Build the foundation for a successful career in business and leadership.
This program prepares students for transfer to a bachelor's of business administration
degree program at a four-year college or university, where they will further improve
their communication and interpersonal skills while developing a specialty in an area
of business. Check with an advisor for information on transferring to a specific college.
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Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| General and Operations Managers |
$99,062 |
8,019 |
| Management Analysts |
$91,766 |
1,829 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers |
$64,341 |
3,303 |
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What do General and Operations Managers do?
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Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
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Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
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Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
What skills do General and Operations Managers have?
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Active Listening:
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Speaking:
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Monitoring:
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.