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Program Duration: 1.5 Year Program
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Degree Type: Associate in Arts (A.A.)
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Total Credit Hours: 63
About This Program
The Business — Accelerated program is a select enrollment program that allows motivated students to learn what it takes to be an effective member of the business community and prepares them to transfer to a four-year business school in fewer than 18 months.
Business — Accelerated is a select program that requires the following placement levels:
- English Placement – Must be English 101 ready (you may not combine English 101 with English 108 or English 098)
- Math Placement – Must be Foundational Math 118 ready
Join Us for an Information Session
Learn how you can earn your Business – Accelerated degree in under two years! Join us for one of the following information sessions: March 27 at 6 p.m., March 31 at 12 p.m., April 2 at 6 p.m., April 4 at 10 a.m., April 7 at 10 a.m., April 10 at 12 p.m., April 14 4 p.m., April 16 at 10 a.m., or April 18 at 12 p.m.
RSVP for an Information Session
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the program coordinator, Ruqayyah Archie, at 215-751-8056 or rarchie@ccp.edu.
Apply to the Business - Accelerated Program
If you've already applied and been accepted to Community College of Philadelphia and would like to get started in the Business - Accelerated program this fall, apply to the program today.
Transfer Opportunities
A private university known for its diverse academic programs and global perspective, located in Glenside, Pennsylvania.
Public university in central Pennsylvania offering diverse programs.
A private Catholic university in Radnor, Pennsylvania, known for its commitment to social justice and community engagement.
A private liberal arts college located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs.
A historically Black public university known for rigorous academic programs, dedicated faculty, and supportive student learning resources.
Program Entry Requirements
Demonstration of readiness for ENGL 101 and FNMT 118, as determined by the College's placement or by successfully completing developmental coursework.
Admissions Process:
- Attend an information session facilitated by the Business Administration department.
- Complete and submit a Business — Accelerated Application Package (application, essay, letter of commitment).
- For candidates meeting admissions criteria, interview with the Program Advisor.
Note: Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program of Study and Graduation Requirements
To qualify for the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree in Business — Accelerated, a student must complete a minimum of 63 credit hours as prescribed, earning a "C" or better grade in all courses and earning at least a 2.0 GPA. Most receiving institutions require a higher grade point average. To learn more about requirements of specific four-year schools, students should contact an advisor within the Business — Accelerated program, the Career and Transfer Center at Community College of Philadelphia, or the four-year college to which they intend to transfer.
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.
Launch Your Business Career
- Administrative Services Manager – est. salary $125,651*
- Management Analysts – est. salary $102,892
- Purchasing Manager – est. salary $147,636
- Sales Manager – est. salary $175,574
Career Outlook
Median Salary of an Administrative Services Manager
Number of Jobs in the Region
10-year Job Outlook in the Region for Administrative Services Managers
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.
Starting Pay: $70,115
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.
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