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Business Administration

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Acquire valuable leadership skills and learn how to make strategic decisions with a degree in business administration. The A.A.S. degree can enhance your existing administrative career or prepare you for entry-level work.

Associate Degree
64 Credit Hours
In-Person
100% Online

Program Overview

A business degree allows you to pursue a professional career in finance, sales, and management. You will learn essential business concepts, including accounting, economics, marketing, and business law. You will also develop the decision-making and leadership skills that potential employers expect to see in their administrators and managers. The A.A.S. program is for students looking to develop essential business skills and enter the workforce immediately upon graduation.

  • Career Outlook

    Organizations in the private, public, and non-profit sectors need professionals with business skills. Managers and administrators plan and coordinate activities that help an organization run efficiently, which is vital to the long-term success of any business operation. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects a 9% growth in administrative and management careers by 2030.

    With your A.A.S. degree from FLCC, you'll be prepared to enter the job market and pursue entry-level positions in management and administration or create your own business as an entrepreneur. Some careers include:

    • Accounting Assistant
    • Human Resource Specialist
    • Insurance Agent
    • Inventory Manager
    • Payroll Clerk

    Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

    Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

    If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

    • Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
    • Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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    Where Our Students Transfer

    If you'd like to continue your business education at a four-year institution, check out our transfer-friendly A.S. degree in Business Administration. While many individual courses in the A.A.S. program may transfer to a four-year institution, the A.S. program is specially designed to earn you maximum college credit at your next college or university.

  • Internship Opportunities with Local Business Leaders

    Gain real-world work experience by enrolling in the business administration internship course. This class pairs you with a local management team in an industry of your choice to provide a hands-on learning experience before graduation.

    Previous graduates have completed internships at a variety of organizations in the region, including:

    • Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce
    • Canandaigua National Bank
    • City of Geneva
    • National Bank of Geneva
    • Thompson Health
  • Sample Courses

    Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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    Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

What Our Students Say

Patrick Climie

One of my favorite things about the program was building strong relationships with my professors. If you work hard and put in the time, they are going to notice and be on your side, sharing scholarship opportunities and introducing you to the people you should know. I appreciated how my professors shared their professional experience with us and made that knowledge relatable.

Patrick Climie '16

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

Earn a quality education at an affordable rate. With our low cost per credit and general scholarship opportunities, you can maximize your potential with minimal debt. Our financial aid counselors will guide you through the process and help you understand college costs.

Program Page Cost Statistics

$5,376

per year for in-state tuition ($224 per credit hour).
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76%

of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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$18M

in financial aid was disbursed to our students last year.
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