Program Overview

Bachelor of Applied Science / 121 credits (4 year program) / 60 credits (upper division Transfer)

The BAS in Applied Business and Information Technology (#ABIT) program offers a unique hybrid degree that emphasizes business, entrepreneurship, and technology skills. Upon completion of the #ABIT program, many students apply for graduate programs, launch an entrepreneurial start-up, or accept employment in a small to large-sized company. The program can be completed in 4 years* (8 full-time semesters).

Students who have completed an associate degree can transfer to the upper division program and complete the ABIT BAS in 4 semesters and 60 credits, using a traditional 16-week semester format. A new 8-week online cohort starting Spring 2022, provides upper division transfer students with more flexibility in a completely online, asynchronous learning environment.

Ready to jumpstart a business, build new skills, or advance your career?

Do you have an associate degree?
Do do you work full-time?
Enjoy the challenge of juggling work, life and education?

What is Your Passion?

If your passion lies in any of the following, the ABIT program is for you!

1. Starting a new business
2. Marketing
3. Accounting
4. Web Programming
5. Cybersecurity
6. Big Data Analysis
7. Machine Learning

Latest News!

8-Week Online Option!

ABIT will launch a new 8-week cohort program starting Spring 2022

1. 8-week online, asynchronous, upper division courses starting Spring 2022
2. Students will take two 8-week courses at a time in spring/fall, plus 5-week courses in summer
3. Courses will start in Spring 2022, with an expected graduation in Fall 2023
4. Students who already have an associate degree are eligible to apply!
5. For more information about enrollment, please contact ABIT Counselor Linda Fujitani

Traditional Semester Option

ABIT will continue to provide students with traditional courses offered in a semester format of 16 weeks. Currently, due to the ongoing Covid pandemic, all upper ABIT division courses are being offered in an online format using Zoom. Several courses have live, synchronous sessions that require students to be available at specific times. ABIT provides flexibility and a safe learning environment for all students.

For full details about the traditional 16-week courses and program, please see PDF link below.

Upper Division Transfer Students!

ABIT welcomes transfer students who have already completed their associate degree!

Students can complete their ABIT baccalaureate degree completely online! Requirements to enroll in the upper division ABIT program - 

1. Students must have completed their associate degree from an accredited university program
2. Students need to complete the following eight "transfer" courses prior to graduation from the ABIT - 
   • Information Technology (1) - ICS 101
   • Accounting (2) - ACC 201 and 202
   • English (1) - ENG 209 or 210 or 225
   • Economics (2) - ECON 130 and 131
   • Math (1) - MATH 115
   • Speech and Communications (1) - SP 151 or 251 or COM 130 or 145
3. Many transfer students have completed some of the above eight "transfer" courses as part of their associate degree program. Students can complete the remaining "transfer" courses as general electives
4. The upper division program consists of 60 credits, 15 required upper division courses (300-400 level) and 5 general electives (100-400 level)
5. Please contact ABIT Counselor Linda Fujitani for guidance and details

Success Stories

Outlook

Careers & Education after taking this program:

ABIT graduates go on to pursue graduate degrees or careers in the technology industry.

Popular Graduate Programs for ABIT BAS graduates:

1. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
2. Master’s in Human Resources Management (MHRM)
3. Master of Education in Teaching (MEdT)
4. Master’s in Computer Science (MSCS)
5. Master’s in Information Technology (MSIT)
6. Master’s in Cybersecurity (MS Cybersecurity)

Popular Industry Certifications for ABIT students:

1. CompTIA Network+
2. CompTIA Security+
3. EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
4. AWS Cloud Practitioner
5. Google Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE)

With 5+ years of experience, get promotions to mid-level positions:

1. Security Manager
2. Software Test Manager
3. Systems/IT Manager
4. Marketing Manager
5. Accountant – CPA

Potential Salary Range

SALARY REPORT

This chart shows the expected median annual salary for a Business Analyst position in Hawaii.

What Does it Cost?

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Program Articulations

Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and KapCC 

Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and LeeCC

Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and HonCC

Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and HawCC

Course Schedules

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Scholarships

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Program Learning Outcomes

1. Develop effective business plans and strategies using essential business functions such as marketing, management, accounting, and statistics.
2. Design prototypes using current business technology for e-commerce, web programming, databases, systems analysis, and project management.
3. Create minimum viable products or services for a feasible business venture through entrepreneurship and technology skills.
4. Demonstrate business ethics, value, and integrity through teamwork and leadership.