Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration
Learn the best practices of business administration
The mission of the AAS Degree in Business Administration is to help prepare student in the fundamentals, principles, techniques and skills essential to the theory and effective practice of business. If you’re looking for a business school request more information about our Business Administration associate degree program.
Business Administration Program Requirements and Online Options
Students of our business administration associate degree program can complete the program through classroom instruction at our locations in Virginia, through online instruction, or a combination of both.
| Credits Required | Number of Classes |
|---|
| Core Component |
49.5 |
11 |
| Electives |
18 |
4 |
| Arts and Sciences |
22.5 |
5 |
| Total Required for Graduation |
90 |
20 |
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Core Requirements
Introduction to Business
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course provides a background on business and management. Students will discuss human relations, organizational structure, communications, and technology in business, and strategic planning. Prerequisite: None.
BUS100
Introduction to Business
4.5
Principles of Accounting I
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course is an introduction to the basics of accounting procedures. Topics include, accounting techniques and cycles, billings, balance sheets, and financial statements. Prerequisite: None.
BUS112
Principles of Accounting I
4.5
Sales and Marketing
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course introduces the student to effective methods for marketing products and services. Direct mail, print time and other advertising techniques are discussed. Problem solving relative to customer relations is addressed. Consumer profiled, organizational personalities, and demographics are presented as components of market research and analysis. Prerequisite: None.
BUS120
Sales and Marketing
4.5
Principles of Accounting II
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course expands the student’s knowledge of preparing balance sheets and financial statements. Students prepare general ledger entries, prepare payroll, and discuss budget control. Prerequisite: BUS112 or equivalent.
BUS122
Principles of Accounting II
4.5
Principles of Management
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course presents management theory and the functions of planning, organizing, directing, staffing and controlling. This course also focuses on the application of management principles to realistic work related situations. Prerequisite: None.
BUS135
Principles of Management
4.5
Business Law: Business, Government & Soc
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course is an introduction to law and ethics and outlines the ethical responsibilities managers face when conducting business. This course includes vulnerability to lawsuits and litigation. American and international perspective and interpretations of laws and ethical standards are discussed. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS200
Business Law: Business, Government & Soc
4.5
Human Resource Management
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This introductory course concentrates on human resource management issues confronting organizations. These issues include organizational practices and legal aspects of recruitment, selection, training, orientation, and performance appraisals. Labor relations are discussed. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS210
Human Resource Management
4.5
Business Communications
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course prepares the student for communication in the workplace. The student prepares memorandums, letters, proposals, presentations, newsletters, and flyers. Discussions focus on information exchange in and outside of the organization. Student’s presentations are be critiqued on the message intended and message received. Prerequisite: None.
BUS220
Business Communications
4.5
Operations Management
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course addresses the management of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. Diverse activities such as production process, raw materials purchase, scheduling, and quality control are discussed. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS235
Operations Management
4.5
International Business
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course discusses how the global economic, political, and cultural environment affects domestic and international businesses, international operations and dependency, and public policy decisions. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS240
International Business
4.5
Principles of Economics
Credits:: 4.5
Prerequisites:
This course examines supply and demand, market demand and elasticity, cost theory, market structures, pricing theory, and consumer behavior. Regulation, antitrust policy, and income distribution are also discussed. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or equivalent.
BUS250
Principles of Economics
4.5
Elective Requirements
Students are required to complete 18 elective quarter credits. In conjunction with an academic advisor, students will choose appropriate additional business or related computer or business administration courses to fulfill the elective requirements. Other elective options may be available with approval from the Program Dean.
Arts and Sciences Requirements
See the Arts and Sciences Elective Pool Requirements