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Business Administration - General Option, AAS


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A 25 12 0 A1

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 50361

The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy.

Course work includes business concepts in accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning.

Classroom activities that develop team-building skills will prepare graduates to function as contributing members of management teams. Graduates may find employment in large and small businesses, not-for-profit service organizations, government agencies, and financial institutions.

Students will be required to use technology (computer, internet, etc.) in all courses in this program.

Most courses required under this program are offered in a variety of formats:

  • Traditional (face to face, in a classroom setting)
  • On-line (no traditional class time - lecture/labs on-line)
  • Hybrid (part face-to-face classroom, part on-line)

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Business Administration program, the graduate should be able to:

  • Implement strategies based on consumer needs, market changes and best practices in business
  • Cultivate a collaborative work environment
  • Combine word processing, spreadsheet, database, and business software skills in the completion of business projects
  • Use critical thinking skills to solve business problems
  • Operate within the ethical, legal, and regulatory parameters of the industry
  • Demonstrate customer focus in the execution of business processes
  • Evaluate financial information to make business decisions
  • Implement business strategies based on customer needs, the competitive environment, resources available, and operational constraints

This degree can be completed in a traditional or completely online format. For more information about eDegree programs, please visit the eDegree website. http://edegree.gtcc.edu

Total Credits: 15


Spring Semester I


Total Credits: 16


Summer Semester I


  • Communication Elective Credits:  3 3
  • Math Elective Credits:  3-4 4

Total Credits: 6-7


Fall Semester II


Total Credits: 15


Spring Semester II


Total Credits: 13


Total credit hours required for degree: 65-66


Electives


2. Required Business Electives


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4. Math Electives


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