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Earn an Online Associate’s Degree in Cosmetology Business


Build on your knowledge of cosmetology

If you are a licensed cosmetologist who wants to take the next step in your career, an online Cosmetology Business associate’s degree might be right for you. Earning your degree online means that you don’t have to worry about commuting, parking and the cost of gas. You can focus on completing the coursework that will prepare you for advancement in the field. 

Our online option may make it possible to earn an AAS degree

At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB), our online Cosmetology Business AAS program can give you the chance to earn a college degree whenever and wherever you want. If you work a busy schedule, downloading online lectures at midnight might be the best option. If you travel a lot or are on active military duty, our online degree might be the only way you can complete a cosmetology program. For more information, call us at 877-609-8889 or send us an e-mail to contact a representative.

A two-year degree developed with the help of experienced professionals

Our online cosmetology business associate’s degree, like all our college programs, was developed with the input of an Advisory Board made up of experienced professionals in the field. They help us ensure that the education and training you receive is up-to-date and prepares you with the skills and knowledge that employers want.

What can you do with an AAS in Cosmetology Business?

When you earn your two-year degree, you will have completed classes that prepare you for a position in the business of cosmetology. The graduates of this program are ready for jobs such as:

  • Product knowledge educator/trainer
  • Marketing and sales specialist
  • Cosmetology salon supervisor

In addition to careers like these, our graduates often own their own businesses, applying their training and knowledge to the management of a salon or product line.

Focusing on the business side of cosmetology

Because you are already a licensed cosmetologist, we have structured this online degree program to enhance and build on your previous training and experience. You will take classes in a wide variety of business topics, including:

Business Mathematics – You will develop skills in practical math that applies directly to the salon industry.

Business Communications – You will learn how to influence people and make your point clearly. Whether talking, writing or sending an e-mail, you will need strong communications skills throughout your career.

Microsoft Office Pro – You will have hands-on experience with the most popular word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software applications: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Small Business Management – You will learn how to write a business plan, analyze a financial report and learn the basics of buying or starting a business. You will also learn how to comply with the licensing and operating regulations that apply in the field of cosmetology.

Student Success and Career Development– You will learn how to manage your own success in the classroom and in your career.

An online degree program with roots in the past

At GU/MSB, we have been educating people for fulfilling business careers since the 1870s. We have watched distance learning schools grow from their origins in 19th century correspondence courses. Today, online education is not a solitary experience. We provide students many opportunities for interaction with their instructors and classmates. If they have questions about our Blackboard™ online course management software, students can contact our help desk. They are not limited by inadequate library facilities close to home—we have an extensive online library of books, journals and databases. You will find this level of student support in all our degree and diploma programs, whether online or residential.

Get started today

Our online Cosmetology Business associate degree program is designed to accommodate student needs. You can take classes entirely online, combine online and on-campus classes, or take a hybrid class that combines the best of both. To find out more about earning an AAS degree in Cosmetology Business online, call us at 877-609-8889 or send an e-mail to get started.