Rural development involves the growth and economic support of areas with few cities or densely populated regions. A program meant to teach about this subject might include topics such as agriculture, land management, or economics.

An Associate of Applied Science gives students a solid foundation in both specialized career training and general education. Students seeking a fast track into the workforce can attend school full-time and complete their program in two years.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.