The Business Associate degree in the WKU School of Professional Studies may be earned in as little as two years. The program provides graduates with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to pursue a rewarding career. Over the years, graduates of the Business Studies Program have gone on to start their own successful companies, work as supervisors and managers throughout the state, and/or gone on to complete their four-year bachelor's degree in one of a number of complimentary areas. The two-year nature of the Business Studies Program is particularly appealing to people who want to advance in their current position, enter the workforce quickly, or want to start their own business. The following Concentrations are offered for the Business Studies Associate Degree: Business Management Concentration, Leadership Concentration, Management Information Systems Concentrations, Office Management & Supervision Concentration and Real Estate Studies Concentration. We also offer a Two Plus Two Program: Business Management Preparation (Two Plus Two). In addition, we offer the following certificate: Human Resources Certificate. <br><br>A Concentration Degree in Office Management & Supervision provides students with a diverse, broad-based knowledge of vital business policies and procedures they will need for success in the global marketplace. The core curriculum enables students to enter the job market in a number of entry-level positions. In addition to the basic office skills and computer application courses, the curriculum includes courses in accounting, computer systems, personal finance, management, marketing, communication skills and more. Today's businesses need highly skilled employees who can organize, manage and distribute information in the fast-paced business world. This program helps students gain the special skills needed for the challenges they will face.