Business

Earn a marketable degree that comes with competitive earning potential and built-in flexibility. Our program is designed to provide you with the knowledge and training you need for a variety of career paths in the fields of business, accounting, data analytics, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, retail management, and supply chain management.

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

Administrative Professional
Associate in Business, General Requirements
Associate in Business, Special Requirements
General Business

Business Technology Specialist
Financial Industry
General Business

Affordable Business Programs with Transferable Credits at GateWay

At GateWay Community College, start your business bachelor’s degree with major savings. Through partnerships with Arizona’s state universities, many credits earned in our business programs transfer seamlessly, making it easier to reach your goals.

Choose from three business-focused programs to match your career ambitions:

Associate in Business (ABus): Designed for those planning to transfer into business degree programs at Arizona’s public universities.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in General Business: Gain essential skills to advance in your current role or start your own business, with the option to complete lower-division courses for a four-year degree.
Certificate of Completion in General Business: Build foundational business skills, ideal for entrepreneurship or career growth.

Each program provides a comprehensive overview of business fundamentals, giving you insight into key factors in business decision-making and operations. Review course requirements and connect with an advisor to explore the best pathway for you!

Program Contacts

Title

Annette Torrey-Banks

Business Program Director, Division Chair
torrey@gatewaycc.edu
Phone: (602) 286-8593

Title

Heidi Hutchins, M.B.A., M.H.A.

Faculty, Business
hutchins@gatewaycc.edu
Phone: (602) 286-8931

Additional Information

Accreditation is a process used to measure and certify the credibility and quality of services offered by an organization. GateWay is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Why should you choose an accredited school?

Although many schools offer seemingly similar degree and certification options, not all schools are accredited. In many instances, accreditation of the degree or program you complete may be required in order to become certified to work in the field.