Associate of Arts in General Studies

The Associate in Arts General Studies provides students with strong foundational skills for the workplace. The degree draws upon insights from workforce and industry leaders about the skills and knowledge that are essential for professional success.

With specializations in:

  • Learn about the fundamentals of macroeconomics, marketing, communications, branding and business operations to prepare for jobs in a wide variety of companies and industries.

  • Learn about selling techniques, the fundamentals of customer behavior, and effective messaging and communications models to prepare for high-demand jobs in the customer service industry.

 

Specialization: Business

Skills gained:

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Problem solving and critical thinking

  • Communication and active listening

  • Understanding popular psychology

  • Using math to develop a budget and make decisions.

Potential career paths: 

  • Customer service representative

  • Office assistant

  • Sales associate

  • Administrator

  • Maintenance staff

  • Tradesperson

Read more about this degree on SNHU’s website

Specialization: Transforming the Customer Experience

Skills gained: 

  • Customer communications

  • Legal, ethical, and regulatory issues in customer service

  • Selling techniques, and building customer relationships. 

Potential career paths: 

  • Customer service representative

  • Sales and marketing associate

  • Customer relations specialist

Read more about this degree on SNHU’s website