Business & Accounting
About Business
Program Options
Accounting (AAS)
The Accounting AAS is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in bookkeeping and accounting. Credits earned in this program may also apply toward further study in business.
This program is a good fit if you:
- Want to enter the workforce in an accounting or bookkeeping role
- Are interested in payroll, financial recordkeeping, or tax preparation
- Plan to build toward further credentials in accounting or finance
Business (AAS)
- Want to enter the workforce in a business, management, or administrative role
- Are interested in exploring multiple areas of business before specializing
- Plan to build a foundation in business before pursuing further education
Associate of Business (ABUS)
This is a transfer degree designed for students planning to continue their education at a four-year university in business, finance, management, marketing, or a related field.
This program is a good fit if you:
- Plan to transfer to NAU, ASU, the University of Arizona, or another university
- Want to complete lower-division business coursework at CCC before transferring
- Are building toward a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field
Accounting Certificate
This is a focused credential designed to prepare students for entry-level accounting and bookkeeping positions. This certificate can be completed more quickly than a full degree and may be applied toward the Business AAS.
This program is a good fit if you:
- Want to enter the workforce quickly in an accounting role
- Are building toward a full degree over time
- Are seeking a professional credential to support career advancement
What Can I Do within Business
Business and accounting skills are among the most transferable in the workforce. CCC graduates pursue careers across industries including finance, healthcare administration, retail management, hospitality, entrepreneurship, and public service.
Career Paths
- Accountant or Auditor
- Bookkeeper
- Budget Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Sales or Purchasing Manager
- Business Administrator
- Employee Training Specialist
- Health Services Administrator
What Will I Learn?
- Accounting principles, including financial and managerial accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll
- Business communications and professional writing for workplace contexts
- Management and organizational behavior, including how businesses operate and make decisions
- Economics, including both microeconomic and macroeconomic principles
- Mathematics for business, including applied calculations for financial and operational decision-making
- Entrepreneurship and small business principles for students interested in starting or running their own business
Program at a glance
- Length of Program
- Associate of Science (AS) Transfer Degree
- AGEC-S Certificate
- Individual AGEC courses
- Course Delivery:
- In-person and Online Classes
- Course Schedule:
- Day and Evening Classes Available
- Transferrability:
- All Courses transfer to NAU, ASU, and U of A as AGEC credit.
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Military/Veteran Benefits Available
- Location:
- Lone Tree Cmapus
- Page Campus
- Online
Transfer options
The Associate of Business (ABUS) is designed specifically for students planning to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program in business or a related field at an Arizona public university. Completing your ABUS at CCC means your credits are structured to apply toward your intended university major, helping you avoid starting over or losing ground on your way to a bachelor’s degree.
Please meet with an Advisor to discuss options.
Career Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which business program is right for me?
It depends on your goals. If you plan to transfer to a four-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree in business, the Associate of Business (ABUS) is the right starting point. If you want to enter the workforce in an accounting or business role, the AAS in Accounting or Business or the Accounting Certificate may be a better fit. An advisor can help you choose the program that best aligns with your goals.
- Can I transfer to a university with a business degree from CCC?
Yes. The Associate of Business (ABUS) is a transfer degree designed to apply toward a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field at Arizona public universities, including NAU, ASU, and the University of Arizona. CCC has dedicated transfer pathways and university partnerships to help you make that transition smoothly.
- Do I need business experience to enroll?
No prior experience is required. CCC’s business and accounting courses are designed to build your knowledge and skills from the ground up, whether you’re exploring business for the first time or looking to formalize skills you’ve already developed.
- Can I earn a credential quickly if I need to enter the workforce soon?
Yes. The Accounting Certificate is a focused, shorter-term credential designed to prepare students for entry-level accounting and bookkeeping positions. It can also be applied toward the full Business AAS if you decide to continue your education.
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Next Steps:
- Apply for free
- Find ways to pay for college
- Meet with your Advisor
- Enroll in classes
