Associate of Arts in General Business
Oakland, 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
About : The Associate of Arts in General Business provides a foundational understanding of business principles and practices. Students will explore key topics such as accounting, management, marketing, and economics. The program is designed to equip learners with essential skills to succeed in various business environments. The duration of the program is typically two years and is ideal for those looking to enter the workforce or pursue further education in business.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles as administrative assistants, sales associates, customer service representatives, or positions in retail and management. This degree also serves as a stepping stone for further education, leading to bachelor's degrees in business-related fields.
To qualify for the Associate of Arts in General Business degree, students must satisfactorily complete the Degree Major requirements specified below and the local AA/AS General Education requirements.
Note: Students should see a counselor at least once each semester to plan for their educational goal(s).
Students who complete the degree will be able to:
- Analyze how functions within a business (marketing, management, operations, human relations, accounting, finance, and business law) interact to achieve organizational goals.
- Employ appropriate management, finance, accounting, and marketing techniques required to operate a business.
Degree Major Requirements:
- BUS 1A Financial Accounting 4
- BUS 2 Introduction to Business Law 3
- BUS 5 Human Relations in Business 3
- BUS 10 Introduction to Business 3
- BUS 70 Introduction to Marketing 3
- ECON 1 Principles of Economics (Macro-Economics) 3
Total Required Units for Major Degree Major: 19
Recommended:
- BUS 1B, Managerial Accounting (4)
- BUS 20, General Accounting (3)
- BUS 54, Small Business Management (3)
- BUS 74, Introduction to Advertising (3)