Cincinnati State is proud to offer a premier Business Management program designed to fit the needs of career changers and working professionals. Our program is structured to quickly get you into the business field with the skills and knowledge employers demand.

As the only 2-year college in Ohio that proudly includes built-in co-op and the necessary support to ensure all students are positioned for career success. Cincinnati State offers a recognized and respected education that will set you on a path to excel. Learn from industry-experienced instructors who combine real-world expertise with practical business knowledge.

Fast Program, Quick Career Entry
Become a business management professional in just 2 years with immediate job prospects.
The Best Value
Complete your degree for less than $13,500 (in-state) with opportunities to earn while you learn through paid co-ops that can offset your educational costs.
Industry Connections That Make a Difference
Gain access to exclusive partnerships with top employers like Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Kroger, and other respected organizations.
New Accelerated Options
Beginning Fall 2025, take advantage of new dual 8-week sessions that allow you to complete two courses in the time traditionally needed for one, potentially reducing your time to graduation.

Why Students Love Our Program

Mandatory Co-op Experience

Cincinnati State is the only 2-year college in Ohio with a mandatory co-op program, giving our graduates real-world experience that sets them apart from other applicants.

Stackable Certificates

Customize your education with embedded certificates in Entrepreneurship, Business Management, Retail Management, or Real Estate.

Flexible Format Options

Complete the program 100% online (except for co-op), in-person, or with a mix of both to suit your schedule.

Instant Job Prospects

Close alliances with top employers like Procter & Gamble (the only two-year school they hire from), Kroger, Medpace, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital provide direct employment pathways.

Outstanding Results

Approximately 80% of students are hired by their co-op employers upon graduation.

Fast. Affordable. Top Employers.

Cincinnati State’s Business Management program is built for go-getters who want real-world skills, not just textbooks and theory. Complete your degree in as little as two years, thanks to our new dual-semester options and mandatory paid co-op that lets you earn income while you learn. 

With flexible online or on-campus classes, stackable certificates, and one of the best value tuition rates in the region, you’ll graduate work-ready—prepared to step into supervisory and management roles at top employers across Greater Cincinnati and beyond.

How to Take the Next Step Today

Your path at Cincinnati State starts when you apply, but if you’re not quite ready, you can reach out with any and all questions or explore college and program details like key dates, courses, costs, and financial aid options via the links below, or by requesting your starter kit.

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