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Department of Commerce

Build Businesses, Systems, and Ideas That Shape the Economy

The Department of Commerce combines expert faculty and real-world industry experience to prepare students for today’s evolving workforce. With flexible bachelor’s and associate degrees, minors, and Microcredentials — all available fully online — students can build career-ready skills on a schedule that fits their lives.

Explore Our Commerce Programs

Through industry-informed coursework, applied projects, and hands-on learning, Commerce students develop the skills to launch careers, solve business challenges, and contribute from day one.

Commerce, Associate of Applied Business

The Commerce, A.A.B. degree is designed for students ready to launch their careers while building practical, in-demand business skills. In just 62 credit hours, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience needed to make an immediate impact in the business world.

Microcredentials

Microcredentials offer fast, focused training in high-demand fields, helping you build specialized skills to advance your career, increase your marketability, or transition into a new profession.

Watch What Commerce Students Build

From launching careers to solving real business challenges, our students learn by creating, collaborating, and applying what they learn from day one.

Building a Career Through Commerce

Inside the Commerce Program

Commerce Spotlights

Mike Jones '26

Mike Jones '26

Major: Digital Commerce

"As someone who has been in the ecommerce space for the past 5+ years, the (Digital Commerce) program matches so much of what I do day-to-day, and I could not recommend it enough for anyone interested in pursuing that field."

Mallory Getz '24

Major: Sales Management

"I am confident to enter any interview knowing that I have the skillset to succeed. I know what I am capable of because of my commitment to Miami University."

Martin Raymundo '25

Major: Small Business Management

"Having the opportunity to connect with other students and faculty has truly shaped my experience and growth as a student."

Ohio Small Business Development Center

Located at the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, the Ohio Small Business Development Center provides students with valuable hands-on learning opportunities, expert mentorship, and resources to help launch and grow their own businesses. Commerce students can connect with the Ohio SBDC to gain mentorship, entrepreneurial experience, and business development resources.
David Riggs, Director of the Ohio SBDC talking with a fitness with members of Fitness on High in Oxford, OH.

Department of Commerce

Hamilton Campus
Phelps Hall 207
1601 University Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011