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Business

Available Programs

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Division of Business, IT & Hospitality
Department Head: (520) 206-7264
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Step into your future with a business degree built for real-world success. Looking to launch your career, level up professionally, or transfer to a university? Pima’s Business programs meet you where you are — and take you where you want to go. Whether you're exploring business for the first time or returning to sharpen your skills, we offer flexible degrees and stackable certificates in Business, Business Administration, and Entrepreneurship.

Learn from experienced faculty and build skills in accounting, management, marketing, and leadership—online or in-person. Our programs are designed to transfer seamlessly to Arizona universities or prepare you to enter the workforce with confidence. Don't wait to take control of your future — enroll today and start building a business career that works for you.

Completing our Business program prepares you for a career in:

  • Business Leadership/Management
  • Marketing 
  • Finance 
  • Sales
  • Operations
  • & more!
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Award-Winning. Nationally Recognized. Built for You.

Pima’s Business Department is more than a classroom — it’s a launchpad. Named a runner-up for Entrepreneurial College of the Year by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, Pima continues to lead in innovation and student success. Our students consistently outperform top-tier universities in national competitions, including a 1st place regional and 5th overall finish at the 2024 Collegiate Ethics Case Competition. Whether you're preparing to transfer or jump into a career, you're joining one of the most recognized and respected business programs in the country.

Degrees & Certificates

At Pima, our programs are designed to help you build your skills as you go. Start with foundational certificates and advance to higher-level certificates and a two-year degree, all while gaining the hands-on experience needed for in-demand careers.

Associate of Applied Science, Business AAS

With flexible course options and stackable certificates in areas like Entrepreneurship and Basic Business programs, you can tailor your education to match your career goals.

Develop the business skills essential for success in a competitive market. Learn to evaluate organizations, address managerial challenges, assess business environments, and identify marketing opportunities.

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Associate Degree in Business, Business ABUS

Prepare for transfer to a college or university while developing key business skills. Courses cover accounting, business law, economics, and ethical decision-making for a well-rounded education.

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Certificate, Basic Business

This program is ideal for first-time job seekers, career changers, or anyone looking to sharpen their resume with recognized skills employers value. Courses are offered in flexible formats and counts toward Pima’s Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Business, so you can continue your education without starting over.

Kickstart your business education with Pima’s Basic Business Certificate. In just one year, gain a strong foundation in the key components of business structure and operations, and set the stage for future career growth.

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Certificate, Entrepreneurship

Pima’s Entrepreneurship Certificate prepares you for success as a business owner or industry innovator. Gain essential skills in business development, problem-solving, and value creation to turn ideas into opportunities.

Pima’s Entrepreneurship Certificate is designed for students ready to move from concept to launch. In just two semesters, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to build, test, and scale your business idea. The program blends real-world tools with an interdisciplinary curriculum—covering innovation, design thinking, marketing, operations, and startup finance.

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"Don’t be fooled. Pima is not JUST a community college. It is so much more! It offers support, excellent tutoring, networking opportunities and individual attention. It helped me make important connections and prepared me well for my continuing education at the U of A."
Jordan
Business graduate, UA Eller College of Management graduate, and Customer Experience Leader at Intuit
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Turn Your Business Ideas Into Reality

Thinking about starting a business or taking yours to the next level? Pima offers the tools, guidance, and resources to help you launch and grow.

Access no-cost advising and low to no-cost workshops through the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and bring your ideas to life at the Southern Arizona Technology & Entrepreneurship Center (SATEC) with workspace, prototyping tools, and a community of innovators.

Wherever you are in your business journey, Pima is here to help you succeed.

How Can We Help?

Division of Business, IT & Hospitality
Department Head: (520) 206-7264
Apply Now Talk to an Advisor Request Info
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