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Management Degree

Associate in Applied Science

Overview

The Associate in Applied Science with a Major in Management degree prepares the student to perform the basic functions of management including planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. Students also develop skills enabling them to communicate effectively using both written and verbal formats; develop and apply business ethics in managerial decision making; analyze and perform accounting operations; recognize and apply legal principles as they relate to business crimes, torts, and contracts; apply the principles of economics to business; and apply the principles of human resource management to the development of a competent business staff. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Admission to the Associate in Applied Science with a Major in Management program is open to all students who have met the appropriate prerequisites or have acceptable placement scores. Students must successfully meet all applicable course prerequisites before enrolling in program courses.

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Management Program FAQs

The program focuses on practical management skills such as supervising employees, communication, decision-making, and operations management. These are the core competencies employers look for when promoting individuals into leadership roles.

Management skills are transferable across industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and business services.

Students who are motivated, interested in leadership, and willing to develop communication and problem-solving skills tend to do well.

Still have questions?

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Kevin S Kingery

Business & Computer Technology

Dept Chair, Bus & Comp Tech

C-209

+1 803-508-7279

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