Business Administration
Program advisor: Kim Simons and Debbie Wright
Program Description
The Business Administration program prepares students for a variety of business careers. A core curriculum provides a foundation of knowledge applicable to any business career. Students select an area of specialty from one of three options:
- Accounting
- Management
- Office Systems
Available Credentials
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
| Option | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 62-67 | Download (RTF) |
| Management | 64-70 | Download (RTF) |
| Office Systems | 65-70 | Download (RTF) |
Certificate
| Area | Hours to Complete | Curriculum Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Business Transfer | 15 | Download (RTF) |
| Real Estate Pre-Licensing | 6 | Download (RTF) |
Employment Opportunities
The curriculum is designed for those who seek entry-level jobs as well as for currently employed individuals wishing to enhance their skills.
- The Accounting Option leads to careers in accounting including bookkeeper, accounting clerk, cost payroll clerk, and positions using microcomputer-based systems.
- The Management Option prepares the student with broad-based management knowledge and skills which lead to a variety of positions in organizations.
- The Office Systems Option prepares the student with a broad base of knowledge and skills needed for a variety of positions in an office.
Admission Requirements:
The following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions for admission to this program:
- Application for admission
(154 K) - High School transcript or GED
- ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET scores
- Transcripts of all previous college work
- Age verification (must be 16 years of age)
Length of Program
Your degree will be an Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration with an emphasis option. You will take a core set of classes before branching out into your specialty area. The program requires 62-70 credit hours, and a student enrolled full-time for four semesters can typically complete the requirements for graduation.
Classes Needed
Core Requirements:
- BA 160 Introduction to Business
- BA 250 Business Employability Seminar
- BA 267 Introduction to Business Law
- BA 282 Principles of Marketing
- BA 283 Principles of Management
- ACC 201 Financial Accounting I
- ACC 202 Managerial Uses of Accounting Information
- CIS 100 Introduction to Computers
- CIS 130 Microcomputer Applications and Development
- ENG 101 Writing I
- ENG 102 Writing II
- QMS 101 Quality Management Principles
- Oral Communications Course
- Economics Course
- Mathematics Course
- Heritage / Humanities Course
- Science Course
Option Requirement: 15 - 18 additional hours in Accounting, Management or Office Systems courses. See your advisor for specifics.
This curriculum guide is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. Students should always choose classes in cooperation with the academic advisor to ensure that all degree requirements are being met.