Management (Applied), Associate of Science Degree
Banner Code: 3_AS_MNCBE
Control Number: 44204
Financial Aid Eligible
This Management (Applied) Associate of Science degree program leverages the existing knowledge, skills, and abilities each student brings into the program. The pre-planned path through the coursework and competencies scaffolds learning so that students are best prepared to succeed as they move through the pathway. For students with work experience, this program will provide them with the knowledge and skills to move up the career ladder to a manager role or to progress further along a supervisor/manager career path. Courses required for this degree build and upgrade skills in leading and managing people while enhancing individual and organizational effectiveness within the workplace. Several communications-related courses are required in this program given that communication is a key managerial skill. Courses focus on the traditional managerial framework of leading, organizing, planning, communicating, training, and controlling. Coursework emphasizes embracing diversity within organizations and creating inclusive organizational cultures. Potential careers include General and Operations Managers, Administrative Services Managers, and Industrial Production Managers. Management positions are required in many industries and in businesses of many sizes.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- 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 associate degree graduation and general education requirements. This Competency Based Education (CBE) program may require additional application and registration requirements. Please visit a Coastline counselor for additional information.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ACCT C116 | ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners | 3 |
| BUS C100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS C101 | Introduction to Project Management | 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 C110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| CMST C140 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| ETHS C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| GEOL C161 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
| KIN C101 | Personal Fitness and Wellness | 1 |
| MATH C101 | Applied Mathematics | 3 |
| MGMT C100 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGMT C115 | Human Relations in Business | 3 |
| MGMT C144 | Introduction to Leadership | 3 |
| PHIL C140 | Business and Organizational Ethics | 3 |
| Total Units | 60 | |