Management Concentration (MNGT)

Associate in Science Degree in Business (ASB_BUSN)

Associate degree programs in the Department of Business Administration are nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Students who successfully complete the Management concentration demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of a range of management concepts and approaches. They also are able to successfully apply tools and techniques for management decision-making and can conduct research using a variety of resources, including online databases. In addition, this program assists students in developing communication, interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills essential in today’s business environment.

Management Strategy (BUSN 2070) serves as the capstone course for this concentration. The Management concentration prepares students for entry-level positions such as assistant manager or manager-in-training in various organizational settings. Students may choose to transfer to four-year institutions to earn bachelor’s degrees and should consult colleges for information on transferable courses.

Note: Many courses require prerequisites, corequisites and/or testing. See course descriptions for details.

RECOMMENDED COURSE SEQUENCE

TRANSFER OPTIONS

OPTION 1: Complete a CCRI Business Administration degree program and transfer to one of the four-year colleges with which CCRI has transfer agreements. Course credits transfer differently from college to college. Consult with Advising and Counseling for specifics. Under the articulation transfer policy, students completing a CCRI associate in science degree in business with at least a 2.4 GPA are guaranteed admission to Rhode Island College (RIC) or the University of Rhode Island (URI). The applicability of courses toward the baccalaureate degree is determined by the receiving institution. For more information, visit www.ritransfers. org and contact your CCRI adviser.

OPTION 2: Participate in the Joint Admissions Agreement (JAA) and take the courses in one of the approved JAA transition plans for transfer into specific business-related majors at RIC or URI. Students who successfully complete JAA requirements are guaranteed transfer of their courses and acceptance for the intended major at RIC or URI. For more information on the benefits of participating in JAA, visit www.ccri.edu/jaa or www.ritransfers.org and contact your CCRI adviser.

Total General Education Requirements Credits 27

Total Major Requirements Credits 35

Total Program Credits 62