Business Management - Management Specialization, (AAS)

Program Info

Minimum credits: 67
Length: 4 semesters (2 years), if full-time suggested course sequence is followed

Division: Arts, Sciences, & Business
Contact: 434.797.8402 or 434.797.8462
Award: Associate of Applied Science
Plan Code: 212-01 CIP Code:52.0299

The first two semesters of the program are similar to other business curricula, with the second year focusing on the Business Management specialization. DCC is accredited by Alpha Beta Gamma International Business Honor Society to initiate members into the honor society for business and related disciplines. For more information, refer to www.abg.org.

Program Description

The Associate of Applied Science in Business Management - Management Specialization prepares students for entry-level positions in general business management. Courses focus on business, accounting, and workplace behaviors.

Program Outcomes: Graduates of this program will be able to:

• Utilize industry-standard computer software in business communication media, e.g. written reports and business plans using word processing software and presentations using presentation software.
• Perform and interpret basic business math, accounting, and business statistical calculations;
• Identify basic concepts associated with business ethics and the importance of developing and adhering to a strong set of generally accepted ethical principles;
• Demonstrate basic principles of human relationship skills used to successfully interrelate with customers, associates, employees, & superiors in a business setting;
• Describe how the principles of basic economics (e.g. supply and demand, the American free enterprise system, etc.) apply to successful business management practices;
• Explain basic legal and regulatory requirements for business and industry;
• Recognize the features, advantages, and disadvantages of business ownership categories (proprietorship, partnership, corporation, etc.);
• Discuss standard methods for interviewing, hiring, training, motivating, and supervising employees;
• Recognize basic business strategy and philosophy development techniques (e.g., SWOT analysis, vision, mission, values, goals, objectives, etc.); and
• Evaluate marketing strategies for successful products and services.