Business

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El Camino’s degree and certificate programs in business offer training in a variety of disciplines. Programs are designed to prepare you to transfer to a four-year degree program after graduation or for entry-level positions in a variety of businesses.

Our Associate of Science (AS) degrees in business, business administration, management, marketing, and office administration typically take up to two years. Complete a certificate program in about six months and be ready to start your career.

Choose classes that prepare you for management, marketing, accounting, office administration, and more. As a leading educator in business and technical training in the South Bay, we can help you customize your education to meet your career goals.

Approximate cost for an El Camino College business degree

Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $37,000 to over $208,000 with an average salary of $100,000.

Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow 8.4% nationwide from 2016 to 2026.

Choose a Degree Designed for Business Careers or Transfer

Many El Camino business students want to start their careers as soon as possible. Others will continue their education at a four-year college or university. We’ll help you choose the best path for you.

Degrees

Business Associate of Science (AS) Degree

The El Camino business degree program will prepare you for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program. Or use your education to begin entry-level work in both private industry and public agencies.

Business Administration Associate of Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree

The AS-T degree in business administration offers a direct path to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. You will also get priority consideration for admission to the CSU system.

Business Management Associate of Science (AS) Degree

The El Camino business management degree program will prepare you for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program. Or use your education to begin entry-level work in both private industry and public agencies.

Business Office Administration Associate of Science (AS) Degree

The El Camino office administration degree program will prepare you for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program. Or use your education to begin entry-level work in both private industry and public agencies.

Certificates

Business Fundamentals Certificate of Accomplishment

A certificate in business fundamentals prepares you for entry-level positions in today’s dynamic business environment.

Business Management Certificate of Achievement

A certificate in business management prepares you for entry-level jobs right after graduation.

Business Office Applications Certificate of Achievement

The El Camino office applications certificate program prepares you for success working in a business setting.

Pursue an Entry-Level Business Job or Further Education

As an El Camino business graduate, you’ll be ready to start work in a variety of entry-level positions, or you can pursue a bachelor’s degree at a university. We’ll help you gain the skills and knowledge needed for any career path you choose.

Build Your Business Network Beyond the Classroom

As an El Camino business student, you are part of an academic and professional community of colleagues and mentors. The perspectives and connections you develop here will prove valuable throughout your career.

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