Purpose
The purpose of the Associate of Science in Business Management degree is to cultivate the skills and knowledge essential to effective business leadership. The program aims to develop leadership qualities, foster an understanding of organizational culture, and provide practical career preparation. Whether students intend to start their careers immediately or pursue further education, the business management associate degree program offers a seamless pathway to a Bachelor of Science degree. It also emphasizes experiential learning through real-world projects, ensuring that graduates are well prepared and capable of thriving in the constantly changing business environment. Instruction from experienced practitioners well versed in the practical application of business management methodologies will prepare students for success in today’s dynamic business landscape.
Program of Study
The Associate of Science degree in Business Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge required for effective business leadership. The program focuses on developing professional interpersonal communication skills, leadership qualities, strengthening critical thinking skills, understanding and shaping organizational culture, and providing practical career preparation. Whether students aspire to start their careers immediately or pursue further education, the program offers a seamless pathway to a Bachelor of Science degree. It also prioritizes experiential learning through real-world projects, ensuring that graduates are well-informed and adept at thriving in today's ever-evolving business landscape. With opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners, the A.S. in Business Management program serves as a key to success in the dynamic world of business.
Program Competencies
Students completing the program will be able to:
- Demonstrate a strong foundation in essential business management principles and effectively apply them in various contexts, while consistently employing clear and concise communication skills in both oral and written forms to influence and collaborate with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
- Explain the legal, ethical, and social responsibilities of businesses operating in a global context, with a particular focus on ethical practices that business professionals must uphold.
- Use business intelligence tools and techniques to extract insights from financial data and analyze business performance metrics, enabling effective decision-making and improving business operations.
- Apply problem-solving skills, demonstrate attention to detail, and adopt a customer-oriented approach to gather and analyze market information and consumer preferences, contributing to the development of well-informed business strategies.
Curriculum
General Education Requirements 30-31 credits
| CTA 326 | Integrating Excel into Business Problem Solving | 3 |
| ECO 101 | Economics I | 3 |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| ENG 131 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| PHI 100 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| HIS 381 | Contemporary Global Issues | 3 |
| MAT 205 | Introductory Survey of Mathematics | 3 |
| | Natural Science Elective | 3 or 4 credits |
Business Management Core 30 credits
| BBM 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BAC 101 | Accounting I | 3 |
| BAC 102 | Accounting II | 3 |
| BBM 347 | Interpersonal Skills and Professionalism in the Workplace | 3 |
| FIN 305 | Financial Management | 3 |
| BMK 305 | Marketing | 3 |
| HRM 311 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BBA 301 | Intro to Business Analytics | 3 |
| BBM 220 | Foundations of Business Communication | 3 |
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| FYE 101 | First Year Experience Seminar | 3 |
| OR | | |
| | Elective | 3 |