Business Administration

Bakersfield College’s Business Administration program helps you explore the world of business. You’ll learn about accounting, finance, and economics—all important tools for working in today’s business world. This program is also a great first step if you plan to transfer to a four-year college.

Our teachers have real-world business experience and will guide you with hands-on lessons to help you use what you learn in real-life situations.

What is Business Administration?

Business administration means learning how to run and manage a business. You’ll study how businesses make decisions, manage money, hire people, and sell products or services.

Classes may include:

• Accounting
• Economics
• Management
• Business law
• Marketing
• Human resources

This program helps you build skills to solve problems, make decisions, and understand how businesses work.

Is Business Administration for Me?

This program might be a good fit if you:

• Like solving problems
• Enjoy working with others
• Are good at staying organized
• Communicate clearly
• Want to learn how businesses run
• Like setting goals and making plans
• Are creative and can think fast
• Want to be a leader

You don’t need to have all these skills to start. You’ll build many of them throughout the program.

Business Administration Degree and Certificate

Select the degree or certificate title for the catalog description and requirements.

• Associate of Science for Transfer (AS-T)
• Certificate of Achievement (COA)
• Job Skills Certificate (JSC)

Business Administration 2.0 AST

Gives you a strong foundation in business and prepares you to transfer to a California State University (CSU).

General Business JSC

Covers the basics of business. Great for starting a career right away or building toward further study.

Strategic Management COA

Focuses on planning, leadership, and communication in business. Good for those interested in team management or business strategy.

Paying For Education

You CAN Afford BC

Don’t let finances get in the way of your goals. Get help paying for college costs like tuition, books, or sometimes even the rent with a variety of financial aid options to help you reach your educational and career goals.

I Can Afford College

Careers in Business Administration

With a Business Administration degree or certificate, you can explore many career options. Some examples include:

• Office Manager
• Sales Representative
• Customer Service Representative
• Marketing Coordinator
• Human Resources Assistant
• Account Manager
• Financial Services Representative

These jobs are in high demand, and the skills you learn at BC can help you grow in your career or continue your education.

These are just some of the many jobs you can get with a Business Administration degree. Businesses are always looking for people with strong skills in communication, organization, and problem-solving. This means there are lots of chances to grow, learn more, and move up in your career.

Beyond BC

Transfer to a University

Graduates with an Associate Degree from Bakersfield College may choose to continue their education at a university to earn a 4-year degree. See your Counselor and/or a Transfer Specialist for specific questions, options, and opportunities.

Transfer Pathways

Academic Department: Business Education

Career & Learning Pathway: Business Pathway

Courses: Business Administration (BSAD)