Business Department
The Business Department provides opportunities through education that help students succeed in the modern business environment. In the program, students gain a grasp of ethics, a global perspective, and the ability to examine business issues from the viewpoint of multiple disciplines. Degrees from the business program qualify students to work in many different fields, such as certified public accounting, management positions, technology services, quality assurance, analysis, and other exciting careers. The department focuses on the basics of business, external management, analytical skills, problem solving, and analysis in a technological world.
The department offers two areas of study: accounting and business administration. Classes for these majors are mostly offered at night and online to accommodate the schedules of working students. Both majors offer a bachelor of science degree, an associate of arts degree, and an associate of science degree. In the bachelor’s degree in business administration students choose a concentration in accounting, management, or management information systems.
Business Department faculty members are qualified individuals who care deeply about their areas of study, as well as the success of their students. The faculty consists of a department chair, two full-time assistant professors, and a number of adjunct instructors who are professionals in their fields. Tutoring for accounting classes is also provided by the Humphreys College Library and Learning Center.
Degrees Offered
The Department offers the following degrees:
- Accounting
- Bachelor of Science
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science with concentrations in…
- Management
- Accounting
- Human Resources
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Bachelor of Science with concentrations in…
- Certificates
- Accounting Clerk
- Administrative Assistant
- Business Update
Degree requirements are presented in the college catalog.
Contact an Admission Counselor for more information on the programs offered or to register for classes.
Faculty Introductions
Jason Wolins has taught at the college since 1996 and has been chair of the Business Department since 2004. Mr. Wolins earned his MBA from DePaul University and his juris doctorate from University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. He is licensed to practice law in California and Illinois.
Shauna Van Dewark has taught at the college since 2002 and has been assistant professor with the department since 2003. Mrs. Van Dewark earned her master’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Stanislaus.
Kevin Van Dewark has been assistant professor with the department since 2005. Mr. Van Dewark earned his MBA from California State University, Stanislaus and is currently enrolled in a doctoral program at Indiana State University.
Leslie Walton
James DeCosta
Linda Rahmoller