Business Management

Develop the essential skills needed to become a leader at the helm of a business.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/Minor Option

Students who major in business can develop the essential skills needed to flourish in a business environment. Students are exposed to a variety of perspectives through hands-on learning, case studies, guest speakers and professor experiences. Critical thinking, leadership and team building are emphasized in the department.

You will have an opportunity to interact closely with engaging, expert faculty who can assist you and apply their valuable experiences in the business world to the classroom. During your studies, you will develop a broad knowledge of business operations and gain practical applications in your specific field.

You also gain many transferable skills in a variety of career paths. Competencies include: understanding of how organizations operate, enhancing your communication skills (oral and written) and strengthening your analytical and critical thinking, problem-solving and decision making. Plus, interpreting and using financial data, project and resource management and a good understanding of economic fluctuations and other external changes affecting business. These are critical in a number of career fields, which is why we offer a minor in this field, as well.

Program Goals

Students who complete the Bachelor of Arts in Business Management should be able to:

Use quantitative and qualitative analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate information, solve problems and make innovative organizational and strategic decisions.
Demonstrate knowledge and application of prescribed ethical codes and behaviors in the workplace.
Effectively communicate through preparation and delivery of oral and written presentations using appropriate technologies.
Demonstrate the ability to apply and synthesize the functional areas of business to make sound business decisions.