Business

Quick Facts

Pathway: Business & Industry
Campus: All Campuses

Business is an art and a science that involves research, planning, creative and critical thinking.

Learn how the American business works and the economy operates, so you will be prepared for opportunities in a competitive market.

Job Titles & Career Info

Our Program

Why Choose Business?

Study in small classes that are designed as corporate cohorts to:
- Build a strong foundation in business principles & practices
- Improve your skills for a more competitive career
- Complete basic transferable coursework toward an advanced degree
Take advantage of convenient scheduling options:
- Daytime or evening
- Weekday or weekend classes
- Delivered on-campus, online, or a mix (blended)

Prepare for What You Will Do at Work

Manage administrative services in your organization using knowledge, data & technology
Research, plan, coordinate, review departmental or administrative correspondence & operations
Build relationships & network within your organization & in the business community at large
Develop & establish policy & practices across disciplines, such as:
- Human resources
- Management
- Marketing
- Accounting
Communicate effectively—in person & online—with superiors, colleagues, staff & customers in a variety of professional business contexts

Marketable Skills You Will Learn

Critical thinking
Reasoning
Communication
Personal & social responsibility
Teamwork
Computer literacy

Before You Enroll, Think About:

Which track fits your needs?

Certificates of Completion

You can complete one or both Business Certificate(s) of Completion and choose to enter the workforce.

Associate Degree

The Level I and Level II Business Certificates are stackable, meaning any course you take to complete 1 or both certificate(s) applies to the requirements of the associate degree.

You can continue your studies to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Administration–Business.

Transfer

If you are planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year college or university, you can:

Complete the Business Field of Study, which is a set of courses that fulfills lower division requirements for bachelor's degrees and is transferable to a Texas college or university
Earn an Associate of Arts in Business to prepare to transfer to a 4-year college or university

Need a boost to get ready for college?

Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.

Degrees & Certificates

Degrees

Certificates

Level 1

Business I

Level 2

Business II

Transfer

All Campuses

Business Administration Field of Study

Continuing Education Office Careers Programs

Multiple Campuses

How Much Time & Money to Finish?

2024–2025 Academic Year

Degree or Certificate	Program Title	Semester Credit Hours	Total Tuition & Fees
AA	Associate of Arts in Business	60	$4,440
AAS	Business Administration—Business	60	$4,440
CRT1	Business I	24	$1,776
CRT2	Business II	45	$3,330
FOS	Business Administration	24	$1,776

Notes:

Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.

Continuing Education Programs

Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.

Earn More Choices & More Money

Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.

For example, with an Associate of Arts in Business you will be ready to work toward:

Bachelor of Science in Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Arts in specialized areas, such as
- Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Accounting