paying for College
You may apply for financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans to help finance your college education. When you pay registration fees, you are a student of Idaho State University with the privileges and responsibilities of a college student.
Affirmative Action, ADA & Equal Employment Opportunity at ISU
Idaho State University subscribes to the principles and laws of the State of Idaho and the federal government, including applicable executive orders
pertaining to civil rights. All rights, privileges, and activities of the University are made available without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, disability, national origin or veteran status. The University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Evidence of practices that are not consistent with such a policy should be reported to:
Joyce Hammond-Perry J.D.
Affirmative Action Director
Rendezvous Complex 157 Stop 8315
(208) 282-3973
ADA Policy Statement
Idaho State University is committed to equal opportunity in education for all students, including those with documented disabilities. If you have a diagnosed disability or if you believe that you have a disability that might require reasonable accomodation, please contact:
Dennis J. Toney,
ADA Disabilities and Resource Center Director
Graveley Hall 123 Box 8121
E-mail tonedenn@isu.edu
208-282-3599
