Hawaii Community Colleges
Business Administration Programs
Business administration courses across community colleges in this state, covering management, accounting, marketing, and economics.
6 colleges · 1431 sections · 250 unique courses · Fall 2026
Business administration is the most-completed associate degree at Hawaii community colleges, and the most flexible — graduates step into operations and management roles at small businesses, transfer to four-year business schools, or use the degree as a foundation for an MBA. Across 6 UHCC institutions, this term's 1431 sections cover management, marketing, finance, accounting, and economics — the same core curriculum a four-year business school would expect in years 1 and 2.
The associate degree typically takes two years full-time and articulates cleanly to most Hawaii four-year business programs, so students can complete the first half of a BBA at community college tuition rates before transferring. Compare colleges below by award counts, online section availability, and graduate earnings to find the best fit.
Colleges offering Business Administration
| College | Sections | Courses | Online | Awards/yr | 5-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Community College | 470 | 250 | 240 | — | — |
| Kauai Community College | 470 | 250 | 240 | — | — |
| Leeward Community College | 470 | 250 | 240 | — | — |
| Kapiolani Community College | 15 | 12 | 12 | — | — |
| Hawaii Community College | 4 | 3 | 4 | — | — |
| Windward Community College | 2 | 2 | — | — | — |
Business Administration Availability Snapshot
How business administration sections are being offered across 6 colleges in Hawaii this term (1431 sections total).
Delivery format
- online736 (51%)
- in person695 (49%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)424
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)426
- Evening (5 PM and after)131
- Asynchronous / TBA450
Start dates
Sections begin on 3 distinct dates. 18 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 184 distinct instructors across 6 colleges.
Common Business Administration courses
- BUS 3100Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions(30 sections)
- BUS 3110Information Systems for Global Business Environment(27 sections)
- BUS 3120Principles of Marketing(27 sections)
- ACC 2000Introduction to Accounting I(27 sections)
- ACC 2015Introduction to Financial Accounting(27 sections)
- BUS 2090Written Communication in Business(24 sections)
- BUS 2500Applied Math in Business(21 sections)
- BUS 3130Economic and Financial Environment of Global Business(21 sections)
- BUS 3140Business Finance(21 sections)
- BUS 3150Global Management and Organizational Behavior(21 sections)
- BUS 3450Strategic Management(21 sections)
- BUS 1017Business Information Systems(15 sections)
Career outlook for Business Administration graduates
Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for the primary career outcome of this program (2024 OEWS release). Compare Hawaii’s typical pay to the national picture before choosing where to study.
Wage data reflects all workers in the occupation, not just recent CC graduates — entry-level pay is typically lower. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I get an associate in business or transfer to a four-year school first?
- For most students, completing the associate first is cheaper — Hawaii community college tuition is a fraction of four-year tuition, and the first two years of a BBA are largely general-education and intro business courses that transfer 1:1. The exception is students aiming for elite business schools that prefer freshmen admits.
- What jobs can I get with an associate in business?
- Office manager, assistant manager, sales representative, account coordinator, bookkeeper, and administrative supervisor are common entry points. Many graduates use the degree to formalize an existing role they were promoted into — companies often cover or reimburse the associate's tuition for employees moving from hourly to salaried positions.
- Does business credit transfer to a Hawaii four-year university?
- Yes. Most UHCC business associate programs are articulated to the major state university business school under a guaranteed-transfer agreement. Compare colleges below — some have stronger transfer partnerships than others, and the right college can save you a full semester at four-year tuition rates.
- How long does an associate in business take?
- Two years full-time (4 semesters of 15 credits each), or three to four years part-time. Many Hawaii programs offer evening and online sections specifically for working students completing the degree alongside a full-time job.
Compare Business Administration programs in other states
Same comparison view, different state systems. Useful if you’re considering an out-of-state community college or just want to see how Hawaii’s business administration programs stack up.
Other programs in Hawaii
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.