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Kelly Kilcrease
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR -
William Troy
SENIOR LECTURER
Business Administration (A.S.)
Business Administration (A.S.)
Gain experience in economics, finance, accounting and marketing as you prepare for a career in business
What is business administration?
Business administration builds a foundation in accounting and finance, economics, marketing, management,business analytics, international business and more. A fundamental understanding of business offers you knowledge and skills that are valuable in virtually any industry. An associate degree in business administration prepares you for a career or serves as a springboard to a bachelor’s degree program.
Why study business administration at UNH Manchester?
Located in the economic heart of New Hampshire, UNH Manchester’s business administration program gives you the skills and connections to become a successful, innovative leader. This highly interdisciplinary program is designed as a stepping-stone to careers or further education in accounting, marketing, technology, human resources, management and more. Through real-world experience with industry partners, you’ll gain the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills that today’s employers look for.
Potential career areas
- Accounting
- Advertising, promotions and marketing
- Finance
- Human resources
- Market research
- Sales
Curriculum & Requirements
Our Associate in Science degree in Business Administration is designed to provide students with a stepping stone to a career. Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level employment opportunities or to continue their education at the baccalaureate level.
Students must complete a minimum of 64 credits to graduate with an associate of science degree in business administration. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation. In addition to completing eight Discovery Program courses and one Inquiry or Inquiry-attribute course within their first 48 earned credits, students must complete six courses (24 credits) in the major and one elective course.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| BUS 400 | Introduction to Business | 4 |
| BUS 532 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 533 | Introduction to Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| ECN 412 | Introduction to Microeconomic Principles | 4 |
| Business Administration Electives | ||
| Select two of the following courses: 1,2 | 8 | |
BUS 430 | Introduction to Business Statistics | |
BUS 601 | Financial Management | |
BUS 610 | Marketing Principles and Applications | |
BUS 620 | Organizational Behavior | |
CA 450 | Introduction to Public Speaking | |
CMN 457 | Introduction to Language and Social Interaction | |
COMP 405 | Introduction to Web Design and Development | |
ECN 411 | Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles | |
ECN #635 | Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity | |
ECN 640 | Business Law and Economics | |
ECN 650 | Economics for Managers | |
Other 600-level ECN or BUS courses by permission of instructor | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select one elective | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 28 | |
| 1 | Students may select electives from 600-level ECN or BUS courses with advisor permission. |
| 2 | Students planning to pursue the B.A. in business should select BUS 430 Introduction to Business Statistics and ECN 411 Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles. |
For more information, contact Kelly Kilcrease, program coordinator, at Kelly.Kilcrease@unh.edu, or contact the Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150.
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Our campus is in the heart of the region’s cultural, economic, entertainment and government activity — putting unlimited internship opportunities at your doorstep. We’ve partnered with local businesses to give you the real-world experience that sets you apart. Business students have interned at many high-profile organizations in the area, including:
- Advance Technology
- Alpha Loft
- Fidelity Investments
- Liberty Mutual
- Stay Work Play
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