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Associate of Arts in Business Administration

Potomac State College

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The online Associate of Arts in Business Administration from WVU Potomac State College provides a solid foundation in business principles and technology skills. This program prepares you for a variety of careers in today's rapidly changing global business environment.

Cost:

$244 / Cost per credit hour *

Courses and Credits:

20 courses / 60 credits

Duration:

About two years full-time

Dates:

Next Start: Aug. 20 Admission Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer

Learning Format:

Online asynchronous

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Program Overview

You will embark on a journey to broaden your business acumen with the online Associate of Arts in Business Administration. This program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes micro and macroeconomics, sociology, principles of accounting, statistical inferences, and computer applications. Tailor your elective courses to match your personal and professional interests, ensuring a customized educational experience.


Explore Your Pathways to Success

The online Associate of Arts in Business Administration is for those who expect to complete a baccalaureate degree.

Highly recommended is the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at WVU’s Morgantown Campus, where you can pursue one of two baccalaureate degree programs:

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with eight academic majors: Accounting, Finance, General Business, Global Supply Chain Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing
  • Bachelor of Science in Economics
Additionally, the program's coursework can also be transferred to degree programs at other four-year institutions.

Curriculum

As a student in this program, you must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours of required and elective courses. Given today’s global business environment, it is highly recommended that you consider taking a minimum of six credit hours in a foreign language. You may use credits earned at other institutions and the electives can also be used toward a minor of your choice.

Upon graduation from this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Explain micro and macro economical relationships using graphical analysis.
  • Apply basic accounting principles in the preparation of financial statements.
  • Evaluate accounting information to aid managerial decision making.
  • Relate equilibrium prices and quantities to illustrate demand and supply theories.
  • Understand the fundamental principles of business

View a list of courses that meet each GEF requirement.

NOTE: Some major requirements will fulfill specific GEF requirements. Please see the curriculum requirements listed below for details on which GEFs you will need to select.

General Education Foundations
  • F1: Composition & Rhetoric
    • ENGL 101 & ENGL 102 / or ENGL 103 Introduction to Composition and Rhetoric and Composition, Rhetoric, and Research / Accelerated Academic Writing, 3-6 credit hours
  • F2A/F2B: Science & Technology, 4-6 credit hours
  • F3: Math & Quantitative Reasoning, 3-4 credit hours
  • F4: Society & Connections, 3 credit hours
  • F5: Human Inquiry & the Past, 3 credit hours
  • F6: The Arts & Creativity, 3 credit hours
  • F7: Global Studies & Diversity, 3 credit hours
  • F8: Focus (may be satisfied by completion of a minor, double major, or dual degree), 9 credit hours
Total Hours: 31-37

Please note that not all of the GEF courses are offered at all campuses. Students should consult with their advisor or academic department regarding the GEF course offerings available at their campus.

Curriculum Requirements
  • GEF Elective Requirements (2, 5, 6, and 7), 12 credit hours
  • ENGL 101 & ENGL 102: Introduction to Composition and Rhetoric and Composition, Rhetoric, and Research (GEF 1), 6 credit hours
  • Select one of the following (GEF 3):
    • MATH 124 or MATH 126 Algebra with Applications or College Algebra, 3 credit hours
  • Select one of the following (GEF 8):
    • MATH 150 or MATH 155 Applied Calculus or Calculus 1, 3 credit hours
  • STAT 211:  Elementary Statistical Inference, 3 credit hours
  • CS 101:  Intro to Computer Applications (GEF 2), 4 credit hours
  • PSYC 101:  Introduction to Psychology, 3 credit hours
  • SOC 101:  Introduction to Sociology (GEF 8), 3 credit hours
  • ACCT 201:  Principles of Accounting 1, 3 credit hours
  • ACCT 202:  Principles of Accounting 2, 3 credit hours
  • ECON 201:  Principles of Microeconomics (GEF 4), 3 credit hours
  • ECON 202:  Principles of Macroeconomics (GEF 8), 3 credit hours
  • BCOR 199:  Introduction to Business, 3 credit hours
  • BCOR 299:  Business Communication, 3 credit hours
  • WVUE 191:  First Year Seminar, 1 credit hours
  • Unrestricted Elective, 4 credit hours
Total Hours: 60

Admissions Process and How to Apply

Potomac State has a rolling admissions policy, which means that you should receive a decision within a few weeks after your application and required materials are received. We recommend that you apply as early as possible.

Contact
Christine Hess, Interim Executive Director
(304) 788-6819
1) To apply to Potomac State College as a first-time freshman, please complete the following steps:
Send official transcripts of your previous high school work to Potomac State College. Also send official transcripts of any college work you have completed.
Send transcripts to:
Office of Enrollment Services
WVU Potomac State College
75 Arnold Street
Keyser, WV 26726
OR Email: Go2PSC@mail.wvu.edu OR Order through Parchment
For questions, please contact us at: (304) 788-6820. Toll Free: 1-800-262-7332. Email: Go2PSC@mail.wvu.edu.

2) ACT and SAT scores are used to determine scholarship awards and for placement in math and/or English classes. Although they are not required, if you have taken the ACT and/or SAT, you are encouraged to send the scores to Potomac State College. SAT school code: 5539; ACT school code: 4529; TOEFL code: 5539. Note: If you do not submit these scores, you may be required to take a math and/or English placement test.

Students Who Have Taken the TASC, GED or HiSET
For students who have taken the TASC, GED or HiSET after their anticipated high school graduation date, please submit the WVU Potomac State College application for admission and contact the State Department of Education to request that scores be mailed to the Office of Enrollment Services. Score requirements:
  • Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) - score of 500 on each of the five subtest categories
  • General Equivalency Degree (GED) - average standard score of 2250 (450) or above
  • HiSET exam - minimum score of 45

Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid

The University provides a comprehensive approach to helping you finance your education. Learn more on the WVU Financial Aid Website and the Potomac State College Website.

Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies, and living expenses. Visit the Estimate Costs and Aid webpage to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.

Students are encouraged to:
  • File the application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the June deadline to determine eligibility for funding and scholarships.
  • Inquire with your employer about potential financial support for continuing your education.
Tuition per credit hour is listed on the page of your program of interest. Please note, tuition and fees are reviewed and subject to change at the start of each academic year.

Careers and Employment

An Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Business Management can open various career opportunities in the business field. While some positions may require further education or experience, there are many roles that often consider AA degree holders in business management.

Career Paths

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Office Manager
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Sales Representative
  • Retail Store Manager
  • Assistant Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Operations Coordinator
  • Financial Services Representative
  • Entrepreneur or Small Business Owner

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