Associate of Science for Transfer in Business Administration
Santa Barbara, USA
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 419 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The Business Administration program gives students general business knowledge in managerial controls, economics of business, human resources (personnel), labor relations, business risks, interaction of government and business law, production and distribution. They provide the foundations for areas of specialization, such as accounting, finance, or marketing management.
The Associate in Science for Transfer degree in Business Administration provides students with the foundational knowledge necessary to make a successful transition into a Baccalaureate Degree at any of the CSU campuses. The Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) is a special degree offered at California Community Colleges. Students who earn an AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed admission to a campus within the California State University (CSU) system in a similar major, although not necessarily to a specific campus. Students who complete an AA-T or AS-T are given priority consideration when applying to a particular program that is similar to the student’s community college major and will be given a special GPA advantage when applying to CSU impacted campuses or majors. Students who are planning to pursue an AA-T or AS-T are strongly advised to meet with a counselor for additional information about this transfer program.
The Business Administration Department provides students with a broad background in Business Administration, Business Law, Legal Environment of Business, Management, Leadership, Business Mathematics, Real Estate and Entrepreneurship. They provide foundational, specialized, knowledge in the areas of law, management, real estate and entrepreneurship, which represent the ongoing needs of business and industry.
The Department offers degrees and certificates as well as entry-level and advanced Skills Competency Awards.
The Department participates in a variety of industry/educational partnerships including the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, the United States Association for Business and Entrepreneurship, the American Management Association, the American Bar Association, Global Trade Workforce, LinkedIn, Santa Barbara Association of Realtors, and the Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce.
The Department also provides introductory courses (electives) for students in programs campus-wide.
Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Under the aegis of the Business Administration Department, the Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation is where students from any discipline can access the tools, resources and mentorship needed to start or grow their business. The Scheinfeld Center supplements the Business Administration courses in Entrepreneurship with an entrepreneurial internship program, the Enlightened Entrepreneurship Speaker Series, and the regional New Venture Challenge business plan and pitch competition. The Scheinfeld Center hosts the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of Santa Barbara, which provides no-cost business consulting to students and the community. Additionally the Scheinfeld Center hosts the Center for International Trade and Development (CITD) to assist businesses with international expansion through importing and exporting. The Scheinfeld Center is located in BC-220 and is open Monday through Friday, with scheduled and drop-in appointments available.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Enrolled students may apply one time per year in February. If awarded, the money is disbursed for the following academic year in two parts: half in the fall semester and half in the spring semester. The amounts range from very small: $100-750 and larger $1000-2500 with some variations in between.
Curriculum
COMM 101 Introduction to Communication (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to the field of communication, with emphasis on the history of communication study, theories of communication, communication contexts, and issues in communication studies. Also serves as an introduction to the strands of communication studies, including interpersonal, group, rhetoric, intercultural, organizational and mass communication.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D7, IGETC Area 4G, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: COMM 180.
COMM 121 Interpersonal Communication (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to principles and skills of effective communication in interpersonal relationships, with a focus on verbal and nonverbal channels, person perception, conflict resolution, listening, and communication barriers. Study includes social science research and presentational speaking.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 121, 121H and 122 combined: maximum credit, one course.
C-ID: COMM 130.
COMM 121H Interpersonal Communication, Honors (3 Units)
Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to Program.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to principles of effective communication in interpersonal relationships, with a focus on verbal and nonverbal channels, person perception, conflict resolution, listening, and communication barriers. Study includes social science research and presentational speaking. In-depth exploration of selected concepts of COMM 121.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 121, 121H and 122 combined: maximum credit, one course.
C-ID: COMM 130.
COMM 122 Mediated Interpersonal Communication (3 Units)
Course Advisories: Eligibility for ENG 110 or ENG 110H.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to the principles of interpersonal communication with an emphasis on self-analysis, interpersonal relationship dynamics, research and effective oral presentation.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 121, 121H and 122 combined: maximum credit, one course.
COMM 131 Fundamentals Of Public Speaking (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Instruction in public speaking, stressing audience analysis, organization and support of ideas. Students prepare and deliver speeches on topics of current concern. Video recorded replays and instructor evaluation provide feedback on performance.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 131 and 113H combined: maximum credit, one course.
C-ID: COMM 110.
COMM 131H Fundamentals Of Public Speaking, Honors (3 Units)
Limitations on Enrollment: Honors course.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Instruction in public speaking honors aims to help students prepare and deliver speeches on topics of current concern. In this process, honors students will also learn how to conduct an audience analysis, organize speeches, and find evidence to support ideas. Students will receive feedback on speech preparation, speech performance, speech analysis.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 131 and 113H combined: maximum credit, one course.
C-ID: COMM 110.
COMM 141 Small Group Communication (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to communication skills in task-oriented small groups. Includes experiential focus on planning and implementation of small group projects, decision-making and problem-solving methods, along with task and social dimensions of effective group process.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: COMM 140.
COMM 142 Leadership in a Global Society (3 Units)
Course Advisories: Eligibility for ENG 110 or ENG 110H.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Explores leadership concepts needed to effectively lead in a global society. Students analyze real world problems across a variety of contexts to better understand the need for effective leadership in today's world. Examines how leaders can make change in business, government, nonprofits, education and community based organizations.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
COMM 151 Intercultural Communication (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Provides an introduction to communication between people from different cultures. Focuses on the application of theory and research to intercultural communication. The topics and activities are designed to develop communication skills that improve competence in intercultural situations.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B, SBCCGE Area E5
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D3, IGETC Area 4C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: COMM 150.
COMM 161 Communication in Organizations (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
This course examines communication in various organizational situations, focusing on the use of effective communication strategies for achieving organizational and individual goals. Emphasis is placed on identifying and amending ineffective communication within organizations.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 161 and COMM 162 combined: maximum credit, 1 course.
COMM 162 Mediated Communication in Organizations (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Examines communication in various organizational situations, focusing on the use of effective communication strategies for achieving organizational and individual goals. Emphasis placed on identifying and amending ineffective communication within organizations based on organizational communication theory.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
UC Transfer Limit: COMM 161 and COMM 162 combined: maximum credit, 1 course.
COMM 171 Mass Media and Society (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Exploration of the history, effects and role of the mass media in the U.S. Major forms of mass communication are studied. Study focuses on critical analysis of media messages, effects of media on the individual and society, and theories of communication. Students move beyond being "consumers" of media to "analysts" of media.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D7, IGETC Area 4C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: JOUR 100.
COMM 200 Rhetoric of Pop Culture (3 Units)
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Overview, history and critical analysis of popular culture in the United States as a mediator of cultural values and attitudes. Evaluates representations of popular culture by analyzing multiple artifacts from various theoretical perspectives. Examines pop culture artifacts as products of mass communication rooted in underlying values of American society. Focuses on developing critical thinking concerning assumptions regarding race, class and gender imbedded in popular culture.
Transfer Information: CSU Transferable
COMM 235 Argumentation and Debate (3 Units)
Prerequisites: ENG 110 or ENG 110H or ENG 110E.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Theory, practice, and criticism of public advocacy. The use of propositions, evidence, reasons, and the general rhetorical strategies of symbolic action to promote and advance one's public or civic interests.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area D2, SBCCGE Area E4
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area A1, CSUGE Area A3, IGETC Area 1B, IGETC Area 1C, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: COMM 120.
COMM 288 Communication Research Methods (3 Units)
Course Advisories: COMM 101.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to the theoretical and practical concerns underlying procedures most commonly used in communication research. Students evaluate findings of communication research and understand research methods. Serves as preparation for advanced coursework in communication.
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D7, IGETC Area 4G, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
C-ID: POLS 160.
COMM 289 Communication Theory (3 Units)
Course Advisories: COMM 101.
Hours: 54 (54 lecture)
Introduction to major theories of human communication, Designed to give students critical understanding of key themes in the field, and to show how theories illuminate the nature of human interaction. Designed to prepare students for upper-division coursework in communication.
SBCC General Education: SBCCGE Area B
Transfer Information: CSUGE Area D7, IGETC Area 4G, CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
COMM 295 Internship in Communication (2-4 Units)
Hours: 273 (273 lab)
Structured internship program in which students gain experience with community organizations related to the discipline. Course restricted to 3 repetitions
Transfer Information: CSU Transferable
COMM 299 Independent Study in Communication (1-4 Units)
Limitations on Enrollment: Six units of Communication courses completed with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
Hours: 192 (192 lab)
Minimum of 12 units of coursework completed at SBCC with GPA of at least 3.0. For complete information, see "Independent Study" in the Catalog Index.
Transfer Information: CSU Transferable
Program Outcome
Learning Outcomes
- Meet the requirements for successful transfer to a UC/CSU program in Business Economics and/or Business Administration.
- Analyze the external environment of business as a means of assessing the threats and opportunities confronting businesses in the 21st century.
- Define, analyze and devise solutions for complex business problems and issues by using logical reasoning patterns.
- Demonstrate a comprehension of the legal and ethical issues confronting today’s contemporary organizations.
English Language Requirements
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