Cascadia's Associate in Business degree is an MRP/DTA Major-Related Program (part of the Direct Transfer Agreement) that prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university in the area of business. In this program you will study accounting, business math, business law, economics, statistics, and more. You will also develop presentation, leadership, and communication skills and learn how to create individual and small group projects in small classes led by outstanding faculty.
Modalities
Coursework may be completed through a combination of in-person (web enhanced), hybrid and online modes, though not every course is offered in the same modality each quarter. Specific courses may be offered at certain times of the year. Consult the current Class Schedule.
Placement
Many courses at Cascadia College have placement prerequisites for reading, writing and math ability. The courses that you will place into determine how you progress through your pathway and how long your degree will take. There are a variety of ways to find your English and Math placement level.
In order to earn the Associate's degree connected to this pathway, you will need to complete one of the following sets of math courses:
- Option 1:
- Option 2:
- Option 3:
In addition to these math courses, you will also need to complete one of the following:
The statistics course you take will be determined by your future transfer goals. You will need to consult with an academic advisor after placement to be sure to enroll in a course that is consistent with your planned course of study.
If you have any questions about this pathway, contact: advising@cascadia.edu
The information below assumes the following:
- You are beginning with an English placement of ENGL& 101
- You are beginning with a math placement of MATH& 141 or higher
- You will be attending full-time each quarter (3 classes)
- You will start in the fall quarter
- You are ready to take 100 and 200-level classes in your first quarter
- You are NOT taking courses during summer quarters
If any of these points do not apply to you, you can still complete the pathway! You will just need to make some adjustments to your course schedule. Talk with an Academic Advisor to create a long-term academic plan that meets your needs.
The Annual Course Planning Guide shows Cascadia’s tentative plan for classes and the quarters in which they are offered. It is intended for planning purposes only and should not be considered a guarantee of class offerings. Actual quarterly sections may be changed, added, or removed. Students should use the Searchable Quarterly Class Schedule to see up to date class offerings.
Quarter One (Fall)
- Find your community! Attend activities and connect with student clubs related to your long-term goals or interests.
- Meet with your Advisor and build a long-term course plan.
- If you have credits through AP testing or from another college, begin the process of having them officially evaluated.
Quarter Two (Winter)
- Compare the different Business majors offered at the universities you're interested in.
- Look for local opportunities to participate in business-related activities.
Quarter Three (Spring)
- Look for a summer job or internship related to your career goals.
- Check the GPA and other entry requirements for your future major/university. Are you on track?
Quarter Four (Fall)
- Meet with your advisor about applying to universities. Start your transfer applications!
- Apply for next year's financial aid at your desired universities.
- If next year's FAFSA isn't available yet, set a reminder for when it will be!
Quarter Five (Winter)
- Meet with your Advisor to apply for graduation!
Quarter Six (Spring)
- Meet with your Advisor to apply for graduation!
Choice Classes: Distribution and Elective Requirements - Explore and align your interests.
The recommended choice classes listed below were thoughtfully chosen to help you gain the necessary skills in this pathway. You are welcome to choose other choice classes outside the recommended list, but consult with an academic advisor to be sure that the classes meet the specific requirements for this pathway.
150 Equity, Diversity, and Power (10 credits)
To meet the Equity, Diversity, and Power completion requirement, you must complete one 150-series EDP course and at least one additional EDP-designated course for a total of ten (10) credits. EDP courses in the 150-series ground students in the needed cognitive tools and background to critically analyze their position in our increasingly interconnected, complex, and diverse world so they can pursue further study and seek out their careers more intentionally. EDP designated courses may also apply toward Humanities, Social Science, Natural Science, or General Elective distribution requirements as indicated. See the Cascadia catalog for the complete list of EDP designated courses.
Choose one:
- CMST 150 Multicultural Communication
- GS 150 Globalization, Culture and Identity
- HIST 150 Cultural Diversity and Challenges in United States History
- HUMAN 150 Introduction to Cultural Studies
- SOC 150 Social Inequality
Choose one additional course designated in EDP in any distribution area by choosing from the choice classes below or checking the current class schedule for additional EDP designated courses.
Transfer Opportunities
For this pathway, Cascadia College recommends the Associate's degree linked at the top of this page. However, the College offers multiple degrees which are designed for transfer to public and private four-year institutions. Please consult with an Academic Advisor about which degree may be best suited for your long-term goals.
Below, you will find a list of local transfer opportunities curated by Cascadia College, which are specific to your desired pathway. However, your pathway has many more opportunities besides the options that you see below! If you would like to see a full list of every public university and program offered in the state of Washington, visit Washington Public Universities for more information.
For a full list of related Bachelor's degrees in Washington state, visit WA Public Universities. Below are some examples:
- University of Washington, Bothell
- University of Washington, Seattle
- Seattle University
View Cascadia’s Transfer Agreements for details of our partnerships with other colleges and universities.
University admissions requirements may vary – consult with the Career and Transfer Center for transfer assistance to plan your career and future educational goals.
After transferring to a four-year university and receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration the careers in business are many and varied.
Generally, business careers include but are not limited to accounting, finance, human resources, data analytics, information systems, marketing, supply chain management, and entrepreneurship.
Some of the specific careers in the broad categories above are:
Financial: corporate, government, and non-profit financial analysis, commercial banking, money management, insurance, real estate, investment banking, and financial planning.
Human resources: job placement and recruitment specialist, positions in organizational human resource departments including recruitment, training, equity and inclusion, wages and benefits management, employee relations, and labor relations.
Data analytics: Market research, business analyst, healthcare analyst, sales analyst, consultant.
Information systems: Network administrator, database manager, consultant.
Marketing: advertising and promotions, market research, public relations, social media marketing, brand management, sales, marketing consultant.
Supply chain management: project manager, supply chain analyst, inventory management, plant manager, supplier relations.
Entrepreneurship: small business owner, entrepreneurial specialist in start-up and existing organizations, private equity financing, social entrepreneur.
You can learn more about career possibilities related to your interests in this pathway through O*Net Online. O*Net Online shares information about related careers, salary, skills related to the industry and more.
Connect with Cascadia’s Career and Transfer Center for assistance as you go through the process of planning career and future educational goals.
Some job opportunities may also exist in business corporations, non-profits, and Tribal Enterprises.