Business and Entrepreneurial Studies

Program Goals Statement

This program provides students an opportunity to explore the Business, Hospitality Management and Office Administration Programs.  These programs provide training in the various organizational functions, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills students need to compete in today's global business environment.  Many of these programs share common courses so students can switch easily between concentrations.

Program Information

  • Students should take any required developmental courses in their first semester.
  • This program is designed for students who plan to enter the workforce immediately after graduation.
  • This program offers students the opportunity to develop strong communications, organizational, and critical thinking skills, as well as practical preparation for entry into a variety of business-related career fields.
  • Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) credit is available to students for some program and general education courses with approval by the appropriate Department Chairperson.
  • Students should consider completing certificates that contain required program courses that will complement their degree. 

After Bristol

  • Students are encouraged to select a specific business studies program, including Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Executive Office Administration or a Certificate(s) in these disciplines.
  • Graduates from these programs can:
  1. Seek employment as accountants, tellers, broker assistants, loan service representatives, customer service and insurance representatives, junior financial analysts, shift supervisors, or start their own businesses.
  2. Work in tourism, casino, hotel, and food service management positions.
  3. Become administrative assistants and office managers in all types of offices and corporations.
  • If you plan to transfer to a four-year institution, visit the Transfer Affairs website at www.BristolCC.edu/transfer.

Degree Requirements

General Courses

Course #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
25-29

Elective Courses

Course #
Title
Credits
Scientific Reasoning and Discovery Elective  +
3 - 4
Sub-Total Credits
3-4

Program Electives

Course #
Title
Credits
Business and Entrepreneurial Studies Program Electives  +
27 - 32
Sub-Total Credits
27-32
Total credits:
60

Course Sequencing

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
13-16
Item #
Title
Credits
Scientific Reasoning and Discovery Elective  +
3 - 4
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15-16
Item #
Title
Credits
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Program Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15

Overview

Academic Area

Business and Experiential Education

Degree Offered

Associate in Science in General Studies (Business and Entrepreneurial Studies)

Program

Program Code

GS_GSB

Program Contact

Vivien Ojadi
Department Chair
Vivien.Ojadi@BristolCC.edu

Vidyanidhi Rege
Dean of Business and Experiential Education
Vidyanidhi.Rege@BristolCC.edu

Campus

CIP Code

24.0102