èßäÉçÇøAPP's business and accounting programs are great for students looking to expand their education and employment potential. Whether you're looking to earn an associate degree, transfer to a four-year-institution, or enhance your career, we have programs to meet your goals. From students earning college credit in high school and entrepreneurs looking to start a business, to professionals working to advance their careers, our business programs have helped thousands of Eastern Shore residents launch successful paths in accounting, sales and management. Experience the èßäÉçÇøAPP difference: Your time. Your place. Your path.
èßäÉçÇøAPP’s faculty members make our business programs stand out. With real-world professional experience, a hands-on approach to learning, and excellent departmental collaboration, we’re committed to your education - and your career.
Many general education students follow a business administration course sequence in anticipation of transferring to a four-year college or university. Contact admissions@èßäÉçÇøAPP.edu to plan an appropriate program.
èßäÉçÇøAPP is the high quality, affordable place you can turn and return to for life long learning.
Learn the principles of business, economics, and accounting that are typically required in the first two years of a bachelor's degree in business administration. Prepare to transfer with a curriculum that includes humanities, natural and social science courses to meet general education requirements and develop analytical, evaluative, and writing skills. Degree available online! Learn more.
Prepare to become a leader in the business world. Learn theoretical concepts and practical skills needed for success in business today. Curriculum includes business, marketing and general education courses. The majority of this program can be completed online. Degree available online! Learn more.
Prepare for success in business to start or develop new skills in this 30-credit certificate program. The majority of this program can be completed online. Certificate available online! Learn more.
Designed to provide a credential for those students who are interested in a limited sequence of management-related courses. This program is available fully online. Letter of Recognition available online! Learn more.
Designed for students seeking employment at the entry-level in industry, government, and small public accounting firms. Graduates are prepared to work as junior accountants and assistant auditors. Our program emphasizes accounting knowledge and core skills. Degree available online! Learn more.
*This program is not designed as a transfer program to a four-year institution. Students wishing to transfer and major in accounting should consult with the College’s admissions advisors. Contact admissions@chespeake.edu to plan an appropriate program.
Designed to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of accounting theory and practice, the program is targeted for people working in the industry or seeking accounting certification. Certificate available online! Learn more.
Master the basics through this program. Prepare for a career as an accountant and learn basic accounting skills over two semesters in this 18-credit program. Certificate available online! Learn more.
Earn a tax preparation credential in this program. Gather a basic knowledge of tax preparation and law with a nine-credit Letter of Recognition in Accounting. Letter of Recognition available online! Learn more.
For more information on any of these courses, please visit the and explore the program details. You may also email Continuing Education staff with any questions: ce@chesapeake.edu.
For more information on any of these classes, please visit the . You will find many other beginning and advanced classes there as well! You may also email Continuing Education staff with any questions: ce@chesapeake.edu.
Larry Hearn
Associate Professor of Accounting
(410) 822-5400, x-2349
lhearn@chesapeake.edu
Catherine Rust
Assistant Professor of Business and Economics
(410) 822-5400, x-2225
crust@chesapeake.edu
Gwen Buxbaum
Assistant Professor of Business
(410) 822-5400, x-2351
gbuxbaum@chesapeake.edu
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