Business Management Associate (A.A.S.) Degree
As one of the most popular programs of study at Bramson ORT College, the Business Management Associate Degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) offers students a comprehensive background in business management practices. The program offers three concentrations, allowing students to specialize their focus of study: General Management, Sales Management and Hospitality Management. With the Business Management Associate Degree students have the option to complete their studies either completely on-site, online, or a combination of the two.
The Business Management degree requires that students take courses in leadership, communications, and human psychology—all important areas for career development that are necessary in the field of business management. Later courses will provide students with home study instruction in advertising, entrepreneurship, sales promotion, marketing, finance and money management, human resource management, organizational behavior, public relations, and much more. These courses will provide students with leadership skills and the knowledge to organize employees and manage projects.
The Business Management Associate Degree is an excellent program for students wishing to explore a path in entrepreneurship. Students are provided with a comprehensive review of all aspects of business, as well as extensive course training. Upon completion, graduates will be prepared to enter the business environment and advance to management levels.
Credits obtained by students while in the Business Management program are transferable to four-year programs at other colleges and universities worldwide. In order to earn the Business Management Associate Degree at Bramson ORT College, a student must complete at least 60 credits.
| Program: |
Business Management Associate Degree |
| Program Length: |
60 semester credits |
| Entrance Dates: |
Rolling Semesters |
| Offered: |
Queens & Brooklyn Campuses |
| Admission Requirements: |
Admission to the Bramson ORT College Business Management Program is open to all students who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies.
High School Diploma or GED is required |
| Department: |
More Information
Business Management Department
Bramson ORT College
69-30 Austin Street
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: 718-261-5800
Email: business@bramsonort.edu |
| Business Management |
18 Credits |
| Required Major Courses |
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| AC111 |
Principles of Accounting I |
3 Credits |
| AC112 |
Principles of Accounting II |
3 Credits |
| AC121 |
Business Law I |
3 Credits |
| BM100 |
Introduction to Business |
3 Credits |
| BM110 |
Business Management |
3 Credits |
| CP100 |
Introduction to Data Processing |
3 Credits |
| General Management Concentration |
21 Credits |
| Elective Major Courses (select seven) |
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| AC122 |
Business Law II |
3 Credits |
| AC130 |
Principles of Finance |
3 Credits |
| AC221 |
Taxation I |
3 Credits |
| AC261 |
Advanced Computer Applications for Business |
3 Credits |
| BM120 |
Fundamentals of Marketing |
3 Credits |
| BM140 |
Small Business Management |
3 Credits |
| BM150 |
Sales Psychology |
3 Credits |
| BM160 |
Essentials of Advertising |
3 Credits |
| BM180 |
Human Resources Management |
3 Credits |
| BM290 |
Business Communication |
3 Credits |
| BM296 |
Business Internship I |
3 Credits |
| BM297 |
Business Internship II |
3 Credits |
| CP191 |
Web Design |
3 Credits |
| CP260 |
Advanced Computer Applications |
3 Credits |
| MA110 |
Business Mathematics |
3 Credits |
| SS101 |
Keyboarding I |
3 Credits |
| SS121 |
Word Processing I |
3 Credits |
| Sales Management Concentration |
21 Credits |
| Elective Major Courses (select seven) |
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| AC122 |
Business Law II |
3 Credits |
| AC130 |
Principles of Finance |
3 Credits |
| AC221 |
Taxation I |
3 Credits |
| AC261 |
Advanced Computer Applications for Business |
3 Credits |
| BM130 |
Principles of Salesmanship |
3 Credits |
| BM140 |
Small Business Management |
3 Credits |
| BM150 |
Sales Psychology |
3 Credits |
| BM160 |
Essentials of Advertising |
3 Credits |
| BM170 |
Management in the Hotel and Hospitality Industry |
3 Credits |
| BM180 |
Human Resources Management |
3 Credits |
| BM290 |
Business Communications |
3 Credits |
| BM296 |
Business Internship I |
3 Credits |
| BM297 |
Business Internship II |
3 Credits |
| CP191 |
Web Design |
3 Credits |
| CP260 |
Advanced Computer Applications |
3 Credits |
| MA110 |
Business Mathematics |
3 Credits |
| SS101 |
Keyboarding I |
3 Credits |
| SS121 |
Word Processing I |
3 Credits |
| Hospitality Management Concentration |
21 Credits |
| Elective Major Courses (select seven) |
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| AC130 |
Principles of Finance |
3 Credits |
| AC221 |
Taxation I |
3 Credits |
| AC261 |
Advanced Computer Applications for Business |
3 Credits |
| BM140 |
Small Business Management |
3 Credits |
| BM150 |
Sales Psychology |
3 Credits |
| BM170 |
Management in the Hotel and Hospitality Industry |
3 Credits |
| BM180 |
Human Resources Management |
3 Credits |
| BM181 |
Fundamentals of Purchasing |
3 Credits |
| BM183 |
Labor-Management Relations |
3 Credits |
| BM290 |
Business Communications |
3 Credits |
| BM296 |
Business Internship I |
3 Credits |
| BM297 |
Business Internship II |
3 Credits |
| MA110 |
Business Mathematics |
3 Credits |
| SS101 |
Keyboarding I |
3 Credits |
| SS121 |
Word Processing I |
3 Credits |
| Required Liberal Arts |
| General Education Courses (Select two) |
6 Credits |
| EN100 |
English Composition I |
3 Credits |
| MA120 |
Statistics |
3 Credits |
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Or |
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| MA130 |
Discrete Mathematics |
3 Credits |
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| General Education Courses (Select two) |
6 Credits |
| LA140 |
American History I |
3 Credits |
| LA141 |
American History II |
3 Credits |
| LA150 |
Economics |
3 Credits |
| LA160 |
American Government |
3 Credits |
| LA161 |
State and Local Government |
3 Credits |
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| Elective Liberal Arts |
| General Education Courses (Select three) |
9 Credits |
| Select credits from the list of liberal arts courses which are not required liberal arts. |
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Recent graduates usually obtain entry-level, junior, or assistant positions and may advance with successful work experience, additional education, and participation in company sponsored training programs. Specific job descriptions vary greatly by industry, by the nature and size of the organization, and by level.
Below you will find a table of average annual salaries for various Business Management Positions. Salaries are listed by both position and industry/ sector.
Position |
Average Salary |
Industry / Sector |
Public Relations Specialist |
$55,530 |
Advertising, Public Relations & Related Services |
Human Resources, Training, & Labor Relations Specialist |
$63,210 |
Management of Companies & Enterprises |
Sales Manager |
$60,080 |
Department Stores |
Sales Representative |
$60,230 |
Professional & Commercial Equipment |
Food Service Managers |
$56,390 |
Special Food Services |
Lodging Managers |
$51,930 |
Traveler Accommodation |
Meeting & Convention Planners |
$49,850 |
Management, Scientific, & Technical Consulting Services |
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* Salaries provided by the U.S. Department of Labor and Bramson ORT College's Career Services Center
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