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Computer Applications & Business Studies
Use digital tools and business knowledge to improve everyday organizational performance.
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Make technology work harder for modern business.
Use digital tools and business knowledge to improve everyday organizational performance. You’ll explore productivity systems, business processes and applied computing through practical projects, teamwork and experiences that bring the profession to life. Along the way, you’ll discover where your strengths can take you—toward opportunities such as office systems specialist or business support officer, entrepreneurship or further study.
What you’ll explore
Entry requirements
Your path to ECC may begin in different ways. This programme accommodates multiple admission routes, and our Admissions team can help you understand how your qualifications fit.
Five (5) CSEC subjects, including English A; one of the five passes must be Mathematics.
GCE O-Level equivalents are accepted under the published CCCJ grade scheme.
Equivalent qualifications and mature status may be considered in accordance with CCCJ/ECC policy.
Programme structure
Explore each published study period, from your first foundation courses to the experiences that prepare you for work and further study.
Full-time2 years4 published study periods＋
Year 1 • Semester I＋
COMM1101Communication I3ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting3MGMT1101Introduction to Management3DPUB2301Desktop Publishing3Year 1 • Semester II＋
COMM1202Communication II3ITEC2104Productivity Tools for Businesses2CPRG1201Introduction to Programming3ACCT1202Computerized Accounting1ACCT1201Financial Accounting I3ELECTIVEElective3Year 2 • Semester III＋
ECON1102Principles of Microeconomics3MATH2401Business Statistics3COMM2301Oral Communication3CWEB1205Web Development I (HTML, JavaScript & CSS3)3MGMT2405Small Business Management3Year 2 • Semester IV＋
HOSP1102Customer Service3CMIS1202Business Systems: Analysis, Design and Development3Part-time2 years6 published study periods＋
Year 1 • Semester I＋
COMM1101Communication I3ITECH1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting3DPUB2301Desktop Publishing3Year 1 • Semester II＋
COMM1202Communication II3ACCT1202Computerized Accounting1CPRG1201Introduction to Programming3ITEC2104Productivity Tools for Businesses2Year 1 • Summer I＋
ACCT1201Financial Accounting I3CWEB1205Web Development I (HTML, JavaScript and CSS3)3ELECTIVEElective3Year 2 • Semester III＋
ECON1102Principles of Microeconomics3MGMT2405Small Business Management3Year 2 • Semester IV＋
CMIS1201Business Systems Analysis, Design and Development3MATH2401Business Statistics3MRKT1102Principles of Marketing3Year 2 • Summer II＋
ELECTIVEElective3HOSP1102Customer Service3LANG2301Foreign Language I3WOEP1100Work Experience3The structure shown is a guide. Course or unit sequencing and availability may be adjusted to reflect enrolment levels, faculty availability and programme scheduling requirements. Offerings may therefore move to a different semester or position in the sequence.
Your associate degree journey includes more than the curriculum table.
Depending on your entry qualifications, you may need Foundation Mathematics or English. Applicable associate degree students also complete PACE, U-VAC, Information Literacy, Social Outreach and other published college-wide requirements. These requirements do not continue into the bachelor’s stage.
Understand your requirements →You may be a strong fit if you…
are curious about technology & computing and ready to build practical skills.
want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.
value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.
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