Associate of Applied Science Degree Program
The two-year Entry-Management degree prepares you to become an effective business leader in today’s rapidly changing competitive
business environment. The program develops skills in accounting, motivating and managing employees, communication, marketing,
public speaking, business software, community service, and financial management. Whether you are new to the business world or are
seeking to upgrade your skills, the program will provide the training you need to succeed.
The two-year curriculum combines “leading edge” classroom instruction with on-the-job training (cooperative work experience). To qualify for the A.A.S. degree, you must satisfactorily complete all required courses including six credits of Cooperative Work Experience.
Employment Outlook
According to the Oregon Department of Labor, the projected growth rate in this occupation state wide is expected to
exceed 14% over the next 10 years. Employment opportunities are good and vacancies can be expected to be found mainly in the private sector.
You can expect to take courses in these subjects:
- Intro to Business
- Fundamentals of Public Speaking
- Business Leadership
- Intro to Economics
- Technical Report Writing
- Retailing
- Business Math
- Business Communications
- Intro to Business Statistics
- Elements of Supervision
- Cooperative Work Experience-Management
- Other Subject Areas
For more information, contact
Bill Armstrong
Phone: (541)440-7791
Email: Bill.Armstrong@umpqua.edu
Umpqua Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
This page last updated 5-10-07.