About the B.S. in Business Administration
The four-year Bachelor of Science in Business Administration prepares students with the tools and resources needed to solve challenging business problems in an ever changing global environment.
About the Program
The program provides students with comprehensive knowledge in business foundations and theories; builds essential skills in accounting, data analysis, finance, marketing, human resources management, operations and project management, and leadership; and embeds experiential and real world learning. The program is designed for students to pursue customized academic pathways to focus on areas of specialization within the field. This program is intended for students in all phases of their professional career and undergraduate studies, whether you have extensive prior coursework or are enrolling in college for the first time.
Accreditation
The Undergraduate College has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.
What You Will Learn
At the completion of the B.S. in Business Administration program, students will be able to:
1. CRITICAL THINKING. Use analytical, quantitative and qualitative techniques to generate solutions that are responsive to business and cultural challenges.
2. TEAMWORK. Contribute positively in a team environment to accomplish group goals and objectives using collaborative skills and inclusive behaviors.
3. COMMUNICATION. Communicate effectively and professionally in business situations through writing, speaking and listening with cultural sensitivity in all contemporary modes.
4. BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE. Apply concepts within the core areas of business, including how (i) to create competitive advantage through strategic and tactical methods; (ii) to recognize legal and strategic concerns relating to managing human resources; (iii) to create and measure value in products and services; and (iv) to control, plan, invest, evaluate and improve business tactics and processes through accounting
and financial methods and models.
5. BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT. Apply knowledge of ethical, legal, economic and global environment to practical business situations to determine their operational, financial, human and/or societal impacts.
6. ANALYSIS & TECHNOLOGY UTILIZATION. Apply quantitative and qualitative decision support tools and technology to make and defend business decisions.
7. MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP. Assess the role of ethics, motivation and influence in setting forth equitable and appropriate business behavior toward coordinating a unified objective.
8. CAREER READINESS. Apply business theory and skills in professional environments and through experiences in order to prepare for a professional career path that aligns to short and long term career goals.
Career Outlook
Our competitive global economy is presenting new opportunities for students with a B.S. in Business Administration. Jobs in business and finance are expected to grow 8% from 2020-2030*, faster than the average growth rate for all jobs. Furthermore, these jobs are well-compensated, as the average salary for business and financial jobs was $76,570 in 2021. Today's companies are looking for graduates with both a broad understanding of business, as well as an established professional identity. A B.S. in Business Administration prepares you for a range of careers, including these fast-growing occupations:
- Marketing Research Analyst, +23%
- Business Consultant, +9%
- Financial Analyst, +11%
- Marketing Coordinator, +9%
- Accounting Clerk, +7%
- Retail Buyer, +7%
- Loan Officer, +11%
- Tax Accountant, +10%
