Piedmont Virginia Community College
Associate of Science Degree - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Charlottesville, USA

DEGREE TYPE

Associate of Applied Science

DURATION

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PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration offers foundational knowledge and skills in business concepts. This program prepares students for entry-level positions in various business fields. Students will explore core subjects, including finance, marketing, and management over the length of the program.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue positions as office managers, marketing assistants, or financial clerks. The skills gained in this program also pave the way for continued education in a bachelor's degree program in business or related fields.

The degree program includes liberal arts courses to meet the needs of businesses that desire employees who are educated in business and have a global perspective. Therefore, this curriculum requires liberal arts courses in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences in addition to business courses in economics and accounting. The program is comparable in length and course content to the first two years of baccalaureate business administration curricula. Students who earn an AS degree will be prepared for transfer to four-year colleges or universities. Students should become familiar with the requirements of the major department at the contemplated transfer institutions. When students choose courses, they should base their choice on the requirements of the transfer institutions. The responsibility for proper course selection rests with the student. Students who complete the program and fulfil all other graduation requirements will be awarded a science degree in business administration.

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