
The Business Administration program will prepare students for entry-level or promotional opportunities in the business industry. The program will enhance the student’s education level and represent the foundation for higher levels of academics. Courses will be designed to provide students with the foundational information, principles, theories, and techniques necessary to work in a particular trade or profession in the field of business. Students will be introduced to real world case studies to enhance the learning process, as well as have the opportunity to conduct research and interviews of those who have been successful in the industry. This program has been articulated with some area high schools. Recent high school graduates may have earned credit in this program through high school coursework. Refer to the Dual Credit webpage for more information.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Business Administration program at South Suburban College is to meet the needs of students to effectively understand foundational information, principles, theories, and techniques required to work in a variety of jobs and career fields within the business industry.
Our vision is to provide students with a clear understanding of real world and interactive skills required to be successful in the field of business. Student will be better prepared to enter into a four year university or increase their job opportunities.
Vision Statement
To provide students with a clear understanding of real world and interactive skills required to be successful in the field of business. Student will be better prepared to enter into a four year university or increase their job opportunities.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Through quality instruction from faculty and input from the Advisory Board Committee, the following goals have been established for the Business Program:
- provide foundational information, principles, theories, and techniques necessary to work in the business industry;
- perform more knowledgeably and effectively in the interrelated areas of the business industry;
- enhance critical thinking and problem solving skills for effective decision-making;
- enhance communication skills required to be successful in the business environment;
- gain valuable on-the-job work experience in a business trade or profession by completing an internship within a professional office environment.
Business Administration Degree (BUS.AAS.ADMIN)
The AAS of Business Administration will prepare students for entry-level or promotional opportunities in the field of business administration. The program will enhance the student’s education level and represent the foundation for higher levels of academics. Courses will be designed to provide students with the foundational information, principles, theories, and techniques necessary to work in the business industry. Students will be introduced to real-world case studies to enhance the learning process, as well as have the opportunity to conduct research and interviews of those who have been success in the industry.
Overview for College Success
Overview for College Success (OCS 121) is a course is designed to assist students in the navigation of becoming successful in college and life. Major topics include setting academic, career and personal goals; effective communication strategies; study skills; critical thinking; self-discovery; and learning styles. In addition, this course delves into topics such as stress management, diversity and other well-being topics. Students will develop educational and career plans, learn to utilize college resources and receive extensive help in course planning. OCS 121 credit is not calculated in the course minimum credit totals listed in this section.
Students must take OCS 121 if they meet one or more of the following:
- First time degree seeking students.
- Transfer student with less than 12 credit hours and no evidence of similar course on transcript.
- Registering for 6 or more credits.
- Test into 2 or more developmental classes.
- Currently does not have OCS credit or registered for OCS.
Overview for College Success | CREDITS | |
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OCS 121 | Overview for College Success | 1 |
General Education | ||
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BUS 105 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
ECO 201 | Principles of Macro Economics | 3 |
ENG 101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
SPE 108 | Oral Communication | 3 |
GROUP II | Select from Humanities Elective Students earning an Associate degree must meet the requirement for coursework on improving human relations as defined in Public Act 87-581. |
3 |
Core Courses | ||
ACC 120 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
BUS 108 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
BUS 220 | Principles of Management | 3 |
BLW 201 | Introduction to Business Law | 3 |
MIS 101 | Computer Literacy & Applications | 3 |
OAT 172 | Business Communication | 3 |
Concentration Business Administration | ||
ACC 121 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
BLW 203 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
BUS 137 | International Business Practice Firm | 3 |
BUS 203 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
BUS 253 | Marketing Management Internship I | 3 |
BUS 271 | Principles of Finance | 3 |
BUS 285 | Operation Management | 3 |
ECO 202 | Principles of Micro Economics | 3 |
OAT 115 | Microsoft Outlook | 1 |
OAT 116 | SharePoint | 1 |
Minimum for Degree | 62 |