Business, AAS
Specializations:
- Accounting
- Agri-Hort
- Digital Marketing & Web Development
- Information Technology Management
- Marketing/Management
- Supply Chain Management
The Associate in Applied Science Business program empowers students who want to advance in their careers or enter the workforce. This program offers courses which meet local business needs and focus on skills and qualifications for career advancement. Students select their specialization from Accounting, Ag-Hort, Digital Marketing/Web Development, Information Technology Management, Marketing/Management, or Supply Chain Management. Along with mutually beneficial community partnerships, the program uses innovative teaching techniques, delivered by passionate faculty who can share real world experiences.
This degree is not designed for transfer, however graduates will find that adult studies degree programs offered at many universities often make it possible to continue on to a bachelor’s degree with minimal disruption. If you are interested in transferring to a four-year institution, working with a KCC advisor can ensure a smooth transfer experience.
MKTG.AAS.C13
Outcomes
1. Utilize an understanding of management skills to thrive in a diverse modern business environment.
2. Apply business concepts to solve complex business challenges, creating a critical-thinking and ethical decision making mentality.
3. Communicate persuasively and concisely using the language of business.
Program Requirements
Major courses
| BSNS 1553 | Introduction to Business | 3 Credits |
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| BSNS 1653 | Business Law | 3 Credits |
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| BSNS 1663 | Legal & Social Env of Business | 3 Credits |
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| BSNS 2553 | Principles of Management | 3 Credits |
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| ACCT 1413 | General Accounting | 3 Credits |
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| ACCT 1514 | Financial Accounting | 4 Credits |
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| COSC 1513 | Introduction to Information Processing | 3 Credits |
| MKTG 1553 | Principles of Marketing | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
For an Accounting specialization, the recommendation is ACCT 1514.
General education
| COMM 1113 | Career Writing | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 1623 | English II | 3 Credits |
| MATH 1213 | Business Mathematics | 3 Credits |
| General Education Course | 4 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Choose one
| ECON 1543 | Principles of Economics | 3 Credits |
| ECON 1553 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 Credits |
| ECON 1563 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Electives
| Business Electives | 12 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Specialization
Choose one specialization. All courses must be from the same specialization.
Accounting
If ACCT 1514 is completed as a Business major course, it does not have to be repeated in the specialization.
Agri-Hort
Digital Marketing and Web Development
| COGT 2463 | Social Media Marketing | 3 Credits |
| ITSM 1113 | Web Development - HTML5 and CSS | 3 Credits |
| ITSM 1143 | Web Principles and User Experience | 3 Credits |
| ITSM 1153 | Mobile Application Fundamentals | 3 Credits |
| ITSM 2113 | Web Development - JavaScript | 3 Credits |
Information Technology Management
Marketing/Management
Supply Chain Management
| TWDL 1003 | Transportation & Physical Distribution | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1103 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1203 | Introduction to Import/Export | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1303 | Principles of Operations Management | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1402 | Transportation & Cargo Security | 2 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 61
Suggested Course Sequence
0-15 credit hours
16-30 credit hours
| BSNS 1653 | Business Law | 3 Credits |
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| BSNS 1663 | Legal & Social Env of Business | 3 Credits |
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| COMM 1113 | Career Writing | 3 Credits |
| ECON Course | 3 Credits |
| Specialization Courses | 6-7 Credits |
| Business Elective | 3 Credits |
31-45 credit hours
| BSNS 2553 | Principles of Management | 3 Credits |
| COSC 1513 | Introduction to Information Processing | 3 Credits |
| Specialization Courses | 5-6 Credits |
| Business Elective | 3 Credits |
46-60+ credit hours
| ENGL 1623 | English II | 3 Credits |
| Specialization Course (if needed) | 2-3 Credits |
| Business Electives | 6 Credits |
| General Education Elective | 4 Credits |
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