Virginia College is a private institution of higher education
committed to offering associate's, diplomas and bachelor's
degrees at its various campuses. These programs strengthen the
student's ability to enter or advance in their chosen career. The
student's learning experience and placement opportunities are
enhanced through studies that provide a balance of general
academics, technical skills and personal growth.
The goal of Virginia College lies in its responsibility to its
students, the technical and business communities and the general
citizenry. The college provides educational opportunities through
curricula in business, business-related, administrative,
management, technical and professional programs that are designed
to prepare the student for direct entry into the job market.
Virginia College at Birmingham, Alabama, offers the benefits of
small class sizes and flexible schedules, allowing you to earn
the education you want at a time that's most convenient for you.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify and career
placement and job assistance continues past graduation,
continuing Virginia College at Birmingham's commitment to our
students' futures!
The accounting assistant program at Virginia College will prepare
you for entry-level positions as an accounting, bookkeeping or
auditing clerk with skills in today's computer-based accounting
systems. In addition to accounting skills, you'll also be exposed
to analytic, communication and computer fundamentals that will
help make you a more valuable employee and better able to compete
for jobs in this solid career field.
Diploma - Administrative Assistant
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Picture yourself as a key member of the team in a busy,
professional office environment. You can be there with proper
skills training from Virginia College. The administrative
assistant program prepares you to work in offices and businesses
of all sizes and types. You'll be introduced to basic business
principals and office procedures with computer software
application skills.
Associate's - Accounting Specialist
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The accounting specialist program is designed to meet the needs
of those students who work in the accounting field or who are
presently employed and want to complete additional accounting
courses beyond the diploma level. As a student in this program,
you'll prepare for positions such as accounting clerk, accounts
payable/receivable specialists, personal income tax clerks,
collection clerks or professional bookkeepers.
Special emphasis is placed on combining accounting theory and
practice with the microcomputer with advanced computerized
accounting classes. Upon graduation, you will be encouraged to
sit for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) national certification.
Associate's - Administrative Office Management
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Administrative office management skills put you in high demand
with employers. Today's companies need highly skilled men and
women who can organize, manage and distribute information in the
fast-paced business world.
Virginia College helps you gain the special skills and prepare
for the challenges you'll face with hands-on training in:
- Database management
- Word-processing
- Spreadsheets
- Presentation graphics
- Accounting
- Business management
- Communication skills
Associate's - Human Resources Management
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The human resource management program is designed to prepare
human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and
challenges of managing today's workforce. The courses show you
how to help in the professional development of men and women in
the field of human resources. You'll prepare to work in such
settings as business, industry, government and nonprofit
organizations and institutions. You'll learn to handle disputes,
grievances, discipline and dismissals while you acquire the
skills you'll need to work with a variety of people in various
work settings.
Bachelor's - Business Administration
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The business administration program is designed for students who
are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to
perform a variety of administrative functions in the business
world. The Bachelor's in Business Administration is also
beneficial for those in lower-tier management positions and who
need the baccalaureate credential to progress in their corporate
hierarchy. It has become more and more important for job seekers
to have a bachelor's degree to compete for positions or achieve
advancement in today's business climate. Now, Virginia College
offers students a chance to apply previously earned credit to
completing a degree.
Master of Science - Business Administration
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The Master of Science in Business Administration program is
designed for students who are interested in acquiring the
knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of
administrative functions in the business world. The Bachelor's in
Business Administration is also beneficial for those in
lower-tier management positions and who need the baccalaureate
credential to progress in their corporate hierarchy. It has
become more and more important for job seekers to have a
bachelor's degree to compete for positions or achieve advancement
in today's business climate. Now, Virginia College offers
students a chance to apply previously earned credit to completing
a degree.
