Associate of Science in Business Administration
Build a solid foundation in your business education with exposure to topics like statistics, management, and accounting. It’s a perfect introduction to the competitive world of business, and provides the groundwork for a future bachelor’s degree.
May 30, 2024
June 20, 2024
Overview
Develop in-demand business skills quickly with the Associate of Science in Business Administration. You’ll gain the confidence to tackle real-life business problems by developing specialized knowledge in the fundamentals of business: accounting, macroeconomics, communications and management. This degree is perfect for working professionals who want a strong foundation in business or hope to pursue an advanced degree in the future.
What you’ll learn
Jumpstart your career in business with these valuable skills:
Admission Requirements
Anyone who has a high-school education and is 16 years of age or older can study online at UoPeople.
Curriculum / Courses
The curriculum for the Associate’s in Business Administration has been specifically crafted to introduce students to the field of business and provide the perfect foundation for a Bachelor’s degree. Students will learn how to build a successful business model, work as a team and explore the guiding ethical principles to a variety of business situations.
- 42 major course credits
- 18 general education credits
Careers
Where will an Associates of Science in Business Administration take you? Your degree will help prepare for a job as a:
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NO TUITION OR ENROLLMENT FEES
$60 application fee
$140 ASSESSMENT FEE PER COURSE
IN TOTAL AROUND $2,860 FOR THE DEGREE
Paying for school
UoPeople does not charge for tuition, books, or campus expenses. You’ll never have to pay fees for courses upfront. We charge only a $60 application fee, and a $140 assessment fee at the end of each course. This is a huge savings compared to U.S. public universities who charge on average $6,754 for an Associate's degree. Over the course of your studies at UoPeople, you can expect to pay a total of $2,860—less if you have credits to transfer in! Our mission is to make it possible for everyone to afford a degree, if you can’t afford these fees scholarships and grants may be available.
Flexibility
Common Questions Students Are Asking Us
Does UoPeople accept international students?
Absolutely! UoPeople has students from over 200 countries and territories.
Are the programs accredited?
University of the People is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
Will I get the academic support I need?
Absolutely! Classes at UoPeople are small and highly qualified instructors are available to answer students’ questions and offer support. Additionally, each student is connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who remains with them until graduation. Program Advisors act as the students’ personal support system throughout their studies. The Program Advisor will answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student’s studies.
What is asynchronous learning?
Asynchronous learning allows you to learn on your own schedule. You will have access via the UoPeople Online Campus to assignments, lectures, and other learning materials. There are no live lectures or set class times at UoPeople.