Program Overview
The Finance Pathway under the Business Administration Transfer degree program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in financial principles and practices. The program is designed to parallel the first two years of coursework at most four-year institutions, facilitating a seamless transfer into baccalaureate programs in finance or related business fields. With a well-rounded curriculum that covers key areas like accounting, finances, and economics, this program will prepare you for the challenges and opportunities in the fast-paced world of finances. Upon graduation, you will earn a Business Administration Transfer Associate of Arts degree.
Program Highlights
- The BAT program is part of the MassTransfer program, ensuring eligibility for transfer to public Massachusetts state universities or UMASS system institutions with junior status in the major of finance.
- Courses are available during the day, evening, and online, accommodating diverse schedules and learning preferences.
- The program offers a balanced mix of finance, accounting, and liberal arts courses, providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for various finance disciplines.
Focus Your Business Administration Transfer Degree
The Business Administration pathways allow you to specialize on specific subjects within the degree program. Upon graduation, you will earn a Business Administration Transfer Associate of Arts degree with a focus on the pathway of your choosing. You can also follow a general Business Administration pathway without declaring a specific concentration.
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Program Details
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Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Courses typically cover principles of financial accounting, financial accounting concepts like asset valuation, income measurement, and financial reporting, and budgeting and performance evaluation.
Courses include:
- Introduction to Corporate Finance
- Managerial Accounting
- Principles of Macroeconomics
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
Graduates of the Finance Pathway are prepared for a wide range of careers in the business world or to continue their education at a four-year institution. Potential career paths include:
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Financial Planner
- Budget Analyst
The Business Administration Transfer Degree program is designed with transfer in mind. After completing your associate degree, you will have a seamless transition to a four-year university to complete your bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Please note the data above reflects a degree in the listed program
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North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.