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Business Administration Degree / Certificate Programs

Academic Offerings

Available Programs:  

All of the programs and courses provided by the Business Administration department equip students with the knowledge, tools, skill sets and practical experience to be competitive in job markets as well as prepare those who desire bachelor’s degrees and higher. Students enrolled in any Business Administration department program will participate in fully active classroom instruction including both lecture and practical application knowledge delivered in a variety of classroom modalities. Students will be challenged and encouraged by highly skilled and educated faculty members. In addition, in select programs there are opportunities for personal growth and social interaction through co-curricular engagement events and guest speakers.  

Program options offered by the Business Administration department include Associate in Arts Degrees, Associates in Applied Science Degrees and Proficiency Certificates.

  • Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) = A degree that provides students career-specific skills leading directly to employment. Students with this degree may also transfer to bachelor’s degree-granting institutions.
  • Associate in Arts (A.A.) = A degree for those who plan to transfer to bachelor’s degree-granting institutions.
  • Proficiency Certificates = Proficiency certificates are short-term, focused course offerings that are primarily developed to prepare students for employment. Students may also continue their education, since all credits received through the proficiency certificates can potentially transfer seamlessly into an associate’s degree program in a related field.

Degree Programs

Proficiency Certificates 

Course Offerings – All Programs:  https://www.ccp.edu/college-catalog/course-offerings 

Transfer Options – All Programs: https://ccp.edu/academic-offerings/transfer-opportunities 

Academic Advisors

Academic Advisors see students by scheduled appointment only. Please contact the front desk staff (BG-12) to schedule an appointment with your advisor at (215) 751-8777, or book an appointment online through Starfish.

Department of Business Administration Advisors -  

Academic Programs

If you are uncertain which career path to choose, a description of each academic program can be found below:

Accounting

The Accounting degree program provides strong training in accounting theory and the use of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These skills will prepare students to begin a career as a junior accountant, accounts receivable or accounts payable clerk, bookkeeper, or tax preparer. The required courses will allow students to use general ledger software that is used in the accounting field, learn managerial and cost accounting concepts, interpret financial statements to make accurate economics decisions, and effectively present financial information through verbal and written communications. 

Accounting Paraprofessional Proficiency Certificate 

The Accounting Paraprofessional proficiency certificate provides courses that will allow students to maintain a career as accounting paraprofessionals within various industries including business, government, and non-profit organizations. This 16 credit-hour certificate will teach concepts such as the use of computer ledger software to record and analyze financial transactions, financial statement preparation that adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and managerial accounting concepts. The proficiency certificate allows students to gain hands-on experience from knowledgeable instructors that will prepare them for entry-level jobs in the workforce or continuing their education at the College by earning the A.A.S. degree in Accounting. 

Business – Accelerated 

The Business - Accelerated program is a select enrollment program that allows motivated students to learn what it takes to be an effective member of the business community and prepares them to transfer to a four-year business school in less than 18 months. Select students start and complete the program in a cohort, moving through the accelerated program together taking one course during four-week terms or two to three courses during seven-week terms. All courses are offered online, with on-campus networking, workshop, and speakers sessions held on Saturdays throughout the duration of the program. To remain in the program, students are required to enroll in program courses when, and in the sequence, they are offered for the student’s cohort.

Business - General 

The Business General degree provides a strong foundation for transfer to a four-year school and diverse career opportunities. Students who complete this degree can begin working toward a career in Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management, Human Resources, Entrepreneurship, Economics or other related fields. This degree provides the wide range of skills necessary for transfer and success in a bachelor’s degree program, such as: Preparing, understanding and discussing basic financial statements verbally and in writing; Analyzing and evaluating the legal, economic and social impact of business decisions and activities, and; Explaining the historical role of business in different societal and economic systems. These in-demand skills will allow for quick entry into the workforce. Almost every industry employs individuals with a business education, including banking, healthcare, education, government, real estate, retail, finance and insurance, transportation and logistics, advanced manufacturing, advertising and more. 

Post-Baccalaureate Accounting Proficiency Certificate

The Post-Baccalaureate Accounting proficiency certificate is designed for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree in a non-accounting field of study and are looking for a career change as an accountant. Earning this certificate will give you the knowledge and skills required to meet the state requirements and sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. The accounting courses in this program of study are all available online, so you can pursue your career goals whenever it's most convenient for you.