How is the business program at Santa Monica College?

I'm interested in business and thinking about starting at Santa Monica College. How well does the business program prepare you for transferring to a four-year university?

Santa Monica College (SMC) is known for its strong track record in preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions, including those in the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems, and even private universities. Its business administration program offers a comprehensive curriculum that lays a solid foundation for further studies in business.

The program provides education in basic business principles including accounting, economics, and business law. It also includes general education requirements, along with critical thinking and communication skills, which are highly valued in the business world and necessary for success in upper-division coursework at four-year universities.

SMC provides academic counselors who can help you plan your course schedule each semester to ensure you meet all transfer requirements, and the school also has articulation agreements with many four-year institutions to guarantee admission upon completion of certain criteria.

Finally, SMC hosts many workshops, transfer fairs, and visits from four-year universities throughout the year to help students navigate the transfer process. This provides the opportunity to speak directly with representatives from four-year institutions and ask specific questions about their business programs.

While SMC's business program is generally well-regarded, the level of preparation you receive will also depend on your own dedication to your studies and the use of the support resources available to you.