Business Administration, A.A.S.

Graduates earning the Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration are equally divided into two groups. The degree may either transition into the workforce, or into a bachelor’s program at Morrisville or another SUNY college. Those going into the work force find jobs in accounting, finance, human resource management, management training or marketing. Graduates work with retailers, banks, food processors, publishers and other business or government organizations.

This program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

The program is designed to develop the broad understanding and attitudes needed by students to qualify for a wide range of entry-level positions. Building upon management skills acquired from the program, students should be capable of taking on the additional responsibilities of middle management as they acquire experience.

The course work consists of one-third liberal arts, sciences, and two-thirds business courses. The specific courses offered give the student a well-rounded foundation from which to branch out in many directions.

Career Opportunities

Employment preparation for management training in human resources, corporate communications, marketing, public service and the service industry, self-employment or family business.

Although not designed with transfer in mind, students typically transfer to other business or technology-related bachelor degree program.

Graduation Requirement

Graduates must have 60 credits, including 20 credit hours in the Liberal Arts and Sciences. In addition, students must achieve a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for graduation. Demonstrated proficiency through MATH 102 Intermediate Algebra w Trig is required for this program.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Communicate effectively and purposefully, integrating technology into writing and presentations.
• Identify problems, analyze information, and form conclusions within the business context.
• Possess analytical/quantitative skills appropriate to the business community.

SUNY General Education Requirements:  All SUNY Morrisville AAS degree programs require completion of at least 20 credits of SUNY GE, a minimum of four (out of ten) knowledge and skills areas (including the four required knowledge and skills areas as indicated below), and completion of the two core competencies. The specific courses required within each knowledge and skills area/core competency for this degree program are outlined below.

Knowledge and Skills Areas:

Core Competencies:

Curriculum Requirements

A minimum of 60 credits is required for degree completion.

Sample Course Sequence