Business - Small Business for Entrepreneurs AAS Degree

Schoolcraft program code # AAS.00011

The small business for entrepreneur’s curriculum offers a well-balanced program of liberal arts courses, general business subjects, electives, and the necessary training to meet the challenge of today’s highly competitive business world. The small business for entrepreneurs curriculum is designed for those who already own and operate a small business, who are contemplating starting their own small business, or who seek employment opportunities as managers in small business.

Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate of applied science degree.

Program Outcomes

Interpret key business financial reports and relevant ratios
Apply business ethics and social responsibility to business practices
Demonstrate the effective management of human capital
Assess internal and external legal implications of business decisions
Formulate plans of action and communicate through business reports, presentations, and documentation
Evaluate the various forms of business ownership/organizations
Evaluate entrepreneurship as a personal career choice
Develop marketing strategies to promote business growth (including Product Development, Pricing, Promotion and Distribution strategies)
Transform domestic business understanding into applications for addressing the global marketplace
Characterize the role of the internet/computers in business success and growth

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Creating Your Academic Plan

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses

First Year

Fall Semester

BUS 101 - Introduction to Business Credits: 3
BUS 103 - Organizing a Small Business Credits: 3
BUS 122 - Advertising Credits: 3
ENG 101 - English Composition 1 Credits: 3

Mathematics - Credits: 3-5

Select General Education Mathematics course

Recommended: MATH 101 - Business Mathematics Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15-17

Winter Semester

BUS 104 - Operating a Small Business Credits: 3
ENG 102 - English Composition 2 Credits: 3
Natural Science - Select General Education Science course Credits: 3-5
BUS 120 - Strategic Selling Credits: 3

Accounting

Select one:

ACCT 103 - Introduction to Accounting Credits: 4
ACCT 201 - Principles of Accounting 1 Credits: 4

Total Credits: 16-18

Second Year

Fall Semester

BUS 204 - Personal Finance Credits: 3
BUS 220 - Organizational Behavior Credits: 3
BUS 202 - Business Ethics Credits: 3
BUS 215 - E-Commerce Credits: 3
Elective - Select from list below Credits: 3

Humanities: Credits 1-4

Select General Education Humanities course

Recommended: HUM 106 - Introduction to Art and Music Credits: 1

Total Credits: 16-19

Winter Semester

BUS 207 - Business Law 1 Credits: 3
BUS 226 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3
BUS 230 - Human Resource Management Credits: 3
Elective - Select from list below Credits: 2-4

Social Science - Credits: 3-4

Select General Education Social Science course

Recommended: PSYCH 153 - Human Relations Credits: 3

Total Credits: 14-17

Program Total: 61-71 Credits

Electives

ACCT 138 - Income Tax Preparation Credits: 2
ACCT 263 - Computerized Accounting Using QuickBooks Credits: 3
BUS 123 - Consumer Behavior Credits: 3
BUS 208 - Business Law 2 Credits: 3
BUS 217 - Business Management Credits: 3
BUS 240 - International Business Credits: 3
BUS 292 - Business Internship Credits: 3
CIS 120 - Software Applications Credits: 3
ECON 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 4
ENG 116 - Technical Writing Credits: 3

Articulation Agreement

This program has an articulation agreement. Articulation agreements create seamless transitions to 4-year colleges or universities. They may ensure the transferability of an entire associate’s degree, allow for transferring extra credits, or provide guaranteed admission. Terms and transferable credits vary by program and institution. For more details, visit the Articulation Agreement web page.