Business Management

The Business Management degree program is designed for individuals seeking to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree while preparing to enter the workforce. The curriculum encompasses essential areas of study that equip students with the necessary skills for various business roles. Additionally, the incorporation of Open Educational Resources (OER) in many courses helps to lower the financial barrier associated with educational materials.

Program Overview

The Business Management degree is for those who wish to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree and enter the workforce upon completion. This program is structured to provide students with the foundational knowledge and skills required to excel in business environments.

The program provides a broad course of study in Management, Marketing, Accounting, Advertising, Personal Selling, Entrepreneurship, and Finance. This comprehensive curriculum ensures that graduates are well-rounded in various critical aspects of business operations.

Degree Information

The business program provides students with a wide variety of concepts, skills, and techniques useful for navigating in the business world. Jefferson College offers both an Associate of Arts (transfer) Degree and an Associate of Applied Science Degree in business, along with a Certificate in Business Management.

Associate of Applied Science

Business Management Certificate

Academic Plan

The Academic Plan is a semester-by-semester plan for the full-time student. Part-time students should work with an advisor to customize the map to fit individual needs.

2Business Management AAS Degree Academic Plan

Business Management Certificate Academic Plan

Course Guides

Jefferson College Institutional Course Guides (ICGs) are found in the Simple Syllabus - Syllabus Library AND/OR within your Canvas class page via the Simple Syllabus link in the Course Navigation Menu.

View the Business Management ICGs.

Career Opportunities

The careers available to business management graduates are diverse, encompassing roles such as Advertising and Promotions Manager, Financial Manager, and Sales Manager. Furthermore, these professionals may also step into positions like Management Consultant and Human Resources Specialist, which require strong leadership and strategic skills. The combination of business knowledge and management expertise creates a solid foundation for success across various domains.

Business management professionals tend to have promising employment prospects. There is an expected increase in job openings due to faster-than-average growth in business and financial occupations over the coming years. Specifically, around 911,400 annual openings are anticipated from 2022 to 2032, indicating a robust demand for skilled individuals in this field.