The AAS-Transfer in Business Management combines technical courses required for job preparation and college-level general education courses. These degrees are designed for the dual purpose of immediate employment and preparation for the junior year in a Washington state bachelor of applied science (BAS) degree program. This degree provides a strong background to enhance existing business skills and obtain broad based knowledge of business management in the manufacturing, retail, and service industries. This program also promotes success in both profit and non-profit organizations for a competitive edge in today’s business climate.
Learning Outcomes
Degree recipients should possess the skills & abilities described below:
Identify contemporary business concepts, principles and practices
Demonstrate the interrelationship of the functional areas of business including management, marketing, law, organizational behavior, computer and software systems, human resources, insurance, accounting, and finance
Analyze the interrelationship of a business organization within the larger business environment, including international business
Apply basic legal business concepts within the legal environment in which business is conducted
Perform basic business calculations to demonstrate basic financial literacy
Apply problem solving and analysis skills to business research questions and demonstrate appropriate solutions
Communicate business concepts effectively both in writing and orally in clear concise language appropriate to the audience
Work as an effective team member and leader to develop a business plan and reach specific business goals
Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary human relations/ organizational behavior in terms of concepts, processes, and models and the issues, advantages, and challenges related to diversity in business organizations
Identify the issues and challenges related to ethics in current business organizations
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
Expected February, August, November 2025
Start date
April 2025
School of Business and Technology
3000 Landerholm Circle SE,
BELLEVUE,
Washington,
98007, United States
Any applicant who has graduated from high school, or
Is 16 or 17 years old with proof of GED completion, or
Is 18 years of age or older
Acceptable English proficiency test results:
An Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) score of 61 or a Paper-based TOEFL 500
An academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 with all sub-scores 5.5 or higher
DUOLINGO English Test: 95
A grade of “C” in English as a First Language on the IGCSE or O-level exams
An AP English Language or Literature/Comp score of 3 (Score of 3 places into English 101)
An IB English A exam with a minimum score of 4 (Score of 4 places into English 101)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Bellevue College offers a superb range of higher education opportunities, with a comprehensive range of transfer pathways available.