Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration


(60 Credits)
Hybrid Modality

Program Description

The Associate of Science in Business Administration is a 60 credit hour program that prepares graduates for low level entry business positions. The program introduces students to principles of marketing, management, finance and communication to ensure the comprehension of basic business foundations. 

Students develop critical and leadership skills by examining business case studies. Students apply and create customer-driven experiences based on the business theoretical frameworks by participating in a business expo.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the steps involved in establishing and developing a business, including planning, resource allocation, and growth strategies.
  2.  Demonstrate proficiency in written, verbal, and digital communication skills for professional business contexts.
  3. Describe core principles of marketing, management, finance, and communication to solve business problems and support effective decision-making.
  4. Integrate ethical reasoning, social responsibility, and UIC’s holistic approach into business decision-making and everyday practices.
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Curriculum

60 Credits

COURSE NUMBER COURSE TITLE COURSE TYPE TOTAL COURSE CREDIT/CLOCK HOURS
General Education 15
MAC 1105 College Algebra General Education 3
ENC 1101 English Composition I General Education 3
ENC 1102 English Composition II General Education 3
EUH 1000 Western Civilization General Education 3
BSC 1005 General Biology General Education 3
Core Credits 21
MAN 1020 Introduction to Management Core/Required 3
BUL 2241 Business Law Core/Required 3
ACG 1001 Principles of Accounting Core/Required 3
ENT 2612 Entrepreneurial Creativity And Innovation Core/Required 3
MAR 1011 Principles of Marketing Core/Required 3
ECO 2000 Principles of Economics Core/Required 3
SLS 1205 Self-Empowerment Core/Required 3
Recommended Electives 24
CGS 1848 Google Tools and Apps Elective 3
SPC 1608 Public Speaking Elective 3
PPE 2001 Introduction to Personality Elective 3
COM 2100 Business Communications Elective 3
MAR 2101 Social Media Campaigns Elective 3
ECO 2023 Microeconomics Elective 3
ENT 2212 Entrepreneurial Leadership Elective 3
HLP 131 Stress Management and Yoga Elective 3
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