Business: AA

Associate of Arts | 60 credits

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Program Description

The Gail Miller Business School offers an Associate of Arts degree tailored for students aiming to transfer to four-year institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education. This program provides a solid foundation in essential business principles, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in further academic pursuits and in the dynamic field of business. The Associate of Arts degree also requires the study of a foreign language.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Associate of Arts degree in Business are well-prepared to continue their education at four-year institutions, ultimately pursuing bachelor’s degrees in various business disciplines.

Students seeking immediate employment in the business field may also explore the school’s Certificate and Associate of Applied Science degrees, which are designed for direct entry into the workforce. Potential career paths for graduates include roles in retail management, sales, customer service, and administrative support.

Transfer/Articulation Information

Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students

Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Course Fees: $30

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

General Education Requirements

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Science (AS) / Associate of Arts (AA) Degree General Education Requirements

Language Course - 1 course

LANGUAGE (LN) 1 course

LANG 1020

LANG prefix does not exist – it is replaced by the prefix for the chosen individual language: ARB, CHI, FRN, ITL, JPN, NAV, POR, RUS, SAM, SPN, TNG.

Students without sufficient language proficiency must plan to take LANG 1010 before taking LANG 1020. See language advisor. Check to see if your chosen language is accepted at your 4 yr college.

Program General Education Notes

Social Science (SS): ECON 2010 - Principles of Microeconomics (SS) is an existing program requirement. ECON 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics (SS) - 3 credits is also recommended (required for transfer to some of our transfer partners).

Courses that meet General Education requirements may be used to meet program requirements unless specified by the program. If this option is chosen, students must complete additional general elective courses to meet the total credit hour requirement.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (25 Credits)

Complete all of the following:

Program Electives (4 credits)

Select 4 credits from the following:

BUS 1020
Any Gail Miller Business School courses with the following prefixes:
- ACCT
- BUS
- CHEF
- FIN
- HOSP
- MGT
- BUS
- MGT
- MKTG

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Business AA: Full-time
If students follow one of the suggested semester schedules, time to completion is 4-5 semesters.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Demonstrate foundational knowledge of business and management principles. [1]
Use effective and professional business communication skills. [2]
Quantitatively analyze business data. [3]
Solve business problems by applying critical thinking skills and evaluating relevant information. [4]
Formulate innovative business strategies. [5]
Describe the civic responsibilities of businesses and of people within business. [6]
Collaborate effectively in business contexts. [7]
Use software and digital tools to support business processes. [9]