Why Study Business Administration at OCC?
Business Administration is one of the most versatile and broadly applicable degrees, exposing students to every major function of an organization, including accounting, finance, marketing, operations, human resources, and strategy. Unlike more specialized degrees, a business administration background transfers across virtually every sector — healthcare, tech, retail, government, nonprofits, and more. Graduates are not locked into a single career path. The degree builds core leadership competencies, as well as communication, decision-making, team management, and strategic thinking, all skills that employers actively seek at every level of an organization.
What You Will Learn
A student pursuing a Business Administration degree will gain a broad, well-rounded education covering the core functions of business, while developing essential management and leadership skills needed to plan, organize, and direct people and resources effectively. Along the way, you will build financial literacy, strategic thinking abilities, and professional communication skills that will prepare you to analyze problems, make sound decisions, and contribute meaningfully in virtually any industry or organizational setting.
Core skills and competencies include:
- Understand how key departments like accounting, finance, and marketing interact to drive success
- Master management and leadership fundamentals to effectively plan and control organizational resources
- Use strategic thinking frameworks to analyze competition and develop impactful marketing brands
- Gain financial fluency to interpret statements, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions
- Develop professional communication skills for high-level presentations and business negotiations
Where Passion Becomes a Career
Business majors pursue careers across sectors in roles such as management, marketing, finance, operations, and human resources, often beginning in analyst or coordinator positions. Graduates may also advance into supervisory or executive roles or continue to graduate study (e.g., MBA) to expand leadership and strategic career opportunities.
Transfer Opportunities
Credits earned at Ocean County College transfer to four-year colleges and universities, giving students the flexibility to continue their education at accredited institutions.
Connect with our Transfer Services team to ensure a smooth path to your bachelor’s degree.
At A Glance
Length
60 credit hours
~2 Years to Complete
Cost
For Ocean County Residents
Summer – $206 per credit
Effective Fall – $216.00 per credit
Academic Pathways
This program is designed to transfer. Where you go next is up to you! After earning your degree at OCC, seamlessly transfer your credits to a four-year college or university, setting the stage for continued academic and career success.
Associate
Build a versatile foundation in core business functions—including accounting, finance, and marketing—while developing the leadership skills needed to manage resources effectively.
Bachelors
Transfer to a four-year institution to deepen your expertise in strategic thinking and organizational behavior, preparing for high-level management and decision-making roles.
Career
Launch a career in virtually any sector—from tech and healthcare to non-profits—equipped with the professional communication and management skills employers seek at every level.
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