Curriculum: Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology

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Curriculum at a Glance

With UC’s online Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology (AAB BMT), all of your coursework is completed online. Graduates of the AAB BMT program will be able to demonstrate the following outcomes:

Effectively communicate in a professional business setting
Analyze scenarios and draw suitable and actionable conclusions
Demonstrate effective leadership and team management skills
Execute the four functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling
Use critical thinking skills to solve problems and make decisions based on accepted business principles

Sample Curriculum

A customized curriculum map for the AAB BMT program is available to fit the unique schedule and desired pace of each student. Part-time and full-time options are available, and we offer multiple (6) start dates per year – two in the spring, two in the summer and two in the fall.

View the course offerings below or in the most up-to-date curriculum map.

CURRICULUM AT A GLANCE

Fall Semester Year 1 Spring Semester Year 1 Mathematics or Statistics Elective Fall Semester Year 2 Spring Semester Year 2 Business Law Elective

Course	Title / Description	Credit
ACCT2081	Financial Accounting Course: ACCT2081 Credit: 3 This course develops foundational knowledge and skills needed to prepare and analyze basic financial statements. Topics include cash, inventory, fixed assets, current and long-term liabilities and equity. Students will prepare multi-step income statements, classified balance sheets and statements of cash flows. Students will utilize efficiency and effectiveness ratios, as well as vertical and horizontal analysis, to evaluate financial performance.	3
BLAW2080	Legal Environment of Business Course: BLAW2080 Credit: 3 This course examines the legal environment in which business operates, and develops an understanding of the legal consequences attached to business decision making. Topics include the study of torts, contracts, property, ethics and the legal system of the United States.	3
ECON1001	Introduction to Microeconomics Course: ECON1001 Credit: 3 The course assists students to learn and comprehend (1) economics as a social science that draws conclusions based on hypotheses, theories, and data in order to understand human behavior, (2) basic microeconomics terms and concepts, including scarcity and choice, equilibrium, efficiency and equity, positive and normative economics, comparative advantage, and specialization, (3) the fundamental economic question of allocating scarce resources, (4) opportunity cost and the production possibility frontier, (5) supply and demand, the function of prices in markets, how markets work and sometimes don't work, including market failure and externalities, (6) the effects of government intervention in markets, (7) how consumers make choices, (8) production theory, (9) the costs of production, (10) firm behavior in competitive markets, (11) firm behavior in imperfect markets, (12) elasticity and its application, (13) markets for resources, the determination of wage rates, interest, and rent, (14) the determination of income distribution, including poverty and discrimination, (15) the determinants of international trade flows, (16) to apply economic	3
ENGL1001	English Composition Course: ENGL1001 Credit: 3 English Composition 1001 is a writing-centered course that emphasizes the careful reading, analytical thinking, and persuasive strategies inherent in researching and writing within an academic community. Students learn that rhetorical knowledge is the basis of composing while learning to write with purpose, audience, context, and conventions in mind. Students develop rigorous academic research practices: how to locate and evaluate primary and secondary sources relevant to their line of inquiry and position their own ideas in conversation with public writing. Students also engage in regular self-reflection: articulating what they know, what they can do, and how to apply their knowledge and skills in various contexts.	3
MGMT1054	Survey of Business Course: MGMT1054 Credit: 3 FYE course designed to expose UC Blue Ash students to the fundamentals of business in an ever-changing global marketplace and prepare them for college success. This course introduces key terms and concepts used throughout business, including: business communication, management, accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, ethics and social responsibility. It also provides an opportunity for UC Blue Ash students to explore degree options, explore business career opportunities, begin career planning, and to develop success strategies and become familiar with resources offered at the college and university that support student success.	3

Course	Title / Description	Credit
ACCT2082	Managerial Accounting Course: ACCT2082 Credit: 3 This course develops foundational knowledge and skills needed to apply accounting data in planning and controlling business operations. Topics include costs, cost drivers and allocation, contribution margin and managerial budgeting.	3
ECON1002	Introduction to Macroeconomics Course: ECON1002 Credit: 3 The course assists students to learn and comprehend (1) economics as a social science that draws conclusions based on hypotheses, theories, and data in order to understand human behavior, (2) basic macroeconomic terminology and concepts, including the distinction between real and nominal magnitudes, (3) the national income accounts, (4) the nature of the business cycle, (5) the determinates of important macroeconomic variables,including the level of income, the level of employment, the unemployment rate, the natural rate of unemployment, the price level, the inflation rate, productivity and the rate of interest, (6) the supply and demand for money, (7)the Federal Reserve System, (8) aggregate demand and aggregate supply, (9) the effects of fiscal and monetary policies, (10) the basics of theories of macroeconomic instability, (11) unemployment and inflation tradeoffs, (12) the effects of the federal government's budget deficit, (13) long run growth and policies to affect growth, (14) comparative advantage, (15) the determinants of foreign trade flows and exchange rates, and their effects on the domestic economy, (16) to apply economic reasoning to better understand and critically evaluate real world circumstances and events.	3
IS2080C	Digital Technologies for Business Course: IS2080C Credit: 3 Information Systems (IS)-and the enabling digital technologies-constitute integral and critical resources for all aspects of a business, from operational efficiency and managerial decision making, to the implementation of transformative business strategies. Businesses spend over $1 trillion annually on technology and related information systems. This course is designed to help students develop a working knowledge of digital technologies, to understand business opportunities created by digital technologies, and to gain awareness of how organizations leverage digital technologies to improve organizational processes and enhance related business strategies.The course also has a hands-on component-students will develop specific competencies in using spreadsheet, database, and web development tools to make informed business and financial decisions.	3
MKTG2080	Introduction to Marketing Course: MKTG2080 Credit: 3 Marketing activities, analysis, strategies, and decision making in the context of other business functions. Topics include: integration of product, price, promotion, and distribution activities; research and analysis of markets, environments, competition, and customers; market segmentation and selection of target markets; and emphasis on behavior and perspectives of consumers and organizational customers. Planning and decision making for products and services in profit and nonprofit, domestic and global settings.	3

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Course	Title / Description	Credit
MATH1021	College Algebra Course: MATH1021 Credit: 3 Study of linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of linear equations, systems of inequalities, and modeling with functions.	3
STAT1034	Elementary Statistics I Course: STAT1034 Credit: 3 An introduction to statistics for students without a calculus background. The course covers data analysis (numerical summaries and graphics for describing and displaying the distributions of numerical and categorical data), the basic principles of data collection from samples and experiments, elementary probability, the application of the normal distribution to the study of random samples, statistical estimation (construction and interpretation of one sample confidence intervals), and an introduction to hypothesis testing (the structure of one sample hypothesis tests and the logic of using them to make decisions).	3

Course	Title / Description	Credit
COMM2081	Business Communication Course: COMM2081 Credit: 3 This course introduces foundational business communication principles and practices. Students will learn to analyze different communication situations; to plan and design oral and written communications; to communicate effectively using appropriate formats, styles, and technologies; and to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in order to achieve desired communication objectives.	3
MGMT2070	Fundamentals of Management Course: MGMT2070 Credit: 3 This course is an introduction to theories and techniques of management. Course topics include an overview of managerial functions, organizational communication and group theories. The course emphasizes on the application of management skills by responding to a variety of case scenarios that require identifying the case problem and deciding on an appropriate remedy. This course is intended for the Associate of Applied Business (AAB) program, and does not apply toward a Bachelors in Business Administration (BBA).	3
PHIL2028	Business Ethics Course: PHIL2028 Credit: 3 This course in applied ethics is designed to serve as an interdisciplinary course not only for business students, but for all students who wish to become familiar with the rapidly expanding field of business and professional ethics. The first few sessions of the course will involve an introduction to the leading, relevant normative ethical theories; including a sketch of ethical decision-making models, and a look at theories of corporate responsibility. The bulk of the course will be devoted to applying these theories, models and approaches to specific problems found in the business world. Issues addressed include: corporate responsibility, the environment, ethical issues in the workplace, job discrimination, and responsibilities to consumers. Since this course emphasizes each student's ability to analyze cases closely, and involves extensive class participation through case presentations and discussion, attendance will be required. There are no prerequisites.	3
Business Elective	ACCT, BLAW, ECON, FIN, IS, MGMT, MKTG Course: Business Elective Credit: 3 Complete 3 hours from the following disciplines that are not being used to meet a requirement. MLTI2010, MLTI2020, ORGL2050 and ORGL2051 may also be used as Business Electives.	3

Course	Title / Description	Credit
ENGL2089	Intermediate Composition Course: ENGL2089 Credit: 3 Intermediate Composition is a writing-centered course that builds on what students learn in first-year composition and focuses students’ attention on theoretical underpinning of how meaning is made, understood, and communicated within and across various discourse communities and genres. The course emphasizes critical reading and writing, advanced research and analysis skills, and rhetorical sensitivity to differences in academic, professional, and public composing. This course challenges students to engage in substantive projects drawing on primary research and source analysis methods and asks students to document, communicate, and reflect on their research.	3
FIN2050	Fundamentals of Business Finance Course: FIN2050 Credit: 3 This introductory course covers the fundamental elements of finance, including how to read and to use financial statements, and how to employ ratios and performance measures. The course will deal with working capital management, capital budgeting, financial leverage, capital structure, and cost of capital. This course is intended for the Associate of Applied Business (AAB) program, it does not apply toward a Bachelors in Business Administration (BBA).	3
MGMT2090	Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship Course: MGMT2090 Credit: 3 An introduction to the creation of businesses in the face of uncertainty. Analysis of market opportunities, entrepreneurial strategies, innovative business concepts, business plans and financing new ventures. This course is intended for the Associate of Applied Business (AAB) program, it does not apply toward a Bachelors in Business Administration (BBA).	3
Business Elective	ACCT, BLAW, ECON, FIN, IS, MGMT, MKTG Course: Business Elective Credit: 3 Complete 3 hours from the following disciplines that are not being used to meet a requirement. MLTI 2010, MLTI 2020, ORGL2050 and ORGL2051 may also be used as Business Electives.	3
BoK	FA, HP, NS Course: BoK Credit: 3 General Education Elective: Complete a Fine Arts, Historical Perspectives, or Natural Sciences course.	3

Complete one

Course	Title / Description	Credit
BLAW2085	Employment Law Course: BLAW2085 Credit: 3 The course focuses on the legal issues of an employer, including common law aspects of that relationship and compliance with state, federal and administrative statues and regulations. Subjects covered include hiring, retention, dismissal, invasion of privacy, wrongful discharge, employee rights, employer's duty to provide a safe workplace and compensation for employees injured on the job.	3
BLAW2090	Consumer Law Course: BLAW2090 Credit: 3 This course is an introduction to the legal relationships between consumers and those who provide them with consumer goods and services, shelter, financing, and insurance. This course is intended for the Associate of Applied Business (AAB) program, it does not apply toward a Bachelors in Business Administration (BBA).	3

FAQs

How long will it take to complete the Associate Degree in Business Management?

Full-time with no transfer credit, it will take you five semesters (under two years) to complete the associate degree including summer semesters. Attending part-time with no transfer credit you can expect to complete the associate degree in two years.

Summer semester for the Associate Business Management program means a semester similar to fall and spring semester in duration and credits is required to graduate within two years.
Which is Right for Me: the Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology or the Associate of Arts in Pre-Business Administration?

Choosing the best program for you depends on your long-term goals and priorities. If your goal is to pursue an online concentrated course of study in Marketing or Finance, then the Associate in Pre-Business and eventually the Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Marketing or Business Administration – Finance is probably the better option. The Pre-Business program requires quantitative courses such as six semester hours of both Calculus and Business Analytics. If your goal earning a degree which focuses on areas such as administration, communication, and information technology, then the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS) program would be a better fit.

If you want to start your own business, both options are great. The BTAS program requires fewer quantitative courses such as the Calculus and Business Analytics courses mentioned above.
How are the classes structured/what is “asynchronous?”

What is asynchronous online learning? Fully asynchronous courses allow you flexibility in your schedule. Once enrolled in a program, you may view instructional materials when it works best for you as long as you meet course deadlines. There is no live video lecture component for this type of learning. For more information on asynchronous learning visit our blog post: Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning

Once enrolled, you’ll use tools like Canvas and meet with your Student Success Coordinator on a regular basis to ensure you’re on track to graduate. Learn more about the UC Online experience in the video below.