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Hinds Community College offers an online Associate of Arts degree in the liberal arts.  This program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the liberal arts.  You will take general education and elective courses that can be transferred into a baccalaureate program at a four-year institution.  Students complete a core of English, math, and science courses, followed by electives based on the requirements of the university of their choice. 

To complete the liberal arts degree program, you will take courses in these topics:

• Communication
• Computational/Reasoning
• Scientific Reasoning
• Humanities/Fine Arts
• Human Social/Behavioral

The online Associate of Applied Science in Banking & Finance Technology degree is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in this field.  This is a technical program that offers an introduction and an overview of the financial services industry.  Students will also develop basic financial knowledge and abilities and gain the competencies and social skills needed for employment in the field.  The curriculum includes courses covering such topics as consumer lending, business policy, and principles of banking while building on management skills and ethics.  Graduates are prepared for careers in bank management, computerized bank operations, loan processing, financial counseling, financial management, and more.

The online Business and Office Technology associate’s program prepares students for a wide range of entry-level office positions. Courses blend content with hands-on applications. Gain skills in management, technology and interpersonal communication. On completion of this program, find work in private office settings, government and nonprofit organizations and more.

Concentrate technology studies in areas of:

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Medical Data

The online associate’s degree in Marketing Management Technology is designed to prepare students for careers in areas such as sales, advertising, management, public relations and more. Combine content with real-world applications as you progress through your studies. Benefit from the flexibility of online learning.

Concentrate your studies in:

• Marketing management
• Real estate

A career certificate in Business Office and Technology can enhance your skill sets with potential for career advancement. Choose a specific business field in which to increase your credentials and build your resume.

Target studies in areas of:

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Medical Data

Take advantage of a career certificate in marketing online in order to advance your skill sets and gain a competitive edge in the workplace. Narrow your studies to target skill sets which most benefit your goals. Choose either a Marketing Management or Real Estate specialized pathway.

Enjoy the flexibility of online learning without sacrificing personal obligations.

A technical certificate in Business Office and Technology can enhance your skill sets with potential for career advancement. Choose a specific business field in which to increase your credentials and build your resume.

Target studies in areas of:

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Medical Data

Take advantage of a technical certificate in marketing online in order to advance your skill sets and gain a competitive edge in the workplace. Narrow your studies to target skill sets which most benefit your goals. Choose either a Marketing Management or Real Estate specialized pathway.

Fully online, benefit from the flexibility of online learning without sacrificing personal obligations.

The Associate in Applied Science in Computer Networking is an online network administration degree from Hinds Community College.  This two year program is designed to prepare students for employment after graduation but can be used for transfer to a senior college or university.  The curriculum trains students in network technologies, network administration, maintenance, and network operating systems.  Various areas of specialization are available, including:

• Fundamentals of Data Communications
• Operating Platforms
• Network Components
• Network Planning and Design
• Network Administration using Linux

Depending on your interests and career goals, you can choose from networking or technical electives.

The Associate in Applied Science in Computer Programming from Hinds Community College is an online software development degree.  This two year program is designed especially for those planning on entering the workforce immediately after completion but can also be used to transfer into a four-year program at a college or university.  Regardless of future plans, this degree prepares you for entry-level employment and advancement in computer programming and systems analysis.  You will complete courses in design, coding, and testing of software applications using various programming languages including Java and C++.  Course topics also include database manipulation, hardware maintenance, and operating system functions.  Students can choose from programming and technical electives.

Study not just the aftermath of crime but also before and during the crime with this online criminal justice associate's degree. You will prepare to help your community and beyond by learning the laws, procedures, institutions, and policies concerning crime. Courses examine various types of crime, their investigation, prosecution and defense, courtroom rules and procedures, and other areas involving the criminal justice system.  

In addition to preparing students for a wide range of criminal justice career opportunities, this program provides a strong foundation for a bachelor’s degree. It is also an excellent idea for future law school students.

Prepare for a career playing an important role in a law office with this online paralegal associate degree. Graduates are ready for entry-level employment opportunities in courts, corporations, law firms, and government agencies. They are also eligible to take certification exams offered by national paralegal professional organizations.  

This curriculum consists of a career-technical core, designated areas of concentration, and the academic core. It is designed to be as flexible as the hours you will be able to work as a paralegal. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in law, a field that offers job security in an office setting.

Prepare for a career playing an important role in a law office with this online paralegal degree. Graduates are ready for entry-level employment opportunities in courts, corporations, law firms, and government agencies. They are also eligible to take certification exams offered by national paralegal professional organizations.  

This curriculum covers such topics as:

• Civil Litigation
• Family Law
• Wills & Estates
• Legal Writing
• Torts

It is designed to be as flexible as the hours you will be able to work as a paralegal. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in law, a field that offers job security in an office setting.

Prepare for a career playing an important role in a law office with this online paralegal degree. Graduates are ready for entry-level employment opportunities in courts, corporations, law firms, and government agencies. They are also eligible to take certification exams offered by national paralegal professional organizations.  

This curriculum covers such topics as:

• Civil Litigation
• Bankruptcy Law
• Real Property
• Law Office Management

It is designed to be as flexible as the hours you will be able to work as a paralegal. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work in law, a field that offers job security in an office setting.

The online Associate of Applied Science in Medical Data Technolog program is a technical program for students interested in working in health care settings.  This degree combines health care with information technology, preparing students to maintain, collect, and analyze data that is crucial to the delivery of quality patient care.  This field combines computer science, business, management, legal procedures, and healthcare research.  You will learn about coding, medical reimbursement, billing, computers, information technology, business administration, and more, allowing you to contribute to the medical field without providing direct patient care. 

Graduates are prepared for careers in various settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Physician Offices
• Insurance Companies
• Law Firms
• Government Health Agencies
• Teaching Institutions