Program: Business
Award: Associate of Arts and Sciences (transfer degree)

Program Purpose:

This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in a business related field.

Students in this program will be introduced to business as a profession, and develop foundational knowledge and skills for civic engagement, critical thinking, professional readiness, quantitative literacy, scientific literacy, and written communication. 

How long will I need to be in college?

A college-ready student attending Camp full-time can complete this associate degree in two years. 

Where do Camp students who complete this degree transfer?

Over the last five years, Camp Education graduates have transferred to Ashford University, Christopher Newport University, Hampton University, King University, Liberty University, Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, Regent University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Virginia State University.

What is the job outlook for business related careers that require a four-year degree?

As of the second quarter of 2023, total employment in the Hampton Roads Workforce Region for business related fields was as follows:

  • Accountants and Auditors was 7,482. There is projected annual demand/need for 612 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Accountants and Auditors, January 2024).
  • Financial and Investment Analysts was 1,222. There is projected annual demand/need for 89 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Financial Analysts, January 2024).
  • Management Analysts was 8,455. There is projected annual demand/need for 799 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Management Analysts, January 2024).
  • Sales Manager was 1,180. There is projected annual demand/need for 91 new entrants into this occupation (Source: Jobs EQ Occupation Report Sales Manager, January 2024).

How much can I earn with a four-year degree in business?

Below are the 2023 wages for careers, within the Hampton Roads Workforce Region, that are related to this field.

  Entry Level Mean Experienced
Accountant and Auditors $51,200 $72,600 $92,500
Financial Analyst $59,100 $94,800 $112,700
Management Analysts $61,600 $102,200 $122,500
Sales Manager $67,800 $155,200 $198,900

 (Source:  Jobs EQ Occupation Report Wages, January 2024)

Want to know more?  Check out the program map and program requirements in the College Catalog.