A.S. in Business
College of Arts & Sciences
Top 5% Most Affordable Private Christian Universities
90% of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field
Graduates in 65% of the top Fortune 100 companies
Earn the Degree You've Always Wanted
You've got goals. And you want a degree to help you achieve them. Through Regent's Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business, you'll gain a unique understanding of the leadership styles, management approaches and business systems that drive organizational success. You'll also explore innovation and its critical role in business—all from coursework grounded in a Christian worldview.
GROW YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Take courses in accounting, marketing, business communications, business law, technology and financial management.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field.
Online | On Campus
8-Week Course Sessions
64+ Credit Hours
Online | On Campus
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TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 64+
Take Your Career to the Next Level
On completing the A.S. in Business you will be able to:
- Apply critical thinking and leadership skills.
- Pursue a bachelor's degree for career advancement.
- Seek employment in business operations, communication, customer service and more.
Career Opportunities
- Business Operations
- Business Communication
- Nonprofit Organization
- Human Services
- Marketing
Click any section below for additional information or access your course schedule.
Investigation of the role of business in society, the human side of business, the functions of business, and the accounting/reporting processes of business.
Examines the role of financial data in the commercial enterprise; as well as measuring and reporting income, assets, liabilities, and equities.
Exploration of principles and activities in the commercial enterprise including topics such as product, price, promotion, place/channel, competition, company, and communication.
Explores the financial function of the commercial enterprise including topics on working capital management, procurement of resources from financial markets, and financial decision making in the firm. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260.
Study of strategy development and deployment in the business enterprise and examines the overarching application of the role of a biblical worldview in the business enterprise. Prerequisites: BUSN 220, BUSN 240, and BUSN 320.
Admission requirements for the business associate degree vary based on the stage you're at in life. Select a link below to learn how to apply.
- On-Campus Experience (18-23)
- Online Students/Adult Learner (24+)
- Transfer Students
- Early College (Non-Degree Program)
- Professional Development (Non-Degree Program)
Invest in your calling with this on-campus or online business associate degree.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
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RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
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Fee |
Amount |
Description |
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Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
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$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
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Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150
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Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
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Graduation Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
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University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) |
$700/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
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Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
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Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
| Program Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
|
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|
RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
|
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
|
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
|
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150
|
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
|
Graduation Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
|
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) |
$750/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
|
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
|
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
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Debbie Holloway, B.A. in English, 2012
College of Arts & Sciences"At Regent, we were encouraged in whatever we were studying and writing to tie into who we are as Christians and incorporate that extra layer. We were taught to do all things with excellence — and that should never be compromised."
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Katherine Person, B.A., 2017
College of Arts & Sciences“Regent offered me ... a stepping stone towards academics, towards my future as a Christian leader to change the world, but perhaps more importantly, it gave me a community.”
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Hanna Bishop, B.A., 2015
College of Arts & Sciences“Making the switch from community college to Regent was a flawless process and the best decision ever. I’m so proud I have ‘Regent graduate’ connected to my story.”
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Breanna Molloy, B.A., 2012
College of Arts & SciencesAt Regent, I was surrounded by people who exemplified servant leadership. These examples often come back to me, and I believe it’s what my industry needs now more than ever.