This program is designed for students who wish to enhance their computer knowledge and skills, communications, and professionalism.  Practical application of skills is emphasized. Students must complete each course with a grade of ‘C’ or better to be awarded the certificate.

Program Learning Outcomes 

- Provide students with valuable software skills and soft skills so that they can stay current with the evolving employment needs of the industry.

- Provide our students with a practical working knowledge of industry-standard software.

This degree program is designed for students who wish to increase their knowledge and skills to meet the technological changes in the business environment.  Students learn to work with the flow of information—entering and processing data and ensuring its accuracy.  Opportunities in this field are vast, as all aspects of business are impacted by the efficient use of technology.  Students must complete each major course and major elective course with a grade of ‘C’ or better to be awarded the degree.

Program Learning Outcomes 

- Provide students with valuable software skills and soft skills so that they can stay current with the evolving employment needs of the industry.

- Provide our students with a practical working knowledge of industry-standard software.

The Entrepreneurship Program will offer students the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to start and operate a business in an urban environment. This program will acquaint students with an array of business models that can be used for new start-ups, as well as acquaint them with how to acquire the resources they will need to succeed in the form of a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporate entity. Certificates will be awarded to those who complete all of the units with a ‘C’ or better.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Define the roles of entrepreneurs and small businesses in today's economy.

- Analyze and address the problems in buying or starting a new business.

- Develop a business plan.

- Demonstrate the ability to start a new business.

- Execute business feasibility study.

- Make critical business decisions in a timely manner.

- Work collaboratively with potential business partners.

- Identify the crucial factors impacting a business environment. 

- Analyze balance statements, income statements, and bank statements.

- Identify the various sources of funding to start a new business.

Students participating in the Business Administration 2.0 Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree program should expect to participate in a challenging but fair learning environment.  This program was designed through an equitable lens and based on the core principles of empathy, engagement, high expectations, innovation, and critical thinking.

Additionally, students will have the freedom to explore and formulate business concepts of their own. They will receive a combination of various teaching approaches including demonstrations, lectures, discussions and collaborative activities to facilitate their learning experience and simulate a representative business environment.

The Business Administration 2.0 Associate in Science for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students to transfer into the California State University system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Business Administration or a similar field of study and provide a strong foundation for careers in a diverse global environment including business, accounting, and marketing fields. 

To be awarded the Associate in Science for Transfer degree, students must:

1. Complete 60-semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system, including both of the following:
2. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.
3.  A minimum of 18-semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
4. Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0
5. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
6. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Please Note: No more than 60-semester units are required for this degree and no additional requirements will be imposed by Evergreen Valley College.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Identify and explain the major functional areas of business organizations including management, marketing, finance, and accounting.

- Employ commonly used computer application programs to create relevant business documents.

- Apply accounting and mathematical concepts and principles in making decisions about business operations.

- Assess the relationships and inter-dependencies of economic, social, legal, and global environments in which businesses operate.

- Define terms and concepts used in macroeconomics and microeconomics.

- Compose effective oral and written communications in various business settings.

- Research, develop, evaluate, and test possible solutions using creativity, critical thinking, and technology skills.

This degree program academically prepares students for careers and positions in manufacturing, banking, finance, human resources, information technology management, small business operations, retail operations, marketing, and product development in both the public and private sectors.  This major qualifies for transfer to California State University. The lower division courses are required for most Business majors including Accounting, Finance, Marketing or Management.  A grade of “C” or better in each major course is required for this degree.  

Program Learning Outcomes

- Solve business problems through statistical analysis.

- Utilize current business theories to manage staff in a successful manner.

- Demonstrate knowledge of organizational structure and behavior, management, marketing, finance and accounting, operations and information systems, and ethical responsibilities of corporations.

- Use various motivational theories to improve productivity.

The BIM Program will offer students the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to be BIM Specialists and consultants in the construction industry in both the public and private sectors. This program will acquaint students with the various BIM software and technologies that are being used throughout the construction industry. Certificates will be awarded to those who complete all of the units with a ‘C’ or better.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Demonstrate their ability to use various types of BIM software (i.e. Revit, Navisworks).

- Execute project delivery and coordination of construction projects.

- Utilize communication and workflow to complete projects efficiently.

- Identify conflict detection in building designs through 3-D visualization techniques.

- Demonstrate the ability to reduce construction costs and eliminate fabrication waste.

- Work collaboratively with construction teams and subcontractors.

- Identify the crucial factors impacting the construction/ building industry in the 21st century.

- Compare and contrast the workflow changes of the 20th and 21st-century construction industry

The Associate in Arts Degree program in General Studies with Emphasis in Natural Science outlines a course of study that emphasizes breadth in the physical and life sciences.  Students will learn to apply scientific methods to investigate both physical and biological aspects of the environment. Students completing this program will satisfy lower-division science and general education requirements for CSU.  Students must complete each required area of emphasis course with a grade of ‘C’ or better to be awarded the degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Employ the scientific method in the design, implementation, data collection, and analysis of experiments or observational studies.

- Practice current or industry-standard laboratory techniques and lab safety procedures.

- Explain scientific concepts and processes from levels ranging from biochemical to ecological.