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Business Administration

Build a versatile foundation in management, accounting, marketing and business decision-making.

Programmes at a Glance
QualificationAssociate of Science
Sixth Form PathwayPathway I
Your study journey2 years
Study optionsFull-time & Part-time
LocationsMain Campus • Satellite campus options
Why this programme

Build the confidence to make smart business moves.

Build a versatile foundation in management, accounting, marketing and business decision-making. You’ll explore management, marketing and business finance 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 administrative officer or sales coordinator, entrepreneurship or further study.

What you’ll explore

01Management
02Marketing
03Business finance
Getting started

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.

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Five (5) CSEC subjects, including English A; one of the five passes must be Mathematics.

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GCE O-Level equivalents are accepted under the published CCCJ grade scheme.

03

Equivalent qualifications and mature status may be considered in accordance with CCCJ/ECC policy.

Plan your studies

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
CodeCourseCredits
COMM1101Communication I3
ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3
ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting3
MGMT1101Introduction to Management3
BUSE1101Business Ethics3
PSYC1110Introduction to Psychology3
Year 1 • Semester II
CodeCourseCredits
COMM1202Communication II3
ACCT1202Computerized Accounting1
ACCT1201Financial Accounting I3
MRKT1201Principles of Marketing3
MATH1201Pre-Calculus3
ECON1102Principles of Microeconomics3
Year 2 • Semester III
CodeCourseCredits
CARS2301Caribbean Studies3
BLAW2401Business Law3
MATH2301Business Calculus3
COMM2301Oral Communication3
MGMT2405Small Business Management (theory)2
Year 2 • Semester IV
CodeCourseCredits
ELECTIVEElective3
MATH2401Business Statistics3
LANG2301Foreign Language I3
ACCT2401Cost Accounting3
MGMT2405Small Business Management (practical)1
WOEP1100Work Experience3
Part-time2 years7 published study periods
Year 1 • Semester I
CodeCourseCredits
COMM1101Communication I3
ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3
ACCT1101Fundamentals of Accounting4
MGMT1101Introduction to Management3
Year 1 • Semester II
CodeCourseCredits
COMM1202Communication II3
ACCT1202Computerized Accounting1
ACCT1201Financial Accounting I3
ECON1102Principles of Microeconomics3
Year 1 • Summer I
CodeCourseCredits
COMM2301Oral Communication3
MRKT1201Principles of Marketing3
BUSE1101Business Ethics3
Year 2 • Semester III
CodeCourseCredits
MATH1201Pre-Calculus3
PSYC1110Introduction to Psychology3
HRMT1100Introduction to Human Resource Management3
Year 2 • Semester IV
CodeCourseCredits
BLAW2401Business Law3
CARS2301Caribbean Studies3
MATH2301Business Calculus3
ELECTIVEElective3
Year 2 • Summer II
CodeCourseCredits
MGMT2405Small Business Management (theory)2
LANG2301Foreign Language I3
WOEP1100Work Experience3
Year 2 • Semester V
CodeCourseCredits
ACCT2401Cost Accounting3
MATH2401Business Statistics3
MGMT2405Small Business Management (practical)1
Planning note

The 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.

Beyond your programme courses

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.

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Is it right for you?

You may be a strong fit if you…

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are curious about business & management and ready to build practical skills.

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want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.

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value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.

Where you’ll study

Main Campus & Satellite campus options

137 Mountain View Avenue, Kingston 3Ask Admissions about the current location

This programme is available at more than one ECC teaching location. Confirm the intake and delivery option attached to your preferred campus.

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