Associate in Applied Science degrees provide two years of instruction to develop knowledge and skills leading to employment of career advancement in specialized fields. These degrees are not intended as transfer programs.
AWARD: Associate in Applied Science
LENGTH:
4 Semesters
PURPOSE:
This program provides knowledge and skills leading to immediate employment in the area of management upon completion of the degree. People who are seeking their first employment or wish to qualify for promotion in a present position to another field may benefit from this program.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
Graduates of this program may qualify for positions in general management, manufacturing or industrial management, customer service, sales management or retail management.
POTENTIAL CERTIFICATION:
: A student may elect to take an industry-specific certification exam. Examinations generally require a testing fee paid by the student. After completion of this program, a student will be academically prepared to take the following exams:
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the college. Students with deficiencies in English or mathematics will complete appropriate developmental studies courses. Students with deficiencies in computer skills will complete additional coursework.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS:
Students must successfully complete all of the requirements listed below to receive the Award.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (20 CREDITS):
ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
[or ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics (3)]
ENG 111 College Composition (3)
ENG 112 College Composition II (3)
MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics (3)
[or MTH 151 Mathematics for the Liberal Arts I (3)]
Science Elective [BIO, CHM, ENV, GOL, NAS, PHY] (3)
CST 110 Introduction to Communication (3)
[or SPD 110 Introduction to Speech Communication (3)]
Wellness (2)--Health, P.E. or recreation courses which
promote physical and emotional well being.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (49 CREDITS):
ACC 211 Principles of Accounting I (3)
BUS 100 Introduction to Business (3)
BUS 125 Applied Business Mathematics (3)
BUS 165 Small Business Management (3)
BUS 200 Principles of Management (3)
BUS 205 Human Resource Management (3)
BUS 241 Business Law I (3)
BUS 280 Introduction to International Business (3)
BUS 290 Coordinated Internship (3)
[or BUS 297 Cooperative Education (3)]
BUS 299 Supervised Study in Business Management (1)
FIN 215 Financial Management (3)
ITE 115 Intro. to Computer Applications and Concepts (4)
ITE 130 Introduction to Interenet Services (3)
ITE 140 Spreadsheet Software (3)
MKT 100 Principles of Marketing (3)
MKT 260 Customer Service Management (3)
SDV 101 Orientation to Business Technology (1)
SDV 108 College Survival Skills (1)
Minimum required for degree: 69 Credits
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester:
BUS 100 Introduction to Business (3)
ENG 111 College Composition I (3)
ITE 115 Intro. to Computer Applications and Concepts (4)
MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics (3)
SDV 101 Orientation to Business Technology (1)
SDV 108 College Survival Skills (1)
CST 110 Introduction to Communication (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18
Spring Semester:
BUS 125 Applied Business Mathematics (3)
BUS 200 Principles of Management (3)
ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics [or ECO 202] (3)ENG 112');">
ENG 112 College Compositon II (3)
ITE 130 Introduction to Internet Services (3)
ITE 140 Spreadsheet Software (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester:
ACC 211 Principles of Accounting I (3)
BUS 205 Human Resource Management (3)
BUS 241 Business Law I (3)
BUS 280 Introduction to International Business (3)
MKT 100 Principles of Marketing (3)
Wellness Elective (2)
Total Credit Hours: 17
Spring Semester:
BUS 165 Small Business Management (3)
BUS 290 Coordinated Internship [or BUS 297] (3)
BUS 299 Supervised Study in Business Management (1)
FIN 215 Financial Management (3)
MKT 260 Customer Service Management (3)
Science Elective (3)
Total Credit Hours: 16
Total Semester Hours: 69
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