Program Goals:
The Business Administration Career Program prepares students to successfully enter the workforce upon graduation. The program provides a skills-based curriculum that equips graduates with the knowledge and background needed for a rewarding career in business and industry.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the program graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the practice of business, including management, marketing and accounting, and the application of this knowledge in a business setting.
- Think, speak and write critically; articulate and explain a variety of business concepts and apply these concepts to solve common business problems
- Communicate clearly and effectively; create a portfolio of business communications using a variety of software applications.
- Demonstrate computer literacy and conduct research using a variety of sources
- Understand the key actions taken to effectively and efficiently utilize company resources to achieve goals.
- Develop a global/mulicultural perspective when analyzing and planning in business
- Demonstrate knowledge of business ethics and how businesses integrate social responsibility into their ongoing operations.
Admissions Process:
Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc [dot] mass [dot] edu .Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at the following link: http://www.qcc.edu/pages/Enrollment_Steps.html
CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:
A Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) and Sexual Offenders Record Information (SORI) are not required. Finger printing and drug testing are not required.
Additional Cost:
No additional cost.
Technical Performance Standards:
See page 17 in the catalog or the Technical Performance Standards page.
Credit for Prior Learning:
Students enrolled in this program may be able to earn academic credit for prior learning. Please contact the office of Career Placement Services at careerservices [at] qcc [dot] mass [dot] edu, 508.854.4439, Room 272 A.
Career Outlook:
Please consult The Massachusetts Career Information System at http://masscis.intocareers.com/ or The Occupational Outlook Handbook at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 52.0101.
Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:
Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at the following link: http://www.qcc.mass.edu/transfer/ArticPathways.html. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at: http://www.qcc.mass.edu/transfer.
Curriculum:
| Course Title | Course # | Offered | Plan to Take | Grade | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||||||
| Introduction to Microcomputer Applications or | CIS 111 | F/S/SU | 3 | |||
| Advanced Microcomputer Applications | CIS 112 | F/S | 3 | CIS 111 | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ECO 215 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 100 or approp place score | ||
| English Composition & Literature I | ENG 101 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 100 or approp place score | ||
| Introduction to Business | MGT 101 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 091 with a grade of “C” or higher and passing the ENG 096 departmental writing final examination essay or approp place score | ||
| Math Elective* | MAT --- | F/S/SU | 3 | MAT 099 | ||
| Semester 2 | ||||||
| Financial Accounting I | ACC 101 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 100 or approp place score, MAT 090 | ||
| Business Law I or | BSL 101 | F/S/SU | 3 | |||
| E-Business Law & Ethics | BSL 103 | F/S | 3 | Coreq-CIS 111 | ||
| English Composition & Literature II | ENG 102 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 101 | ||
| Speech Communication Skills | SPH 101 | F/S/SU | 3 | Pre/Coreq ENG 101 | ||
| Elective | 3 | |||||
| Semester 3 | ||||||
| Financial Accounting II | ACC 102 | F/S/SU | 3 | ACC 101 | ||
| Integrated Communications for Business | BUS 201 | F/S/SU | 3 | ENG 100 or approp place score, CIS 111 | ||
| Business Elective | 3 | |||||
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |||||
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |||||
| Semester 4 | ||||||
| Business Administration Capstone | BUS 250 | F/S | 3 | 42 credits completed in the degree program | ||
| Business Elective | 3 | |||||
| Elective | 3 | |||||
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |||||
| Lab Science or Science Elective | 3-4 | |||||
| Total credits required: | 60-61 | |||||
Program Notes:
- Students should note that many required courses have ENG and/or MAT prerequisites.
- This program can be completed at the Southbridge location.
- Students should discuss their choice of electives with their Academic Advisors to ensure that they are taking the most suitable courses to meet their goal.
*MAT 100 or higher