Business Administration

SUNY Adirondack's Business Administration degree program studies the management of all business operations. Students learn through a blend of practical business experiences and theory. This degree can be earned online, at SUNY Adirondack Queensbury or SUNY Adirondack Saratoga.

Degree
Associate in Science
Program Type
Transfer Degree
Pathway
Business
Additional Program Option
Online
Credits
60

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an ability to prepare and analyze business financial statements.
2. Demonstrate the ability to organize, analyze, manage and disseminate financial information.
3. Demonstrate effective oral and written communications skills.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics as they relate to the business environment.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical framework in today’s business environment.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of effective public-speaking techniques.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in use of computer software application to analyze and present business information. 

Getting down to business

SUNY Adirondack's faculty have years of real-world business experience. Faculty have participated in Fortune 500 companies, CPA firms and area businesses. Seize opportunities to network with local business professionals and create valuable connections.

A student presents in a business class

Business degrees

SUNY Adirondack's Business Administration degree program prepares students for further education in concentrations including accounting, finance, marketing, economics and human resources. SUNY ADK holds more than 30 seamless transfer agreements. The most popular transfer institutions for this program include: The University at Albany | Empire State College | Siena College | Paul Smith’s College | SUNY Plattsburgh

Curriculum and requirements

Topics in economics, law, ethics, and financial/managerial accounting build your skills. Business planning, technology and interpersonal skills/communication provide understanding. This degree program finishes with a strong foundation in liberal arts. Case studies, interactive sessions and internships grant knowledge valuable to actual business situations. Students gain critical decision-making skills, furthering success in today's fast-paced work conditions. 

Degree requirements and sample schedule
 

Investing in the future

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Quotation

SUNY Adirondack is so different from big universities. I just loved campus because it wasn't massive."

Brady Sausville Co-owner of Sausville Benson Financial 2016