Associate Degree
Business Management
Online Associate Degree Program
CLASSES START
Jul 8th
20 Mo. Program Length | 62 Credits |
Online Format | $515 Cost Per Credit |
Associate Degree
Business Management
Online Associate Degree Program
Hit the ground running in your new fast-paced career
| Accreditation | IACBE accredited,1 Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
|---|---|
| Transfer credit | Up to 46 approved credits |
| Pathways | Take the first step in YOUR degree pathway towards a bachelor's degree in business management and/or MBA |
| QuickPaths | Transfer credit, stackable credentials, 和自适应学习技术，为学生更快地接受高等教育搭建了一条通道 |
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Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2023 Herzing Graduate Survey.
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Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2023 Herzing Graduate Survey.
Overview: Associate Degree in Business Management
The Associate of Science/Applied Science in Business Management degree is a 62-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a variety of business careers.
The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, marketing, business law, economics, and much more.
Career-focused curriculum
发现在工作中取得成功所需的关键知识和技能，为持续的职业发展奠定基础.
Flexible schedule
You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We strive to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Virtual services
Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
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Curriculum
Associate degree classes & curriculum details
The business associate degree program prepares graduates for entry-level positions in any sector. Students learn the fundamentals of how business is conducted and the different areas that are required to maintain a successful business.
All classes are delivered online with a required research project or internship (if available in your state).
| Program | Monthsi | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Business Management | 20 | 62 |
Program availability varies by location.
Required Core Courses
All courses, 30.00 semester credit hours, are required.
Open Elective Courses
■ A minimum of 3.00 semester credit hours of open electives is required.
Required Internship or Research Project
■ 3.00 semester credit hours are required.
General Education Requirements
Students enrolled in this associate's degree must complete a minimum of 24.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. 请参阅目录的通识教育部分，了解每个学科内课程的具体信息. 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications 6.00学分人文学科(必须包括3学分文化多样性) 3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics 3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Science 3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Personal and Professional Development Courses
2.00 semester credit hours are required.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition & Cost
When you accept the 10% tuition discount from our Financial Commitment Scholarship, the cost of tuition for the Associate of Science in Business Management program is $515 per credit.
你可以通过转换之前大学课程的学分来节省更多的钱, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.
Our goal is your career advancement. That’s why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.
You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.
Veterans, Active Duty U.S. Servicemembers, and spouses may qualify for a 10% tuition discount or tuition reduction to $250 per credit.
Requirements
Business Management associate degree program enrollment requirements
Prerequisites to enroll in Herzing’s associate degree program include:
- Completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor
- Complete an enrollment application
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Eligible states for enrollment: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District Of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands.
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What can I do with an associate degree in business management?
获得副学士学位是获得商业企业许多类型的入门级职位资格的快速途径. Discover new career opportunities in accounting, accounts payable, business administration, marketing, human resources and much more.
Examples of potential jobs with a business management degree include:
- Secretary
- Administrative Assistant
- Administrative Support Assistant
- First-Line Supervisor
- Administrative Supervisor
- Office Supervisor
How can I advance my career? Earning a bachelor’s degree in business management can help you qualify for the next level of managerial roles as a sales manager, operations manager, or administrative services manager. In addition, you may be eligible to apply up to 12 credits towards an Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program and position yourself for jobs in business leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Herzing University, it typically takes students 20 months to complete their bachelor’s degree in business management.
How long it takes to earn your degree can vary widely based on your eligible transfer credit. Transfer up to 46 approved credits and you may be able to complete the program much faster.
Herzing’s degrees in business management are Bachelor of Science degrees. This program requires students to take a higher proportion of courses focused on the technical and practical aspects of their major. A Bachelor of Arts program typically features more liberal arts courses and electives.
Because of our intense focus on helping you build a career, we designed this degree to concentrate on providing you with the most possible opportunities to develop the marketable skills employers want.
Business management skills are strategic leadership skills. 企业管理学位的毕业生准备管理企业运营的长期增长. They learn to make decisions about people, processes, and projects. 他们还在金融、会计、组织管理等方面培养了广泛的技能基础.
Business administration skills are more about day-to-day operations. In a business administration degree, students often choose a specialization area to focus on a specific business function, such as human resources. They’ll still learn principles of other business functions, 但他们的技能将更多地依赖于他们在专业课程中学到的知识.
Learn more about the biggest differences between business management and administration.
Business management degrees provide the opportunity to develop versatile skills. Learn the basics of how businesses function in society and within the economy, 然后深入了解你在领导或领导支持角色中所需要的知识.
Herzing’s business management degree program includes topics in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business communication
- Business law
- Principles of marketing
- Business ethics
- Project management
- Economics
商业学位一般分为两类:工商管理和商业管理. Within those categories, there are many different specializations and options.
Herzing currently offers six different business degree programs at the bachelor’s degree level:
- Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Business Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Take our quiz to determine which business degree path might be right for you based on your goals and personality.
A business management degree is an educational program that teaches students general skills for leading business operations at a strategic level.
As you earn your degree, you’ll gain critical skills in accounting, management, business law, economics, marketing and sales. 你也可以选择专注于你在工商管理领域的主要兴趣的选修课.
In addition to specific subject knowledge, our online business management degree students learn how to:
- Think critically in an ever-evolving business world
- Develop innovative solutions to critical business issues
- Communicate effectively - both verbally and in writing
- Use industry-standard computer software for data collection and analysis.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics*,
- Administrative assistants earn an average salary of $45,490 per year ($21.87 per hour).
- First-line supervisors of office and administrative support workers earn an average salary of $68,620 per year ($32.99 per hour).
Keep in mind these do not represent entry-level wages. 平均工资会因工作地点、教育程度和经验水平等因素而有所不同. Learn more about the average salary for business management careers.
Business management degrees are versatile. The critical thinking, leadership, 你在商业管理课程中学到的决策技巧几乎可以应用于任何行业, from hospitals to high finance. They’re also specifically designed to set you on a path toward management-track roles, meaning upward mobility is built into the curriculum.
Yes!
Virtually every organization needs professionals with the skills business degrees teach, 所以工商管理学位的毕业生有机会把他们所学到的知识运用到各行各业. There’s also high potential for advancement as you gain experience. If you want to earn a degree with a strong return on investment, a business management degree could be right for you.
Graduates typically work in an office environment, although office environments can vary greatly – from start-up agencies to established corporations. Offices may be located in an office building or on location at a manufacturing company or factory.
Some business graduates may be able to work from an online home office with occasional trips to the main office for meetings and presentations. Depending on the specific position, some travel may be required to satellite offices or client establishments.
As a business grad, you can typically expect a 40-hour work week, though extra hours may be required for bigger projects or tight deadlines. 那些高层管理人员或责任更大的人通常会工作超过40小时的标准. 高管们通常会花额外的时间参加专业活动，了解最新的行业趋势. Full-time employees generally receive full benefits packages including health/dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and retirement/wealth savings or accrual plans (such 401(k), company stock, and profit-sharing).
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Accreditation
Accreditation & Disclosures
1. The Business Division at Herzing University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road, Suite 300, Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please refer to our IACBE member status page.
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.
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