Business Administration

Business Administration

Department Chair: Marjorie York (207)-453-5104

 

~ Associate in Applied Science Degree ~

Accredited by the
Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs
7007 College Boulevard, Suite 240
Overland Park, Kansas 66211

 

DESCRIPTION

   Kennebec Valley Community College offers an Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with options in Accounting, Finance, or Marketing/Management.

PROGRAM MISSION

 

   The mission of the Business Administration program is to help the student develop marketable business skills while still providing the broader courses necessary to produce an "educated person". Instead of limiting the education to narrow, technical training, the business faculty will help the students develop tools to use the rest of their lives.

   The Business Administration program is made up of three business options, as follows: Accounting, Finance, and Marketing/Management. Students from all business options will have the opportunity to apply their skills in a team taught office simulation in the fourth semester.

ACCOUNTING OPTION

Description

   The Accounting option’s primary focus is to prepare students as paraprofessionals who have a wide array of skills and knowledge in pursuing a business career. The integration of accounting and tax software provides real world application in the areas of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, federal taxation, spreadsheets, and databases.
 

   All accounting majors will have the opportunity to take the National ACAT exam for accreditation in accounting through the Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation. The capstone review course will prepare students for this exam. Students will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with students from the other business options in a simulated office environment to include the "Virtual Office" and incorporated internship program.

 

Educational Outcomes

 

   Upon successful completion of the Accounting option, the graduate is expected to:

1. Be a lifelong learner who stays current in his/her field so as to perform accounting functions according to the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other governing agencies.
2. Be a conscientious professional who practices within the legal and ethical parameters of accounting.
3. Be an effective communicator who is able to listen and respond appropriately while respecting the differences within and between groups in the community.
4. Be a paraprofessional accountant who will have a broad array of skills and knowledge to use effectively in the 21st century.
5. Achieve the nationally recognized credential of Accredited Business Accountant by passing the ACAT exam.

Criteria For Graduation

 

   Students must complete 69 credits in the Business Administration - Accounting option and achieve a minimum grade of "C" in designated common and program core courses (*). Students must attain a final GPA of 2.0 or higher.

 

Career Opportunities

 

Account Clerk                                       Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk                   Credit Manager
Jr. Accountant                                      Payroll Clerk
                                   Tax Preparer

 

FIRST SEMESTER	ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE, ACCOUNTING	CREDIT HOURS
ACC111*	Principles of Accounting I	3
BUS116*	Business Law	3
CPT117*	Software Applications I	3
ENG101	College Composition	3
MAT117	College Algebra	3
______	General Education Elective	3
	Total Credits for First Semester	18
SECOND SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
ACC112*	Principles of Accounting II	3
ACC211*	Accounting Spreadsheet and Database Applications	3
BUS115*	Principles of Management	3
ENG219	Professional Writing	3
MAT225	Math for Business and Economics	3
______	Humanities Elective	3
	Total Credits for Second Semester	18
THIRD SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
ACC212*	Computerized Accounting Applications	3
ACC213*	Federal Taxation	3
ACC215*	Cost Accounting	3
ACC217*	Intermediate Accounting I	3
ECO113	Principles of Economics I (Macro)	3
	Total Credits for Third Semester	15
FOURTH SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
ACC218*	Intermediate Accounting II	3
ACC220*	Principles of Payroll Administration	3
ACC222*	Capstone Review Course of Accounting Principles	3
BUS250*	Virtual Office Simulation/Internship	3
COM104	Introduction to Communication	3
ECO114	Principles of Economics II (Micro)	3
	Total Credits for Fourth Semester	18
	TOTAL CREDITS	69

 

FINANCE OPTION Description    The Finance option provides students with the tools and methods necessary to expand their understanding of finance. The analytical and managerial skills will help prepare the students for a beginning career in financial services. Emphasis is placed on customer service. Studying finance will provide a broad-based education that combines theories and practices from economics, accounting, and portfolio management. In fact, a finance background is a strong, solid foundation for just about any job in business. Students will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with students from the other business options in a simulated office environment to include the “Virtual Office” and incorporated internship program.   Students who have earned credits from the American Bankers Association or the Credit Union National Association can now transfer their completion certificates to KVCC for college credit. Educational Outcomes    Upon successful completion of the Finance option, the graduate is expected to: Use techniques, skills, and modern financial tools for practice. Effectively acquire, invest, and manage financial resources and information. Use communication and interpersonal skills to speak and write clearly, effectively, and persuasively in the business community. Be a critical thinker who uses knowledge and skill to solve problems and make informed decisions. Be a sensitive person who recognizes and respects cultural, ethnic, and intellectual diversity. Be diligent and responsible in the practice of financial services. Be a conscientious professional who practices within the legal and ethical parameters of finance. Criteria For Graduation    Students must complete 66 credits in the Business Administration - Finance option and achieve a minimum grade of “C” in designated common and program core courses (*). Students must attain a final GPA of 2.0 or higher. Career Opportunities Certified Bank Teller, Financial Services, Loan Officer FIRST SEMESTER ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE, FINANCE OPTION CREDIT HOURS ACC111* Principles of Accounting I 3 BUS116* Business Law 3 CPT117* Software Applications I 3 ENG101 College Composition 3 MAT117 College Algebra 3 ______ General Education Elective 3   Total Credits for First Semester 18 SECOND SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS ACC112* Principles of Accounting II 3 BUS115* Principles of Management 3 COM104 Introduction to Communication 3 ENG219 Professional Writing 3 MAT225 Math for Business and Economics 3   Total Credits for Second Semester 15 THIRD SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS ACC213* Federal Taxation 3 ECO113 Principles of Economics I (Macro) 3 ECO120* Investment Planning in Our Society 3 FIN201* Financial Management 3 FIN202* Principles of Banking 3 ______ Humanities Elective 3   Total Credits for Third Semester 18  FOURTH SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS BUS250* Virtual Office Simulation/Internship 3 BUS251* Effective Customer Service 3 ECO114 Principles of Economics II (Micro) 3 FIN203* Consumer Lending 3 FIN204* Commercial Lending 3   Total Credits for Fourth Semester 15   TOTAL CREDITS 66 MARKETING/MANAGEMENT OPTION Description    The Marketing/Management option provides the student with the background necessary to work toward managerial positions in organizations operating in the marketing of a product or in a service capacity. Students will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with students from the other business options in a simulated office environment to include the "Virtual Office" and incorporated internship program. Educational Outcomes    Upon successful completion of the Marketing/Management option, the graduate is expected to: Use communication and interpersonal skills to speak and write clearly, effectively, and persuasively in the world of business and commerce. Use the analytical skills needed to solve problems and make decisions related to the various functions required of an individual working in the field of marketing and management. As a member of the business community, recognize and respect cultural, ethnic, and intellectual diversity. Criteria for Graduation    Students must complete 66 credits in the Business Administration - Marketing/Management option and achieve a minimum grade of "C" in designated common and program core courses (*). Students must attain a final GPA of 2.0 or higher. Career Opportunities Administrative Assistant                           Advertising Associate Store Manager                         Human Relations Assistant Industrial Sales Agent                             Insurance Adjuster Insurance Agent                                      Retail Management Associate Retail Marketing Agent                            Wholesale Sales Representative Marketing/Management

FIRST SEMESTER	ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE	CREDIT HOURS
ACC111	Principles of Accounting I	3
BUS113*	Marketing	3
BUS116*	Business Law	3
CPT117*	Software Applications I	3
ENG101	College Composition	3
MAT117	College Algebra	3
	Total Credits for First Semester	18
SECOND SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
ACC112	Principles of Accounting II	3
BUS115*	Principles of Management	3
BUS119*	Personal Selling & Advertising	3
COM104	Introduction to  Communication	3
MAT225	Math for Business and Economics	3
	Total Credits for Second Semester	15
THIRD SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
ACC213	Federal Taxation	3
ECO113	Principles of Economics I (Macro)	3
ECO120*	Investment Planning in Our Society	3
ENG219	Professional Writing	3
______	Humanities Elective	3
	Total Credits for Third Semester	15
FOURTH SEMESTER		CREDIT HOURS
BUS125*	Introduction to E-Commerce	3
BUS218*	The Entrepreneur's Guide to Small Business Management	3
BUS250*	Virtual Office Simulation/Internship	3
ECO114	Principles of Economics II (Micro)	3
______	General Education Elective	3
	Total Credits for Fourth Semester	15
	TOTAL CREDITS	63

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