Business Management, AS

The program in business management at Irvine Valley College prepares students to enter management positions in the public and private sector in such areas as retail, wholesale, trades, banking, import export, and government. The curriculum includes lower division courses that are transferable to four-year colleges and universities for those intending to pursue a baccalaureate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Satisfy the educational requirements necessary to successfully pursue a baccalaureate degree in Business Management.
Demonstrate an understanding of the complex nature of business in a diverse global economy by integrating knowledge of the elements of American business and economic principles including accounting, finance, management, marketing, and human relations in organizations.
Demonstrate the ability to apply theory, critical-thinking, and analytical skills to practical issues and problems that decision-makers in the field of business and management are likely to face.
Reflect appropriate leadership traits and teamwork skills during group activities and collaborative projects conducted and/or initiated by the instructor.
Demonstrate the ability to identify ethical issues in various business situations and articulate a thoughtful position in response to those issues.

Complete the following courses:

ACCT 1A FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 4 Units
CS 1 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SYSTEMS 3 Units
OR
CS 1H INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SYSTEMS HONORS 3 Units
MGT 1 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 3 Units
MGT 12A THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS 3 Units
MGT 104 BUSINESS COMMUNICATION 3 Units
MGT 125 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR 3 Units
MGT 135 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3 Units

Total Units Required: 22

Recommended Electives:

ACCT 114 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS 3 Units
CIM 112.1 SPREADSHEETS I 1.5 Units
CIM 112.2 SPREADSHEETS II 1.5 Units
MGT 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: MANAGEMENT 1 Unit
OR
MGT 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: MANAGEMENT 2 Units
OR
MGT 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: MANAGEMENT 3 Units
OR
MGT 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: MANAGEMENT 4 Units
CIM 117 SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING 3 Units
OR
ENTR 117 SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING 3 Units
ECON 1 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS - MICRO 3 Units
OR
ECON 1H PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS - MICRO HONORS 3 Units
ECON 2 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS - MACRO 3 Units
OR
ECON 2H PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS - MACRO HONORS 3 Units
MGT 68 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3 Units
MGT 102 PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR BUSINESS 3 Units
MGT 115 DIVERSITY, BUSINESS AND THE WORKPLACE 3 Units
MGT 288 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Units
WR 1 COLLEGE WRITING 1 4 Units
OR
WR 1H COLLEGE WRITING 1 HONORS 4 Units

To earn the associate degree:

See Earning an Associate Degree for associate degree graduation requirements.

To transfer:

Courses required for the associate degree major at IVC may not be the same as those required for the major at a four-year school. If you plan to transfer, consult a counselor to identify the courses needed for the major at your transfer school and to develop a plan that will best meet your goals. View more information about transferring at Transfer to a Four-Year Institution .

Third-party credentialing:

Third-party credentialing may be subject to change without notice. This information is accurate as of the publication date of this catalog. For the most current information, please consult with the area dean.

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