The Business Administration: Administrative Management program prepares graduates to become members of an executive team in today's fast-paced business environment. This program teaches proficiency in software and computer applications that enhance personal management and productivity, and soft skills that are vital in any work environment.
Students will earn a Project Management certificate by completing this degree. The certificate provides the education requirements needed to sit for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® or the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exams.
Kirkwood is the affordable option! We offer more than $3 million in scholarships every year.
Business Administration: Administration Management is one of 36 tuition-free degrees through the Last-Dollar Scholarship program.
Students in this program may be eligible to have half their tuition paid for by the Kibbie Grant.
Graduates of the Administrative Management program will be able to:
As a graduate of this program, you will be well prepared to face complex challenges in your professional careers. These careers could include:
School Year: 2025–26
Program Entry Semester: Fall
| Fall | Spring | Summer | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 13 | 16 | 6 | 15 | 13 | 63 |
| In-State Tuition | $2,873 | $3,536 | $1,302 | $3,315 | $2,873 | $13,923 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $250 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $606 | $821 | $130 | $239 | $139 | $1,935 |
| Course/Section Fees | $26 | $0 | $0 | $25 | $32 | $83 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,555 | $4,407 | $1,506 | $3,629 | $3,094 | $16,191 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $221 (In-State), $296 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
Fees and costs are subject to change.
To view all costs associated with attending college visit our Tuition and Costs page.
Administrative Management students are encouraged to join the Kirkwood chapter of Business Professionals of America (BPA) and/or Future Business Leaders of America, INC. (FBLA). Students pursuing the Project Management Certificate are encouraged to join, too.
With 45,000 members in more than 1,800 chapters across 25 states and Puerto Rico, as well as an international presence in China, Haiti and Peru, BPA has the ability to enhance student participation in professional, civic, service and social endeavors.
FBLA is the largest business Career and Technical Student Organization in the world, helping more than 230,000 members prepare for careers in business each year.
BPA and FBLA are two of eight recognized members of the National Coordinating Council for Career and Technical Student Organizations (NCC-CTSO). CTSOs are co-curricular groups that help students in career and technical education programs further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions.
At Kirkwood, you’ll learn and practice techniques using current and emerging software, hone your communication skills, gain team and leadership soft skills, and glean common business knowledge, leaving you well prepared for multiple career avenues including executive assistants, office managers and administrative assistants.
The administrative management program will positively impact the student by providing quality education in industry identified technical abilities, soft skills and business knowledge. Students are encouraged to become life-long learners, while making a productive contribution to the community.