Associate of Science in Business- Transfer Degree
The Associate of Science in Business program at State Tech is designed for students who want to start strong and go further. As State Tech’s only transfer degree, this program provides a solid foundation in business principles, communication, and general education, all while preparing students to seamlessly continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree in business or related fields.
Built around Missouri’s CORE 42 curriculum, the program guarantees transfer of general education credits to Missouri’s four-year institutions. Students complete 60 total credit hours, including courses that cover essential business concepts like accounting, management, and economics.
With a blend of hands-on learning and academic rigor, graduates leave State Tech equipped with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in upper-level coursework and beyond, whether their next step is a university classroom or the start of a professional career.
At State Tech, your business journey begins here, with a degree built for what’s next.
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Why study Associate of Science in Business at State Tech
Job Demand
Business graduates from State Tech enter a world where nearly every industry needs their versatile skills, finance, operations, project management, marketing, and more. The flexibility and breadth of a business degree mean they can pivot among roles and adapt to market demands, making them valuable to employers seeking analytical thinkers, leaders, and problem-solvers.
Hands-on Education
The program is designed for students who want to complete their 2-year degree and then transfer to a 4-year to earn a bachelor’s degree. Equipped with a knowledge base that will prepare students for a degree in business or many other degree paths.
Graduate Job-Ready
Whether you’re planning to earn a bachelor’s degree in business or other subjects, our Associate of Science in Business program is a powerful kick start for whatever comes next. Designed as a two-year transfer degree, the curriculum includes 44 credits of business and general education courses that are approved for Missouri Core 42 transfer, ensuring these courses transfer to all Missouri public colleges and universities when you enroll to pursue your bachelor’s degree. This helps make the transition to your next degree easy and gets you moving quickly along your career path.
What You'll learn
Our Associate of Science in Business program is a powerful kick start for whatever comes next. Designed as a two-year transfer degree, the curriculum includes 44 credits of business and general education courses that are approved for Missouri Core 42 transfer, ensuring these courses transfer to all Missouri public colleges and universities when you enroll to pursue your bachelor’s degree. This helps make the transition to your next degree easy and gets you moving quickly along your career path.
Program Details
Highlights
- Learn the most recent trends and technologies in business with our annually updated curriculum.
- Students are prepared for positions in virtually any business, government agency, or organization.
Interesting Courses
The program prepares its graduates for entry-level positions such as accounting technician, administrative assistant, computer support specialist, office manager or assistant office manager, administrative services manager or assistant administrative services manager, retail manager, human resources technician, marketing assistant, executive assistant, and bookkeeping or accounting assistant in a variety of business enterprises, government agencies, and organizations. In addition, the program provides an opportunity for technicians and other skilled workers to benefit from an education in business, entrepreneurship, and management principles.
Concentrations
Increasing use of technology and organizational restructuring results in the need for employees to have higher levels of business knowledge and computer and other associated skills. The Business Administration program is designed to meet these current business and industry trends. It also serves as a broad entry-level starting point for those individuals who are transitioning into a new career.
Career Possibilities
- Office or Retail Manager
- Accounting Technician
- Executive Assistant
- Banking Associate
Accreditation
This program is seeking accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
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Truly hands-on education
We believe time-on-task has to be part of your education. That means time spent learning from experienced instructors in real-world environments and real-world situations. That’s why the State Tech campus is home to more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, aviation hangar, and 40+ acres of land dedicated to our heavy equipment operations program.
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