Heald College Portland

Portland is one of our newer campuses, having joined the Heald College family in 1996. Its convenient, downtown location gives Heald a high profile in the business community and offers students easy access to public transportation. Heald Portland offers career-focused programs in business, technology and healthcare to meet the demands of Portland's growing employer base.

It's a great place to go to school

• 27,500-square-foot facility in the heart of Portland's business and civic center
• Easy access to all metro Portland/Vancouver public transportation

Where you'll have everything you need to succeed

• Classrooms designed to maximize student comfort
• Round tables to encourage team building and communication
• 305 student computers and 10 servers
• Learning Resource Center featuring a library and a computer lab
• Free email and Internet access on campus
• Medical lab with leading healthcare technology
• Bookstore on campus
• Dress for Success policy on select days that promotes workplace professionalism

Where you'll make lifelong friends

• 250 students enrolled on average
• 15-20 faculty members on staff on average
• 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio on average
• One-on-one tutoring and academic advising
• Phi Theta Kappa and Accounting Club

Associate's, Certificate or Diploma in Accounting

Is an accounting career right for me?

Accounting is the perfect program for people who like to work with numbers. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at math and very detail-oriented.

What's the job outlook?

Because financial integrity and accurate reporting are crucial to business success across all industries, the accounting field enjoys relatively consistent growth, even in a fluctuating economy. Since today's accounting professionals play a pivotal role in a company's performance, people with a background in accounting are in demand.

What will I do with my education?

Graduates of Heald's accounting program pursue rewarding careers in positions, such as accounting assistant, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable clerk, payroll clerk and administrative assistant. Your job responsibilities will vary depending on your job title and the size and type of company where you work. In smaller organizations, the accounting staff handles all aspects of financial management, whereas accounting professionals in larger offices are more specialized. While entry-level staffers generally post transaction details, total accounts and calculate interest charges, more advanced employees balance finances and ensure the accuracy of accounts. No matter what your position, you'll use computers to generate reports and manage spreadsheets.

As technology continues to evolve, accounting professionals will be expected to keep pace. Your Heald education covers financial software and basic computer technology, which will give you the advantage you need to continue to grow and stay competitive throughout your career.

Associate's or Diploma in Business Administration

Is a career in business administration right for me?

Business administration is the perfect program for people who want to get broad exposure to the business world and a solid foundation in business fundamentals. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good multi-tasking skills and a knack for problem solving.

What's the job outlook?

No business succeeds today without a broad base of versatile employees who can respond to the changing needs of the workplace. Today's job market demands capable, motivated, business-savvy individuals who exhibit proficiency in a range of business applications, and above all, professional polish. That's why employers are looking for people who are team-minded and can juggle multiple tasks at a time.

What will I do with my education?

Graduates of Heald's business administration program have a wide range of skills that can be applied in various fields. You'll be qualified to pursue rewarding business administration careers in positions, such as administrative assistant, office assistant, office manager, management trainee and customer service representative. It's a versatile degree, so the skills you gain will be of use to you in any business administration job.

Certificate in Office Skills

Is office skills the right program for me?

Office Skills is the perfect program for people who want to learn how to run an office efficiently. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at multi-tasking and working as a part of a team.

What's the job outlook?

Businesses rely on the expertise of their support staff more and more every day. Job applicants who know their way around office technologies and computer software have a competitive edge with employers. Those that can provide unbiased proof of their skills, in the form of industry-recognized certifications, have the greatest potential for becoming a valuable part of a business team. Official certifications reassure employers that you have the know-how to be productive on the job.

What will I do with my education?

Graduates of Heald's Office Skills program pursue a variety of rewarding positions. It's the perfect program for someone entering the workplace for the first time, someone re-entering the workplace after some time or a current jobholder who wants to upgrade his or her skills.

Program availability may vary by campus and by quarter.

Information

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