Business Administration Degree In Chicago
Business Administration Program in Chicago
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
If your goal is to work in the business world, earning your 2-year business administration degree in Chicago can give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. Students who complete Generations College’s business program in Chicago learn problem-solving strategies, how to communicate more effectively, information technology skills, marketing and sales concepts — as well as foundational business concepts such as finance and accounting, human resources, business ethics, entrepreneurship, and much more.
Graduates of business administration degree programs can pursue various roles, such as Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Store Manager, Executive Assistant, or Legal Office Assistant. Those with an entrepreneurial spirit can also use their skills to start their own business. With this versatile degree, job prospects are diverse and growing, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in a variety of fields.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM GOALS:
Generations College’s associate in business program is designed to ensure that students are well-rounded, well-educated, and well-prepared for the 21st-century world of business. To that end, the associate degree in business administration will:
- Provide students with a broad-based overview of the key concepts, tools, strategies, and techniques necessary to support/enhance students’ employability in a for-profit or not-for-profit business venture.
- Provide the basic tools to move on to a four-year college or university.
- Explore the latest concepts and practices in management and global economics.
- Broaden student understanding of current and future economic trends and their impact on the business climate in the U.S. and across the globe.
- Build basic skills, knowledge, and understanding of business accounting, finance, technology, human resource management and marketing.
- Integrate traditional classroom education, best practices, and experiential learning to enhance student knowledge and understanding.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MISSION STATEMENT:
The mission of the Business Administration Associate of Science 2-year business degree program is to educate students in the fundamental concepts, techniques, and skills necessary to excel in various business-related fields.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VISION STATEMENT:
To create a learning environment in which students understand the fundamentals of ethical business practices and behaviors to help them succeed in the 21st-century global business environment.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MAJOR LEARNING OUTCOMES:
- Communicate effectively in business environments.
- Utilize relevant business software and online business resources.
- Review the relevance of social media within the business context.
- Analyze internal and external business reports including basic financial statements.
- Identify, analyze and evaluate common and competing interests of business stakeholders including customers, suppliers, business owners, investors and global markets.
- Gain an understanding of the ethical challenges related to business and management through the study of effective strategies for resolving these issues.
INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATIONS:
- Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR)
- Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Certified Customer Service Manager (CCSM)
ONLINE CLASSES TO FIT YOUR BUSY LIFE
Balancing a busy life while advancing your education is made easier with business administration programs offered online. At Generations College, our online classes provide the flexibility you need to fit coursework into your schedule without sacrificing your other responsibilities. Whether you’re working full-time or managing family commitments, online learning eliminates the need for commuting, giving you more time to focus on what matters. With the freedom to study from anywhere, you can work at your own pace while gaining the same high-quality education as traditional on-campus students.
TRUST GENERATIONS COLLEGE TO PREPARE YOU FOR SUCCESS IN BUSINESS
With roots in downtown Chicago from 1904, Generations College has a distinguished history. In fact, we are the oldest, private, two-year, nonprofit community college in Illinois. Our associate in business curriculum is designed to challenge students while our faculty, staff and student services are here to support and foster learning and to help junior college students transition to either a four-year college or into the workforce after graduation.
Generations College is proud to offer the Business Administration degree in Chicago that employers recognize, trust and respect. To learn more about pursuing a 2-year business degree in the heart of Chicago through Generations College, contact us or apply online now!
