The Business programs at Virginia Western prepare students for careers in accounting, administrative support, business management, financial services, office management, health information management, marketing, and paralegal studies. MOS industry certifications are offered in most programs. A high-demand sector, Culinary is American Culinary Federation (ACF) accredited and prepares students for careers such as pastry cook, sous chef, and baker. Consider Hospitality Management if you enjoy working as part of a team to meet the needs of your customers as you learn skills to oversee the operations of various types of facilities in the hospitality industry.
*ACBSP Accredited programs
Fast-track programs that can be completed in 2 semesters or less
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degrees
Associate of Science (AS) Degrees
Career Studies Certificates (CSC)
Credentials & Career Skills
Professional Development
Program Types
AS & AA: Associate of Science and Associate of Arts: prepare students to transfer to a 4-year institution
AAS: Associate of Applied Science: prepare students to directly enter the workforce with limited transferability
Certificate & Career Studies Certificate: 1-2 year programs that prepare students to directly enter the workforce
Credentials & Career Skills: Short-term training that prepares students to directly enter the workforce with recognizable credentials and training (non-credit)