Advance Your Career with an Affordable Business Degree
STLCC’s associate in arts (AA) in business administration gives you the skills you need to succeed in today’s business world while keeping your education affordable. You’ll learn the fundamentals of business management, finance, marketing, and operations, building a strong foundation that can prepare you for a wide range of opportunities.
The program can be completed online or on campus, allowing you to finish the first two years of a bachelor’s degree at a fraction of the cost. This approach helps you save money now while preparing for long-term success in business or continuing your education at a four-year university.
What is Business Administration at St. Louis Community College?
A business degree from STLCC teaches you how to manage people, resources, and operations, skills that are essential for success in any business setting.
You’ll learn how to:
- Solve problems using data and critical thinking
- Communicate clearly and confidently
- Make smart, ethical decisions
- Understand how businesses run and what drives success
- Plan strategically and use data to guide choices
- Take what you learn and apply it to real-world challenges
By the time you finish your associate degree in business, you’ll have the knowledge and experience to make informed business decisions, solve real-world problems and transfer smoothly to a bachelor’s degree program.
What Can You Do with a Business Administration Associate Degree?
Completing the AA in business administration opens doors to many opportunities in the corporate, nonprofit and government sectors. You’ll gain the skills to manage teams, analyze data and make decisions that help organizations succeed.
The degree also gives you a strong foundation to continue your education at a four-year college or specialize in areas like management, finance or marketing, setting you up for long-term career growth.
AA in Business Administration
- Degree offered: Associate in arts
- Locations: Florissant Valley, Forest Park, Meramec, Wildwood, Online
- Hours to complete: 61-62
- Program contact name: Nicholas Peppes
- Program contact email: npeppes@stlcc.edu
Tuition for district residents is $122 per credit hour for in-district students. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Why You Should Choose STLCC's Business Administration Program
Schedules Built for Your Busy Life
Fitting a quality education into your busy life is easy with the flexibility STLCC offers, including day and evening classes, in-person and live virtual lectures, as well as online and hybrid options.
Multiple Locations Near You
With four campuses and multiple education centers, STLCC has locations around the St. Louis metropolitan area that are close to your home or work, which makes for an easy commute.
Ramp Up High Wage Skills
STLCC offers career-focused programs for high-wage, high-skill and in-demand jobs. STLCC provides opportunities for college transfers, career development and workforce training.
Seamless Credit Transfer with CORE 42
Missouri’s CORE 42 program guarantees seamless transfer of all Missouri Transfer (MOTR) courses to all public, four-year colleges and universities in the state of Missouri.
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