Associate Degree in Business Administration

A.S. in Business Administration

CCU's Associate of Science in Business Administration is a two-year degree program that combines business-related coursework with a faith-based liberal arts education. The degree in Business Administration will provide you with an overview of the functional areas of business that are common to all organizations. Business Administration courses emphasize ethical leadership and strong values as part of every course.

Program Focus

Accounting, finance, management, marketing, and computer information systems

In the Business Administration degree program, you will learn how to use accounting information to support decision-making and how various economic systems impact businesses in a global economy. In your business administration classes, you will also study marketing concepts including product, price, promotion, and distribution, and how to use statistical analysis to make more effective decisions.

- 60 credit hours (18 in major core)
- CCU's generous transfer credit policies help you accelerate your degree
- Courses are taken one at a time and are typically completed in five-week blocks
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Admissions for Adult Undergraduate and Degree Completion Students
For adult students interested in beginning or completing their undergraduate degree, the College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers a variety of flexible educational opportunities. These include bachelor's degree programs that open new doors for your career, associate degree programs to help you build a strong foundation, and certificate programs to give you that extra edge.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the adult undergraduate application online.
- Provide your enrollment counselor with a copy of your state-issued driver's license or a state-issued identification card. This ID must include your photo and be within the expiration date. If you are an international student, visit our international student admissions page for more information or contact your enrollment counselor with any questions.
- Submit proof of your high school graduation or completion. This must be your high school transcript with graduation date, a copy of your high school diploma, or a copy of your high school equivalent certificate (GED).
Submit Related Application Materials To:
To submit application-related materials that were not already submitted through the online application, email them to AdmissionsSupport@ccu.edu or mail to:
Colorado Christian University
Attn: Registration Services/Transcripts
8787 W. Alameda Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80226
Admission to Licensure Programs
Admission to a licensure program in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies does not guarantee licensure at the completion of the program. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they meet all licensure requirements, which often includes a background check.
For students who may wish to seek licensure, CCU has provided professional licensure disclosures to aid students in determining specific state requirements for professional licensure. Each state makes the final determination if an individual is eligible to sit for licensure based on the rules and regulations of that state at the time a student applies for licensure.
Admission Timelines
Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies offers accelerated degree completion programs for adult students. Courses are typically offered in five-week blocks. You can enter CCU at the beginning of any adult studies course. This gives you the flexibility to start at virtually any time during the year. CCU operates on a standard semester time frame. Semesters include spring, summer, and fall.
Non-degree Seeking Students
If you wish to take courses in Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies without working toward a degree, you must apply for a Non-Degree Seeking program on CCU's Adult Undergraduate Admission Application. Please see the Non-Degree Seeking Students website for details
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Course Catalog

Tuition & Fees

Complete an associate degree in Business Administration in two years... or less!

The 60-hour major in Business Administration can be completed in less than two years, even without any prior coursework. However, you can complete your study in Business Administration faster if you already have college, military, or technical credits. Find out how many transfer credits you may be able to receive!

What can you do with an Business Administration associate degree?

The Business Administration associate degree prepares you for beginning a career in several aspects of business. Job opportunities could include office manager, retail manager, event planner, administrative assistant, and project assistant.

In addition, the associate degree provides a foundation for further career advancement if you continue on to complete your bachelor's degree in a related field. All 60 credit hours of courses in business administration from your CCU Business Administration associate degree may be applied to our Bachelor of Science in Business or Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.

Flexible options and benefits for adult learners

Program Format: 100% online
The program is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.
Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.
Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.

Business Related Programs

Associate Degrees: Business Administration, A.S.; Logistics and Supply Chain Management, A.S.; Nonprofit Management, A.S.
Bachelor's Degrees: Business, B.S.; Economics, B.S.; Logistics and Supply Chain Management, B.S.; Nonprofit Management, B.S.; Organizational Management in Enterprise Agility, B.S.
Master's Degrees: Business Administration, MBA; Organizational Leadership, MOL
Undergraduate Certificates: Entrepreneurship; Ethics; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Nonprofit Management

State Exclusions for Online Students

Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.