Technology for Business Operations, A.A.S.

This degree program prepares students for entry-level positions utilizing technology in business operations and focuses on technology and software applications used in business. The degree is structured for students to choose their area of technological emphasis, including office management, business, marketing, and desktop publishing.

Degree Requirements: 60 credits

General Education Requirements: 16 credits

English and Communication

(9 credits)

ENG 121	English Composition I (GT-CO1)	3
ENG 122	English Composition II (GT-CO2)	3

COM 115	Public Speaking	3
	OR
COM 125	Interpersonal Communication	3

Mathematics

(4 credits)

MAT 120	Mathematics for Liberal Arts: GT-MA1	4
	OR
MAT 121	College Algebra: GT-MA1	4

Social Sciences

(3 credits)

ECO 201

Principles of Macroeconomics (GT-SS1)

Required Core Courses for Computer Department: 11 credits

CIS 115	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	3
CIS 128	Intro to Operating Systems	3
CIS 202	Automated Project Management: MS Project	3
CIS 203	Technology for Career Success	2

Required Courses for Technology for Business Operations: 24 credits

BUS 115	Introduction to Business	3
BUS 216	Legal Environment of Business	3
BUS 217	Business Communication and Report Writing	3
CIS 118	Introduction to PC Applications	3
CIS 135	Complete PC Word Processing (Word)	3
CIS 145	Complete PC Database (Access)	3
CIS 155	PC Spreadsheet Concepts (Excel)	3
MGD 114	Adobe InDesign	3

Electives: 9 credits

Choose 3 courses:

BTE 225	Office Management	3
BUS 226	Business Statistics	3
CIS 165	Complete Presentation Graphics (Power Point)	3
CWB 110	Complete Web Authoring (HTML)	3
MAR 216	Principles of Marketing	3
MGD 112	Adobe Illustrator I	3

Pre-requisites for degree: MAT 050, CCR 092, CCR 093 or CCR 094, or equivalent ACT scores, ability to type 30 wpm.

Community College of Aurora is a diverse, tight-knit community that offers quality education at two convenient locations and online. Students leave CCA prepared for the next stage of their lives, whether in the workforce or at a four-year institution.

CCA is committed to student success and provides many resources, tools and support to aid students in their education. From enrollment to graduation, CCA is dedicated to helping students realize their potential both inside and outside of the classroom.

CCA’s mission is to help students succeed in college and beyond. Cutting-edge technology, outstanding faculty, student clubs and countless services work together to ensure that students meet their goals.

CCA offers over 40 areas of degrees and certificates to choose from, many as part of seamless transfer plans. Students can take classroom, online, hybrid and evening/weekend classes to fit their schedule.

Each member of CCA’s skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate faculty and staff is committed to creating a comfortable and supportive learning environment for students. Students and alumni of diverse backgrounds have excelled at CCA and beyond.

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CCA proudly serves Aurora and the surrounding communities, engaging in economic and community development initiatives through workforce training, certificate and degree programs and community enrichment.