Business Management

Overview

A degree that helps you get ahead.

The online Associate of Arts in Business Management degree offered by Notre Dame College Online successfully prepares you to begin your college experience and earn the skills you need to take the next steps in your career. Designed to support you as you achieve excellence, the program prepares you to function as a dynamic professional in a global society.

Courses are designed to offer a solid foundation in both liberal arts and essential business topics. Our core curriculum ensures you receive exposure to a wide range of academic disciplines, including those in the quantitative, communication, creative, literary, scientific, theological and philosophical spheres.

Topics of Study

Additionally, you’ll study business topics like:

• Accounting
• Marketing
• Management information
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Statistics

At the College, our faculty seeks to foster your ongoing personal and professional development. Through their support, you will learn how to study complex processes, evaluate important issues and prepare for further study should you choose.

Learning Outcomes

When you graduate, you will have the ability to:

1. Communicate effectively in both written and oral forms
2. Critically evaluate, analyze and interpret information to solve problems and make business decisions
3. Act ethically while adhering to the highest standards of personal, social and professional integrity
4. Use technology to develop and enhance business processes
5. Collaborate effectively in diverse teams across cultures

Because the online Associate of Arts in Business Management is offered fully online, you’ll have the opportunity to attend school on a schedule that meets your needs. The program is designed to fit around the lives of working adults and can be completed in as little as two years.

This Program Is Designed for:

• Those seeking to begin their bachelor’s degree
• Individuals who want to gain additional training for entry-level positions
• Employees who wish to learn business skills immediately applicable to their work

Why Notre Dame College

Located in South Euclid, Ohio, Notre Dame College is a small yet vibrant liberal arts Catholic college. We are committed to offering world-class learning both on campus and online with student success as our top priority. Our reputation for excellence is rooted in our variety of degree programs, expert instructors and continuous support of our students. Whether you learn on campus in Ohio or in one of our flexible online degree programs, you’ll experience the exceptional education Notre Dame College is known for.

Courses & Requirements

Your course of study with Notre Dame College Online will help you earn the credential you need to jump-start your career. Our online Associate of Arts in Business Management requires 66 credit hours, 34 in our core curriculum and 32 major hours.

Core Curriculum (34 hours)

The Core Curriculum is comprised of the following requirements:

Requirement	Courses:	Credits
Personal Growth	HP 112 Lifetime Wellness	3
Written Fluency	EN 100 College Composition	3-6
	EN 101 College Composition II	3
Oral Fluency	CA 100 Elements of Speech	3
Theological Inquiry	TH 150 Living the Ultimate Questions	3
Creative Inquiry	Various Fine Arts courses (AR & MU)	3
Quantitative Fluency	Completed in Major Coursework	–
Literary Inquiry	EN 281 The Short Story	3
	or EN 341 American Literature to 1900
Philosophical Inquiry	PH 200 Critical & Creative Thinking	3
Scientific Inquiry	BI 200/201 Environmental Science & Lab	4
	or CH 220/221 Earth Science & Lab
Global Learning	HI 332 The Transformation of Japan	3
	or HI 334 The Making of Modern China	3

Major Courses (32 hours)

Course	Description	Credits
BU 155	Accounting Principles I Introductory course in financial accounting. Presents basic accounting theory, principles and practices related to double-entry system. Accounting cycle including journalizing and posting entries, preparing worksheet, making adjusting, closing and reversing entries and preparing periodic statements is covered.	4
BU 156	Accounting Principles II Continuation of BU 155. Application of basic principles of accounting to partnerships and corporations, owner’s equities, cost systems, management reports and financial statement analysis are presented. Prerequisite: BU 155	4
BU 230	Marketing Principles Introduction to the social foundations of marketing, the marketing management process, the role of marketing research, analysis of market opportunities, selection of target markets and the development of the marketing mix. Prerequisites: EC 100, EC 201 or EC 202.	3
BU 235	Management Information Systems Focus upon ways in which information systems can be created to give competitive advantages to businesses. Emphasis on effective management of information technology and organizational issues in information systems. Exploration of these issues through case studies.	3
BU 240	Management Principles An examination of the basic principles, processes and functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading and controlling. A look at contributions from key classical theorists and present applications of these theories. Topics also include ethics, globalization and decision-making. Application assignments are used to assist the development of student’s written communication skills. Prerequisite: EN 110 or equivalent.	3
BU 303	Entrepreneurship Principles and techniques of owning, operating and managing a small business are introduced. Students examine how to obtain financing, determine location, investigate expansion, franchising, facilities and resource management and legal considerations. Students develop a business plan.	3
EC 201	Principles of Microeconomics The second of a two-course sequence; this course introduces students to the social science of economics and then examines the behavior of individual consumers and firms, as well as the role of government, in the product and resource markets. On what bases are decisions made to buy (demand) and sell (supply)? How are these markets structured? What if the market system does not work or is not allowed to work? What is the proper role of the government in a market-based economy? Prerequisite: MA 110 or equivalent, cannot take concurrently with EC 202.	3
EC 202	Principles of Macroeconomics The first of a two-course sequence in Principles of Economics; this course examines the goals of the macro economy (full employment, domestic price stability, economic growth and stable international economic relations) and how they are promoted by the government’s use of fiscal and monetary policy. The course concludes with a formal introduction to international economics, including the micro-based topics of international trade theory and commercial policy, as well as international finance and open-economy macroeconomics. Prerequisite: MA 110 or equivalent, cannot take concurrently with EC 201.	3
IS 260	Computer Decision-Making Applications Focus on intermediate level skills in spreadsheet and database management packages. Emphasis on using the software tools to solve problems. Prerequisite: IS 180 or test out.	3
MA 221	Statistics I Descriptive statistics, probability, normal and binomial distributions, sampling concepts, sampling distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals and linear correlation. Prerequisite: MA105 or MA110.	3

Admission Requirements

Students applying for admission to the online A.A. in Business Management must meet the following requirements:

1. A minimum 2.5 GPA

How to Apply

Students applying for admission to the online A.A. in Business Management must submit the following materials:

1. A complete online application
2. Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. If you’ve completed fewer than 12 college-level credits, you’ll need to submit your high school transcript as well. A GED score may be submitted if you do not have a high school diploma.

Costs & Financial Aid

Notre Dame College Online features a high-quality education at a price you can afford. See how your past academic credentials can help you make the most of your college education.

Outcomes & Resources

Careers

Learn more about potential careers available after you graduate. Some include:

• General manager
• Customer service representative
• Small business owner

Related Programs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I be a successful online student?

Online students are exceptionally self-motivated. They demonstrate determination, discipline and a willingness to fulfill their commitments. Be prepared to devote a significant amount of time each week to your classes. Engage in discussion, meet your deadlines and communicate with your advisor if you have questions or concerns. These habits will help you move successfully through our programs.

Can I afford Notre Dame College Online?

Yes! Notre Dame College Online recognizes the importance of an affordable education, and we strive to ensure your financial situation is not a boundary when it comes to your career success. Refer to our Financial Aid page to learn more about how to pay for your degree.

What is FAFSA and how can it help me fund my education?

The Free Application for Free Student Aid determines your eligibility for financial aid programs, such as loans and grants. It helps identify the types of aid you may receive, such as federal and state grants, work study programs and low interest loans. We strongly recommend you fill out your FAFSA form each year to help identify which financial aid opportunities may be available to you.