Business Administration 2.0

Program Description

The Business Administration 2.0 Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree program allows students to fulfill lower division major requirements at a community college and guarantees transfer with junior status to the California State University (CSU) system. Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) and transfer to a similar major at a CSU are guaranteed a pathway to finish their baccalaureate degrees in 60 semester units. The completion time for this AS-T degree program is generally 4 semesters. Completion time will vary based on student preparation and the number of units completed per semester.

This AS-T degree program requires students to meet the following requirements:

1. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU system, including the following:
   1. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) Requirements.
   2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
   3. A minimum of 12 semester units earned at Merritt College.
2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
3. Obtainment of a minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major.

See the Transfer Information section of this catalog for more information on ADT and Cal-GETC requirements.

Career Opportunities

Careers opportunities may include jobs in Administrative Services, Budgeting, Human Resources, Purchasing, Sales and Supervising.

Learning Outcome(s)

1. Pursue and evaluate knowledge through the skills of inquiry, research, critical thinking and problem solving.
2. Identify and demonstrate accepted practices that show cultural sensitivity.
3. Communicate effectively in both speech and writing.
4. Write clear, concise and structured business plans with supportive documentation and data.
5. Understand and appreciate diversity and develop a worldview informed by multicultural and global perspectives.