Minnesota Community Colleges
Business Administration Programs
Business administration courses across community colleges in this state, covering management, accounting, marketing, and economics.
26 colleges · 660 sections · 312 unique courses · Fall 2026 · Updated today
Business administration is the most-completed associate degree at Minnesota 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 26 Minnesota State institutions, this term's 660 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 Minnesota 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
Pick a college to see its full plan — every required course, which ones transfer to the school you want, and what’s open now.
Business Administration is a transfer program — community colleges offer the coursework; you earn the degree, and its earnings, at a four-year university. See where it transfers →
Business Administration Availability Snapshot
How business administration sections are being offered across 26 colleges in Minnesota this term (660 sections total).
Delivery format
- online468 (71%)
- in person107 (16%)
- hybrid85 (13%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)106
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)58
- Evening (5 PM and after)23
- Asynchronous / TBA473
Start dates
Sections begin on 1 distinct date.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 213 distinct instructors across 26 colleges.
Degree requirements by college
Expand a college to see the courses required for graduation. Data sourced from each college's official catalog.
Anoka Technical College6 programs
Anoka-Ramsey Community College11 programs
Century College8 programs
Dakota County Technical College15 programs
Inver Hills Community College7 programs
Saint Paul College10 programs
Common Business Administration courses
- ECON 2201Principles of Macroeconomics(20 sections)
- BUS 1100FYC/FYE - Intro to Business Apps and Computing (Paired with INTS1000-09)(18 sections)
- ECON 1100Introduction to the American Economy(14 sections)
- ECON 2202Principles of Macroeconomics - LATE START(14 sections)
- ECON 1021Macroeconomics(12 sections)
- BUS 1101Introduction to Business(10 sections)
- ACCT 2251Financial Accounting(9 sections)
- ECON 1060Principles of Macroeconomics(9 sections)
- BUS 1141Introduction to Business(8 sections)
- ECON 1023Microeconomics(8 sections)
- ECON 1070Principles of Microeconomics(7 sections)
- BUS 2200Business Law(6 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 Minnesota’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 — Minnesota 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 Minnesota four-year university?
- Yes. Most Minnesota State 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota’s business administration programs stack up.
Other programs in Minnesota
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.