Business Administration - A.S. Degree
Establish a Strong Foundation for a Career in Business
The Business Administration program at ACC can help you start or advance your career in the business field. By enrolling in our degree program, you will develop skills required to plan, organize, make effective decisions, communicate and lead complex organizations. If you are already working in the business field, but lack the education to advance your career, obtaining your associates degree at ACC can help you get to the next level.
Career Opportunities
Two of the greatest benefits of a career in business administration are the flexibility and choice of industries that offer employment. Business Administration graduates have the opportunity to work in fields such as Human Resources, Marketing, Pre-law, Small Business, International Management, Sales, Accounting, Banking Finance, Management and Import/Export. Job opportunities in this field are abundant, especially in the Houston area, a key center for computer technology, import/export, manufacturing, heavy industry, and all types of commerce. Common job titles for Business Administration graduates include:
- Account Manager
- Executive Assistant
- Human Resources Manager
- Business Office Manager
- Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Earnings of managers of office and administrative support vary greatly depending on the employer, the specialty, and the geographic area. According to Payscale, the average yearly salary for Business Administrators with an associate’s degree is $52,000. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment growth of 10 percent through 2026, faster than average for all occupations.
For more information on career opportunities in Business Administration, please visit Career Coach where you can explore the local job market, take a career assessment, and build a resumé.
What Will I Study?
ACC’s Business Administration degree program is designed to meet the needs of students who major in Business and transfer to a four-year college/university. It was approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board with the intention that transferring students shall not be required to repeat courses transferred as part of the field of study curriculum.
By enrolling in this degree program, you will take courses in a wide variety of topics such as:
- Business Principles
- Business Computer Applications
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Principles of Macro and Micro Economics
- and more!
Curriculum Guide – Business Administration, A.S.
First year
First Semester
- BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications 3 Course Credits
- BUSI 1301 - Business Principles 3 Course Credits Δ
- ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 Course Credits +
- MATH 1324 - Math for Business & Social Sciences 3 Course Credits Δ +
- PSYC 1300 - Learning Framework 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 15
Second Semester
- BUSI 2305 - Business Statistics 3 Course Credits
- ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Course Credits Δ +
- ENGL 1302 - Composition II 3 Course Credits +
- HIST 1301 - United States History I 3 Course Credits +
- SPCH 1321 - Business & Professional Communication 3 Course Credits +
or
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 15
Third Semester
- HIST 1302 - United States History II 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 3
Second Year
First Semester
- ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Course Credits Δ
- Creative Arts 3 Course Credits +
- ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 Course Credits Δ +
- GOVT 2305 - Federal Government 3 Course Credits +
- Life and Physical Sciences 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 15
Second Semester
- ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 Course Credits Δ
- GOVT 2306 - Texas Government 3 Course Credits +
- Language, Philosophy and Culture 3 Course Credits +
- Life and Physical Sciences 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 12
Total Minimum Credits Required for Business Administration Degree: 60
+ Denotes core requirement. Speak with Department Chair or Pathways Advisor for proper course selection.
Δ Denotes Field of Study Curriculum
*How Much Will the Program Cost?
Approximate costs for the A.S. Degree program are $4,200 for in-district students and $6,900 for those out-of-district. This includes tuition and fees. Additional fees for books and supplies may vary.
For more information on education costs, payment options, payment plans, deadlines and more, visit our Tuition and Fees section.
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit our Financial Aid section.
*Alvin Community College may change tuition rates and other fees without notice or when so directed by the Board of Regents.
COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS
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