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Small Business Entrepreneurship A.S. Degree (05700.AS)

School of Business and Economics

The Entrepreneurship programs at Merced College are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to start and operate a small business.

Students who possess industry skills or talents will be educated in areas to help them be successful business people. Additionally, students who complete undergraduate coursework in the field of entrepreneurship will be prepared for transfer to a four-year institution.

An Associate of Science Degree in Small Business Entrepreneurship is available upon satisfactory completion of the graduation requirements and completing the 29 units of course work. Students must meet the graduation requirements and complete the major requirements with the following core courses with a grade of “C” or higher in each course.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Assess a new business’ potential in the external environment in order to distinguish between a business idea and a business opportunity.

B. Analyze financial information associated with starting up a new business and maintaining an existing business.

C. Present a business plan suitable for potential investors and/or financial lending institutions.

D. Demonstrate techniques to promote a new business venture using current methods.

Visit the Program Mapper for more information on when to take classes and career information.


Program Requirements:

Program Core: (29 Units)

Units

ACTG-31 Computerized Accounting 

2

BUS-10 Introduction to Business 

3

BUS-35 Money Management 

3

AOM-30 Introduction to Computer Applications 

3

AOM-43 Essentials of Business Communication

3

MGMT-31 Principles of Management

3

MGMT-33 Elements of Effective Leadership 

3

BUS-37 Small Business Entrepreneurship 

3

MKTG-30 Principles of Marketing 

3

MKTG-33 Advertising 

3

Select two courses from management Series

MGMT-50A Challenges of Leadership: Difficult People/Tough Conversations (0.5)
MGMT-50B Values and Ethics (0.5)
MGMT-50C Time Management (0.5)
MGMT-50D Communication in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-50F Team Building (0.5)
MGMT-50G Decision Making and Problem Solving (0.5)
MGMT-50H Customer Service (0.5)
MGMT-50I Attitude in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-50J Thrive and Survive in the Workplace (0.5)
MGMT-51C Leadership Essentials: What Emerging Leaders Need to Know (0.5)
MGMT-51F Conflict Resolution (0.5)
MGMT-51G Stress Management and Counseling (0.5)
MGMT-52C Successful Business Speaking (0.5)
MGMT-52D Managing Organizational Change (0.5)

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Total: (30 Units)

Completion of MCCD-GE Breadth: (23 units)

Elective (as needed to reach 60 units) Units: (7 Units)

Total Degree Units: (60 Units)


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Contact Information

Dean

Caroline Dawson

Phone

(209) 384-6120

School Office

ART-3

COUNSELING

(209) 381-6478

Entrepreneurship Website