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Business Administration Degree

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  • Administrative services
  • Business analyst
  • Customer support
  • Operations manager
  • Marketing/sales

Take the first step toward a successful career in business administration by completing this degree program. Choose a specialization that aligns with your career goals.

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ offers flexible program options, with many courses offered online and through accelerated Fast Track formats. And with apprenticeship programs, you can graduate debt-free with guaranteed employment through 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s business apprenticeship programs.

All courses are taught by skilled faculty members and business professionals who are experts in their respective fields.

A.A.S. degree program plans and outcomes

The Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration offers specializations in the areas listed below. Students may complete ONE specialization (click to expand):

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed for those currently employed in or seeking employment in finance departments, banks, investment companies or other finance-related enterprises. The curriculum emphasizes developing the competencies necessary for supervisory and public contact positions in the finance field.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed for those currently employed in or seeking employment in finance departments, banks, investment companies or other finance-related enterprises. The curriculum emphasizes developing the competencies necessary for supervisory and public contact positions in the finance field.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
FIN 1013
MGT 1113
MGT 154
MGT 15023
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 1014
CIS 1003
CIS 101
FIN 2003
MKT 2453
PSY 2453
Hours16
Third Semester
ACC 1023
Select one of the following: 33
ECO 200
ECO 211
ECO 212
ENG 1303
SPE 101
MGT 2183
MGT 2703
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
FIN 2153
FIN 2253
Humanities 53
MGT 165+3
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

MGTÌý111 is recommended.

2

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

3

ECOÌý200 is recommended.

4

If pursuing a fully online degree, choose ENGÌý130; otherwise choose SPEÌý101.

5

PHIÌý150 is recommended.

Program learning outcomes

  • Communicate persuasively and concisely, (orally, in writing, and presentation), using the language of business.
  • Evaluate major business functions and related technologies domestically and globally.
  • Explain and use quantitative tools in accounting, finance and economics.
  • Demonstrate soft skills: emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and teamwork.
  • Practice social consciousness and responsibility.
  • Explore a business career direction.
  • Analyze financial results from balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement.
  • Create a financial plan to achieve company goals
  • Outline a plan to interact with intermediaries to facilitate financial transactions
  • Recognize the differences among financial policies of other countries

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of the Human Resources Department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of the Human Resources Department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
Humanities 13
MGT 1113
MGT 154
MGT 15033
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 1014
ACC 2163
CIS 1003
CIS 101
MGT 165+3
MGT 2653
Hours16
Third Semester
ACC 1023
PSY 245
Select one of the following: 53
ECO 200
ECO 211
ECO 212
ENG 1303
SPE 101
MGT 2043
MGT 2703
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
MGT 2183
MGT 2663
MGT 2803
MKT 2453
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

PHIÌý150 is recommended.

2

MGTÌý111 is recommended.

3

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

4

ACCÌý102 is recommended.

5

ECOÌý211 is recommended.

6

If pursuing a fully online degree, choose ENGÌý130; otherwise choose SPEÌý101.

Program learning outcomes

  • Communicate persuasively and concisely, (orally, in writing, and presentation), using the language of business.
  • Evaluate major business functions and related technologies domestically and globally.
  • Explain and use quantitative tools in accounting, finance and economics.
  • Demonstrate soft skills: emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and teamwork.
  • Practice social consciousness and responsibility.
  • Explore a business career direction.
  • Examine business decisions with sound and defensible corporate and personal ethical policies.
  • Evaluate employee performance to fit organizational and individual growth objectives.
  • Develop a training and development plan consistent with corporate vision, structure, staffing, and employment practices.
  • Analyze personnel practices and recommend appropriate enhancements to increase motivation and productivity.
  • Apply effective management practices consistent with federal and state requirements for employee rights/protections, compensation, benefits, and labor relations.

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed to assist students who are either exploring an insurance career or are in the insurance field looking to expand their managerial and business skills. Students will gain knowledge and practical skills in property, liability, commercial and personal insurance as they earn industry certification.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour degree program is designed to assist students who are either exploring an insurance career or are in the insurance field looking to expand their managerial and business skills. Students will gain knowledge and practical skills in property, liability, commercial and personal insurance as they earn industry certification.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
INS 1103
MGT 1113
MGT 154
MGT 15023
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 10134
CIS 1003
CIS 101
Humanities 43
INS 1203
PSY 2453
Hours16
Third Semester
Select one of the following:3
ACC 102
MGT 165+
ECO 2113
ENG 1303
SPE 101
INS 2203
MGT 2703
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
ECO 2123
INS 2403
MGT 2183
MKT 2453
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

MGTÌý111 is recommended.

2

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

3

Students should strongly consider enrolling in ACCÌý102 as well.

4

If MGTÌý165 is taken, then PHIÌý150 is recommended.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

5

If pursuing a fully online degree, choose ENGÌý130; otherwise choose SPEÌý101.

Program learning outcomes

  • Communicate persuasively and concisely, (orally, in writing, and presentation), using the language of business.
  • Evaluate major business functions and related technologies domestically and globally.
  • Explain and use quantitative tools in accounting, finance and economics.
  • Demonstrate soft skills: emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and teamwork.
  • Practice social consciousness and responsibility.
  • Explore a business career direction.
  • Discuss the property liability and personal loss exposers faced by individuals, families and organizations and the insurance coverages used to treat those exposures.
  • Explain the concepts of risk management and insurance.
  • Describe insurances regulation.
  • Calculate the basic financial rations of a P&C insurance co.
  • Explain the various types of insurance distribution systems.
  • Describe key insurance functions (i.e. underwriting, claims, marketing).

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a unit, department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a unit, department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
Humanities 13
MGT 1113
MGT 154
MGT 15033
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 10144
CIS 1003
CIS 101
MGT 165+3
MGT 2653
MGT 2803
Hours16
Third Semester
ACC 1023
PSY 245
Select one of the following: 63
ECO 200
ECO 211
ECO 212
ENG 1303
SPE 101
Select one of the following:3
MGT 205
MGT 2703
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
ACC 2163
MGT 2183
MGT 29183
MKT 2453
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

PHIÌý150 (Business Ethics) is recommended.

2

MGTÌý111 is recommended.

3

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

4

Students should strongly consider enrolling in ACCÌý102 as well.

5

ACCÌý102 is recommended.

6

ECOÌý211 is recommended.

7

If pursuing a fully online degree, choose ENGÌý130; otherwise choose SPEÌý101.

8

This course is considered the program's capstone and should be taken at the end of student's course work.

Management Electives

Management Electives (Hours required: 3)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
FIN 1013
INS 1103
MGT 1543
MKT 1403
MKT 2173
MKT 2473
MKT 2811-3
MKT 2850.5-3
SCM 1013
SCM 1203
SCM 2811-3

Business Administration Electives

Business Administration Electives (Hours required: 3)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
ACC 2163
MCM 1503
MCM 2333
MGT 1653
MGT 1703
MGT 2043
MGT 2053
MGT 2111-3
MGT 2663
MKT 1053
MKT 1063
MKT 2433
MKT 2523
MKT 2850.5-3
SCM 1223
SCM 1233
SCM 1243
SCM 1253
SCM 2263
SCM 2593

Program learning outcomes

  • Communicate persuasively and concisely, (orally, in writing, and presentation), using the language of business.
  • Evaluate major business functions and related technologies domestically and globally.
  • Explain and use quantitative tools in accounting, finance and economics.
  • Demonstrate soft skills: emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and teamwork.
  • Practice social consciousness and responsibility.
  • Explore a business career direction.
  • Demonstrate rational and informed decision making that supports the company goals based on relevant data.
  • Identify motivational tools and techniques to pursue company goals.

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a unit, department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a unit, department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Management Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
Humanities 13
MGT 1113
MGT 154
MGT 15033
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 1014
CIS 1003
CIS 101
MGT 1653
PSY 245
MKT 1403
MKT 1463
Hours16
Third Semester
ACC 1023
Select one of the following: 53
ECO 200
ECO 211
ECO 212
ENG 1303
SPE 101
MGT 2703
MKT 1473
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
MGT 2183
MKT 1803
MKT 2433
MKT 2453
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

PHIÌý150 is recommended.

2

MGTÌý111 is recommended.

3

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

4

MGTÌý165 is recommended.

5

ECOÌý200 is recommended.

6

If pursuing a fully online degree, choose ENGÌý130; otherwise choose SPEÌý101.

Program learning outcomes

  • Communicate persuasively and concisely, (orally, in writing, and presentation), using the language of business.
  • Evaluate major business functions and related technologies domestically and globally.
  • Explain and use quantitative tools in accounting, finance and economics.
  • Demonstrate soft skills: emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and teamwork.
  • Practice social consciousness and responsibility.
  • Explore a business career direction.
  • Demonstrate rational and informed decision making that supports the company goals based on relevant data.
  • Identify motivational tools and techniques to pursue company goals.

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a marketing department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Administration Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour program is designed to assist students in a wide variety of business occupations. The curriculum is structured to meet the needs of individuals interested in gaining or improving business knowledge and management skills. The program develops abilities that will help organize, coordinate and evaluate the functions of a marketing department or branch of an organization in either an industrial or administrative management capacity. This degree also provides the fundamental management skills needed by the successful owner-manager of a business.

This degree is shown in a standardized sequential semester option. However, it available as fast track modality, apprenticeships and online options as well. Please contact an advisor to get the most current scheduling. This degree plan is one of six options that students may pursue to earn the Business Administration Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview (Hours required: 61)
NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
ENG 1013
MCM 1503
MGT 15013
MGT 1543
MGT 111
PSY 101+3
Hours15
Second Semester
ACC 1014
CIS 1003
CIS 101
Humanities 33
MKT 2173
MKT 2453
Hours16
Third Semester
ACC 1023
PSY 245
Select one of the following: 53
ECO 200
ECO 211
ECO 212
MGT 165+3
MGT 2703
MKT 1803
Hours15
Fourth Semester
ACC 2113
MCM 2333
MGT 2183
MKT 2523
MKT 2433
Hours15
Total Hours61
1

The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with Math Competency. SeeÌýMath Competency optionsÌýfor information. Students who utilize Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour elective. See full list ofÌý.

2

MGTÌý154 is recommended.

+

This course meets the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement.

3

PHIÌý150 is recommended.

4

ACCÌý102 is recommended.

5

ECOÌý200 is recommended.

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