Management, AAS

Program Details

Semester 1

• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
• MGT 101 - Principles of Management Credits: 3
• Select 3 Credits from Option 1  Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits from Option 2  Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits from Option 3  Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits from Option 4   Credits: 3

Semester 2

• ADM 221 - Career Development Skills Credits: 2
• MGT 147 - Leadership Development Credits: 3
• MKT 110 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits from Option 5   Credits: 3
• Select 3-4 credits from Option 6   Credits: 3-4

Semester 3

• MGT 801 - Business Internship Credits: 3
• MGT 802 - Bus. Internship Seminar I Credits: 2

Semester 4

• MGT 128 - Organizational Behavior Credits: 3
• MGT 170 - Human Resource Management Credits: 3
• BUS 185 - Business Law I Credits: 3
• ACC 131 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: 4
• Select 3 credits from Option 7 Credits: 3

Semester 5

• MKT 140 - Selling Credits: 3
• Select credits 12 from Option 8  Credits: 12

Total Credits Required to Complete the AAS Degree - 66*

*Total credits are calculated using the least number of credits needed to satisfy the option requirements.

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$185.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $15,155**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Accomplish organizational objectives by directing the efforts of employees.
• Plan and implement work schedules.
• Use technology for communication, business applications, web applications and presentations to individuals and groups.
• Purchase products for resale or manage a physical distribution program.
• Be a team leader with a group of employees.
• Plan and execute production programs using Total Quality Management.
• Establish human resource programs such as salary, schedules, fringe benefit packages, equal employment opportunity programs and training programs.
• Execute or manage the information flow in a business.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Work and relate well with people from various backgrounds.
• Follow through on details.
• Be self-managed, manage your own time, take initiative.
• Ability to persuasively provide solutions and ideas.
• Keep updated on products and services; learn on your own.
• Evaluate how effectively programs are working.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• The Management program offers a number of career and additional education options.
• Some employers will pay tuition for you to get a baccalaureate degree.
• Have an opportunity to plan and organize your work schedule.
• Pressure and stress may exist when deadlines and company objectives have to be met.
• Strong math background will enhance success in some management areas.
• Most work details and programs will be executed through the use of a computer/terminal.
• Average starting salary: AAS-$43,333 (2014-2015 Placement Report).

Program Competencies

1. Lead the work activities of employees
2. Direct the work activities of employees
3. Evaluate the work activities of employees
4. Execute the human resource activities of a group
5. Implement training and development activities to enhance employee and organizational performance
6. Deploy the marketing mix strategies from the perspective of a management team member
7. Demonstrate effective conflict resolution skills
8. Delegate duties and tasks in accomplishing organizational objectives 
9. Adopt motivational strategies to optimize the performance of employees for the benefit of the organization
10. Facilitate continuous process improvement throughout an organization
11. Analyze financial and statistical data to support decisions
12. Implement project management initiatives
13. Interpret the legal aspects of various industries as it relates to a manager’s role in an organization

Nondiscrimination Statement

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
Agriculture, Natural and Environmental Science
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Arts, Design, and Visual Communication
Business, Management, and Marketing
Education, Public, and Human Services
Health Science
Hospitality and Culinary
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Transportation & Logistics

Entrance requirements for specific programs can be found at https://www.dmacc.edu/pathways/.₍₂₀₂₁₎

Competencies revises date

AY2023