Small Business Management Entrepreneur

The Associate of Science in Small Business Management Entrepreneur is designed for individuals planning to start, operate, or work in a small business. Students will develop a strong foundation for business success with a focus on management processes in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling a small business. The program provides essential skills in key areas of entrepreneurial interest and offers student with hands-on experience operating an on-campus business. The program emphasis is placed on starting and managing a small business as well as day-to-day decision making in key areas, such as management, marketing, finance, and communication. Students who successfully complete the Associate of Science in Small Business Management Entrepreneur will be able to: • Gain an understanding of the pros and cons of different business models; • Explore decision making processes used when owning or managing a small business; and • Build skills and knowledge in business planning, communication, and financial management. The Business Department recommends that students planning to transfer select BUSE 119 instead of BUSE 092. Please note that BUSE 230A, BUSE 230B, and BUSE 230C all require concurrent enrollment in a 2-unit, BUSE 270 course.

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The Business Studies program at San Diego City College offers certificates of performance, certificates of achievement, and associate degree awards in the field of business and business-related studies. Areas of emphasis include accounting, business administration, economics, finance, financial services, management, marketing, and real estate. Awards are designed to prepare students with an educational framework for effective managerial leadership in entrepreneurial and corporate business pursuits. Coursework offered by the program equips students for transfer to a four-year institution, while providing foundational skills to obtain entry-level positions or enhance existing job competencies.

Courses Required for the Major: BUSE 100 Introduction to Business 3.0 units (Fall 1) BUSE 101 Business Mathematics 3.0 units (Fall 1) BUSE 102 Introduction to Customer Service 3.0 units (Fall 2) OR BUSE 092 Introduction to Business Communication 3.0 units (Spring 1) BUSE 119 Business Communications 3.0 units (Spring 1) BUSE 150 Human Relations in Business 3.0 units (Fall 2) BUSE 155 Managing the Small Business 3.0 units (Spring 1) BUSE 157 Developing a Plan for the Small Business 3.0 units (Fall 1) BUSE 230A Beginning Small Business Operation 1.5 units (Spring 1) BUSE 230B Intermediate Small Business Operation 1.5 units (Fall 2) CBTE 140 Beginning Microsoft Excel 2.0 units (Spring 2) MARK 100 Principles of Marketing 3.0 units (Spring 2) Select One Course from the Following: BUSE 201 Business Organization and Management 3.0 units (Spring 2) BUSE 230C Advanced Small Business Operation 1.5 units (Spring 2) MARK 105 Professional Selling 3.0 units (Spring 2) MARK 130 Advertising Principles 3.0 units (Spring 2)