Business

Whether you are starting your career, retraining for a new one, or planning to advance your current role, this pathway offers programs tailored to meet your needs. 

With a variety of certificates and associate degrees available, students can specialize in areas such as accounting, business management, office administration, or medical office administration. These programs combine hands-on practical training with a strong theoretical foundation, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world challenges. Graduates are equipped with skills immediately applicable in the workplace, making them competitive in today’s job market

Consider a Bachelor's Degree

Students in the Business pathway can continue their education with Centralia College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management. This program builds on the skills gained in associate degrees and prepares graduates for leadership roles, with flexible options to study on campus, online, or in the evening.

Programs of Study

accounting

Accounting

Prepare for careers in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, and more. This program provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to pursue a variety of positions in the accounting field.

  • Accounting
  • Accounting Clerk
applied management

Business Administration & Management

Gain a broad understanding of business principles and management, preparing for leadership roles in various industries. This pathway offers both transfer and career-ready options.

  • Business Administration, Direct Transfer
  • Business Administration & Management
  • Retail Management
office administration

Office Administration

Learn to supervise staff, manage office operations, and use office technology effectively. This program prepares you for a variety of office-based roles, from entry-level to leadership positions.

  • Office Administration
  • Office Assistant
  • Office Applications
  • Business Technology
medical assistant

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Develop the skills needed for a career in medical office settings, combining business administration with healthcare-specific training. This program prepares you for roles in managing and supporting medical office operations.

  • Medical Office Administration
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Scribe

 

Contact

Career & Technical Education
Tech (TEC) Building, Room 114
360-623-8963
cte@centralia.edu