People with skills in office management, business software, accounting, and marketing are in-demand in organizations both large and small. Students earning a Business Technology degree from Flint Hills Technical College will gain that broad business knowledge, enabling them to be leaders in the office or provide them with a solid industry base to become entrepreneurs. Local internships are also an integral part of this program.
The commitment of my instructors has had a great impact on my academic and professional growth. They helped me be fully prepared for my career.
Andrea
Program Options
Business Technology offers a technical certificate and associate of applied science degree option. Courses are available either face-to-face or online and include an internship. High school seniors and juniors are also eligible to apply to this program.
The technical certificate is a one-year program. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to perform numerous office activities including computer applications, database management, and business communication. For graduates wanting to continue their education, certificate courses apply to the AAS degree program.
The associate of applied science degree is a two-year degree program that encompasses management, entrepreneurship, business law and general education courses. Students also have an opportunity to complete additional internships and obtain advanced training in computer applications. Both the one and two-year options are available online and students may choose to continue their education through academic partnerships.
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Associates Degree Course Requirements Technical Certificate Course Requirements
Career Opportunities
Within companies, there is a need for multifaceted individuals with a variety of knowledge in office management including marketing, computer applications, and human relations knowledge, as well as have analytical thinking skills that contribute to the effectiveness of their organization.
Career opportunities include:
- Executive Assistant
- Office Manager
- Marketing Specialist
- Legal Assistant
- Financial Assistant
- Payroll Clerk
Program Faculty
Lori Moore
Business Technology Instructor
Division Chair - Arts & Information Technology
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Lori began teaching in the Business Technology program at FHTC in 2012. Her prior work experience includes employment as a victim advocate, corporate trainer, and non-profit community relations director. Lori holds a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.
Kenda O’Mara
Business Technology Instructor
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Kenda has over 20 years of teaching experience and began as a Business Technology instructor at FHTC in 2013. Her prior work experience includes health education teacher, business corporate training supervisor and Project TEEN coordinator. Kenda is an NBEA Member and Phi Beta Lambda Business Advisor. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.
Andrea Cahoone
Business Technology Instructor
620-343-4708
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Lori began teaching in the Business Technology program at FHTC in 2012. Her prior work experience includes employment as a victim advocate, corporate trainer, and non-profit community relations director. Lori holds a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.
620-343-4737
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Kenda has over 20 years of teaching experience and began as a Business Technology instructor at FHTC in 2013. Her prior work experience includes health education teacher, business corporate training supervisor and Project TEEN coordinator. Kenda is an NBEA Member and Phi Beta Lambda Business Advisor. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.
Academic Partnership
FHTC students who complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Technology may be eligible to utilize a 2+2 agreement with the following institutions to further their education.
Emporia State University: Bachelor of Science in Business or Bachelor of Science in Business Education
Fort Hays State University: Bachelor of Technology Leadership
Pittsburg State University: Bachelor of Applied Science
Washburn University: Bachelor of Applied Science
Program Information & Resources
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