Dallas College

Business Technology


6 Certificates 1 Associate Degree

Want to take charge of your career by developing critical skills for today’s marketplace?  Whether you have little computer experience or are an experienced professional, there's a place for you in Business Technology (formerly Business Office Systems and Support).

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Earning a recognized industry certification, associate degree or continuing your career training can prepare you to be a productive member of the business community.

Business Technology at a Glance

Dallas College offers many different ways to reach your career goals. Whether you want to jump into the workforce quickly or spend more time building advanced skills, we have the programs that fit your needs and timeline.

Certificate Programs

Estimated total tuition cost2:

$1,265-$2,970

Estimated time to complete1:

4-18 months

  • Brookhaven
  • Cedar Valley
  • Eastfield
  • El Centro
  • Mountain View
  • North Lake
  • Richland3

Associate Degrees

Estimated total tuition cost2:

$5,940

Estimated time to complete1:

2 years

  • Brookhaven
  • Cedar Valley
  • Eastfield
  • El Centro
  • Mountain View
  • North Lake
  • Richland3

Which Degrees and Certificates are Right for Me?

Workforce Training

Dallas College offers fast, flexible credentials designed with local employers to help you quickly start or advance your career.

Can I Get a Job?

Dallas College offers a variety of certificates and degrees to help you gain the skills you need to start working right away.

  • These credentials are often considered Career and Technical Education (CTE).
  • These credentials are established with the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, to meet local and regional employment needs.
  • Higher-level certificates and degrees will typically lead to a higher salary in the workforce.
  • Workforce (CE) certificates can often be completed faster than traditional credit certificates but typically do not offer college credit.
  • Level 1, Level 2, Enhanced Skills certificates and others offer college credit and are often stackable to help you build skills as you work toward an associate degree.
  • Workforce credentials may give you college credit at Dallas College, but they may not transfer to other colleges or universities.

If you're unsure if this is the right path for you, you can talk to a pathway specialist for advice.

Pathway Specialist

Credit Certificates

Dallas College offers credit certificates that provide focused, career-ready skills recognized by employers.

Can I Get a Job?

Dallas College offers a variety of certificates and degrees to help you gain the skills you need to start working right away.

  • These credentials are often considered Career and Technical Education (CTE).
  • These credentials are established with the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, to meet local and regional employment needs.
  • Higher-level certificates and degrees will typically lead to a higher salary in the workforce.
  • Workforce (CE) certificates can often be completed faster than traditional credit certificates but typically do not offer college credit.
  • Level 1, Level 2, Enhanced Skills certificates and others offer college credit and are often stackable to help you build skills as you work toward an associate degree.
  • Workforce credentials may give you college credit at Dallas College, but they may not transfer to other colleges or universities.

If you're unsure if this is the right path for you, you can talk to a pathway specialist for advice.

Pathway Specialist

Associate Degrees

Dallas College's associate degrees provide a strong academic foundation for career entry or transfer to a four-year institution.

Can I Transfer?

Our Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates may not fully transfer to a four-year college or university.

  • If your goal is to transfer, you may want to explore our Core Curriculum and Transfer Pathways.
  • You may also want to explore a transfer degree, like an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science.
  • The classes you take will count towards a bachelor's degree and are designed to be accepted by any public college or university in Texas.

If you're not sure if this is the right choice for you, you can talk to a Pathway Specialist for guidance.

Pathway Specialist

Questions About Degrees and Certificates?

We know applying to college can be confusing. If you are not yet a Dallas College student, you have a whole team of recruitment coaches to help guide you through programs and the enrollment process.

Current students, contact your success coach (advisor) who can answer any questions you have about Business Technology programs and your degree and certificate options.

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What Can I Earn? Will There Be Plenty of Jobs?

Up-to-date computer skills and knowledge of office processes can lead to job opportunities with a wide range of employers. Check out a few of the incredible career opportunities you’ll be ready for. Your future starts here!

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistantsat work

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

$37/hr

Median Salary

1251

Job Openings

+14%

Projected Outlook

Top Skills:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Service Orientation
  • Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Time Management
  • Monitoring
Female in Office sitting at a desk and working on a small Laptop Netbook

Office Clerks

$20/hr

Median Salary

6656

Job Openings

+6%

Projected Outlook

Top Skills:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Coordination
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Service Orientation
  • Time Management
  • Monitoring
Secretaries and Administrative Assistantsat work

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

$22/hr

Median Salary

5210

Job Openings

+9%

Projected Outlook

Top Skills:

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Service Orientation
  • Time Management
  • Monitoring
  • Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Social Perceptiveness
Two professionals review documents together at a desk, discussing reports and information in a collaborative office setting.

Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

$33/hr

Median Salary

5308

Job Openings

+8%

Projected Outlook

Top Skills:

  • Speaking
  • Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Management of Personnel Resources
  • Active Learning

All jobs data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence and Lightcast4.

“I’d have to say the best thing about my Dallas College experience was the teachers, especially those in the Office Technology division. They assisted me throughout my college career through thick and thin, and helped me get to where I am today.” Read Cathy McKinney's story.
Cathy McKinney
Cathy McKinney
Administrative Assistant Case Management Department Baylor Medical Center Irving

Prior Learning

Dallas College’s Prior Learning Assessment helps you earn college credit for knowledge you’ve gained on the job. If you have work experience, you can earn your associate degree faster by using your professional skills to get closer to graduation.

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1Length of time is based on catalog degree plans. Prerequisites may be required, which are not included in this estimate. For most programs, full-time student status is assumed, a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.

2Cost for credit courses is based on tuition rates for program hours for Dallas County residents. The price of most required learning materials (books, software, supplies, etc.) is included with the price of tuition. Certain programs may have additional costs above the standard tuition. Continuing Education and Ed2Go courses may vary by program. Please review the Area of Study Overview and/or the Health Information Packets for additional costs and details. Visit our Paying for College site to learn more about cost, financial aid, scholarships and more.

3Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options. Not all degree and certificate offerings are available for admission/start at all campuses every semester.

4A portion of Lightcast’s data comes from O*NET Online by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Lightcast has modified all or some of this information. USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.

Updated June 25, 2026