Academic Catalog

Business Administration - Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management, Associate of Applied Science (205E)

About Our Program

This program provides foundational and technical skill courses for the student interested in a wide variety of business-related fields, focusing specifically on skills needed to develop, grow and manage small businesses. Courses cover essential skills, including sales and marketing techniques, labor and inventory controls, basic laws pertaining to both employees and customers, and personal management styles.

Nature of Work and Employment

The business/services related area is predicted to be one of the areas of employment in high demand well into the future. As companies try to do more with fewer personnel, the student who is well versed in a variety of business areas will be well suited for the rapidly changing job market.

Business Administration – Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management graduates find employment in an assortment of business settings, and in a wide range of industries. They will typically serve in entry-level positions, or advance in their current position, and may be assigned to a wide variety of departments or program areas. Students will learn the essential skills needed to identify business opportunities, and to establish and operate both new ventures and existing small businesses. In doing so, students will learn the skills and knowledge necessary to be a more valuable and motivated employee, manager, and owner.

Special Considerations

Most of the courses within this program are intended to and do transfer, but the degree does not contain all of the general education and core courses needed for transfer to a four-year college or university. Students who are interested in transferring to a four-year baccalaureate university should refer to the Business Administration Associate of Arts (204). Students should contact an academic advisor for specific information.