While the Business Certificates offer a curriculum that integrates business and information technology, the flexible AAS in Business allows students to expand both their knowledge and career opportunities. By the end of the program, students are prepared for line supervisory roles in office settings and can effectively communicate through data entry, PowerPoint presentations, word processing, and desktop publishing. Students will also demonstrate posting/billing skills. While the Desktop Publishing/Business Graphics and Business Certificates offer curricula that integrate business and information technology, the flexible AAS in Business allows students to expand both their knowledge and career opportunities. By the end of the program, students are prepared for line supervisory roles in office settings and can effectively communicate through data entry, PowerPoint presentations, word processing, and desktop publishing. Students will also demonstrate posting/billing skills.
See the full catalog page for Business, A.A.S. An Associate of Arts degree with a Business emphasis is designed for students who plan to transfer to a business program at a Colorado four-year college/university. The curriculum is designed to provide a student with a background in general education and basic principles of business. This degree offers a strong fundamental foundation of business theory, procedures, and practices. Students have the option to pursue a Sport Management emphasis within this degree program.
See the full catalog page for Business, A.A. The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Business Administration at LCC offers a practical and comprehensive education that is tailored for today’s competitive business landscape. This program blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills, preparing students for diverse roles in the business world. Core coursework covers essential areas such as finance, marketing, management, and accounting, providing a solid foundation in business principles. The BAS in Business Administration program at LCC accommodates working professionals and non-traditional students by offering alternative scheduling options, including evening/weekend options, as well as online classes to balance your education with work and personal commitments. Students may enter the program as juniors after completing an associate’s degree, or they may dually enroll in the BAS while completing their associate’s degree. With a focus on applied learning, students engage in real-world projects, case studies, and internships. The curriculum emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, essential for success in any business environment. Graduates of this program are equipped to pursue various career paths, including roles in management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and human resources.
See the full catalog page for Business Administration, B.A.S. By following this certificate plan, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills necessary to gain an entry-level accounting job. This one-year program teaches the student basic accounting and payroll skills and offers more accounting theory than the bookkeeping certificate program. It augments a student’s basic writing skills as well. With electives, the student may pursue additional knowledge in income tax, business law, business report writing, and/or accounting software packages. The certificate prepares the student to be a full-charge bookkeeper in an accounting department and equips the student with the skills needed to advance beyond that level. The program gives the student the necessary academic background to complete an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, if one so desires. As a result of completing the Accounting Certificate Program at Lamar Community College, students will be able to:
- Define important concepts and apply accounting principles by solving problems when given an exam.
- Examine accounting situations and incorporate ethical reasoning into action.
See the full catalog page for Accounting Certificate Today’s business support person performs the functions of a coordinator of various activities in many business organizations. These responsibilities, coupled with sophisticated technologies, offer a greater challenge than ever before, along with many rewards. The one-year Business Certificate provides students with basic knowledge and skills necessary for an entry-level position. As a result of completing the Business Certificate Program at Lamar Community College, students will be able to:
- Engage in activities that enhance professional development.
- Cultivate leadership capabilities and teamwork skills necessary for effective collaboration.
See the full catalog page for Business Certificate This certificate will provide skills to promote marketing within a small business, including an understanding of technology used in marketing with hands-on projects. Students will gain an understanding of broad marketing functions in management settings while gathering information about the business environment. As a result of completing the Marketing Technology Specialist Certificate Program at Lamar Community College, students will be able to:
- Gain proficiency in digital marketing strategies
- Understand ethical and social considerations in marketing activities
- Develop a deep understanding of foundational marketing concepts
See the full catalog page for Marketing Technology Specialist Certificate