Overview
A degree in Business is designed for students planning to enter the
workforce in corporate, private and non-profit settings. Our degree and
certificate options are designed to accommodate students entering the
workforce at different levels, or transferring into 4 year business degree
programs at Arizona's public universities.
Employment may be found in organizational leadership, sales and general
management positions.
Program Degree Options
We offer 3 degree options for students interested in business.
- Associate in Business (ABus - University Transfer Degree)
- Associate of Applied Science in General Business (ABus-GR)
- Certificate of Completion in General Business
Choosing a Program
The Associate in Business (ABus) is designed for students planning to
transfer into business degree programs at Arizona's public universities.
The Associate of Applied Science in General Business (ABus-GR) is a
degree for students interested in learning business skills to start their
own business or to move up in a current job. This pathway also allows
students to complete lower-division courses toward earning a Bachelor's
degree at 4 year colleges and universities.
A Certificate in General Business may be ideal for someone looking to
learn the basics in business in approximately 1 year.
Please Note: This program is designed for Arizona's
public universities and other 4 year institutions nationwide. Additional
admission requirements may apply. You can learn more about our
articulation transfer policies and partners.
Many business majors follow the (ABus-GR) pathway.
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in general
business program delivers a broad overview of business. The program is
designed to:
- Acquaint students with major subject areas of business.
- Provide students with an understanding of influencing factors in
business decision making and activities.
Please Note: This curriculum is NOT designed to meet the
needs of students who wish to transfer to a 4 year institution. A
Certificate of Completion (CCL) is also available.
Related Degree and Program Options
If you are interested in degree and programs in business, you may also be
interested in:
Employment Outlook
Top executive and general management positions are expected to increase
by 10% or more over the next 10 years, with managers earning a reported
hourly range of $17.31-$59.86, for an annual salary range of $36,000 to
$124,520.
