Albany Technical College - Business & LogisticsPrograms 2024-2025
BUSINESS & LOGISTICS PROGRAMS
Accounting
Business Healthcare Technology
Business Logistics Management
Business Management
Ecommerce
Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management
Marketing Management
Quality Assurance Six Sigma Green & Black Belt
For up-to-date program offerings, please refer to the Albany Technical College website at www.albanytech.edu/areas-of-study
Albany Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Science Degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Albany Technical College.
DEGREE
Accounting
DIPLOMA
Accounting
CERTIFICATES
Computerized Accounting Specialist
Office Accounting Specialist
Payroll Accounting Specialist
ACCOUNTING
Students interested in pursuing a career in accounting typically enjoy quiet, independent work situations. Career options include such positions as income tax preparation, cost accounting, auditing, governmental accounting, public accounting or general accounting. Among the skills taught in this program are how to record financial transactions, produce payroll, collect on accounts, and use spreadsheet and database applications.
Opportunities for employment include entry-level based positions at companies that require care for their financial records and transactions, from government agencies to healthcare offices. Depending on the position and the size of the business, employees might perform a wide variety of tasks, such as manage financial statements and other records, payroll, bookkeeping, prepare and collect invoices, make bank deposits and more.
Students can earn an Accounting Associate of Applied Science degree or diploma, with certificates in Office Accounting Specialist, Payroll Accounting Specialist, and Computerized Accounting Specialist (embedded in the degree/diploma). Graduates will qualify to work as accounting assistants, payroll clerks, accounts receivable clerks, and other accounting related professionals.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
For students interested in continuing their education toward a Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree, Albany Technical College has agreements with Albany State University, Georgia Southwestern State University, and Valdosta State University.
DEGREE CERTIFICATES
Business Healthcare Technology
DIPLOMA
Business Healthcare Technology
Business Office Assistant
Healthcare Billing and Re-imbursement Specialist
Healthcare Office Assistant
Healthcare Practice Manager
BUSINESS HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGY
To keep up with the ever-changing world of healthcare specific technology, this program emphasizes widely used software and technology. Students are introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, internet research, electronic file management, and healthcare regulation and compliance. The diploma and certificate programs are fully online classes, and the diploma program offers an internship program.
Students will learn to communicate effectively and be able to use and recognize terminology common in office management and technology innovations. The Business Healthcare Technology program teaches skills in team building, critical thinking, communication, leadership, management, multi-tasking, and technology.
The Business Healthcare Technology program has an Internship program in the diploma and associate degree programs. This program offers an Associate of Science in Business Healthcare Technology degree or diploma with specializations in Business Healthcare or Practice Management. Graduates will qualify for jobs in areas such as administrative support and supervisory and management positions within the healthcare and business industries. The program also gives students the knowledge needed to be certified as a National Certified Medical Office Assistant.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
For students interested in continuing their education toward a Bachelor of Science in Business Healthcare Technology degree, Albany Technical College has agreements with Albany State University, University of Phoenix, and Valdosta State University.
DEGREE SPECIALIZATIONS
Customer Contact Service Supervision
DIPLOMAS
Business Logistics Management
CERTIFICATES
Certified Customer Service Specialist
Customer Contact Specialist
Logistics Specialist
Quality Assurance Specialist
Service Supervision Specialist
Supply Chain Management
Freight Brokerage
BUSINESS LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
This online program is designed for working students unable to attend class in person. Students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to meet customer demands through the planning, control, and effective movement and storage of related information, goods and services from where they originate to their destination.
The curriculum covers the areas of customer service, supervision, supply chain management, and logistics. The program teaches skills such as leadership, inventory control, distribution, product lifecycle management systems, breakeven analysis, classification of electronic commerce and more. One of the more interesting aspects students will learn in the degree program is Lean Six Sigma, a method that relies on a collaborative team effort to improve performance by systematically removing waste and reducing variation.
Students will earn a Business Logistics Management Associate of Applied Science degree or diploma with Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC) in Logistics Specialist, Supply Chain Management, Customer Contact Specialist, Service Supervision Specialist, Certified Customer Service Specialist, Freight Brokerage, and Quality Assurance Specialist. Graduates will be qualified for positions including material handler, forklift operator, warehouse worker, shipping and receiving clerk, and inventory specialist.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
For students that choose to continue their education, Georgia Military College offers a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, and Kennesaw State University offers a Bachelor of Applied Science in Supply Chain Logistics.
DEGREE SPECIALIZATIONS
General Management
Human Resources Management
Operations Management
Service Sector Management
Small Business Management
DIPLOMA
Business Management
CERTIFICATES
Human Resource Management Specialist
Service Supervision Specialist
Supervisor/Management Specialist
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
This program helps develop students’ analytical skills while increasing their business knowledge by providing them with well-rounded knowledge of business operations and management functions. Students learn effective leadership skills while increasing their overall knowledge for managerial positions for both the public and private sector.
Students will develop a broad understanding of business organizations and will learn subject-specific skills in the areas of customer service, finance, teamwork, presentations, management, operations, communication, and business policy and strategy.
Graduates of the program receive a Business Management Associate of Science degree with specializations in General Management, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Service Sector Management, or Small Business Management, or a diploma with Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC) in Supervisor/Manager Specialist, Service Supervision Specialist, and Human Resource Management Specialist. Graduates will qualify for general management, human resources personnel, retail management, sales and marketing management, and administrative services management.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
Pathways for graduates to continue their education are established with Albany State University, Andrew College, Columbia Southern University, DeVry University, Georgia Military College, Georgia Southwestern State University, Mercer University, Valdosta State University, Indiana Wesleyan University and the University of Phoenix.
E-Commerce
E-COMMERCE
With online sales experiencing tremendous growth, many businesses are shifting from the traditional brick and mortar environment to online operations via e-commerce. One of Albany Technical College’s newest degree programs, E-Commerce is designed for students interested in entry-level opportunities in the field of internet marketing and internet commerce.
The program is a blend of business, management, marketing and information technology courses, preparing students to seek employment in the electronic commerce field or seek career advancement in their current position.
Students will earn an E-Commerce Associate of Science degree and will qualify for jobs in areas including advertising copywriter, e-commerce consultant, web design or maintenance, online sales, market research analyst, e-commerce analyst, and many administrative level positions.
DEGREE
Hotel/Tourism/Restaurant Management
DIPLOMA
Hotel/Tourism/Restaurant Management
HOTEL/RESTAURANT/TOURISM MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATES
Are you interested in mastering the fundamental hospitality skills of: financial management, operations management, organizational development, management to operate hotels, restaurants, amusement parks, clubs, resorts, and tourist destinations in the U.S. or around the world? The Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management program delivers real-world experiences to build the knowledge and skills needed to launch a successful hospitality career.
The Hotel. Restaurant, and Tourism Management program entails how to be a manager, supervisor or owner in the hospitality industry and prepares students for employment in the areas of: Food Service, Meeting and Convention Planning, Airlines, Cruise, Travel, Recreation and Theme Parks. Under the umbrella of hospitality and tourism there are countless career opportunities including: restaurants, hotels, tourism, the cruise line industry and event planning.
Whether you want to live and work locally or travel the world, a degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management takes you anywhere you want to go.
Event Coordinator
Hospitality Operations Associate
Hotel Management Specialist
DEGREE
SPECIALIZATIONS
Marketing Management
Entrepreneurship
Social Media Marketing
Sports Marketing
DIPLOMA
SPECIALIZATIONS
Marketing Management
Entrepreneurship
Social Media Marketing
Sports Marketing
CERTIFICATE
Entrepreneurship
Social Media Specialist
MARKETING MANAGEMENT
Today’s marketing and management positions require qualified employees who can strategize, build brands, and promote and sell products or services. In this program, students will learn how to define marketing opportunities, the strategic marketing process, manage sales teams, hone their professional sales skills, and plan, execute, and evaluate marketing strategies.
The Marketing Management program includes courses that teach skills such as consumer behavior, integrated marketing communications, marketing research, visual merchandising, and professional selling, buying, and merchandising.
Students will earn a Marketing Management Associate of Science degree or a diploma with specializations in Marketing Management, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Sports Marketing, and a Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Entrepreneurship (both either embedded in the diploma program or standalone). Graduates will qualify for marketing associate level positions in advertising and promotion, market management, digital marketing, public relations, retail and others.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
For Marketing Associate of Science degree graduates interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree, Albany Technical College has agreements in place with Albany State University, Andrew College, Georgia Military College, Georgia Southwestern State University, and Valdosta State University.
CERTIFICATE
Quality Assurance Specialist
QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST
SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT
This program will introduce Six Sigma quality improvement methodology and philosophy designed to reduce product and/or service failure rates to near perfection. An emphasis will be made on a disciplined, data-driven approach to eliminate defects across every business area. The course blends theoretical concepts and practical ideas from proven applications of the Six Sigma methodology and will help you understand a methodical approach to problem resolution and problem prevention.
CERTIFICATES
Quality Assurance Professional
QUALITY ASSURANCE PROFESSIONAL
SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
This course will present the historical basis for Six Sigma in American business and industry. The course will blend theoretical and practical ideas from proven applications of the Six Sigma methodology, enabling the student to demonstrate the use of the basic tools and techniques of Six Sigma improvement. The relationship between Lean and Six Sigma will be evaluated as a means for the overall reduction of waste and quality improvement through the elimination of defects in products and services.
This program will also introduce the data collection, analysis, and statistical tools that are necessary for use in Six Sigma projects. The student will be provided with opportunities to apply these tools as well as interpreting the results. Hypothesis testing will be emphasized in its relation to the overall improvement of processes. A methodical approach to problem resolution and prevention will be provided.
ADMISSIONS TESTING
ATC uses the Accuplacer-Next Generation exam for measuring proficiency in reading, writing and math. Applicants must achieve minimum admissions scores on the exam as specified in the program state standards or acceptable scores on a statistically validated test such as the SAT or ACT. Program-specific entrance scores are a minimum requirement, and higher scores may be required. Reasonable accommodations are made during testing for those who need them. (The examiner should be notified prior to testing.)
FINANCIAL AID
ATC offers several types of financial assistance to help qualified applicants pay for their education. Funds are available through the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Work-Study and the Georgia HOPE programs. Students may also receive assistance through the Job Training Partnership Act, operated by the Georgia Department of Labor, or the Veterans Educational Assistance Program, administered by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. Sufficient financial assistance is available to provide the opportunity for eligible students to attend college. Grant and scholarship programs operate on an award-year beginning in August and ending in July. Students must apply or re-apply each year to receive or continue to receive financial aid.
THE FOCUS
IS ON OUR STUDENTS
We measure our success by your success.
Albany Technical College (ATC) is a public two-year institution committed to providing higher education and life-long learning opportunities that promote self-sufficiency, economic development, and community growth and sustainability. ATC prepares students and graduates to meet dynamic and evolving workforce needs, utilizing industry-driven teaching and learning approaches including traditional, online, and customized business solutions. ATC offers over 200 certificate, diploma and associate degree programs designed to provide students with the most marketable skills for the fastest-growing fields and professions. We stand behind that promise by providing a warranty for all our graduates. Any graduate who does not meet the program standards will be re-educated at no cost to the graduate or to the employer.
Albany Tech is charged with providing education opportunities to the residents, businesses and industries within a seven-county service delivery area. These counties include Baker, Calhoun, Clay, Dougherty, Lee, Randolph and Terrell. Today, more than 3,000 full-time students are enrolled in credit programs per semester. Another 2,500 are enrolled part-time and in seminars, continuing education courses, teleconferences and customized business training. All of our graduates receive job placement services from our Career Services department. The result? Ninety-eight percent of our graduates are employed.
