Business (Applied), Associate of Science Degree
Financial Aid Eligible
This Pace+ Business (Applied) Associate of Science degree program leverages the existing business knowledge, skills, and abilities each student brings into the program as it prepares students to progress in their careers and educational paths. The pre-planned pathway of coursework and competencies builds on prior learning, ensuring students are best prepared to succeed as they move through the program. For students with work experience, this program will provide them with the knowledge and skills to move up the career ladder to a professional role or to progress further along a professional career path in a variety of roles.
Courses required for this degree build upon and upgrade skills in business functions, communication, business law, planning and organizing, and business communication. Coursework in this degree further emphasizes communication and technical skills, including commonly used workplace tools and applications. Coursework emphasizes embracing diversity within organizations and creating inclusive organizational cultures. Potential careers include Administrative Services Managers, Facilities Managers, General and Operations Managers, and Human Resources Assistants.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today’s multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly changing global environment.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and data-driven approach.
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems using appropriate business terms and strategies.
- Formulate strategies that embrace diversity within organizations and create inclusive organizational cultures.
The required courses for this degree are designed to meet local associate degree graduation and general education requirements. This Pace+ program requires additional application and registration requirements. Please visit a Coastline counselor for further information.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| BUS C100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS C101 | Introduction to Project Management | 3 |
| BUS C110 | Business Law/Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUS C120 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| BUS C139 | Business Communication | 3 |
| BUS C281 | Work Experience Education | 1 |
| CIS C105 | Introduction to Business Office Technology | 3 |
| CIS C205 | Principles of Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS C280 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| CMST C100 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| CMST C140 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| CMST C150 | Intercultural Communication * | 3 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| ETHS C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| GEOL C162 | Applied Environmental Geology | 3 |
| KIN C101 | Personal Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| MATH C101 | Applied Mathematics | 3 |
| MGMT C115 | Human Relations in Business | 3 |
| MGMT C144 | Introduction to Leadership | 3 |
| PHIL C140 | Business and Organizational Ethics | 3 |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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Meets the Global Society graduation requirement