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Program Duration: 2 Year Program
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Degree Type: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
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Total Credit Hours: 61
About This Program
Learn how to present data, lead initiatives, manage people, effectively use technology and operate within current laws in the Business Leadership program. This course of study will enhance your business knowledge for opportunities in most industries, including for-profits, non-profits and government agencies, and can help you improve or launch your own business. You can expand your expertise by earning the Corporate Social Responsibility and/or Entrepreneurship proficiency certificates. After graduation, you may also transfer and pursue a bachelor's degree, giving you additional options for future growth and success.
Transfer Opportunities
Public university in central Pennsylvania offering diverse programs.
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.
A private research university in Philadelphia known for co-op programs and innovation.
A private Christian university known for its faith-based education.
Course Sequence
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Number and Name BUSL 101 - Navigating Leadership and Business Professions | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes Prerequisite for BUSL 125 and BUSL 180 | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name ENGL 101 - English Composition I or ENGL 101H - English Composition I (Honors) | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Writing, Research, Info Lit 1 |
| Course Number and Name CIS 103 - Introduction to Information Technology | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Technological Competency |
| Course Number and Name BUSL 125 - Customer Service Leadership* | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes Prerequisite for BUSL 215 | Course Type |
| Course Number and Name Complementary Discipline Course Sequence | Credits 3 or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students should be enrolled in a proficiency certificate, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate, the Entrepreneurship Certificate, or another related proficiency certificate or equivalent to complete the minimum 15 | Course Type Major Course |
Notes:
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Number and Name MNGT 121 - Introduction to Business | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name ENGL 102 - The Research Paper or ENGL 102H - The Research Paper (Honors) | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes Prerequisite for BUSL 240 | Course Type Writing, Research, Info Lit 2 |
| Course Number and Name FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes Students must complete FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 or have FNMT 118 (or higher) placement | Course Type Quantitative Reasoning |
| Course Number and Name ECON 120 - Introduction to Business Analytics | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
| Course Number and Name Complementary Discipline Course Sequence | Credits 3 or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students should be enrolled in a proficiency certificate, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate, the Entrepreneurship Certificate, or another related proficiency certificate or equivalent to complete the minimum 15 credits in a complementary discipline. | Course Type Major Course |
Notes:
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Number and Name BUSL 180 - Building Teams & Managing People | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes Prerequisite for BUSL 240 | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name ACCT 111 - Business Accounting | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name ENGL 115 - Public Speaking or ENGL 116 - Interpersonal Communication or ENGL 117 - Group and Team Communication or ENGL 118 - Intercultural Communication | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Oral Communication/Creative Expression |
| Course Number and Name Complementary Discipline Course Sequence | Credits 3 or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students should be enrolled in a proficiency certificate, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate, the Entrepreneurship Certificate, or another related proficiency certificate or equivalent to complete the minimum 15 credits in a complementary discipline. | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name Complementary Discipline Course Sequence | Credits 3 or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students should be enrolled in a proficiency certificate, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate, the Entrepreneurship Certificate, or another related proficiency certificate or equivalent to complete the minimum 15 | Course Type Major Course |
Notes:
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Number and Name SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology or SOC 101H - Introduction to Sociology (Honors) or ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology or PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology or PSYC 101H - 101H Introduction to Psychology (Honors) | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Cultural Analysis & Interpretation |
| Course Number and Name BUSL 240 - Ethics and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Business | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name EASC 111 - Environmental Conservation or EASC 111H - Environmental Conservation (Honors) or CHEM 101 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I (Lab Based) or BIOL 106 - General Biology I or PHYS 111 - General Physics I or higher | Credits 3 credits or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students in the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate should choose EASC 111. | Course Type Scientific Reasoning |
| Course Number and Name BUSL 215 - Organizational Leadership | Credits 3 credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type Major Course |
| Course Number and Name Complementary Discipline Course Sequence (If a 5th course is needed to complete the minimum 15 credit hour complementary discipline course sequence.) | Credits 3 or 4 credits | Advisory Notes Students should be enrolled in a proficiency certificate, such as the Corporate Social Responsibility proficiency certificate, the Entrepreneurship Certificate, or another related proficiency certificate or equivalent to complete the minimum 15 credits in a complementary discipline. If a minimum of 15 credit hours has already been completed in a complementary discipline area, this fifth course in the sequence is not required. | Course Type Major Course |
Notes:
- 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
Launch Your Career in Business Leadership
- Administrative Services Managers est. salary $125,651*
- General and Operations Managers est. salary $138,654*
- Marketing Managers est. salary $170,324*
- Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate est. salary $64,864
**EMSI Data, 2022; The greater Philadelphia region; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Career Outlook
$46,299
Median Salary of a Management Analyst
4,985
Number of Jobs in the Region
+13.5%
10-year Job Outlook in the Region for Management Analysts
Management Analyst
Advisor of organization's efficiency and profitability through cost reduction and increased revenue.
Starting Pay: $55,774
Typical Tasks
- Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
- Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.
- Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
- Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
- Plan study of work problems and procedures, such as organizational change, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis.
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