Business Administration Transfer

Program Code:

Degree:

Associate in Science

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
Some courses may be completed at QCC Southbridge.
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 90% or more online.

Program Contact Email:

BusinessAdmin@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Business Administration Transfer associate degree program prepares students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities, upon completion of the associate degree. Graduates from the Business Administration Transfer program, with a GPA of 2.50 or higher, are guaranteed admission to all Massachusetts state universities and to the University of Massachusetts, including the Isenberg School of Management (requires a 3.00 GPA), under the MassTransfer Program. There are several transfer agreements with private four-year colleges.

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; demonstrate the application of this knowledge in a business setting.
Transfer to a business administration bachelor’s degree program.
Communicate effectively using written, oral, and non-verbal techniques, including the use of technology in gathering and presenting information.
Use critical thinking skills to appraise and evaluate business practices, including the use of quantitative and qualitative techniques.
Recognize the presence of various cultures in the business world, and comprehend the need to have a global perspective when analyzing and planning in a business environment.
Demonstrate knowledge of the concept of ethics and how businesses integrate social responsibility into their ongoing operations.
Comprehend the rapid change taking place in the business environment, and demonstrate an ability to engage in ongoing professional development.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: BT). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in four semesters. Attend Transfer Services events. For information see www.QCC.edu/transfer. Complete ENG 101. Complete MAT 123 or MAT 231.
Financial Accounting I	ACC 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English, MAT 090 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications OR	CIS 111	F/S/SU	3
Advanced Microcomputer Applications	CIS 112	F/S/SU	3	CIS 111, Placement into college level English, MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Principles of Macroeconomics	ECO 215	F/S/SU	3	Coreq: ENG 101
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
College Mathematics I: Pre-Calculus OR	MAT 123	F/S/SU	3	MAT 100 or approp place score
Applied Calculus	MAT 231	S	3	MAT 123 or approp place score
		Total	15
Semester 2 Meet with Academic Advisor to choose Program Electives (Semesters 3 and 4); must be selected from ACC, BSL, FIN, MGT, or MRK course designations. Meet with a Transfer Services Advisor. See www.QCC.edu/transfer. Attend Transfer Services events.
Financial Accounting II	ACC 102	F/S/SU	3	ACC 101, CIS 111
Principles of Microeconomics	ECO 216	F/S/SU	3	Coreq: ENG 101
Composition II	ENG 102	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
Statistics	MAT 122	F/S/SU	3	College level math course or QMAT place score > 21 or Coreq: MAT 052
Humanities Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
		Total	15
Semester 3 Meet with representatives of four-year schools to discuss/begin the transfer application process. Students in the Commonwealth Commitment program should choose MRK 201 as the Program Elective.
Managerial Accounting	ACC 222	F/S/SU	3	ACC 102
Principles of Management	MGT 211	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Humanities Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
Lab Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	4
Program Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
		Total	16
Semester 4 Continue with/complete the transfer application process. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
Humanities Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
Program Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
Science Elective or Lab Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	3-4
Social Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
		Total	15-16
Total Credits Required:			61-62

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
English: Placement into college level English.
Mathematics: One year of high school algebra with a grade of “C” or higher, or MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or appropriate placement score, or placement into college level mathematics.

Note: Students not meeting program admissions requirements should be accepted to the Business Administration Career - Associate in Science program (Program Code: BB).

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience [at] qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Fingerprinting and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 52.0201.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Career Exploration:

Students can take an online Career Assessment through Career Coach to determine their strengths, then browse through occupations compatible with their interests and assessment results. To access the online assessment and for more information about particular careers and related academic programs at QCC, visit www.QCC.edu/career-assessment.

The actual median salary and position may vary depending on the employee’s educational level and years of experience

Apply for Admission Request Information

Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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