Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Program Description and Objectives
The Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration program prepares students to excel in management and administrative roles across diverse industries. Management and administration are essential functions that ensure organizations operate effectively by coordinating people, resources, and processes to achieve strategic goals.
This program provides students with a solid foundation in leadership, organizational behavior, strategic planning, and operational control. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students will develop the skills to understand team dynamics, lead with confidence, and implement systems to drive organizational success.
Graduates of this program are equipped for a wide range of career opportunities in business, government, non-profits, and entrepreneurial ventures. Whether managing teams, optimizing operations, or leading innovative projects, a degree in Business Administration opens doors to rewarding and impactful careers.
The Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration program is ideal for:
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Aspiring Leaders: Individuals looking to build skills in leadership, team management, and strategic decision-making.
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Future Entrepreneurs: Those who dream of starting their own businesses and want a strong foundation in managing operations and resources.
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Career Changers: Professionals seeking to transition into business, management, or administrative roles across various industries.
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Recent High School Graduates: Students eager to gain practical, in-demand skills that lead to dynamic and rewarding career opportunities.
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Problem Solvers and Planners: Individuals who enjoy organizing, analyzing challenges, and developing strategies to achieve goals.
This program welcomes anyone with a passion for understanding how businesses operate and the drive to make a meaningful impact in any organizational setting.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration program will be able to:
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Demonstrate Leadership Skills: Apply effective leadership and teamwork strategies to inspire, motivate, and manage teams in organizational settings.
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Develop Strategic Solutions: Analyze business challenges and create strategic plans to achieve organizational goals through critical thinking and problem-solving.
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Understand Organizational Operations: Explain the functions, structures, and processes of organizations, and apply management principles to optimize operations.
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Communicate Effectively: Utilize strong written, verbal, and digital communication skills to convey ideas, collaborate with teams, and engage stakeholders.
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Make Data-Driven Decisions: Interpret financial, operational, and market data to make informed and ethical business decisions.
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Apply Business Knowledge: Demonstrate proficiency in core business areas, including marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management.
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Embrace Ethical and Social Responsibility: Integrate ethical principles and consider social, cultural, and global factors when making business decisions.
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Adapt to a Changing Business Environment: Develop flexibility and innovative thinking to address challenges and opportunities in a dynamic and competitive business world.
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Leverage Artificial Intelligence tools for Marketing: Students will be able to leverage artificial intelligence tools and techniques to analyze consumer data, optimize marketing strategies, and enhance customer engagement in a digital marketplace.
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Evaluate the impact of technological advancements in Business Strategies: Students will be able to evaluate the impact of technological advancements in warfare on business strategies, resource management, and organizational decision-making in dynamic and competitive environments.
Total Semester Credit Hours: 120 Delivery:
Hybrid (both residential and online courses)
Approximate Time to Complete: Full-Time: 4 years (8 semesters)
General education courses provide students with a strong foundation in essential skills and knowledge, fostering life-long learning and effective communication. These courses cover core competencies, including study skills, business communications, business mathematics, political science, art and science, world religions, interpersonal relationship skills, human behavior, and the humanities. The goal is to equip students with an understanding of diverse cultures, perspectives, and the critical skills needed for personal and professional growth.
General education courses are designated with a “GE” prefix as part of the course number, while all other courses are categorized as concentration courses.
The Business Administration program offers courses designed to develop the skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage people, resources, and organizational operations to achieve strategic goals. Coursework covers key topics such as Organizational Management: Coordinating teams and resources, understanding organizational structures, and implementing systems for planning and control. Financial Management: Allocating resources, managing cash flow, and ensuring financial viability without relying on accounting-specific methods. Leadership and Communication: Developing leadership skills, improving interoffice communication systems, and enhancing executive decisionmaking. Business Strategy and Operations: Learning organizational theory, troubleshooting operational challenges, designing efficient structures, and increasing organizational efficiency. Marketing and Public Relations: Conducting surveys, managing public relations initiatives, and implementing effective marketing and sales strategies. Business Ethics and Policy: Writing clear company policies, planning programs, and applying ethical decision-making practices.
The program emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications. Students will complete practical assignments and final exams in each course, with many courses incorporating faculty-supervised projects. These projects require students to directly apply their skills within a business or organizational environment.
The degree culminates in a final capstone project, where students must demonstrate their ability to synthesize and apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout the program to solve real-world business challenges.
