Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Academic Catalog Archived Catalog

Business: Small Business Management, AAS


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: All Programs of Study Alphabetical

This program offers development of the knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate proficiency as a small business manager or entrepreneur. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to

  • Use basic accounting and financial principles to make management and marketing decisions;
  • Apply technology and specific software as related to business applications;
  • Apply basic business law applications to daily business operations, organizational issues, and personnel;
  • Explain the advantages and disadvantages of various organizational formats available to the small business owner;
  • Develop a basic business plan, marketing plan, and financial projections as commonly used in business;
  • Apply the basic principles of human resource management and employment law to the overall management of an organization;
  • Understand the benefits of various agencies available to assist the small business owner; and
  • Explain the pros and cons of various funding options available for starting or expanding a business.
     

Required Courses


Total Credits: 63


*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed.  Check course description.

Program Information


  • An internship is an option for this program. Students must apply for placements the prior semester. For more information and application deadlines, contact Cathy Allard at (406) 756-3808 or callard@fvcc.edu.
  • All required courses within the degree program must be taken for a letter grade.  No courses may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.
  • If you are considering transfer to a four-year college, some of the courses will transfer as electives only.  See your advisor for more information.

Opportunities After Graduation


  • Graduates may start their own business, manage a small business for someone else, or work in a small business in a professional role.
  • Small businesses account for 97% of Montana businesses and employ 67% of Montana employees.

Advising Information:


For more information about the program, contact the FVCC Student Support Center or the Faculty Advisor.

Faculty Advisor  Student Support Center Advisor                                 
Connie Hitchcock, M.B.A.                       Jori Bullemer
BSS 107 LRC 129
(406) 756-4329 (406) 756-3905
chitchcock@fvcc.edu jbullemer@fvcc.edu

 

Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: All Programs of Study Alphabetical