AA/AS in Business/Commerce, General

The Business and Management program is designed to give students the expertise to compete in the world of business. Students learn to lead on their own and to contribute within teams while acquiring practical skills and strategies for meeting situational demands. Sample classes include Small Business Management, Financial Accounting, and Team Building and Group Dynamics. A program mapper lets students plan semester by semester and explore career options. Careers named on the page include business analyst, brand manager, financial planner, customer experience manager, buyer and purchasing agent, social media manager and talent acquisition manager, among others. Prospective students can consult the college catalog, the class schedule and the academic calendar, all linked from the department page. They are also encouraged to contact the division office listed there for guidance on course planning, degree requirements and the steps involved in getting started at Golden West College.