Business and Entrepreneurial Studies
Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
(Career-Oriented)
| Hegis Code: 5004 | Admissions: 1-800-724-0833 ext. 5018 or 5022 |
| NYSED Code: 01704 | admissions@sunyulster.edu |
Program Description
Students who complete this program earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. The program is sufficiently comprehensive to qualify graduates for a variety of entry positions in business and industry, It also prepares students to begin the process of owning a small business. The business and entrepreneurship associate will be able to assist or manage in the areas of planning, organizing, leading and fiscal management. The business associate will be able to use critical thinking processes incorporated with computer and communication skills while employing a teamwork approach to reach the goals of the organization. This program is not designed as a transfer program.
Employment Potential
Graduates of this program could fill entry-level management trainee positions in business and industry. Graduates are also equipped with the skills of small business management.
Requirements for Program Entry
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Satisfactory placement in Entering Student Assessment
Developmental Assistance Available
For students who do not meet basic reading and math requirements, or who have other learning issues, extra assistance is readily available through SUNY Ulster's Learning Center, Times Square math lab, the Writing Center, the Peer and Friend Tutor Program, and English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors.
For More Information
Cornelia Denvir
Chairperson, Business and Professional Studies
Office: Hasbrouck Hall, HAS 212B
Phone: 800:724-0833, ext 5203 or
845:687-5203
E-mail: denvirc@sunyulster.edu
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| Curriculum Click on the Course Number for the course description. |
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| First Semester | ||
| Course Number | Description | Credits |
| BUS 102 | Mathematics for Business and Industry | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BUS 171 * | Computer Applications in Business | 3 |
| ENG 101 | College English I | 3 |
| Elective | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BUS 150 | Business Economics | 3 |
| COM 105 | Presentational Speaking | 3 |
| ENG 227 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| LIB 111 | Information Literacy | 1 |
| Elective ** | Mathematics Elective (MAT 098 or higher) | 3-4 |
| Elective | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Semester Credits | 16-17 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| ACC 101 | Principles of Accounting I | 4 |
| BUS 201 | Business Law I | 3 |
| BUS 203 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
| BUS 209 | Principles of Advertising | 3 |
| Elective | Open Elective | 3-4 |
| Semester Credits | 16-17 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
ACC 102 or ACT 215 *** |
Principles of Accounting II or Taxes in the Business Environment |
3 |
| BUS 207 | Human Relations Training | 3 |
| BUS 224 | Personal and Entrepreneurial | 3 |
| BUS 272 | Spreadsheets and Financial Management | 3 |
| Elective | Natural Science Elective | 3-4 |
| Semester Credits | 15-16 | |
| Total Credits | 62-65 | |
NOTE: Through advisement, students will also fulfill General Education Requirements. |
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* Keyboarding skills are required for this course. *** Prerequisite for ACC 102 is ACC 101 and MAT 100 with a grade of C or better. Prerequisite for ACT 215 is ACC 101 or ACC 200 with a grade of C- or better. |
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