Advance Your Career with an Affordable Business Degree
STLCC’s associate in arts (AA) in business administration helps you build a strong foundation in the skills needed for today’s business environment while providing an affordable pathway toward your goals. You’ll explore key areas of business, including management, finance, marketing and operations, while developing critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills.
The program is designed to prepare you for continued education at a four-year college or university. By completing your first two years at STLCC, you can save on tuition costs while earning credits that apply toward a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
With flexible course options, including online and on-campus classes, STLCC makes it easier to pursue your goals while balancing your schedule.
What is Business Administration at St. Louis Community College?
A business administration degree from St. Louis Community College helps you develop the skills needed to understand how organizations operate, make informed decisions and contribute to business success. You’ll explore key areas of business, including management, finance, marketing and operations, while building skills that apply across many industries.
Through your coursework, you’ll learn how to:
- Solve problems using data and critical thinking.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in professional settings.
- Make informed, ethical business decisions.
- Understand how businesses operate and what drives success.
- Plan strategically and use information to guide decisions.
- Apply business concepts to real-world situations.
The program helps you build a strong foundation for a variety of career paths or continued education. After completing your associate degree, you’ll be prepared to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program in business or a related field, or apply your skills in entry-level business roles.
What Can You Do with a Business Administration Associate Degree?
An AA in business administration prepares you with a broad understanding of how organizations operate and how business decisions are made. The skills you develop can apply to many industries, including corporate, nonprofit and government sectors.
With this degree, you’ll build knowledge in areas such as management, finance, marketing and operations while strengthening skills in communication, problem-solving and critical thinking. These skills can prepare you for entry-level business roles or help you advance in your current career.
The degree also provides a strong foundation for transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. You can continue your education and focus on areas such as management, finance, marketing, entrepreneurship or other business specialties to expand your career opportunities.
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 $127 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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