The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy.
Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning.
Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to read financial statements and write marketing and business plans.
- Conduct a SWOT and feasibility analysis.
- Demonstrate an understanding of business management and business ethics.
- Compose well-researched and critically analyzed papers on Corporate Governance.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply business concepts to a business problem and/or correctly analyze quantitative data.
A.A.S. in Business Administration (A25120)
2026-2027 Catalog
A.A.S. in Business Administration (A25120) Print Version
Program of Study
Fall Semester | |||
| ACA 111 | College Student Success OR | 1 | |
| ACA 122 | Transfer & Career Success | 1 | |
| ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting I | 4 | |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
Spring Semester | |||
| ACC 121 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 4 | |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | |
| **Math Elective | 3/4 | ||
Summer Semester | |||
| BUS 230 | Small Business Management | 3 | |
| **Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | ||
| **Major Elective | 3 | ||
Fall Semester | |||
| BUS 225 | Business Finance | 3 | |
| BUS 260 | Business Communications | 3 | |
| ECO 251 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | |
| **English Elective | 3 | ||
| MKT 123 | Fundamentals of Selling | 3 | |
Spring Semester | |||
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | |
| BUS 285 | Business Management Issues | 3 | |
| ECO 252 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | |
| WBL 110 | World of Work | 1 | |
| Work-Based Learning Experience | 2 | ||
Elective Options | |||
**Math Elective | |||
| Select one from the following: | |||
| MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I | 3 | |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 | |
| MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I | 4 | |
| MAT 171 | Precalculus Algebra | 4 | |
**English/Communication Elective | |||
| Select one from the following: | |||
| COM 110 | Introduction to Communication | 3 | |
| COM 120 | Intro to Interpersonal Communication | 3 | |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | |
| ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disciplines | 3 | |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting | 3 | |
**Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | |||
| Select one from the following: | |||
| ART 111 | Art Appreciation | 3 | |
| ART 113 | Art Methods and Materials | 3 | |
| ENG 131 | Introduction to Literature | 3 | |
| ENG 231 | American Literature I | 3 | |
| ENG 232 | American Literature II | 3 | |
| ENG 241 | British Literature I | 3 | |
| ENG 242 | British Literature II | 3 | |
| HUM 115 | Critical Thinking | 3 | |
| MUS 110 | Music Appreciation | 3 | |
| MUS 111 | Fundamentals of Music | 3 | |
| MUS 112 | Introduction to Jazz | 3 | |
| PHI 210 | History of Philosophy | 3 | |
| PHI 215 | Philosophical Issues | 3 | |
| PHI 240 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | |
| REL 110 | World Religions | 3 | |
**Major Elective | |||
| Select one from the following: | |||
| BUS 151 | People Skills | 3 | |
| BUS 253 | Leadership & Management Skills | 3 | |
| MKT 121 | Retailing | 3 | |
| BUS 261 | Diversity in Mgmt | 3 | |
| BUS 270 | Professional Development | 3 | |
| MKT 221 | Consumer Behavior | 3 | |
**Work-Based Learning Experience | |||
| Select two from the following: | |||
| WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1 | |
| WBL 112 | Work-Based Learning I | 2 | |
| WBL 121 | Work-Based Learning II | 1 | |
| WBL 131 | Work-Based Learning III | 1 | |
- *This course is a component of the general education requirements needed for graduation.
- NOTE: Students are required to take ACA 111 in their first semester.
- NOTE: Work Based Learning courses include WBL 111, 112, 121, 131
Business Administration Diploma (D25120)
Program of Study
Business Administration Diploma (D25120) Print Version
Diploma graduates will have the skills necessary for entry-level management positions.
Fall Semester | |||
| ACA 111 | College Student Success OR | 1 | |
| ACA 122 | Transfer & Career Success | 1 | |
| ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting I | 4 | |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | |
| MKT 123 | Fundamentals of Selling | 3 | |
Spring Semester | |||
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | |
Summer Semester | |||
| BUS 230 | Small Business Management | 3 | |
| ECO 251 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | |
| Major Elective | 3 | ||
Elective Options | |||
**MAJOR ELECTIVE | |||
| Select one (1) course from the following: | |||
| BUS 151 | People Skills | 3 | |
| BUS 253 | Leadership & Management Skills | 3 | |
| MKT 121 | Retailing | 3 | |
| BUS 261 | Diversity in Management | 3 | |
| BUS 270 | Professional Development | 3 | |
| MKT 221 | Consumer Behavior | 3 | |
Business Administration Transfer Certificate (C25120G)
Program of Study
This certificate prepares individuals for both the business world and would jump-start their track to a business degree from another college or university.
| ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ECO 251 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
Business Analytics Certificate (C25120C)
This certificate provides instruction on solving business problems by using data analysis and other quantitative methods.
Program of Study
| ACC 121 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 225 | Business Finance | 3 |
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| ECO 251 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
Business Leadership Certificate (C25120D)
This certificate prepares individuals for leadership and managerial roles in business and industry.
Program of Study
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management OR | 3 |
| BUS 151 | People Skills | 3 |
| BUS 253 | Leadership & Management Skills | 3 |
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| BUS 260 | Business Communication | 3 |
Business Marketing Certificate (C25120F)
This certificate prepares individuals for careers in marketing. It is designed to introduce individuals to the core aspects of the marketing and digital world.
Program of Study
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MKT 123 | Fundamentals of Selling | 3 |
| Pick one (1) of the following: | ||
| MKT 121 | Retailing | 3 |
| MKT 221 | Consumer Behavior | 3 |
Core Business Certificate (C25120E)
This certificate provides individuals with core business knowledge in management, economics, marketing, and accounting.
Program of Study
| ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ECO 252 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
Management Certificate (C25120A)
This certificate prepares aspiring managers for leadership roles in business and industry.
Program of Study
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 230 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| BUS 253 | Leadership and Mgmt. Skills | 3 |
Entrepreneurship Certificate (C25120J)
This certificate provides individuals with the framework to assess new business opportunities and transform concepts into viable ventures.
Program of Study
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 230 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| ECO 251 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
Earn College Credit in High School
A CCP pathway for high school juniors and seniors is available for this program. Visit the Career and College Promise page for more information.
The Career and College Promise (CCP) Program provides opportunities for eligible high school students to start college early, where courses can count for dual credit (credit in the high school and college at the same time), all TUITION-FREE! CCP students accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that provide entry-level job skills and/or lead to college transfer credit.
Program Coordinator - Business Administration
Faculty Schedule: N. A. Woherem
Phone: (252) 246-1305
Email: nwoherem@wilsoncc.edu
