2026-2027 Course Catalog
Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, AAS
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The Business Administration-Entrepreneurship Concentration AAS degree is intended for the student who desires employment in a small business or plans to open and operate their own small business. Students will engage in a course of study that will prepare them with knowledge in Accounting, Computer Applications, Economics, Business Communications and Presentations, Small Business Management and Marketing Principles, Business Law, and Strategic Management.
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Locations: Ankeny, Online
Students may start any semester.
Graduation Requirements
To earn an Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, AAS degree, a student must complete the standard core requirements for the degree, plus the Entrepreneurship/Business required courses and must maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Option 1 - Select 3 credits
Option 2 - Select 3 credits
Option 3 - Select 3 credits
Option 4 - Select 3-4 Credits
Option 5 - Select 3 Credits
Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 65*
*Total credits are calculated using the least number of credits needed to satisfy the option requirements. Fixed Costs
Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change. Varied Costs
Costs | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Books (approximate) | 600 | 600 | 700 | 700 |
Approximate total for program: $16,575**
**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost. What Kind of Work Will You Do?
- Research and develop a business plan for a start-up organization.
- Assist in planning, organizing, leading and controlling the work activities of a new or existing business.
- Hire, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of employees.
- Provide analysis and recommendations for implementing best practice solutions to stakeholders.
- Forecast Industry needs/demands and market, sell, and/or support products or services to business-to-consumer and business-to-business customers.
- Use technology for communication, business applications, web applications and presentations to individuals and groups.
- Execute or manage the information flow in an organization.
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?
- Ability to organize and plan the flow of work activities.
- Understanding of setting goals and measuring goal achievement success.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively.
- Teamwork and leadership abilities.
- Computer technology skills in Microsoft Office, social and digital media platforms and enterprise programs.
- Ability to analyze and interpret organizational data
- Understanding of laws and regulations and make ethical decisions
What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?
- Reading, communication and math skills must be at college level to gain maximum benefit from classes.
- For career advancement and advanced position placement, students may need to continue college coursework beyond the two-year program.
- For transferability to four-year colleges and universities, it is important that students work closely with advisors and admissions counselors to maximize their course transfer options.
- Average starting salary $33,007 (A.A.S.) (2020-21 Placement Report).
Program Competencies
1. Understand the functional areas of business
2. Evaluate ethical, social, and legal issues in business
3. Demonstrate effective communication skills
4. Identify data to support business decisions
5. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
6. Identify Entrepreneurial opportunities that create value
Competencies revised date
AY2025 Nondiscrimination Statement
It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of 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. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Director, Enterprise Risk Management, 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Bldg 22, Ankeny, IA 50023, 515-513-0655, feedback@dmacc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov (2026) |
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