Business
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.