Management/Marketing, Associate in Applied Science

Program Code: 0021

Program Requirements

General Education Coursework 1
ENGLISH 101Composition3
SPEECH 101Fundamentals of Speech Communication3
Fine Arts and Humanities course3
Mathematics or Physical Sciences or Life Sciences course3
Social and Behavioral Sciences courses3
Required Program Core
Select one of the following:3
Business Mathematics
General Education Math (or higher Mathematics)
SOC 201Intro To the Study Of Society3
BUSINES 111Introduction To Business3
BUSINES 181Financial Accounting4
BUSINES 231Marketing3
BUSINES 269Principles Of Management3
Select one of the following:3
Business Law I
Business Law II
The Legal & Social Environment of Business
Program Electives
Select eight of the following:24
Business Technologies CWE
Business Technologies CWE
Prin Of Bank Operations
Fundamentals Of Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Payroll Accounting
Intro Cost Accounting
Computer Applications Intermediate Accounting
Auditing
Federal Income Tax
Data Visualization and Presentation for Business
Entrepreneurship
Insurance
Fundamentals of International Business
Selling
Introduction To Finance
Computerized Accounting Systems
Property and Liability Insurance
Personal Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Human Resources Management
Sales Management
Organizational Behavior
Compensation & Benefits Administration
Human Resources Planning & Staffing
Corporate Organizations: Understanding Business Processes
Business Communications
Leadership
Computer Science 101
Computer Operations
Operating System I
Introduction to Computer Applications
Microcomputer Spreadsheets
Database Management
Web Development I
Information Security Essentials
Internetworking Security
Client-Server Database I
Internetworking I
Internetworking II
Total Hours61
1

At least one course must meet the Human Diversity (HD) requirement.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

General and Operations Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$46,881
Median 50th Percentile$107,422
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$253,172

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$23
Median 50th Percentile$52
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$122

Annual Job Openings

7519 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less39.11%
A certificate5.72%
Some college21.59%
An Associate degree5.99%
A Bachelor's degree27.44%
A Master's or Professional degree0.15%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

27.59% continue their education beyond an associate degree

First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers

Job Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of sales workers other than retail sales workers. May perform duties such as budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$40,061
Median 50th Percentile$70,665
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$169,186

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$19
Median 50th Percentile$34
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$81

Annual Job Openings

277 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less16.00%
A certificate0.00%
Some college16.49%
An Associate degree9.58%
A Bachelor's degree44.97%
A Master's or Professional degree12.96%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

57.93% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Advertising and Promotions Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$48,203
Median 50th Percentile$102,018
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$211,320

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$23
Median 50th Percentile$49
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$102

Annual Job Openings

43 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less15.98%
A certificate0.00%
Some college7.67%
An Associate degree8.04%
A Bachelor's degree62.44%
A Master's or Professional degree5.87%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

68.31% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Sales Managers

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$74,916
Median 50th Percentile$138,775
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$269,325

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$36
Median 50th Percentile$67
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$129

Annual Job Openings

968 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.00%
A certificate0.00%
Some college4.35%
An Associate degree13.04%
A Bachelor's degree73.92%
A Master's or Professional degree8.70%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

82.62% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Job Description

Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$42,822
Median 50th Percentile$76,682
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$135,530

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$21
Median 50th Percentile$37
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$65

Annual Job Openings

2083 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.00%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree0.00%
A Bachelor's degree60.87%
A Master's or Professional degree39.13%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

100.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree