About the Bachelor's Degree Program
Designed For Students Who Want to Move Ahead
Program Starts in Fall 2025!
Check back soon for details about how to apply.
The Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Management is designed for students who want to continue their education in automotive technology by acquiring business and management skills to advance their careers in the automotive industry.
Building a Strong Foundation
This new degree builds on a broad foundation of courses, certificates and associate degrees offered by the highly-regarded Automotive Technology Department at De Anza College. The department is known for its innovative programs that provide high-quality education and hands-on training, with the latest equipment and tools.
All of De Anza's Auto Tech programs are designed to be "stackable," so students who earn course credits for a certificate can also apply those credits to advanced certificates, associate degrees and a bachelor's degree. Lower-division offerings include three certificates and three associate degrees available to full-time day students, plus 13 certificates and four associate degrees for part-time students, who may be working in the automotive field while taking classes in De Anza's evening program.
Preparing for the Next Level
With the new bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology Management, students can go further – by taking courses in management, sales, marketing and related fields. With this preparation, you'll be ready for entry-level management positions in areas such as
- General Manager
- Service Manager
- Parts Manager
- Fixed Operations Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Fleet Manager
- Sales Manager
- Business Owner
A Bachelor's Degree You Can Afford
California community colleges were first authorized to grant bachelor's degrees on a pilot basis in 2014, under a state law that expanded the colleges' traditional role of offering high-quality certificate and associate degree programs. Additional legislation has allowed more extensive offerings since 2021.
These programs provide advanced education at a cost that is more affordable than pursuing a four-year degree at a state or private university.
De Anza's bachelor's degree program was developed by experienced faculty members and administrators, after extensive planning and analysis of automotive industry needs and trends.
The college won approval to offer the program in 2023 by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, following earlier approval in 2022 by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Additional Information
Program Goals
- To better prepare automotive technology students for a career in management and provide opportunities for upward mobility in the workplace
- To create equity in educational options for all students, including those from underserved populations who would otherwise not be able to attain a degree.
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the bachelor's degree program in Automotive Technology Management will
- Demonstrate the required skills for effective entry-level management in the automotive repair industry
- Demonstrate knowledge of leadership, ethics, critical thinking and all forms of communication in business and life
- Recognize and value the intricacies of working and living in a multicultural world by demonstrating gratefulness of diversity
Mission Statement
Our department mission is to inspire, excite and prepare our automotive technology students to achieve a valuable place in our local and global community. We serve a diverse student population – including career-oriented students, lifelong learners, and those who choose our program to enrich their own knowledge base. Our focus is on equity, integrity, personal achievement, service to our community, and excellence in all we do.