Business Administration SAU Tech

Flexible, Transferable, and Career Ready Business Education

The Business Administration program at Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech) provides students with a solid foundation in core business principles, operations, and real-world skills. Whether your goal is to transfer to a four-year university, start your own business, or build a career in marketing, finance, or management, SAU Tech’s business program offers the tools you need to succeed.

With flexible degree options and a curriculum designed to meet both academic and workforce needs, this program prepares students for immediate employment or seamless transfer to a bachelor's degree program.

Career Pathways for Business Administration

Graduates of SAU Tech’s Business Administration program are well-positioned to enter the workforce or pursue further education. Common career paths include:

  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Account Manager or Sales Representative
  • Office Manager or Administrative Assistant
  • Financial Services Representative
  • Real Estate Agent (with licensure)
  • Business Analyst or Entrepreneur
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Customer Service Supervisor

As business professionals are needed in nearly every industry, graduates can pursue opportunities in healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, banking, real estate, and government.

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Business Administration Program Overview

Degrees & Certificates Offered:

  • [Associate of Science (AS) in Business Administration] – Designed for university transfer
  • [Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Business Administration] – Career-focused track
  • [Technical Certificate in Office Software Specialist] – Short-term credential for workplace readiness

Program Format: In-person with select courses offered online

Transfer Opportunities: Articulation agreements with Arkansas four-year institutions

Career Outlook: Strong job market across industries, with growth in business, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship

What You’ll Learn In Business Administration

SAU Tech’s Business Administration program provides foundational knowledge across key business functions. Students will explore the principles of management, marketing, economics, accounting, and communication, gaining the critical thinking and technical skills necessary for success in today's business environment.

Core areas of study include:

  • Business operations and systems
  • Financial and managerial accounting
  • Business communication and professional writing
  • Principles of marketing and management
  • Economics and business ethics
  • Office software tools (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access)

The Office Software Specialist certificate also provides career-ready training in digital productivity tools, preparing students for administrative and support roles in a variety of industries.

  • Program Goal

    Provide an educational gateway to careers in business through foundational coursework


    Prepare students for transfer to four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees in business


    Equip students with the skills and knowledge for entry-level employment in business-related fields



  • Program Learning Outcome

    Graduates of the Business Administration program will:


    Understand business operations, systems, and terminology


    Recognize how various business disciplines work together in successful organizations


    Demonstrate communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills required for academic and professional success



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