Pending Governing Board Approval, 8/27/19. For the most current information regarding common policies degree requirements, log on to https://
curriculum.maricopa.edu/curriculum/degrees-certificates/associate-degrees/academic-policies
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Select courses 100-level or higher if needed to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a
total of 64 semester credits, which is the maximum number of credits accepted toward most degree programs at
Arizona's public universities. Ideally, students should select courses that meet requirements for their major/area of
interest and transfer institution. See General Associate Degree Academic Policies for further details, limitations, and
guidelines.
Maricopa courses and external courses evaluated as Maricopa equivalents, departmental electives (e.g., HISELC
for a history elective), or general electives (GENELC) that are numbered 100 level or higher, and completed with a
grade of "C" or higher, may be applied in the elective area, regardless of potential transferability to other institutions.
It is recommended, however, that students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate-granting institution meet
these general elective requirements with courses that are transferable and applicable to their intended university
degree. Transfer and major guides are accessible on the following websites: aztransfer.com, maricopa.edu/transfer/
partners, as well as those of individual universities. For appropriate course selection, students should consult with an
academic advisor.
Total: 60-64*
* 64 semester credits is the maximum accepted toward most degree programs at Arizona's public universities. Some exceptions apply; consult
with an academic advisor for additional transfer pathways.
Maricopa Communit y Colleges (MCCCD) 2019-2020
A ssociate in Business, General Requirements
(ABUS- GR) Degree
Description
The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Business General Requirements (ABUS-GR) degree
requires a minimum of 62 semester credits for the program of study. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 and grades
of "C" or higher are required to earn the degree. The Associate in Business-General Requirements degree is governed by
the MCCCD General Academic Policies for Transfer Degrees. This degree provides the first two years of a four-year
curriculum for students who wish to specialize in business. For a comprehensive list of bachelor's degrees at Arizona's
public universities, refer to the AZTransfer Business Matrix. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a number of
careers, including but not limited to accountancy, business administration, business data analytics, economics,
entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, management, retail management, and supply chain management.
The Associate in Business-General Requirements degree includes the following components:
I. Required Courses
II. Restricted Electives
III. Arizona General Education Curriculum for Business (AGEC-B)
IV. General Electives (if needed to reach minimum credits for degree)
Purpose of the Degree
The Associate in Business General Requirements (ABUS-GR) degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to
four-year colleges and universities. In general, the components of this degree meet requirements for the various
business majors (except Computer Information Systems) at Arizona's public universities. Computer Information Systems
majors should follow the Associate in Business Special Requirements (ABUS-SR) pathway instead. Generally, the degree
transfers as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's public universities and other institutions with district-wide
articulation agreements.
