University of Phoenix

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The Associate of Arts in Accounting degree program helps students develop a foundation of knowledge related to accounting in terms of business strategy, financial statements, cost information, economics, management, and ethical issues. Students encounter real-world scenarios in which they use accounting information resources and systems to present conclusions based on accounting and business data.

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The Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in Foundations of Business focuses on the topics of business, accounting, economics, finance and marketing in a global society. In this area of study, students explore fundamental business principles and learn to apply problem-solving strategies to real-life scenarios. Some program activities include SWOT analysis, examination of the supply-and-demand curve, a review of the relationship between marketing and sales and the implementation of basic financial planning techniques.

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This concentration helps students build a foundation of knowledge in an array of food service, lodging management and tourism settings. Courses emphasize the development of leadership competencies and management practices that are valued in today's hospitality industry. Successful completion of this associate degree will help prepare students for further study in related programs at the bachelor's degree level at University of Phoenix.

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The 120-credit Bachelor of Science in Accounting promotes identification with, and orientation to, the accounting profession. In addition to the key accounting course work at the introductory and intermediate levels, critical areas of study including auditing and taxation are required in the program. The importance of ethics and international issues are emphasized throughout the curriculum, along with core competencies in technology and communication. Technology, in particular, is embedded in all accounting courses. Students are also exposed to varied business disciplines including economics, statistics, business law, corporate finance, and marketing to provide the general business overview and context necessary for accounting studies.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business degree program with a concentration in Accounting promotes identification with and orientation to the accounting profession. Core competencies in technology, critical thinking and communication are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Students also have broad exposure to varied business disciplines, including management, organizational behavior, economics and finance.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Administration is designed to enable graduates to deal effectively with an increasingly complex business environment. The concentration courses examine the areas of operations management, project management, economics, accounting, finance and strategic management.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance emphasizes financial concepts, theories, and practices to promote well-informed financial decision making. Course work within this concentration examines the areas of risk management, business law, global finance, and investment analysis and portfolio management. Students integrate advanced topics in financial management through real-world business application.

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This concentration covers the basic concepts of human resource management and study of employment law and risk management. Students will also learn about recruitment and selection of employees, international HR, change management, compensation and benefits, employee development and performance management.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Management focuses on managing human and fiscal resources within the structure, culture and mission of any organization. The curriculum stresses skill development in the areas of critical thinking and decision making, organizational behavior, global business strategies, quality management and productivity, human resource management and employment law.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing is designed to develop students' creative, analytical and leadership skills. Coursework within this concentration examines sales management, buyer behavior, advertising, market research, and marketing to the international arena. Students learn to identify customers and customer needs, communicate product and service information, and develop and use marketing strategies.

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The Project Management course sequence emphasizes real world application, with assignments designed to apply the newfound skills and knowledge to the workplace. Practical study materials, team activities and presentations to the class foster teamwork, critical thinking, self-confidence and application of project technical and leadership skills on a real-time basis. This program is consistent with generally accepted project management principles, including the project management processes and knowledge areas.

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The Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship concentration provides students with a course framework built around small business planning, financial management and integrated business topics on entrepreneurship and small business management. Within the concentration, students can elect to study advanced concepts in small business marketing, leadership, family business management, operations management and business law for entrepreneurs. They may also elect to explore in more depth either small business management or entrepreneurship studies as a function of their concentration electives. Students graduating with the Small Business / Entrepreneurship concentration will be prepared to address the challenges and opportunities specific to small business management and entrepreneurship.

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This concentration focuses on the science of humanistic interaction in marketing and sales. Emphasis is placed on understanding the psychology of behavior, and the impact that it has on marketing communication tools and strategies. The ethical responsibility associated with customer message management is also emphasized throughout the program.

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The Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Management program is designed to provide the knowledge and basic skills needed by managers in today's human services industry. The program combines academic instruction in the foundations of human services, such as counseling, social work and psychology, with the management skills of planning, organizing leading, assessing and evaluating.

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The Bachelor of Science in Management degree program is designed to develop students' professional knowledge and skills for improving organizational effectiveness. The concentration courses in this program emphasize an understanding of the skills necessary for improved organizational effectiveness in a dynamic and evolving workplace.

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The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security Management degree program is designed to meet the national and international need for greater professionalism and managerial skill in the security industry. The curriculum addresses the entire spectrum of the security profession, from criminology and threat management to physical and personal security, while emphasizing the managerial skills critical to professional and organizational success. The program also includes in-depth examination of the issues of homeland security, terrorism, and global security.