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Business (AS)

Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business

The Associate of Science in Business provides foundational knowledge in business principles, organizational leadership, marketing, finance and operations. Students develop practical skills that prepare them for immediate employment while also creating a pathway for continued study in business and related fields.

Program Snapshot

Undergraduate - Associate of Science

Degree Type: Associate of Science

Program Credit: 62


Why study Business (A.S.) at Houghton?

Choosing an associate degree at Houghton means more than completing coursework. Students learn in a Christ-centered community where faculty mentorship, small class sizes and individualized support help them grow academically, professionally, and spiritually. An Associate of Science in Business is a strategic first step toward a bachelor's degree or leveraging career opportunities more quickly.

Sample Courses


Business Core Requirements (15 credits)
Course Credits
ACCT 211 Financial Accounting 3
BADM 201 Business Communication 3
BADM 212 Principles of Management 3
BADM/COMM 218 Marketing Principles 3
ECON 210 Principles of Microeconomics 3
Total 15
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