Associate Of Applied Science - Business Administration

The business administration program focuses on general business operations and the critical decision-making process required for success in today's fast-paced work environment. Students learn the fundamentals of business planning, interpersonal skills, and communication skills needed to succeed on the job. This program is available for qualified deaf and hard of hearing students. The business administration program, offered by RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf, blends practical business experiences with theory and teaches you how to apply these concepts in actual business situations through case studies, interactive sessions, and cooperative education work experience. This degree is for students contemplating careers in marketing, sales, retail, advertising, banking, management, human resources, hospitality, and other related fields. You’ll receive leadership training in addition to becoming proficient in the use of computer software applications necessary to succeed in the business world. Decision-making skills will be stressed throughout the program as well as consensus-building skills that support working in team situations. Business administration is available as an associate in applied science (AAS) degree or as an Associate+Bachelor’s Degree Program. The AAS degree in business administration is a career-focused degree program that leads to immediate entry into well-paying careers at the paraprofessional or technician level.