Associate in Applied Science in Business

This 2-year Associate in Applied Science in Business degree is perfect for students who wish to explore a wide array of business topics and learn about the business world's many aspects. Students will learn the basic working knowledge of general business theory and practice, discover how current technology is appropriate to business operations, and gain the ability to communicate effectively in an organization. Eligible students can also complete an internship or Co-op to gain real-world experience and see first-hand how businesses in their area operate.

The Business program at Bay College is designed to build relevant skills to assist students in their professional business careers. There are four business degree options for students to take at Bay College. Your instructors will help you develop skills in management, critical thinking, leadership, technological, communication, and other desirable business skills. The range of skills will allow you to prepare for a wide variety of career options, allowing you to choose a business or management career specific to your interests.

The highly experienced business faculty provide the knowledge and expertise of their subject matter and provide hands-on experiences as they have been employed in these fields. Small classes allow students to receive personalized attention from their instructors. Courses are offered in various formats, including traditional, online, and hybrid formats using Blackboard, a media-rich learning management system.

Students interested in transferring to a four-year institution to obtain a bachelor's degree or higher may find opportunities in the following areas of study:

Accounting

Accounting/Corporate Finance

Accounting/Information Systems

Business Administration

Business Economics

Entrepreneurship

Finance

Finance and Economics

Finance and Risk Management

Human Resource Management

Information Assurance/Cyber Defense

Information Systems

International Business

Management

Operations Management

Ski Area Business Management

Sports Management

Supply Chain Management

Students who graduate from this program are eligible to gain entry-level employment in business-related fields such as:

Sales

Marketing

Management

Bookkeeping

Finance