Pursuing a degree can be very intimidating when trying to decide what you want to do and where you want to go. Often times, going into a four-year degree seems too costly, time consuming, and possibly even unattainable. Many people experience this fear, which stops them from pursuing higher education entirely.
But there are other, more affordable and faster alternatives that can still take you to your next destination in life. An associate degree program is a two-year academic program that can accelerate your career path without the commitment of a four-year degree. These programs can be beneficial for those who are not entirely committed to a lengthy amount of time in school, workers looking to advance in the workplace, or even those who are unsure of what career they want to pursue.
If you are interested in pursuing the field of business, an associate business program could be your perfect next step. An associate-level business program gives you a strong foundation of core classes that can help you pursue entry-level jobs in the workplace.
Some of these jobs include:
- customer service associates,
- sales associates,
- accounting clerks,
- administrative assistants,
- executive assistants, and more.
These classes give you a strong sense of what the world of business looks like and how you will operate in it. They also give you hands-on experience and concentrated majors to decide what comes next for you.
The associate program can be very helpful if you are already in the workplace, giving you confidence for advancement in your job, and it’s a helpful guiding tool if you are unsure of what comes next. You can also build a core understanding of business principles that can help you later if you decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
IWU offers both in-person and online associate degree programs. With a focus in accounting, a general business degree, or an integrative study, IWU offers many opportunities for you to pursue the degree that fits your goals. If you decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree will prepare you to begin upper-level classes and graduate with a bachelor’s degree in approximately two additional years. To learn more information about the A.S. Accounting program, A.S. Business program, or A.S. Integrative Studies program, click the links below or see all programs.