Associate of Arts in Business Administration

The Merritt College Business Department seeks to promote skill development, foster productive attitudes and behaviors, reinforce positive ethical and social conduct, and provide a successful program in business education and industry employment. Merritt College’s business programs and courses provide opportunities for students to think critically, engage in the analysis of workplace issues within the classroom setting, and develop an appreciation for diversity and cultural differences in the modern business world.

To qualify for the Associate of Arts in Business Administration degree, students must satisfactorily complete the Degree Major requirements specified below and the local AA/AS General Education requirements.

Note: Students should see a counselor at least once each semester to plan for their educational goal(s).

Program Outcome

Students who complete the degree will be able to:

• Evaluate business functions, practices, and related theories to address business problems.
• Synthesize quantitative and technological skills to analyze and interpret business data.
• Write clear, concise, and structured business plans with supporting documentation and data.
• Identify and demonstrate accepted business practices that show cultural sensitivity.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the current legal and regulatory business environment.

Curriculum

Major Degree Requirements

• BUS 1A Financial Accounting 4
• BUS 1B Managerial Accounting 4
• BUS 2 Introduction to Business Law 3
• CIS 1 Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4
• ECON 1 Principles of Economics (Macro-Economics) 3
• ECON 2 Principles of Economics (Micro-Economics) 3

Total Required Units for Degree Major: 21

Recommended:

• BUS 5, Human Relations in Business (3)
• BUS 20, General Accounting (3)
• BUS 70, Introduction to Marketing (3)
• BUS 74, Introduction to Advertising (3)