Small Business Operations - AAS

Apply foundational business principles to understand how small businesses operate and make strategic decisions.

Use digital tools and software—including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and web/digital literacy skills—to support business operations.

Demonstrate effective financial management skills, including basic accounting, financial recordkeeping, and managerial accounting practices.

Communicate professionally in business settings through written, verbal, and presentation formats.

Understand and apply business law concepts relevant to small business ownership and operations.

Develop and evaluate marketing strategies, including digital marketing concepts and market analysis for small business growth.Demonstrate knowledge of small business management practices, including HR, organizational behavior, and day‑to‑day operational decision‑making.

Apply entrepreneurial thinking to generate ideas, assess opportunities, and develop a small business mindset.

Integrate hands‑on workplace experience through internships or project‑based learning to apply business skills in real‑world settings.