Associates of Arts in General Business
Berkeley, USA
Associate of Arts
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 13,410
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Berkeley City College’s General Business Associate in Arts Degree allows students to develop problem-solving skills that help them compete for jobs in today’s business world. The degree is applicable to work in small or large organizations, and in the public or private sectors.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate ability to acknowledge and act with sensitivity toward the diverse customs, beliefs, and lifestyles that exist within the college and the business environment.
- Analyze a business situation, apply legal and ethical principles in business decision-making, and recommend a solution or plan for improvement.
- Obtain information related to the profession using traditional and electronic sources, and synthesize the information into a written or oral business report.
- Use efficient and effective oral and written communication skills.
Recommended Course Sequence
You can use the following pattern to complete an Associate in Arts degree or a Certificate of Achievement in General Business. This is only one possible pattern. If you wish to earn an associate degree or certificate, you must participate in the Student Success Program (Matriculation), which includes assessing academic skills and developing a Student Education Plan (SEP) with a Counselor. This plan will map your sequence of courses to help you complete your degree regardless of the semester you begin classes.
1st Semester/Fall
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to Computer Information Systems
- Human Relations in Business
- General Education and Elective Courses
Total 15
2nd Semester/Spring
- Introduction to Business Law
- Principles of Finance and Investments
- Principles of Economics (MicroEconomics)
- General Education and Elective Courses
Total 15
3rd Semester/Fall
- Business Communications
- General Accounting
- Small Business
- Introduction to Marketing
- General Education and Elective Courses
Total 15
4th Semester/Spring
- Human Resources Management
- General Education and Elective Courses
Total 15
A wide variety of occupational choices, including Customer Services Manager, Human Resources Assistant, Marketing Assistant, Office Manager, and Retail Supervisor.
This program also provides a solid foundation for a small business proprietor or entrepreneur.