Undergraduate Program

Associate of Business Administration (ABA)

The Associate of Business Administration (ABA) degree program aims to prepare students to begin or advance their careers in the business world. The program provides students with a basic understanding of business through an appropriate blending of business and general education. It also introduces the principles of the Christian worldview. The ABA degree program can also be a major step towards completing a bachelor’s degree. All courses completed from the IAU ABA degree program shall be waived for the IAU BBA degree program.

Admissions Requirements

Major: CIP Code 52.0201

Related Jobs: Business Administration and Management, General

Job Outlook and Salary: Business

Overview
Requirements

Program Learning Objectives (PLO)

Primary objectives of this program include equipping students with the knowledge and ability to:

  1. Develop effective written communication skills. (SLO1)
  2. Deliver effective oral presentations. (SLO2)
  3. Apply effective critical thinking to analyze business problems. (SLO3)
  4. Analyze Christian ethical implications in business contexts. (SLO4)
  5. Locate, evaluate, and apply information effectively for business purposes. (SLO5)

Mode of Instruction

Instruction can be completed through classroom-hybrid and/or online instructional methodologies.

Completion Time

 

ProgramFull Time
Standard (Yrs)
Part Time Standard (Yrs)Full Time 150% (Yrs)Part time 150% (Yrs)
Associate of Business Administration2.553.757.5

Curriculum

ABA Program RequirementsSem. Hrs.
General Education Component
5 Courses
15 Semester Hours
English | 1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours
ENG 100 English Composition3
Math and Science | 2 Required Courses
6 Semester Hours
BUS 150 Business Math3
ENV 100 Introduction to Environmental Science3
Social Science | 1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours (Choose 1)
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology3
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology3
SOC 110 Art and Culture3
Religion | 1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours (Choose 1)
REL 100 Introduction to Religion3
REL 110 Introduction to the Bible3
Professional Component (PC)
10 Courses
30 Semester Hours
ACC 100 Principles of Financial Accounting3
ACC 200 Principles of Managerial Accounting3
BUS 100 Global Dimensions of Business3
BUS 110 Business Communication3
BUS 200 Introduction to Entrepreneurship3
ECN 200 Introduction to Microeconomics3
ECN 210 Introduction to Macroeconomics3
INT 100 Introduction to Information Technology3
INT 150 Computer Applications3
MGT 200 Supervision3
Elective Component
13 Semester Hours
ELC 1 Elective I3
ELC 2 Elective II3
ELC 3 Elective III3
ELC 4 Elective IV3
ELC 5 Elective V1
Internship Component
2 Semester Hours
Internship I1
Internship II1
TOTAL ABA60

For the course descriptions, click here.

Graduation Requirement

  1. Complete 60 semester hours of prescribed curriculum.
  2. Complete a minimum of TWO internships.
  3. Complete all required coursework with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  4. Apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.
  5. F-1 students must maintain lawful status.
Overview
Requirements

Program Learning Objectives (PLO)

Primary objectives of this program include equipping students with the knowledge and ability to:

  1. Develop basic writing skills. (ILO1)
  2. Develop basic oral presentation skills. (ILO2)
  3. Demonstrate basic elements of critical thinking to analyze issues, solve problems, and make business decisions. (ILO3)
  4. Integrate learning in the areas of general education, accounting, economics, management, and technology. (ILO4)
  5. Identify Christian ethical implications of business practices. (ILO5)

Mode of Instruction

Instruction can be completed through classroom-hybrid and/or online instructional methodologies.

Completion Time

 

Associate of Science in Business Administration
Full Time Standard (Yrs)
2.5
Part Time Standard (Yrs)
5
Full Time 150% (Yrs)
3.75
Part time 150% (Yrs)
7.5

Curriculum

ASBA Program RequirementsSem. Hrs.
General Education Component
5 Courses
15 Semester Hours
English | 1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours
ENG 100 English Composition
Math & Science
2 Required Course
6 Semester Hours
BUS 150 Business Math3
ENV 100 Introduction to Environmental Science3
Social Science
1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours
(Choose 1)
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology3
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology3
SOC 110 Art and Culture3
Religion | 1 Required Course
3 Semester Hours
(Choose 1)
REL 100 Introduction to Religion3
REL 110 Introduction to the Bible3
Professional Component
10 Courses
30 Semester Hours
ACC 100 Financial Accounting3
ACC 200 Principles of Managerial Accounting3
BUS 100 Global Dimensions of Business3
BUS 110 Business Communications3
BUS 200 Introduction to Entrepreneurship3
ECN 200 Microeconomics3
ECN 210 Macroeconomics3
INT 100 Introduction to Information Technology3
INT 150 Computer Applications3
MGT 200 Supervision3
Internship Component
2 Semester Hours
The Internship Component requirement can be fulfilled by completing an internship, internship reflection course, or by seeking Prior Experiential Learning credit (PEL).
Elective Component
13 Semester Hours
The Electives Component requirement can be fulfilled by receiving credit for any undergraduate courses (100-499) that are not already a requirement.
TOTAL ASBA60

For the course descriptions, click here.

Graduation Requirement

  1. Complete 60 semester hours of prescribed curriculum.
  2. Complete a minimum of TWO internships.
  3. Complete all required coursework with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  4. Apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.
  5. F-1 students must maintain lawful status.

Quality and Cost Effective

Undergraduate

Level

Hybrid/Online

Instruction Methods

2.5 Years

Program Length

Student Testimonials

  • I would recommend IAU to anyone looking for a great school. There’s wide flexibility of classes at IAU, so you won’t be sitting in a classroom all week long –but when you are in class, the size is appropriate and the professors will always be there to ensure you understand exactly what’s being taught. Their diploma is respected and the price is more than reasonable. Don’t hesitate to apply!

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    Alexis Kutyba
    ABA 2019 Student
  • Getting my education at IAU was a great experience. I was able to do an internship at IAU where I got the opportunity to build stronger relationships with the administrative staff. The staff was really helpful during my internship by teaching me some creative skills, as well as giving me opportunities to strengthen my administrative support skills. I just want to say thank you all!

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    Danielle Cristina Da Silva
    ABA 2019 Student
  • The quality of the ASBA program is at a high level. I learned a lot from the daily discussions, lectures, and assignments. The lessons I learned and the experiences I’ve had will definitely help me in the future. My college experience at IAU gave me an awareness of my strengths and on branding myself.

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    Ferdinand Lazaro
    ABA 2019 Student
  • Studying at IAU provided me with tools to navigate working in America. Through classes and CPT, I have learned more about American businesses and gained working experience. One particular class that was especially beneficial was Business Math. The hybrid method of the classes allowed me to fully understand the topics through classroom discussions with my professors and classmates, and an online platform to further my learning.

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    Jocelyn Hernandez
    ABA 2019 Student

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