{"id":254,"date":"2014-07-10T15:43:03","date_gmt":"2014-07-10T15:43:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/business\/?page_id=254"},"modified":"2026-02-24T22:56:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T22:56:37","slug":"about-the-business-studies-division","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/business\/about-the-business-studies-division\/","title":{"rendered":"About the Business Division"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/programs.austincc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ACBSP_Accredited.gif\" alt=\"ACBSP Accredited\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Welcome to the Business Studies Division at Austin Community College, a premier hub for workforce education and professional development. Whether you are launching a new career, leveling up in your current field, or preparing to transfer to a four-year university, our division provides the accredited, high-quality instruction you need to succeed in today\u2019s global economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Academic Pathways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of Workforce Education and Business Development, the Business Studies Division offers a wide range of disciplines tailored to your professional goals. Students can select from a variety of programs leading to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or specialized certificates designed for immediate career entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For students planning to pursue a bachelor\u2019s degree, we offer the Associate of Science (AS) in Business Administration. This degree is specifically designed for seamless transfer to a university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accreditation You Can Trust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All programs within the Business Studies Division are proudly accredited by the <a href=\"https:\/\/acbsp.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/acbsp.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)<\/a>. This prestigious designation ensures that your education meets rigorous global standards for excellence in business education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Featured Transfer Program: Bats to Cats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are proud to partner with Texas State University to offer the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/university-transfer\/bats-to-cats\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/academic-and-career-programs\/university-transfer\/bats-to-cats\/\">Bats to Cats transfer program<\/a>. This initiative is designed to provide a clear, affordable, and guaranteed pathway from your Associate degree at ACC to a Bachelor\u2019s degree at Texas State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Guaranteed Admission:<\/strong> Follow the approved AS in Business Administration pathway for assured entry into Texas State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seamless Credit Transfer:<\/strong> Our aligned curriculum ensures that every credit you earn at ACC counts toward your degree at TXST.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Benefits:<\/strong> Save approximately $19,000 in tuition and fees by starting at ACC, and take advantage of a $1,000\u2013$2,000 scholarship for your first year at Texas State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transfer Support:<\/strong> Receive dedicated guidance from Transfer Navigators to ensure a smooth transition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore Our Disciplines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Business Studies Division houses a diverse array of departments, including: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/rele\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/rele\/\">Real Estate<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/accounting\/\">Accounting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/bua\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/bua\/\">Business Administration<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/fashiondesign\/\">Fashion Design<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/mkt\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/mkt\/\">Fashion Marketing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/intlbus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/intlbus\/\">International Business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/intlbus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/intlbus\/\">Logistics and Supply Chain Management<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/management\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/management\/\">Management<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/mkt\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/mkt\/\">Marketing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/officeadmin\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/business.austincc.edu\/officeadmin\/\">Office Administration and Technology<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Welcome to the Business Studies Division at Austin Community College, a premier hub for workforce education and professional development. 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