Our Business Administration programs teach you the interpersonal, technical, and managerial competence required to be successful in a career in business.
The AA and AS-T degree programs will give you a strong foundation of business knowledge while preparing you to transfer and pursue a four-year degree in Business Administration. We also offer a variety of certificate programs that let you specialize in a particular business sector such as retail management, entrepreneurship, global trade and business, management, marketing, and hospitality.
Programs and Degrees
Associate in Arts Degree
The AA and AS degrees can stand alone, giving you the skills to enter the workforce. Or, they can be the first steps towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year university.Associate in Science Degree for Transfer
Earning an AA-T or AS-T degree at PCC guarantees you admission to many four-year universities with junior standing and prepares you to complete a bachelor degree in a similar major at a CSU or a participating UC, HBCU or private university.Certificates of Achievement
Our Certificates of Achievement give you the knowledge and training you need to enter a specialized career or enhance your skills for advancement in your job. Designated certificates (18+ units), combined with the completion of General Education coursework may also be applied to an Associate Degree to further increase your employability.- Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
- Business Administration - Financial Investments
- Business Administration - International Business/Trade
- Business Administration - Management
- Business Administration - Marketing Management
- Business Administration - Retail Management
Go to Certificate of Achievements or Find Program Outlines in the Course Catalog
Associate in Science Degree
The AS degrees in Career Technical Education prepare you with the unique skills needed to enter a specialized career field. You may also choose to continue your studies and earn a Bachelor's degree in a related field.When earning an AS degree in Business Administration, you will choose one of the above Certificate of Achievements as your major. In addition to the Certificate Requirements, you will need to complete the general education requirements for an AS degree.
Occupational Skills Certificate
Earning an Occupational Skills Certificate develops your job skills in a special area of occupational education in a short period of time. Successful completion may certify that you are prepared with job entry skills and/or skills to upgrade or advance in an existing career.Courses
Business Administration courses can be taken individually or as part of a planned program leading to one of our degrees or certificates. Use the links below to see full course descriptions and our current offerings.