Best colleges for Business/Commerce in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Estrella Mountain Community College and Yavapai College award the most Business/Commerce degrees and certificates in Arizona: 249, 144 and 46 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 16 Arizona colleges offer Business/Commerce and award 1,522 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Business/Commerce program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of business management, marketing, and related services. This program is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pima Community College Tucson Public · Associate degree | $31,107 | 70 | 28% | — | $9,974 |
Colleges awarding the most Business/Commerce degrees in Arizona
Top 5 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandler-Gilbert Community College Chandler Public | 249 | Not reported |
| 2 | Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale Public | 144 | Not reported |
| 3 | Yavapai College Prescott Public | 46 | Not reported |
| 4 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix Private not-for-profit | 8 | Not reported |
| 5 | Mohave Community College Kingman Public | 8 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 11 Arizona colleges offering Business/Commerce
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | Public | 335 |
| Glendale Community College | Glendale | Public | 200 |
| Paradise Valley Community College | Phoenix | Public | 113 |
| Phoenix College | Phoenix | Public | 101 |
| Pima Community College | Tucson | Public | 70 |
| Scottsdale Community College | Scottsdale | Public | 66 |
| Rio Salado College | Tempe | Public | 64 |
| South Mountain Community College | Phoenix | Public | 63 |
| Central Arizona College | Coolidge | Public | 30 |
| GateWay Community College | Phoenix | Public | 22 |
| Coconino Community College | Flagstaff | Public | 3 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: General and Operations Managers (SOC 11-1021).
Top skills
What General and Operations Managers earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Business/Commerce programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Business/Commerce degrees?+
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (249 graduates a year), Estrella Mountain Community College (144 graduates a year) and Yavapai College (46 graduates a year) award the most Business/Commerce degrees and certificates in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 16 Arizona colleges offer Business/Commerce.
How much do General and Operations Managers earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for General and Operations Managers in Arizona is $125,200 (median $94,800), across about 110,480 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Business/Commerce program?+
The Business/Commerce program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of business management, marketing, and related services. This program is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, speaking, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for General and Operations Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +4.4% growth with around 308,700 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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