Skagit Valley College

Business Management, AAS

The Business Management (BUS) program is designed to develop the professional and business skills necessary to succeed in today’s competitive, demanding, and changing business environment. The Business Management program includes instruction in business and management, leadership, professional selling, business law, economics, entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources, accounting, and computer systems and applications.

Students may choose to earn a two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree, AAS in Business Management, or a four-quarter certificate in Entrepreneurship Certificate. Throughout the Business Management program, students are given projects to complete that provide practical experience. These skills are designed for entry-level positions in various businesses and industries and may lead to supervisory or management positions combined with business experience. In this environment, a student can gain confidence, and a sense of professionalism, and develop the tools to become a team player and leader. Students may also choose to take classes for career advancement goals or to enhance current skills. The Business Management program offers an online learning option.

Degree Intent and Transfer Options

Upon completion, Workforce degrees and/or certificates are intended to give students the skills needed to move directly into employment. While these degrees are not intended to transfer to a university, students will be eligible to apply for admission to Skagit Valley College’s Bachelor of Applied Science - Management (BASM) degree or SVC’s Environmental Conservation, BAS (BAS-EC) and, in some cases, could transfer to other schools. If you are interested in continuing your education by entering a bachelor’s degree program, please work closely with your Academic Advisor and Department Chair.