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2017-2018 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Business Management, AAS


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Total Credits: 60

Major Number: 5040
CIP Code: 52.0201

Program Description

The two-year Business Management program provides students with basic management skills.  The program is designed to equip the student with knowledge and tools that are necessary for those pursuing a career in business or owning their own business.

Program Prerequisites

None

Special Instructions

None

Program Requirements


Total Credits: 37


Career/Occupational Elective Requirements


Select 6 credits

Total Credit: 6


MnTC/General Education Requirements


Goal 1: Communication


Goal 2: Critical Thinking


Fulfilled when all MnTC goals for this degree are complete.

Goal 3 and/or 4: Natural Sciences/Math/Logical Reasoning


Total Credits: 4

Goal 5: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences


Minimum of 3 credits.

Total Credits: 3

Goal 6: Humanities/Fine Arts


Minimum of 3 credits.

Total Credits: 3

Goals 7-10: Theme Goals


Three credits in one Goal area selected from Goals 7, 8, 9 or 10 are required. Many courses from Goals 1-6 also meet Goals 7-10. One course may fulfill a maximum of two Goals. Credits count only once.

Goal 7: Human Diversity

Goal 8: Global Perspectives

Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility

Goal 10: People and the Environment

Total Credits: 17


MnTC Elective Requirements


None

Additional Elective Requirements


None

Additional Requirements


None

Program Information


General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

None

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer. This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

  • Identify and explain the major functional areas of the business organizations including management, marketing, finance, Information technology, human resources, and accounting.
  • Recognize and recommend practical solutions for common business problems.
  • Apply accounting concepts and financial principles in making decisions about business operation.
  • Integrate management principles in relationship to finance, personnel, products, services, and information.
  • Apply commonly used computer application programs to create relevant business documents.
  • Recognize business practices based on diverse cultural, societal, geographic interactions.

Program Contact Information

Steve Ramsey 651.779.3250 Room 2245 East
Kavi Turnbull 651.773.1757 Room 2249 East

Sample Plan


Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note


This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of the Minnesota State system. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.779.3354 or 1.800.228.1978 x 3354.

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