ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The business administration program allows the participants to explore the fundamental concepts of successful organizational and personnel management. Management career opportunities are varied and include general management and human resources fields.

Graduates of this Associate Degree granting program in business administration are prepared for entry-level positions in insurance, banking, sales, finance, management, office supervision, and real estate. Successful students may also choose to continue their bachelor's degree program in business administration with an emphasis in management, information technology, financial management, international business, or marketing.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be admitted to the Business Administration Program, applicants must attain the following standard:

• 5 CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English, Mathematics and Technical Drawing.

OR

• Pre- University Course (PUC) of study at prescribed level.

OR

• Diploma from other recognized institutions

OR

• Mature candidate who have completed Secondary School Education with supporting certificates and at least 3 years work experience in the area of study.

Course Structure

This program is structured on a modular format allowing attendance on full-time or part-time on a fifteen (15) weeks semester modality. The program will be delivered mainly by a mix  of lectures, laboratory, tutorials, field work, seminars and activities geared towards self-paced, project oriented, self-directed learning in both the crown campus and the related environment for learning.

The program offers a comprehensive one 18 months Diploma course and 24 months Associate of Science Degree in the Architectural Drafting and Design

Upon successful completion of the CAD Technician program, students have the option of upgrading their Diploma to an Associate Degree. The Associate of Science program provides stimulating academics and advanced CAD coursework designed to develop the student’s strength in areas that will assist in their personal and professional growth.

DURATION:

Diploma (Part-time/full time)                                               18months/24 months
Associate of Science Degree (Part time/full time)                  24months/30 months

Business Administration Course Outline

General Education Courses

Communication Studies 1
Communication Studies 11
Sports Elective
Beginner’s Spanish
Introduction to Computers
College Mathematics
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Politics
Introduction to Management

Professional/Core Courses – 33 Credits

Principles of Quantitative Methods/ Statistics
Fundamentals of Financial Control
Organization and Business Structure
Cross Cultural Awareness/Cultural Diversity           
Business Law
Marketing
Micro Economics
Macro Economics 
Consumer Behavior           
Application of Financial Accounting
Practicum