AA/AS in Business/Commerce, General

The associate of arts in business administration gives students a broad grounding in how businesses run, how people behave in organizations, and staff management. Coursework in bookkeeping, commercial law, economic theory and quantitative methods sits alongside liberal arts classes. The degree holds business-school accreditation and is intended to prepare students to transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree. It can be studied in person at Bethlehem or fully online, and either part-time or full-time. The degree takes four semesters. Courses are arranged to fit around work, with study available at a part-time pace. Prospective students can request information or begin an application through the college website, and the college also describes scholarship and financial aid options for those who qualify. Course lists and sequencing details are published by the college for anyone planning ahead.