Business Management
Management
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Management
Additional Information: Management Program
Students who wish to pursue an education in the area of Business Management have several options from which to choose. The curricula offerings enable students to begin with a Career Studies Certificate and to continue their studies culminating in an A.A.S. degree in Management.
Possible occupations for graduates: assistant manager, management trainee, manager of a small business, farm manager, bank associate, supervisor, sales representative, and other positions related to the business field and chosen pathway.
The A.A.S. degree program with a major in Management is for people who seek employment or professional development in the business field. Full-time students may complete the following associate in applied science degrees in two years; part-time students determine their own pace. This degree can be completed entirely online.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Business Electives | 9 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BUS 240 | Introduction to Business Law | 3 |
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | 3 |
| ITE 140 | Spreadsheeting for Business | 3 |
| Business Electives | 6 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| MTH 132 | Business Mathematics 1,2 | 3 |
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Business Electives | 6-8 | |
| Credit Hours | 15-17 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| ECO 201 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| FIN 107 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| MTH 155 | Statistical Reasoning | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| On-Site Training | ||
| Seminar and Project | ||
| Business Electives 3,4,5 | 3-4 | |
| Credit Hours | 15-16 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 61-64 | |
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or higher level math
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Students transferring to JMU ADP can take MTH 132 or MTH 161.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP should complete BUS 100 (preferred) or ITE 120.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP should complete CST 100 or CST 110.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP may complete ACC 212 as an elective.
Agribusiness Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGR 141 | Introduction to Animal Science and Technology | 4 |
| AGR 142 | Introduction to Plant Science and Technology | 3 |
| AGR 143 | Introduction to Agribusiness and Financial Management | 3 |
| AGR 144 | Agriculture Human Resource Management | 3 |
| AGR 205 | Soil Fertility and Management | 3 |
| AGR 231 | Agribusiness Marketing, Risk Management, and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| AGR 234 | Chemical Application and Pest Management | 3 |
| AGR 241 | Agricultural Policy, Leadership, and Professional Service | 3 |
| AGR 295 | Topics In - (Ag. Mechanics & Lab Mgmt.) | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| HRT 260 | Introduction To Floral Design | 3 |
Construction Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARC 133 | Construction Methodology & Procedures I | 3 |
| ARC 225 | Site Planning and Technology | 3 |
| BLD 101 | Construction Management I | 3 |
| BLD 165 | Construction Field Operations | 2 |
| BLD 231 | Construction Estimating I | 3 |
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business 2 | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| CAD 161 | Blueprint Reading I | 2 |
| CIV 171 | Surveying I | 3 |
| SAF 130 | Industrial Safety - OSHA 10 | 1 |
Office Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AST 101 | Keyboarding I | 2 |
| AST 102 | Keyboarding II | 3 |
| AST 205 | Business Communications | 3 |
| AST 238 | Word Processing Advanced Operations | 3 |
| AST 243 | Office Administration I | 3 |
| AST 298 | Seminar and Project | 1 |
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business 2 | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
Small Business Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business 2 | 3 |
| BUS 165 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 205 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| MKT 284 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
Supervisor Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business 2 | 3 |
| BUS 118 | Concepts of Supervision | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| FIN 215 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MKT 100 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
Additional Business Electives
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 212 | Principles of Accounting II 1 | 3 |
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business 2 | 3 |
| CST 100 | Principles of Public Speaking 3 | 3 |
| CST 110 | Introduction to Human Communication 3 | 3 |
| ITE 120 | Principles of Information Systems 2 | 3 |
| MTH 132 | Business Mathematics 4 | 3 |
| MTH 161 | Precalculus I 4 | 3 |
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Students transferring to JMU ADP may complete ACC 212 as an elective.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP should complete BUS 100 (preferred) or ITE 120.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP should complete CST 100 or CST 110.
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Students transferring to JMU ADP can take MTH 132 or MTH 161.
Construction Supervisor
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program
Construction Supervisor Career Studies Certificate prepares students interested in construction management to acquire necessary knowledge and skills in construction site planning, blueprint reading, estimate analysis, document/construction codes preparation, human resource allocation, field operations, site/equipment safety, and facilities management.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARC 133 | Construction Methodology & Procedures I | 3 |
| ARC 225 | Site Planning and Technology | 3 |
| BLD 101 | Construction Management I | 3 |
| BLD 165 | Construction Field Operations | 2 |
| BLD 231 | Construction Estimating I | 3 |
| CAD 161 | Blueprint Reading I | 2 |
| CIV 171 | Surveying I | 3 |
| ITE 140 | Spreadsheeting for Business | 3 |
| SAF 130 | Industrial Safety - OSHA 10 | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 23 | |
Introduction to Agriculture Science
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program; Agriculture
This program is designed for students who have a general interest in agriculture and who desire to either become employed in the agriculture industry or have a vision of beginning their own agricultural enterprise. Local opportunities for engaging in this industry are numerous and will allow for students to be employed directly into the workforce or continue on in their education in the field.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGR 141 | Introduction to Animal Science and Technology | 4 |
| Select Two of the Following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Plant Science and Technology | ||
| Introduction to Agribusiness and Financial Management | ||
| Agriculture Human Resource Management | ||
| Soil Fertility and Management | ||
| Agribusiness Marketing, Risk Management, and Entrepreneurship | ||
| Agricultural Policy, Leadership, and Professional Service | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 10 | |
Sustainable Agriculture Practices
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program; Agriculture
This Career Studies Certificate provides students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in modern agriculture. The program introduces key concepts in plant and animal sciences, agri‑business, natural resources, and emerging agricultural technologies. Students will explore career pathways in Virginia’s diverse and evolving agricultural industry while gaining hands‑on experience through applied coursework. This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry‑level employment, further study in agriculture‑related fields, or progression into advanced agricultural training programs.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGR 141 | Introduction to Animal Science and Technology | 4 |
| AGR 142 | Introduction to Plant Science and Technology | 3 |
| AGR 143 | Introduction to Agribusiness and Financial Management | 3 |
| AGR 231 | Agribusiness Marketing, Risk Management, and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Select One of the Following | 3 | |
| Agriculture Human Resource Management | ||
| Soil Fertility and Management | ||
| Chemical Application and Pest Management | ||
| Agricultural Policy, Leadership, and Professional Service | ||
| Animal Production, Products and Emerging Technologies | ||
| Topics In - | ||
| Introduction To Floral Design | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | |
Office Professional Technologies
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program
Purpose: This program is designed for students who seek to develop or enhance their professional office administration, business communication and Microsoft Office Suite skills, which are essential in the office environment.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AST 101 | Keyboarding I 1 | 2 |
| AST 205 | Business Communications | 3 |
| AST 238 | Word Processing Advanced Operations | 3 |
| AST 243 | Office Administration I | 3 |
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | ||
| Spreadsheeting for Business | ||
| AST 298 | Seminar and Project | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | |
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Students interested in testing out of this course should contact the instructor for additional information.
Small Business Management
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program
The Small Business Management Career Studies Certificate will prepare students to start or manage a small business in many industry sectors--from service-focused to product-focused enterprises. The small business management classes will cover critical skills, including making sound decisions in differing economic conditions, writing effective business plans, marketing and e-marketing products or services, and managing finances while building company value.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 211 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| BUS 165 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUS 205 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | 3 |
| ITE 140 | Spreadsheeting for Business | 3 |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| MKT 284 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| MTH 132 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 24 | |
Supervisor Basics
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Information: Management Program
Purpose: To provide students with an opportunity to acquire basic skills and knowledge in the areas of leadership and supervision. Studies will include topics in marketing, information technology, leadership skills, problem solving, decision making, effective communications, dealing with conflict and employee relations, delegation, motivation, time management, team building, process improvement and others. Once completed, courses in this career studies certificate may be applied toward the A.A.S. degree in Business Management.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| BUS 118 | Concepts of Supervision | 3 |
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS 240 | Introduction to Business Law | 3 |
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | 3 |
| ITE 140 | Spreadsheeting for Business | 3 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| MKT 100 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 24 | |