Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

Business Administration (213) Associate of Science Degree


Purpose: The Business Administration AS program is designed for a person who plans to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree program in business, by fully meeting the standards of Transfer Virginia. 

Educational or Occupational Objectives: Virginia Peninsula’s Business Administration program is the first step to pursuing a baccalaureate degree in Business. If you complete Virginia Peninsula’s program with a qualifying grade point average, you will benefit from special admissions agreements that Virginia Peninsula has with more than 20 Virginia colleges and universities. Pursue careers in accounting, economics, business administration, international business, health services management, management information, and more. Students should consult with an academic advisor to ensure any changes in the recommended courses will satisfy four-year college or university requirements.

Admission Requirements: Students should be proficient in basic keyboarding before entering this program.

Articulation Agreement/s: Students who are interested in enrolling in the Business Administration plan through Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding  or Southern New Hampshire University   view the plans through the links provided and meet with Academic Advising early to determine and discuss requirements.

Students enrolled in this two-year transfer program may also be eligible for Passport Course or Uniform Certificate of General Studies  consideration. Please review the link provided for more information and meet with your advisor for details.  

 

eCampus


This program is fully accessible and can be completed through eCampus (web-based learning) or students can learn in a traditional classroom environment.

Semester Total Credits 16


Semester Total Credits 16


Semester Total Credits 15


Semester Total Credits 15/16


Total Minimum Credits 62/63


Students are strongly advised to take the above courses in sequence. Deviations from the above must be done in coordination with an academic adviser and after the student consults the catalog of their intended transfer institution.

Program Information (ABHS)


For additional information about this program visit the Arts, Business, Humanities and Social Sciences web page, stop by room 4119 Hampton IV, phone 757-825-2799, or email abhs@vpcc.edu.

Students may take courses in the summer session where available. Please consult with an academic advisor to review course scheduling options. Students are encouraged to speak with a financial aid advisor to determine funding eligibility.