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Business Technology
The Business Technology program at Houston City College prepares students for administrative and office roles by building strong technology, communication, and organizational skills. The competency-based curriculum is aligned with industry expectations to ensure graduates are workforce-ready.
- Career Path
- Business
Programs
Business Technology - General Office Administration, A.A.S.
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
Students will be able to:
-
Read, listen, speak, and write proficiently.
-
Apply keyboarding and document processing skills to specific office applications.
-
Use appropriate tools and processes such as records management, accounting fundamentals, and software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations to manage information.
-
Apply organizational skills to the management of projects, daily schedules, multiple tasks, and unexpected interruptions.
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
-
View the Business Technology - General Office Administration, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Legal Office Assistant - Specialization, A.A.S.
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
Students will be able to:
-
Read, listen, speak, and write proficiently.
-
Apply keyboarding and document processing skills to specific office applications.
-
Use appropriate tools and processes such as records management, accounting fundamentals, and software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations to manage information.
-
Apply organizational skills to the management of projects, daily schedules, multiple tasks, and unexpected interruptions.
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
-
View the Business Technology - Legal Office Assistant - Specialization, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Legal Office Assistant Specialization, C1
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 27
-
View the Business Technology - Human Resources/PeopleSoft Specialization - C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Medical Office Specialist - Specialization, A.A.S
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
Students will be able to:
-
Read, listen, speak, and write proficiently.
-
Apply keyboarding and document processing skills to specific office applications.
-
Use appropriate tools and processes such as records management, accounting fundamentals, and software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations to manage information.
-
Apply organizational skills to the management of projects, daily schedules, multiple tasks, and unexpected interruptions.
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
-
View the Business Technology - Medical Office Specialist - Specialization, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Medical Office Specialist Specialization, C1
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 27
-
View the Business Technology - Medical Office Specialist Specialization, C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Microsoft Office Technology - Specialization, A.A.S.
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
Students will be able to:
-
Read, listen, speak, and write proficiently.
-
Apply keyboarding and document processing skills to specific office applications.
-
Use appropriate tools and processes such as records management, accounting fundamentals, and software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations to manage information.
-
Apply organizational skills to the management of projects, daily schedules, multiple tasks, and unexpected interruptions.
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
-
View the Business Technology - Microsoft Office Technology - Specialization, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Microsoft Office Technology Specialization, C1
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 27
-
View the Business Technology - Microsoft Office Technology Specialization, C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Human Resources/PeopleSoft Specialization - C1
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 27
-
View the Business Technology - Human Resources/PeopleSoft Specialization - C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
-
Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Business Technology - Bilingual, C2
The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- The Business Technology curricula are designed to provide students an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for assuming administrative assistant and other office positions in today’s competitive workplace. The curricula are competency-based and organized to teach industry-driven educational outcomes.
- All courses in the Business Technology programs apply toward the AAS in Business Technology. The Business Technology program offers courses that qualify students for the (MOS) Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Please visit the MOS website: www.certiport.com/officespecialist for more information.
- Students who hold Certified Administrative Professional or Certified Professional Secretary credentials are granted 15 semester credit hours for the following courses: POFT 1370, (Introduction to Office Technology); POFT 2301, Intermediate Keyboarding; ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I; POFT 1325, Business Math and Machine Applications; POFT 2331, Administrative Systems.
- To be granted the 15 semester credit hours, the applicant must request that the certifying agency provide the College with proof that the applicant has passed all sections of the certification exam.
- The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one AAS in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following four specializations: General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Office Specialist.
- Likewise, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) allows students to earn only one Certificate in Business Technology. Students may choose from one of the following six specializations: Bilingual Business Technology, Human Resources/PeopleSoft, General Office Administration, Microsoft Office Technology, Legal Office Assistant, or Medical Coding/Transcription Specialist.
- Business Technology also offers the following Marketable Skills Achievement Awards (MSA): Financial PeopleSoft and Medical Management.
- In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates
The Business Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Student Achievement
|
Graduates 2025 |
Majors 2025 |
Unduplicated |
3 Year Placement (17-18 to 19-20) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 377 | 1,527 | 91% |
2022-2023 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31).
| Program/Aligned Award |
Agency Standard |
HCC Standard |
2022-2023 Pass Rate (#Passed) |
2022-2023 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Technology Microsoft Office Specialist |
70% | N/A | 73% (22) | Above Expectations |
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 2 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
-
- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Online
- Campus Location
- Cost
-
View the Business Technology - Bilingual, C2 to see the total credit hours required.
Career Outlook
This overview highlights key labor market indicators for University Transfer and Workforce Training careers in this field in the Houston area, including the number of currently employed, the median annual salary for the occupation, and the job growth.
Average Salary
50th percentile (median) salary range in the Houston area.
Currently Employed
7,101 currently employed in the Greater Houston area.
Projected Growth
-4.7% projected growth for 2026-2030.