Business Administration Degree In Chicago
Business Administration Program in Chicago
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The Associate of Science in Business Administration is a Chicago-based program that builds practical skills in finance, accounting, marketing, human resources, management, business law, and communication. With 61 credit hours and a Business Plan Development capstone, the program is designed for students who want to build a strong business foundation for career growth, entrepreneurship, or transfer to a four-year institution.
If your goal is to work in the business world, earning your two-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 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 two-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)
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 a 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!
The Program outline is available here.
FAQ
What will I learn in the Business Administration program?
Students build practical knowledge in finance, accounting, human resources, marketing, management, communication, business ethics, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving. The program also emphasizes business software, social media, stakeholder analysis, and financial statement review.
What jobs can this prepare me for?
This degree supports career paths such as Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Store Manager, Executive Assistant, Legal Office Assistant, and Entrepreneur. It is designed to give students a broad business foundation that can apply across many industries.
What courses will I take?
Core coursework includes Introduction to Business, Financial Accounting Principles, Business Writing, Business Law, Principles of Marketing, Managing Human Capital, Introduction to International Business, Principles of Management, Fundamentals of Business and Finance, and a Business Plan Development capstone. The full course list is available here.
How many credits is the program?
The Business Administration program is 61 credit hours.
Is this program online or on-campus?
This Business Administration program is offered on campus in Chicago. Students build practical business skills in a city-based setting while completing an Associate of Science degree.
Can this degree help me transfer to a four-year school?
Yes. This degree is designed to give students a strong academic foundation and the business knowledge needed to continue on to a four-year college or university.
How can I pay for the program?
Financial aid options such as scholarships, grants, and federal student loans are available.