Business: Organization and Business Administration, A.S. - CPS, CPSO

Undergraduate

Business: Organization and Business Administration

Explore a foundational overview of core business functions, including management, marketing, and finance.
Degree
Associate of Science
Location
Online
Courses
16*
Credit
60 hrs.*
Full-time
Varies (Transfer up to 44 credits)
Part-time
Varies (Transfer up to 44 credits)
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College of Professional Studies

The online Associate Degree in Business: Organization and Business Administration Option at the University of New Hampshire provides a foundational overview of core business functions, including management, marketing, and finance. The program emphasizes practical skills in communication, decision-making, and organizational operations, preparing students for entry-level roles in business, sales, or human resources. 

Additionally, it facilitates a seamless transition to bachelor's degree programs in Business, Accounting and Finance, Public Administration, or Marketing.

*Number of courses and course credit hours may vary, please reach out to your academic advisor for exact requirements.

College of Professional Studies

What is the Organization and Business Administration option?

An Associate Degree in Business with an option in Organization and Business Administration is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with a strong foundation in various aspects of business operations and management. This degree program combines fundamental business knowledge with specialized coursework focusing on organizational principles, administrative processes, and leadership skills. This degree prepares students for a smooth transition to the B.S. in Business Management or related degree.

Why study the Organization and Business Administration option at UNH College of Professional Studies?

This organization and business administration option covers a solid understanding of essential business concepts such as marketing, accounting, finance, human resources, and entrepreneurship. The option will also delve deeper into the field of organization and business administration, exploring topics like organizational behavior, strategic planning, project management, and effective communication. This degree prepares students for a smooth transition to our B.S. in Business Management or a related degree.

Potential Career Areas

  • Sales Manager
  • Logistician
  • Property Manager
  • Employer Relations Manager
  • Project Coordinator

Curriculum & Requirements

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Program Description
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The Associate in Science degree in Business is designed for students interested in gaining a solid foundation in the field of business. The program includes an overview of general management theory and introduces students to the fundamental concepts of economics, marketing, finance, and organizational behavior. Students are able to further customize their degree by choosing from an array of three-course concentrations to gain specialized knowledge. This degree prepares students for a smooth transition to the B.S. in Business Management or related degree.
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Degree Plan
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 This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at UNH.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
APST 405 Career Development and Planning 2
CMPL 402 Excel 2
COM 460 Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics 4
ENG 420 The Writing Process 4
MGMT 410 Principles of Management 4
 Credits16
Spring
CRIT 501 Introduction to Critical Inquiry 4
Select one of the following: 4
MTH 402
 Math for Our World  
MTH 504
 Statistics  
MTH 510
 Pre-Calculus  
ACCT 532
or ECO 470
or HRM 420
or MGMT 569
or MKT 510
 Financial Accounting
or Principles of Economics
or Human Resource Management
or Budget Management
or Principles of Marketing
 4
General Education Course 4
 Credits16
Second Year
Fall
COM 480 Visual Communication 4
ENT 500
or ECO 470
or ECO 580
or HRM 420
or MGMT 595
or MGMT 625
or MKT 510
or OPS 600
 The Entrepreneurial Mindset
or Principles of Economics
or International Economics
or Human Resource Management
or Practicum in Management
or Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management
or Principles of Marketing
or Operations Management
 4
HRM 420
or ACCT 532
or MGMT 569
or ECO 470
or MKT 510
 Human Resource Management
or Financial Accounting
or Budget Management
or Principles of Economics
or Principles of Marketing
 4
General Education Course 4
 Credits16
Spring
Select two of the following: Also may take ENT 500 or HRM 420 if these courses aren't used to fill a different major requirement. 8
ECO 470
 Principles of Economics  
ECO 580
 International Economics  
MGMT 595
 Practicum in Management  
MGMT 625
 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management  
MKT 510
 Principles of Marketing  
OPS 600
 Operations Management  
General Education Course 4
 Credits12
 Total Credits60
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Requirements for the Program
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Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 60 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 16 credits must be taken at UNH
Minimum GPA: 2.0 required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: General Education Program

Major, Option, and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*Major GPA requirements as indicated.

General Education Program Requirements

A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of one course overlap between the Major and General Education areas.

ENG 420The Writing Process4
COM 460Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics4
COM 480Visual Communication4
CRIT 501Introduction to Critical Inquiry4
Select one of the following:4
MTH 402
Math for Our World
MTH 504
Statistics
MTH 510
Pre-Calculus
Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems4
Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World4
Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression4
Total Credits32

Major Requirements

A minimum grade of C- is required in all Major and Option coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of one course overlap between the Major/Option and General Education areas.

Major in Business
APST 405Career Development and Planning2
CMPL 402Excel2
MGMT 410Principles of Management4
Select two of the following:8
Students should not take both ACCT 532 and MGMT 569 as part of their major elective group.
ACCT 532
Financial Accounting
or ECO 470
 Principles of Economics
or HRM 420
 Human Resource Management
or MGMT 569
 Budget Management
or MKT 510
 Principles of Marketing
Option in Organization and Business Administration
Select three of the following:12
ECO 470
Principles of Economics
or ECO 580
 International Economics
or ENT 500
 The Entrepreneurial Mindset
or HRM 420
 Human Resource Management
or MGMT 595
 Practicum in Management
or MGMT 625
 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management
or MKT 510
 Principles of Marketing
or OPS 600
 Operations Management
Total Credits28

Electives 

Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, concentration or minor. Students will need 60 credits total to graduate with an associate degree.

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Student Learning Outcomes
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Program Learning Outcomes

  • Attain proficiency in the basic concepts, theories, and methods of inquiry in business.
  • Evaluate ethical principles that guide businesses.
  • Prepare for seamless transition to the Bachelor of Science in Business Management program.

Course Highlights

  • Principles of Economics
  • Principles of Management
  • Financial Accounting
  • Principles of Marketing
  • ...and more!

Key Benefits of UNH CPS Online

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Advantages
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  • 100% online courses – Learn from anywhere with flexible scheduling.
  • 8-week terms – Move toward your goals faster.
  • Affordable tuition – Among the lowest in New England and nationwide.
  • Nationally ranked – Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Regionally accredited – By the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE).
  • Generous transfer credit policy – About 89% of our students transfer in; we specialize in maximizing your previous college coursework and other college-level learning.
  • Credit for prior learning – Earn credit for relevant work experience, military training, and other learning outside the classroom.
  • Rolling admissions – Apply anytime and start in the term that works for you.
  • No GMAT or GRE required – Streamlined admissions process.
  • Expert faculty – Instructors are subject matter experts who share real-world experience to help you apply what you learn to your career goals.
  • Career advising for life – Available to all students, alumni, and even prospective students exploring their options. 
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Admissions Requirements
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  • Completion of our free, online application for admission
  • High school diploma, completion of a high school education in a homeschool setting under state law, or demonstrate high school equivalency.
    • Successful completion of one of the following exams will be required for demonstrating high school equivalency: the GED, HiSET, or TASC
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Opportunity to Earn a Bachelor's
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Those wishing to continue their education may apply their 60-credit associate degree toward an 120-credit bachelor’s degree. Ask your advisor for details!

Credit for What you Know

Your Prior Learning Counts

Many of our students can demonstrate college-level knowledge gained from military, workplace and volunteer-based training, and experiences. We are experts at helping students demonstrate learning and earning academic credit.

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