Description
The Associate of Applied Science Option in Business Administration Management qualifies graduates for employment in entry-level management positions within a small/medium organization. This degree can also help those already in management positions who strive to be more effective managers. Employment opportunities and job functions will vary greatly with industry, size of business, and geographical region.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Apply effective written and verbal communication skills individually and in groups.
- Apply analytical, technology, and reasoning skills relevant to the profession.
- Apply appropriate ethical choices on both a professional and personal level.
- Demonstrate practical knowledge and understanding of the four functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of attracting, developing, and retaining a high-quality workforce.
- Describe the processes and techniques managers can use in successfully managing the global environment, diversity, and social responsibility.
Course Requirements
Course List Course | Title | Credits |
BA 101 | Introduction to Business | 4 |
BA 104 | Business Math | 3 |
BA 111 | Applied Accounting I | 3 |
BA 178 | Customer Service | 3 |
or BA 285 | Business Human Relations |
BA 218 | Personal Finance | 4 |
CIS 120 | Computer Concepts (or Computer Competency Test) | 0-4 |
CIS 131 | Software Applications | 4 |
LIB 100 | Introduction to Finding Information | 1 |
WR 121 | Academic Composition | 4 |
BA 112 | Applied Accounting II | 3 |
BA 113 | Applied Accounting III | 3 |
BA 206 | Management Fundamentals I | 4 |
BA 214 | Business Communications | 3 |
BA 223 | Marketing Principles I | 4 |
BA 226 | Business Law I | 4 |
BA 250 | Entrepreneurship | 4 |
BA 261 | Consumer Behavior | 4 |
CIS 125E | Excel | 4 |
BA 207 | Management Fundamentals II | 4 |
BA 224 | Human Resources Management | 4 |
| 13-16 |
BA 220 | Business Analysis and Budgeting | 4 |
BA 222 | Business Finance | 4 |
BA 290 | Business Seminar | 3 |
Total Credits | 91-98 |
Advising Notes
Take as many level 1 courses as possible before attempting level 2 courses, and take as many level 2 courses before level 3 courses. Level 3 courses may be taken concurrently with level 4 courses.
This degree is designed for students planning to enter their chosen career upon graduation. Only selected credits are considered transferrable to public or private baccalaureate institutions. See advisor for additional information.
Performance Standards
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