Associate of Science Transfer - Business

updated: 6.10.24

Associate of Science Transfer - Business

AST Degree: 90 credits

The Associate of Science Transfer – Business degree offers a streamlined path for CGCC students to gain credits and transfer seamlessly to an Oregon university in pursuit of a Bachelor of Science in Business. This map is beneficial for students who know they want to transfer in Business, but who may be unsure of their intended transfer destination. There are two possible transfer paths: CGCC offers Track A which aligns with Eastern Oregon University, Portland State University, Southern Oregon University and the Oregon Institute of Technology. Students should work with their advisor to choose the best path for their goals, and to ensure they fulfill the requirements of this major transfer map.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be able to:

  1. Employ critical thinking skills through the application of problem-solving methods in business contexts.
  2. Leverage technology to support the requirements of various business operations.
  3. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of fundamental accounting concepts.

Program Prerequisites

  • MTH 95 Intermediate Algebra (4 credits) or equivalent placement
  • IRW 115 Critical Reading and Writing (5 credits) or WR 115 Introduction to Expository Writing (4 credits) or equivalent placement

Track A: EOU, PSU, SOU, OIT

No greater than 3 credits of PE shall comprise the courses for the MTM.  

 

Core Transfer Map Requirements - 32 credits
WR 121ZComposition I4 credits
MTH 111Z or higherMath in Society4 credits
 Principles of Economics: Microeconomics4 credits
 Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics4 credits
 General Education Electives - Arts & Letters (200 level literature course, but not repeating ENG 253 or ENG 254)18 credits
 General Education Electives - Lab Science biological and/or physical18 credits
 1 At least one Core Transfer Requirement course must also satisfy Cultural Literacy outcomes for the AAOT
Major Requirements - 12 credits
WR 227ZTechnical Writing4 credits
STAT 243Elementary Statistics I4 credits
STAT 244  
COMM 111Z  
 General Education Elective - Arts & Letters (200 level literature course other than ENG 253 or ENG 2544 credits
BA 131  
BA 101Z  
BA 211Z  
BA 213Z  
BA 226 4 credits
Electives - 46 credits
Varied (must be college level - 100 or above)
Work closely with a Business Advisor to select courses that will help you fulfill any remaining degree requirements. It is VITAL that you work with an Advisor at your current school to plan your needed courses for the university you wish to attend, as the transfer of course credits varies from one university to another. This list does not guarantee acceptance as a general education or business elective courses by the university you plan to attend.
No greater than 12 credits of CTE shall comprise the courses for the MTM.
Course grades must be “C” grade or better.
Additionally, pick from the following suggested course categories (20-22 credits) which may be General Education and/or lower division Business Electives at the university you wish to attend (It is VITAL that you work with an Advisor):

Arts and Letters (3-4 credits per class):

  • Business Ethics
  • Art History
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Philosophy
  • Music/Theater Literacy
  • World Literature
  • Writing

Social Science (3-4 credits per class):

  • Anthropology
  • Geography
  • Psychology (social/cognitive)
  • Sociology (cultural/social change/diversity)
  • US Government Politics & History
  • Global Civilization
  • Women’s Studies

Science (3-4 credits per class):

  • Global Ecology & Conservation

Business Courses (3-4 credits per class) (if offered): 

Depending on the area you wish to focus on in Business, one or more business elective(s) may be appropriate. Speak to your advisor for guidance