ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The AAS degree in Business Administration provides the two-year student with introductory business and liberal arts courses in preparation for an entry-level business position or for enrollment in a related baccalaureate degree, an increasingly necessary level of education for job seekers. A student who completes Hilbert’s AAS in Business Administration may continue into Hilbert College’s BS in Business Management.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Business Administration Department educates, mentors, and empowers undergraduate students to become ethical and polished business professionals, leaders, and lifelong learners.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary business theory and practice as related to functional areas.

• Communicate effectively using language specific to business and audience appropriate, with written and verbal sophistication and multimedia presentations.

• Apply principles of leadership and teamwork in business practices.

• Develop ethical decision-making skills.

• Implement critical thinking and appropriate technological/research skills in problem solving and decision making.

CAREER OUTLOOK

A business management associate degree can open doors to a variety of career opportunities. While it may not be as specialized as a bachelor’s degree, it provides a solid foundation in essential business principles and skills.

Here are some potential career paths for individuals with a business management associate degree:

• Entry-level management positions: This could include roles such as office manager, supervisor, or team leader.

• Administrative assistant: Assisting executives and managers with various tasks, such as scheduling appointments, preparing reports, and managing projects.

• Customer service representative: Interacting with customers to provide assistance, resolve issues, and promote products or services.

• Sales representative: Selling products or services to customers.

• Human resources assistant: Supporting HR functions, such as recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations.

• Accounting clerk: Handling basic accounting tasks, such as data entry and account reconciliation.

• Small business owner or entrepreneur: Starting and managing your own business.