This two-year, 60-credit-hour program provides students with essential courses in general education as well as the specific understanding of business functions required to manage a commercial organization. The A.S. program provides a comprehensive overview in an Introduction to Business course, as well as specific courses on marketing, accounting, supervision, and business law. The A.S. degree serves those who wish to work in a small business locally and people currently working in business who want to enhance their chances for promotion. Many courses include practical, result-oriented projects that allow students to put their new knowledge to use.
Florida Gateway College (FGC), located at 149 SE College Pl, Lake City, FL 32025, is a premier public community college dedicated to delivering affordable and high-quality postsecondary education to the residents of North Central Florida 12 3. The expansive 132-acre campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, such as a recreational student center featuring video games, life-size chess, and a fully-equipped fitness center. Students can also enjoy the culinary offerings at the Gateway Grill restaurant on campus 1.
FGC offers an impressive range of academic programs, from quick-start certificate courses to comprehensive four-year bachelor's degree programs, with over 60 areas of study including health sciences, industry, public safety, and computer science. Remarkably, 20 of these programs are available entirely online, catering to a diverse student body 4. The college prides itself on its student-centered philosophy by facilitating small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and strong support services such as round-the-clock tutoring and childcare through the Little Wolves Child Care Center. Beyond academics, FGC cultivates a dynamic campus culture with vibrant student activities, clubs, athletics, and a proactive student government, all of which contribute to a nurturing and engaging educational environment 10.