About Business Management
Prepare for your future with a business degree in Applied Management or Marketing & Entrepreneurship. Our programs are hands-on, flexible, and affordable—perfect for working adults, business owners, or recent grads.
Learn real-world skills like leadership, project management, and business planning. Start with an associate degree and smoothly transfer into a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program. Classes are mostly online with just one in-person day each week, and you can finish your BAS in as little as 18 months. Already have an associate degree? You may be able to use your credits toward a BAS at GRC!
Ready to start?
- Complete the online application to become a GRC student
- Take the math placement test to see which math class is right for you
- Take the English and reading assessment to confirm your class placement
- Meet with an academic advisor
Have Questions About Registration?
- Welcome Desk: 253-333-6000, welcomedesk@greenriver.edu
- Office of the Registrar: 253-288-3383, otr@greenriver.edu
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Contact Us
Got a Question? Let's talk.
Daniel deWolff
Program Director, Marketing & Entrepreneurship
daniel.dewolff@greenriver.edu
Sean McKeaque
Program Director, Applied Management
sean.mckeague@greenriver.edu
Jean-Paul Yafali
Faculty
jean-paul.yafali@greenriver.edu
Associate Degree Options
Business Management, AAA
Length of Program: 90-95 credits
Average Salary: $76,268
Location: Main Campus, Kent Campus, In-person, Hybrid, Online
Certificate Options
Business Management - Entrepreneurship Certificate
This certificate is designed to be accessible and manageable, with a credit load that fits within a shorter timeframe, making it ideal for working professionals, current students, and anyone looking to gain entrepreneurial skills without committing to a full degree program.
Length of Program: 35 creditsLocation: Main Campus, Kent Campus, In-person, Hybrid, Online
Business Management - Business Foundations Certificate
The BAS degree in Applied Management program is designed to prepare students for employment
in a variety of business positions, including management analyst, general and operations
manager, marketing manager, market research analyst, sales manager, and human resource
specialist.
Length of Program: 45 credits
Average Salary: $76,268
Location: Main Campus, Kent Campus, In-person, Hybrid, Online
Business Management - Retail Management Certificate
This certificate program prepares individuals to manage a variety of retail sales
operations or lines of merchandise. The program serves both entry-level job candidates
and current employees. After successful completion of the required coursework, students
receive a certificate, which may also show the WAFC (Washington Association of Food
Chains) endorsement.
Length of Program: 50 credits
Average Salary: $55,508
Location: Main Campus, Kent Campus, In-person, Hybrid, Online
Career Outlook
A Business Management degree opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities with strong job prospects and competitive salaries. Graduates can pursue roles such as general or operations managers, financial managers, sales managers, and management analysts.
With the right experience and skills, business management graduates can also advance to executive positions, such as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), where the median annual salary is $203,170. Overall, a Business Management degree provides a solid foundation for a successful and rewarding career in the dynamic world of business.
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