Business Administration AAS
Business Administration AAS
West Burlington Campus, Online, and select courses available at the Keokuk Campus
Program Information
The Business Administration program is made for students who wish to specialize in business, legal office, entrepreneurial, or sport management careers. Each emphasis is supported by coursework that offers skills and hands-on training in the chosen field. Topics include leadership, teamwork, communication, accounting practices, social media, event management, and developing your professional image.
The Business Office Management emphasis provides a strong foundation of business-focused skills. This program prepares students to be the doers, thinkers, organizers, and managers of businesses everywhere. Students complete an internship in which they experience on-site business skills and culture while building a network of professionals to start their business careers.
The Legal Office Management emphasis provides a strong foundation of legal experiences through specific coursework. This program prepares students to be leaders in the legal office by assisting attorneys and participating in case preparation. Students complete an internship in which they experience on-site legal skills and the exciting culture of the law environment.
The Sport Management emphasis of the Business Administration Associate of Applied Science degree will provide students with the training necessary for one of many careers in the rapidly growing sport and recreation industry. This program will prepare students to work with professional teams, marketing firms, finances, colleges and universities, community recreation departments, health clubs and fitness centers. Students will complete an internship where students will experience the sport industry firsthand through engaging with these work-based learning opportunities. Students will be placed with local, regional, or national organizations within the sport industry and gain real world experience to apply to their future careers.
The Entrepreneurship emphasis of the Business Administration AAS includes courses that will expose students to the foundations of entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurship is the engine that drives the US economy, and every business was started by an entrepreneur. Whether your goal is to start a restaurant, accounting firm, or the next big on line social media blockbuster, this program is for you. Learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur, how to finance your startup, develop your business plan and increase your chances for success.
The Office Support certificate provides an entry-level skill set related to the functions of an office setting. Students will learn keyboarding skills and business procedures that are critical to a career in business. Students will job shadow in various business settings to gain exposure to the real opportunities available.
The Office Technology certificate provides exposure to commonly used office devices, methods, and software programs. Students will get hands-on training using simulated projects in the classroom or online.
LEGAL OFFICE SUPPORT CERTIFICATE
The Legal Office Support certificate is a way to showcase your ability to work in the legal environment. Earn this certificate to enhance your current office skills or add it to your Business Office Management degree to expand your opportunities.
The Office Assistant diploma includes the basics of business and office work. After completing this diploma, students can continue directly into the Business Office Management or Legal Office Management degree program.
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE
This certificate includes a series of courses designed to grow skills in management and leadership. Students learn to cooperate with teams and lead projects as well as learn what it takes to manage people and procedures in a small business.
SELLING STRATEGIES CERTIFICATE
This certificate includes coursework to help students gain confidence in sales and marketing. Ethics are emphasized throughout.
SMALL BUSINESS STARTUP CERTIFICATE
This certificate provides students with a starting point for starting a small business. Marketing, online business, and statistics about small-business success are covered.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence
| Fall Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CSC-110 | ||
| Take SDV-133 as 1 Credit | ||
| SDV-133 | ||
| Take 1 of 2 courses | ||
| ADM-162 | ||
| BUS-102 | ||
| Take 1 of 2 courses | ||
| ENG-131 | ||
| ENG-105 | ||
| Take 1 of 4 courses | ||
| MAT-712 | ||
| MAT-110 | ||
| MAT-120 | ||
| MAT-156 | ||
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ADM-103 | ||
| SPT-101 | ||
| BUS-130 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 12 - 13 | |
| Spring Semester I | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| HUM-287 | ||
| Take 1 of 4 courses | ||
| ADM-117 | ||
| MGT-101 | ||
| MKT-150 | ||
| BUS-124 | ||
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ADM-181 | ||
| SPT-109 | ||
| MGT-110 | ||
| Option 1 Take ADM-172 AND LGL-113 Option 2 Take SPT-107 OR BUS-180 | ||
| ADM-172 | ||
| LGL-113 | ||
| SPT-107 | ||
| BUS-180 | ||
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ACC-102 | ||
| MKT-110 | ||
| MGT-170 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 12 | |
| Fall Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| SOC-114 | ||
| ADM-188 | ||
| SMM-108 | ||
| Take 1 of 2 Courses | ||
| SPC-101 | ||
| SPC-112 | ||
| Option 1: Take ADM-120 and BUS-119 Option 2: Take LGL-122 or ACC-142 and ECN-130 | ||
| ADM-120 | ||
| BUS-119 | ||
| LGL-122 | ||
| ACC-142 | ||
| ECN-130 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 7 - 9 | |
| Spring Semester II | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ADM-180 | ||
| ACC-146 | ||
| BUS-185 | ||
| Take BUS-290 and BUS-932 or MGT-170 | ||
| BUS-290 | ||
| BUS-932 | ||
| MGT-170 | ||
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ADM-230 | ||
| ECN-120 | ||
| MKT-140 | ||
| Take 1 of these courses | ||
| BCA-152 | ||
| LGL-175 | ||
| SPT-102 | ||
| BUS-150 | ||
| Take 1 of 3 courses | ||
| ADM-297 | ||
| SPT-108 | ||
| BUS-141 | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 13 - 16 | |