Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Gain in-demand skills that will prepare you to solve real-life business problems and lead teams with confidence. This degree is the perfect foundation to pursue a master's degree or advance your current career.

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Apply By:
May 30, 2024

Classes Start:
June 20, 2024

No Live Lectures

120 Credits

Less than two and a half years

Pay as You Go ($140 per course assessment)

Overview

Explore critical business concepts and prepare for your future career with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Explore in-depth the specialized fields of accounting, management, marketing, economics, and finance. This degree is the solid foundation you need to build your career or continue to graduate studies.

What you’ll learn

Gain valuable skills to advance your career:

Analyze business problems and opportunities

Understand core business functions

Implement business decisions and theories

Develop leadership and management skills

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Admission Requirements

Anyone who has graduated high school, is proficient in English and is 16 years of age or older can study online at UoPeople.

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Curriculum / Courses

The curriculum for the Bachelor’s in Business Administration has been specifically crafted to enhance a student's knowledge of business and provide the perfect foundation to continue with an advanced degree. Students will learn how to analyze business problems and propose real world solutions, understand key business functions and implement important decisions. Our curriculum is based on a strong industry foundation and has been developed by top notch academic leadership to help students succeed.

24 general education credits
60 core credits
36 elective credits

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Note: Regarding the General Education Requirements, each of the sections can be fulfilled by any course that is closely related to the discipline. While the 36 credits required for the Elective section can be fulfilled by summing courses from any discipline.

Specialize Your Degree

Gain the specialized skills you need to get the job you want. Showcase your expertise in a specific field with a certificate and stand out in a highly competitive job market. Consider polishing off your degree with any of the Business Administration Certificates below.

Certificate in Finance

Certificate in Marketing

Certificate in Strategy

Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Certificate in Accounting

Certificate in Finance

Students seeking to expand their expertise in the field of Finance will explore areas related to finance management, forecasting, and working with capital management.

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
CBUS 2203	Principles of Finance 1	3
CBUS 2204	Personal Finance	3
CBUS 4404	Principles of Finance 2	3

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Certificate in Marketing

Students looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of Marketing will explore areas related to marketing management, promotions, and working with e-commerce.

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
CBUS 2201	Principles of Marketing	3
CBUS 2202	E-Commerce	3
CBUS 3303	Marketing Management	3

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Certificate in Strategy

Students who desire to increase their skills in the field of Strategy will explore areas related to business management, competitive analysis, and developing long-range and short-range strategy goals.

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
CBUS 2207	Multinational Management	3
CBUS 3306	Business and Society	3
CBUS 4407	Strategic Management	3

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Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Students who want to sharpen their skillset in the field of Entrepreneurship will explore areas related to accounting, business management and development of business ideas for real world application.

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
CBUS 3301	Financial Accounting	3
CBUS 3303	Entrepreneurship 1	3
CBUS 4401	Entrepreneurship 2	3

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Certificate in Accounting

Students looking to enhance their expertise in the field of accounting will explore areas related to accounting management, competitive financial analysis, and developing accounting techniques for real world application.

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BUSC 1102	Basic Accounting	3
BUSC 3301	Financial Accounting	3
BUSC 3304	Managerial Accounting	3

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Careers

Where will a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration take you? Your degree will help prepare you for a job as a:

Administrative Supervisor

Operations Manager

Senior Marketing Manager

Management Analyst

As a UoPeople student, you’re never on your own—our Career Service Center provides resume feedback, networking tips, interview techniques and more.

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$60 application fee

$140 ASSESSMENT FEE PER COURSE

IN TOTAL AROUND $5,660 FOR THE DEGREE

Paying for school

UoPeople does not charge for tuition, books, or campus expenses. You’ll never have to pay fees for courses upfront. We charge only a $60 application fee, and a $140 assessment fee at the end of each course. This is a huge savings compared to U.S. public universities who charge on average $37,396 for a bachelor's degree. Over the course of your studies at UoPeople, you can expect to pay a total of only $5,660—less if you have credits to transfer in! Our mission is to make it possible for everyone to afford a degree; if you can’t afford these fees scholarships and grants may be available.

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Flexibility

Concerned about managing your studies while you work or juggle family life? Don’t be! Over half of our students are successfully studying while working, raising families, or both. You can too! UoPeople is proud to be the world’s most flexible option for earning a high-quality, accredited, 100% online degree. Learn more about how our programs are specially designed to work for you

Asynchronous Learning

At UoPeople there are no live lectures, and no set class times. Instead, you can enjoy the freedom of online flexibility and study on your own schedule. Complete assignments during your commute, on your lunch break, or after the kids are in bed. As long as your course work is finished by the end of each week you’ll stay on track for graduation.

Accessible Technology

All you need to study at UoPeople is a stable internet connection – whether it’s on a desktop, laptop, or even your cell phone. Courses never require heavy video files, and the UoPeople Online Campus is compatible with most browsers. Students even receive a subscription to Office 365 including Microsoft Office, at no extra cost.

Transfer Credits

Have credits from another accredited university? Great! Bachelor degree students can transfer up to 75% of their total credits to UoPeople. There is no charge for transfer credit evaluations, and if accepted there is a small fee of only $17 for each course transferred.

Common Questions Students Are Asking Us

Questions regarding our academic programs offered at UoPeople

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Does UoPeople accept international students?

Absolutely! UoPeople has students from over 200 countries and territories.

Are the programs accredited?

University of the People is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Will I get the academic support I need?

Absolutely! Classes at UoPeople are small and highly qualified instructors are available to answer students’ questions and offer support. Additionally, each student is connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who remains with them until graduation. Program Advisors act as the students’ personal support system throughout their studies. The Program Advisor will answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student’s studies.

What is asynchronous learning?

Asynchronous learning allows you to learn on your own schedule. You will have access via the UoPeople Online Campus to assignments, lectures, and other learning materials. There are no live lectures or set class times at UoPeople.