Business Administration, Associate in Science
The Associate in Science degree in Business Administration offers courses in law, marketing, human resources, and leadership that prepare students to enter the business field in positions above entry-level. The degree also includes the broad benefits of the MPC general education requirements. The Business Administration certificate of achievement must be completed before or as part of the associate degree. Students planning to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree should consider the Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer (AS-T in Business Administration 2.0) degree.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Develop a familiarity with multiple aspects of business and the relationships among them.
- Apply quantitative information competencies to manage business resources and communicate results.
- Apply current management strategies and practices in the global business environment.
- Apply core marketing or communication practices to business situations.
- Evaluate and develop effective business strategies that embrace the power of diversity.
- Apply specific small business operational skills in the areas of technology, leadership, or human resources.
- Analyze and evaluate complex issues or problems, draw reasoned conclusions and/or generate solutions, and effectively communicate their results.
Associate in Science Degree Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Achievement in Business Administration Requirements | ||
| Select one from the following contextual overview courses: | 3 | |
| Business Law | ||
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Select one from the following marketing/communication courses: | 3 | |
| Introduction to International Marketing | ||
| Introduction to Marketing | ||
| Business Communication | ||
| Select one from the following quantitative courses: | 3-4 | |
| Financial Accounting | ||
| Business Mathematics | ||
| Basic Accounting | ||
| Select one from the following management courses: | 3 | |
| Principles of Management | ||
| Introduction to Business Ownership/Management | ||
| Select one from the following humanistic courses: | 3 | |
| Effective Leadership in Business | ||
| Managing Diversity and Inclusion | ||
| Human Resources Management | ||
| Concentrations | ||
| Select at least one concentration from the lists below: 1 | 12-15 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select one from the following elective courses in addition to the chosen concentration: | 0.5-6 | |
| The American Economic System | ||
| Principles of Economics: Macro and Principles of Economics: Micro | ||
| Introduction to Critical Thinking | ||
| Career-Focused Work Experience | ||
| TOTAL MAJOR UNITS | 27.5-37 | |
| Additional Requirements | 23-32.5 | |
| Complete Competency Requirements, general education pattern (MPC General Education, CSU General Education, or IGETC), and electives, if needed, for a total of 60 degree-applicable units. | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
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These courses may be counted as both core requirements and concentration requirements, but all concentration and core requirements must be completed.
Entrepreneurship/Small Business Concentration
Select 15 units from the following:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSI 18 | Business Law | 3 |
| BUSI 20 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSI 36 | Introduction to International Marketing | 3 |
| or BUSI 50 | Introduction to Marketing | |
| BUSI 44 | Introduction to Business Ownership/Management | 3 |
| BUSI 46 | Entrepreneurial Mindset | 3 |
| BUSI 54 | Introduction to E-Marketing | 3 |
| BUSI 68 | Entrepreneurial Start-up Ventures | 3 |
| BUSI 131 | Financial Analysis for Entrepreneurs | 3 |
Business Technology Concentration
Select 15 units from the following:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSI 54 | Introduction to E-Marketing | 3 |
| BUSI 120B | QuickBooks Online Accounting Software | 3 |
| CSIS 1 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CSIS 50 & CSIS 50L | MS Office Applications and MS Office Applications Lab | 3 |
| CSIS 75 | Introduction to Computer Hardware/A+ Prep | 4 |
| CSIS 76A | Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 1 | 3 |
| CSIS 86 | Network Security Fundamentals/Security+ Prep | 3 |
Leadership Concentration
Select 12 units from the following:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSI 22 | Effective Leadership in Business | 3 |
| BUSI 24 | Business Issues and Ethics | 3 |
| BUSI 38 | Managing Diversity and Inclusion | 3 |
| BUSI 39 | Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Business Leadership | 3 |
| BUSI 70 | Business Communication | 3 |
Human Resources Concentration
Complete all 12 units:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSI 18 | Business Law | 3 |
| BUSI 20 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSI 22 | Effective Leadership in Business | 3 |
| BUSI 42 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
Sales and Marketing Concentration
Select 12 units from the following:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSI 49 | Professional Selling | 3 |
| BUSI 50 | Introduction to Marketing | 3 |
| BUSI 54 | Introduction to E-Marketing | 3 |
| BUSI 64 | Customer Service | 3 |
| BUSI 89 | Creative Brand Management | 3 |
Please refer to the graduation requirements section of the Catalog for information about degree and certificate requirements including Reading and Writing, Mathematics, Information Competency, and General Education requirements.
The model sequence of coursework below is one pathway for students to complete the program. The information below is not an official educational plan. An MPC Counselor can assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling and up-to-date program requirements.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Units | |
| ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE | College Composition or College Composition: Enhanced | 3 |
| MPC GE Area A2 (MATH 16 Recommended) | 4 | |
| LIBR 50 | Introduction to Library and Research Skills | 1 |
| BUSI 20 | Introduction to Business (MPC GE Area E) | 3 |
| MPC GE Area C | 3 | |
| Elective (COUN 10 Recommended) | 1 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| BUSI 38 | Managing Diversity and Inclusion (MPC GE Area F) | 3 |
| BUSI 1A | Financial Accounting or Business Mathematics or Basic Accounting | 3-4 |
| BUSI 36 | Introduction to International Marketing or Introduction to Marketing or Business Communication | 3 |
| ECON 1 | The American Economic System (MPC GE Area D) | 3 |
| Concentration Course | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| BUSI 40 or BUSI 44 | Principles of Management or Introduction to Business Ownership/Management | 3 |
| Concentration Course | 3 | |
| Concentration Course | 3 | |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MPC GE Area B & Lab | 4 | |
| Concentration Course | 3 | |
| Concentration Course | 3 | |
| Electives | 5 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
MPC “Ready to Work” Career Education programs offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed for employment and job advancement.
All students should consult with a Counselor to discuss career pathways, for support with career exploration and planning, and to create a personalized education plan to help them meet their academic, career, and personal goals. Visit MPC’s Counseling website for more information about Counseling services provided by MPC and to connect with a Counselor.
Additional resources are available through MPC’s Career & Transfer Resource Center (CTRC). The CTRC offers career resources, workshops, guidance and referrals. Visit the CTRC for support finding online career information and other resources to explore majors, occupations, and employment information.