Business Management: Career Associate

The Business Management: Career Associate program at Harrisburg Area Community College offers students a comprehensive foundation in the essential principles and practices of business. Designed to equip students with the necessary skills to excel in various corporate and entrepreneurial environments, this program emphasizes practical knowledge, critical thinking, and effective communication. Students will explore key areas such as management principles, business ethics, marketing, accounting, finance, and organizational behavior, preparing them to take on a variety of roles in the business world. The curriculum combines theoretical coursework with practical applications, including case studies, projects, and internships, to ensure students gain real-world experience and improve their employability upon graduation. This program is ideal for those seeking a quick entry into the workforce or for individuals planning to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a bachelor's degree in business or related fields. Harrisburg Area Community College is committed to providing high-quality education with experienced faculty members, state-of-the-art facilities, and ongoing student support services. Graduates of the Business Management: Career Associate program will be well-prepared to start careers in areas such as management, sales, customer service, and administrative roles. They will also have the foundational knowledge necessary to continue their studies and achieve long-term career growth in the dynamic world of business.

General Education   
ENGL 101 English Composition I  3 
ENGL 102 English Composition II (or)  3 
  ENGL 106 Business Writing  (3
COMM 101 Effective Speaking  3 
Core A Elective  3 
Core B Elective (Recommend: ECON 202)  3 
Core C Elective  3 
*Free Elective  3 
Physical Education & Wellness  1 

Major Requirements   
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I  4 
ACCT 200 Principles of Accounting II  4 
BUSI 101 Introduction to Business  3 
BUSI 201 Business Law I  3 
BUSI 230 Intro to International Business  3 
CIS 105 Intro to Software for Business  3 
ECON 201 Principles of Economics: Macro  3 
MGMT 201 Principles of Management  3 
MGMT 203 Human Resources Management  3 
MGMT 226 Principles of Leadership  3 
MKTG 201 Principles of Marketing  3 
**Program Electives  6 

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Communicate effectively and professionally in business management situations through physical or virtual presence, writing, speaking, listening, and electronic media

Use quantitative and qualitative tools and methodologies to support business management and organizational decision making

Describe economic, environmental, political, ethical, legal, and regulatory contexts of global organizational management policies

Evaluate potential for business success and consider implementation issues including financial, legal, operational, and administrative procedures

Identify business management problems and opportunities and formulate an action plan

Manage by using team building skills and facilitate collaborative behaviors in the accomplishment of group goals and objectives

Work effectively, respectfully, ethically, and professionally with people of diverse ethnic, cultural, gender, and other backgrounds, as well as with people with different organizational roles, social affiliations, and personalities

Analyze the information content of organizational processes and use information technology

Utilize research methods to collect and analyze information regarding management concepts

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations