Your Gateway to Endless Career Possibilities

Our Business program offers versatile education pathways to match your career goals. We will teach you essential business fundamentals including accounting, management and computer applications while developing critical problem-solving and communication skills. With flexible learning options from online or in-person to full-time or part-time, you are able to customize your journey at SCC. Whether you're planning to enter the workforce immediately or transfer to a four-year institution, our Business program prepares you with practical skills and knowledge employers demand across all industries.

PROGRAM GOALS


Applied Business Knowledge

Comprehend essential business concepts and practices.


Digital Literacy

Effectively use digital technology to access, manage, integrate, evaluate and communicate information.


Professional Communication

Demonstrate practical business communication skills.

 

Business

A.A. / A.A.S. / Diploma / Certificate

Locations: Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Business degree provides students with a versatile foundation in business fundamentals including management, investment basics and accounting. Students will be prepared for entry-level business positions or earning a bachelor’s degree.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$9,625 (A.A.) / $9,825 (A.A.S.) / $5,075 (Diploma) / $2,600 (Certificate)

CREDIT HOURS

61 (A.A./A.A.S.) / 31 (Diploma) / 16 (Certificate)

PROGRAM LENGTH

4 Terms (A.A./A.A.S.) / 2-3 Terms (Diploma) / 1-2 Terms (Certificate)

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

A.A.S. Program Costs
Tuition
$9,825
Books
$2,200
Total
$12,025
Avg. Annual Salary
$43,160*

 

Accounting

A.A.

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Accounting degree equips students with essential skills in financial record-keeping, tax preparation and business analysis. This practical program combines theory with hands-on experience, preparing graduates for immediate employment or further education.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$9,625

CREDIT HOURS

62

PROGRAM LENGTH

4 Terms

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

A.A. Program Costs
Tuition
$9,625
Books
$2,000
Total
$11,625

 

Bookkeeping

Diploma / Certificate

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Bookkeeping degree trains students in practical financial record-keeping skills needed by businesses of all sizes. Students learn to record transactions, manage payroll, reconcile accounts and use industry-standard accounting software.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$5,075 (Diploma) / $2,600 (Certificate)

CREDIT HOURS

31 (Diploma) / 16 (Certificate)

PROGRAM LENGTH

2-3 Terms (Diploma) / 2 Terms (Certificate)

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

Certificate Program Costs
Tuition
$5,075
Books/Supplies/Fees
$600
Total
$5,675

 

Client Relations

Certificate

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Client Relations degree prepares students to represent businesses professionally while handling client needs with expertise and care. Students learn effective communication, conflict resolution, customer service strategies and relationship management techniques.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$2,650

CREDIT HOURS

16

PROGRAM LENGTH

1-3 Terms

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

Certificate Program Costs
Tuition
$2,650
Books
$650
Total
$3,300

 

Entrepreneurship

Certificate

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Entrepreneurship degree equips students with the essential skills to launch and grow their own business. Students learn business planning, marketing strategy, and feasibility assessment techniques.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$2,500

CREDIT HOURS

16

PROGRAM LENGTH

3 Terms

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

Certificate Program Costs
Tuition
$2,500
Books
$500
Total
$3,000

 

Event Venue & Operations Management

Certificate

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Business – Event Venue & Operations Management degree prepares students to successfully coordinate and oversee event spaces and experiences. Students learn venue selection, contract negotiation, logistics planning, staff supervision, and client management.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$2,500

CREDIT HOURS

16

PROGRAM LENGTH

2 terms

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

Certificate Program Costs
Tuition
$2,500
Books
$500
Total
$3,000
Avg. Annual Salary
$43,160*

 

Event Venue & Operations Management

Certificate

Locations: Beatrice / Lincoln / Milford / Online

The Event Venue & Operations Management degree prepares students to successfully coordinate and oversee event spaces and experiences. Students learn venue selection, contract negotiation, logistics planning, staff supervision, and client management.

ESTIMATED TUITION

$2,500

CREDIT HOURS

16

PROGRAM LENGTH

2 Terms

SCHEDULE

Full-Time / Part-Time

STARTING TERM

Fall / Spring / Summer

Certificate Program Costs
Tuition
$2,500
Books
$500
Total
$3,000

 

WHY SCC?

What can I do with a business degree from SCC?


You can pursue the career path which fits your goals. These paths include accounting, bookkeeping, marketing, sales, management, entrepreneurship, client relations or event venue and operations. Our program prepares you to enter the workforce immediately or transfer to a four-year college to continue your education.

How flexible is SCC's Business program?


Our Business program offers exceptional flexibility with options like taking classes full-time or part-time, as well as in-person, online or hybrid. You choose the schedule and format that works best for you.

What makes SCC's Business program stand out?


SCC's Business program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, offering small class sizes, hands-on learning with real-world applications, and instruction from faculty with extensive industry experience.

Can I transfer to a four-year college after completing SCC's Business program?


Earning your A.A. in Business gives you an affordable path to completing your bachelor’s degree. Our college and program advisors will help you stay on the right path toward your educational goals.

 

CAREER OUTCOMES

Administrative Services Manager

Oversees office operations, coordinates facilities maintenance and manages administrative support services. Ensures organizational efficiency by developing office policies, supervising staff and managing departmental budgets.

Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur

Establishes and operates independent businesses, develops business plans, secures financing and oversees daily operations. Responsible for strategic decision-making, staff management and ensuring business profitability and growth.

Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk

Maintains financial records, processes transactions, reconciles accounts and produces financial reports. Uses accounting software to track income and expenses, manage payroll and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

 

Next Steps

Program Chair
Jonah Jordening
Instructor Business, Beatrice
jjordening@southeast.edu
Linda Hartman
Instructor Business, Lincoln
lhartman@southeast.edu
Beth Deinert
Instructor Business, Lincoln
bdeinert@southeast.edu
Tammie Lang
Instructor Business, Milford
tlang@southeast.edu

 

Additional Resources

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement Institution

Southeast Community College is a State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement Institution (NC-SARA) institution. As such, SCC is unable to offer online or distance courses to students in the following areas at this time: American Samoa, Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Accreditation

The Associate of Applied Science and certificates (excluding bookkeeping certificate) are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs, 11520 W. 119 St., Overland Park, KS, 66213, 913-339-9356, Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs. The SCC Business program (AAS) was reaffirmed in 2023 for 10 years. Several instructors at SCC have received the ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award for Region 5.

* Avg. Annual Salary is based on reported data from SCC graduates and calculated in accordance with the methods found in the latest SCC Graduate Report