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Dec 07, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Business Administration, B.S.
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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of the substance and context of business in a world that is continually changing. Students are exposed to a diversified background in the various disciplines necessary for achieving success in the business arena. This degree is flexible so that students may tailor their programs to particular interests. It gives students a fundamental understanding of the substance and context of business in a highly competitive and dynamic environment. Graduates are prepared to secure positions in insurance companies, banks, retail businesses, personnel and human resource departments, government services, and/or manage their own businesses.
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Core Curriculum (30-33 Credit Hours)
For details on the required courses, refer to the Core Curriculum program. For students in this major, the following courses (9-credit hours) satisfies both core curriculum and major requirements: Business Core Courses (45 Credit Hours)
Major Electives (18 Credit Hours)
This Business major is flexible so that students may tailor their programs to their interests and professional goals. With guidance from a faculty advisor and approval by the Dean of the College of Business and Aviation, students will determine a program of 18 credit hours of 3000 or 4000 level business courses that will fulfill their needs and objectives. Free Electives (33 Credit Hours)
Students must complete 33 credit hours of electives to complete degree requirements. Note: Total elective credit is determined by Core Curriculum courses taken, degree type selected, and any additional prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Advisor for details. Degree Total = 120 Credit Hours
Accelerated Master’s Degree Option: MBA
The Accelerated BS to MBA Program allows eligible students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all concentrations), Accounting or Information Systems and a Master of Business Administration in less time. This streamlined pathway provides students with the skills to enter today’s workforce or to attain professional certification while developing advanced management and leadership skills. Students should consult with their advisor early for eligibility and course planning to maximize this opportunity for career advancement in today’s dynamic business environment. Review full Accelerated Master Program Admissions and Curriculum policies: Accelerated Master’s Degree Programs A maximum of 12 credits may be applied toward fulfilling the requirements for both the bachelor’s and the master’s degrees. The credits are to be earned during the senior year of the undergraduate program. The four MSBA courses listed below will count toward both the undergraduate and graduate degree
requirements: - MSBA 5110 Organizational Leadership and Behavioral Dynamics (aligned with Elective)
- MSBA 5600 Marketing & Brand Management Strategies (aligned with Elective)
- MSBA 5400 Business Environments (aligned with BSBA 4420 Business Ethics and Corporate Accountability)
- MSBA 6000 Strategic Management (aligned with Elective)
For full course descriptions, check the Graduate Catalog. Accelerated Master’s Degree Option: Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Risk Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), combined with the 4+1 program, offers a unique pathway for students to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a Masters in Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Students complete 12 graduate-level credits during their senior year, which count toward both degrees. This program provides a strong foundation in business management, leadership, and organizational behavior, while also equipping students with advanced knowledge in cybersecurity and risk management. With the growing importance of data protection and risk mitigation in today’s business environment, the 4+1 program prepares students for leadership roles that require both business acumen and expertise in securing digital assets. Students will be well-prepared to lead teams, manage projects, and safeguard organizations in an increasingly digital world. The undergraduate students will take the four graduate courses listed below for a total of 12 credit hours during the senior year that will count towards theirundergraduate degree and towards the MCRM degree:
• MCRM 5900 - Cybersecurity & Risk Management
(BSBA 3000/4000 Elective)
• MCRM 5910 - Security Operations, Assessment & Testing
(BSBA 3000/4000 Elective)
• MCRM 5200 - Management Information Systems
(BSBA 3000/4000 Elective)
• MCRM Elective - students may select from list of available MCRM electives
(BSBA 3000/4000 Elective)
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