Planning for Growth and Success
Through our Business program, you will gain a strong foundation in marketing, management, finance and economics that can lead to a variety of career options. Our program will prepare you to compete in the growing global economy, which, because of technological advancements, particularly in communications, allows people from all corners of the world to do business with one another. Upon completing the Business program, you will be able to prepare, analyze and discuss basic financial statements; evaluate basic managerial and marketing problems and develop solutions; write marketing plans that include notions about social economic impact; and apply quantitative methods to solve common business problems.
Careers
Find your path.
Administrative Services Manager – est. salary $106,611*
Business Intelligence Analyst – est. salary $91,434
Construction Manager – est. salary $80,310
Sales Manager – est. salary $151,244
**EMSI Data, 2019; Philadelphia County, PA; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Transfer Opportunities
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Courses and Completion Sequence
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUSL 101 - Navigating Leadership and Business Professions | 3 credits | BUSL 101 must be taken in the first 12 credits | Major Course |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition I | 3 credits | ENGL 101 | |
| FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra MATH 162 - Precalculus II | 3 credits | The MATH sequence you complete will determine your ability to transfer all credits to specific schools. Please see a Business program advisor for help. | Mathematics |
| CIS 103 - Applied Computer Technology | 3 credits | Tech Competency | |
| ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting | 4 credits | ACCT 101 is a prerequisite for ACCT 102 | Major Course |
Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses and earn at least a 2.0 GPA
- This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a bachelor's degree program after earning their associate's degree
- Follow this course schedule each semester and you’ll earn your associate's degree in two years
- Make sure you discuss your first semester schedule and your educational plan with an advisor or counselor when you register.
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 181 - Principles of Economics (Macroeconomics) | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| ACCT 102 - Managerial Accounting | 3 credits | Major Course | |
| MATH 161 - Precalculus I or MATH 171 - Calculus I |
3 or 4 credits | Two FNMT/MATH courses are required for graduation, and the courses completed will affect the student’s ability to transfer all their math courses if they chose to attend an AACSB accredited business school. | Major Course |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper | 3 credits | ||
| MNGT 121 - Introduction to Business | 3 credits | MNGT 121 is prerequisite for MNGT 141 | Major Course |
Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses and earn at least a 2.0 GPA
- Don’t forget to meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Start planning for transfer:
- Did you know our dual admissions partnerships include scholarship opportunities?
- Learn more about our transfer agreements and use our interactive search tool for your program’s transfer options
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Now is a good time to start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship— You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 3
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNGT 141 - Principles of Management | 3 credits | MNGT 121 is prerequisite | |
| ECON 182 - 182 Principles of Economics (Microeconomics) | 3 credits | ||
| MKTG 131 - Principles of Marketing | 3 credits | MNGT 121 is prerequisite | |
| ECON 112 - Statistics I | 4 credits | ECON 112 is a prerequisite for ECON 114 | |
| HIST 121 - Global History I or HIST 122 - Global History II |
3 credits |
Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses and earn at least a 2.0 GPA
- Meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
- Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
- Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
- Start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship—You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 114 - Statistics II or FIN 151 - Risk Management and Insurance or MNGT 142 - Management Information Systems |
3 credits | Directed Elective | |
| CHEM 121 - College Chemistry I or BIOL 106 - General Biology I or PHYS 111 - General Physics I |
4 credits | The Science course you complete will determine your ability to transfer all credits to specific schools. Please see a Business program advisor for help. | Natural Science Elective |
| ENGL 115 - Public Speaking or ENGL 117 - Group and Team Communication |
3 credits | Humanities Elective | |
| ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology or GEOG 103 - Cultural Geography |
3 credits | Social Science Elective Writing Intensive, Interpretive Studies, American/Global Diversity | |
| MNGT 262 - Business Law | 3 credits | Major Course |
Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses and earn at least a 2.0 GPA
- Congratulations, this is your final semester! Don’t forget to complete your graduation application.
- Meet with an advisor when registering for your classes
- Finalize your transfer plans:
- Meet with a counselor at your selected dual admissions transfer college
- Meet with one of our College’s counselors or an advisor to review transfer requirements
- Take advantage of our scholarship opportunities for transferring students and apply for a scholarship
- Visit Career Connections to learn about internships and your future career possibilities
General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College’s general education requirements is also available.
Featured Career
Administrative Services Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.
$106,611
1,320
in the region
+8%
in the region
Typical Tasks
- Direct or coordinate the supportive services department of a business, agency, or organization.
- Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Set goals and deadlines for the department.
- Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
- Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or the disposal of records.
How well does it pay?
New workers generally start around $67,658. Normal pay for Administrative Services Managers is $106,611 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $176,605.
“I enrolled in CCP as an ESL student at the beginning. And now I am going to graduate after this semester and transferring to Temple University. My major at Temple would be accounting and I am glad to say that my accounting professors are the motivation factors helped me to pick the major that fits best to me. I believe CCP offers the best environment for students who want to be successful. CCP helped me to earn my Associate degree without any student debt.”
Binex Varghese
Program Information
Business - General
Degree Type:
Associate in Arts (A.A.)Credits Needed to Graduate:
63