Associates in Arts in Business Administration

Whether you are preparing to enter the workforce or seeking advancement in your present career, earning an Associate in Arts in Business Administration may help you gain job-ready business and communication skills. The A.A. in Business Administration, offered through the IDEAL program and the School of Business, focuses on helping you:

  • Develop skills in accounting, management, and software applications.
  • Explore business communications and refine your decision-making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Apply the management theories and techniques to real-world business scenarios through experience in areas of business, management, accounting, and economics.

The business courses are designed with an emphasis on real-world practice and academic theory which prepares for entry into a Bachelor's program. Case study work is used frequently to give students a way to measure success of implementing their learning. The Business Administration degree provides highly motivated students an advanced standing into UB’s Bachelor's program.

Degree Requirements Summary

  1. Business Administration Program Requirements (24 credits)
    Includes courses in Accounting, Law, Statistics and Management
  2. University Core Curriculum (36 credits)
    Includes courses in Communications, English, Fine Arts, Math, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.

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Transfer Options


A maximum of 30 credits may be transferred in from an accredited school.