2026 - 2027 Catalog

Business Management

Associate of Applied Science — Fully online program

OBJECTIVE

Graduates of this degree program know major concepts in accounting, business, business ethics, business law, and finance. They can demonstrate management skills including planning and decision-making, organizing, controlling, and leading employees. They can interpret basic financial data and perform basic accounting skills. They can use computer applications for the business environment. Graduates value written and interpersonal communication, critical thinking and problem solving, information and financial literacy, and the significance of diversity awareness skills in academic and workplace situations.

TYPICAL CAREER PATHS

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Call Center Representative
  • Sales Representative
Applicants for careers in this field may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as, but not limited to, criminal background checks, and drug/or alcohol testing. Employment decisions, including whether to require background checks and other tests, are made at the discretion of the employer. Rasmussen does not pre-screen for enrollment in this program. Any prospective student must consider their history, lifestyle and future actions before enrolling in this program, and carefully consider whether their actions may prevent them from attaining employment in the field they choose to pursue. Additional requirements, such as industry-specific training may be required to obtain employment in this field.

DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION COURSES

  • Knowledge Credit Self-Directed Assessment Available