Business Administration, BAS - Academic Plan
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Business Administration at ACC offers a practical and comprehensive education tailored for today's competitive business landscape. This program blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills, preparing students for diverse roles in the business world. Core coursework covers essential areas such as finance, marketing, management, and accounting, providing a solid foundation in business principles.
The BAS in Business Administration program at ACC accommodates working professionals and non-traditional students by offering flexible online classes to balance your education with work and personal commitments. Associate degree graduates enter the program as juniors, while students just beginning their college coursework can dually enroll in the BAS while completing their associate degree. With a focus on applied learning, students engage in real-world projects, case studies, and internships. The curriculum emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, essential for success in any business environment.
Graduates of this program are equipped to pursue various career paths, including roles in management, entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources, and more. Whether aspiring to climb the corporate ladder or launch their own venture, graduates emerge prepared to tackle the challenges of the modern business world with confidence and competence.
Prerequisite of an Associate Degree (60 Credits)
Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time)
ENG 1031 - Technical Writing I: GT-CO1 3 Credits OR
ENG 1021 - English Composition I: GT-CO1 3 Credits OR
ENG 1022 - English Composition II: GT-CO2 3 Credits OR
- One Guaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Science course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2, GT-SS3) - 3 credits
- One Guaranteed Transfer Arts & Humanities or History course (GT-AH1, GT-AH2, GT-AH3, GT-AH4, or GT-HI1)
ACC 1012 - Introduction to Managerial Accounting 3 Credits OR
BUS 2026 - Business Statistics 3 Credits OR
A higher-level MAT course
COM 2300 - Intercultural Communication: GT-SS3 3 Credits OR
COM 2220 - Group Communication:GT-SS3 3 Credits OR
COM 2250 - Organizational Communication 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time)
ENG 1021 - English Composition I: GT-CO1 3 Credits OR
ENG 1022 - English Composition II: GT-CO2 3 Credits OR
ENG 1031 - Technical Writing I: GT-CO1 3 Credits OR
ACC 1012 - Introduction to Managerial Accounting 3 Credits OR
ACC 2026 - Cost Accounting 3 Credits
- One Guaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Science course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2, or GT-SS3) 3 Credits
BUS 2026 - Business Statistics 3 Credits OR
A higher-level MAT course
- One Guaranteed Transfer Arts & Humanities or History course (GT-AH1, GT-AH2, GT-AH3, GT-AH4, or GT-HI1) 3 Credits
COM 2220 - Group Communication:GT-SS3 3 Credits OR
COM 2250 - Organizational Communication 3 Credits OR
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits
- 3000 level or higher course: choose from the following prefixes: BUS, MAN, MAR, ESA, CNG, CIS, CSC - 3 Credits