ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE IN BUSINESS
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers
three areas of emphasis: accounting, business administration,
and computer information management. This two-year
degree provides necessary business and interpersonal
skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership,
listening, team membership, and communication skills.
During the final semester, students will experience practical
on-the-job training to practice, reinforce, and review program
competencies. All required courses of the program must be
completed, including a minimum of 12 semester hours of
general education courses.

Program Objectives

• Perform tasks related to entry level employment in a
  business setting.
• Demonstrate an understanding of personal and work
  characteristics that contribute to effective job
  performance.
• Use effective communication skills appropriate to the
  business field.
• Apply the theory of technical specialization to entry
  level employment in a business setting.
• Use mathematical data and reasoning skills in relation
  to entry level employment in a business setting.

Employment Opportunities
The Associate of Applied Science Degree is intended for
students seeking employment immediately following graduation.
Opportunities exist in retailing, management, accounting,
marketing, sales, and computer information management.
Anyone considering self-employment would also
benefit from the coursework required for the AAS Degree in
Business.

Electives
Course work in business, foreign language, economics,
real estate, psychology, sociology, government, composition,
statistics, information technology, and cultural diversity would
complement the business program. Please see the list of
electives at the end of this section.
Note: Students planning to continue their education toward
a bachelor's degree at a transfer institution should enroll in
the Academic Transfer Program.