Business Management

Degree Type
Associate of Applied Science

Program Description

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Management develops leaders at various levels for business, industry, and public service organizations. The thrust of the program is to meet management training needs of organizations and to develop entrepreneurs. Therefore, the program is continually reviewed and developed in partnership with the business/industry community. The program is organized around four educational themes, which address the need for well-prepared, confident, and technically competent people who can assume leadership roles in entry-level management, and as entrepreneurs.

Career Opportunities

  • Office Supervisor
  • Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Production, Planning and Expediting Clerks
  • Administrator
  • Employment Interviewer
  • Assistant Manager
  • Retail Manager
  • Small Business Owner and Operator
  • Technical Sales Representative
  • Personnel/Human Resources Manager

Program Objectives

Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic business management and leadership principles.
  2. Collect and critically analyze data and information to be applied to business scenarios.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to solve complex business problems/issues.
  4. Present business projects or research findings clearly in reports.

Obtaining the Degree

To earn the Associate of Applied Science degree, students must:

  • Matriculate into the program.
  • Satisfactorily complete all degree requirements, including General Education and Major Requirements.

General Education Requirements

Course Code
Title
Credits
3
3 - 4
Sub-Total Credits
22-23

Major Requirements

Course Code
Title
Credits
3
3
Sub-Total Credits
41-42

Science Electives

Students may select a course from this list to fulfill the 3 or 4 credit requirement for a science elective.

Course Code
Title
Credits

Cultural Awareness & Diverse Perspectives Electives

Students must select one course to meet the Cultural Awareness and Diverse Perspectives requirement. The selected course may not meet any other program or general education requirement.

Course Code
Title
Credits
Total Credits
63-65
Course Sequencing
Course Code
Title
Credits
3
3 - 4
3
Sub-Total Credits
18-19
Course Code
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
14-15