Welcome to Business Administration
Welcome to the Los Angeles Valley College Department of Business Administration. We provide a comprehensive set of classes that give you the tools to be successful in business. Whether your goals are to transfer to a university and complete a four year degree, earn an associate’s degree or certificate, master skills for a new career, advance in your current career, or obtain the skills to start a new business you are in the right place.
Research shows and our business advisers agree that employers hire employees who communicate effectively, take initiative, are team players, and exhibit professional behavior and leadership. This is why most of our classes include real-life team projects and class presentations. We provide you with several opportunities to build and sharpen your skills to:
- Lead
- Build effective teams
- Communicate professionally
- Present effectively
- Facilitate meetings
We offer six AA degree options and eight different certificates of achievement. You can earn a certificate in as little as one year and an AA degree in two.
For more information about our department and programs, please explore our website or contact us directly.
Kevin Sanford, PhD, MBA
Associate Professor
Chair, Business Administration Department
sanforKR@lavc.edu
At Los Angeles Valley College, your career success is our goal.
Victoria Skinner

"Corporate lay-offs forced me to seek retraining. As an older student, I chose Valley College‘s Accounting Certification program. I was able to complete the program in 10 months and quickly found employment. I am very grateful for the new career opportunities that the business department at Valley College provided me."
- Certificate of Achievement in Business: Accounting
Los Angeles Valley College
Our AA and Certificate Programs are as follows:
Certificates:
- Certificate of Achievement in
Accounting (6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Banking and Finance (5 - 6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Business Essentials (4 - 5 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Business Management (6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Marketing (6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Property Management (6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Real Estate (6 courses) - Certificate of Achievement in
Retail Management (8 courses)
Degrees:
- Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in
Accounting - Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in
Banking and Finance - Associate of Science (AS-T) Degree in
Business Administration - Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in
Management - Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in
Marketing - Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in
Real Estate
Ajay Hira – Yogurtland, Fresno

“The LAVC Business department shows the care and compassion all students should receive in a college setting. Their dedication to create opportunities and advancements for their students inspires us to be exceptional business leaders within our community. Thank you Valley College for setting such an amazing example!”
Fredman Quinonez, Business Student

"My experience here at the LAVC Business department has been a great one. Most classrooms are student- friendly, and the staff is very helpful and attentive. Overall, I feel that this department has made me a better student and has prepared me for success at a four year university and in the working world.
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