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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

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Programs designed for rapid upskilling in digital skills and competencies.

Course modality

100% online, asynchronous, and flexible, with instructor support and 24/7 access to virtual resources.

Languages

Programs in English, with an option for Spanish.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program offers a comprehensive education in business principles, management practices, and organizational leadership. Designed to develop strategic thinking, analytical skills, and ethical decision-making, this program prepares students to succeed in a wide range of industries and leadership roles. 

Students may specialize in one of the following majors to tailor their education to specific career paths: 

  • Major in Public Management: Focuses on the administration of public sector organizations, emphasizing public policy, governance, budgeting, and public service leadership. Graduates will be equipped to manage government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or municipal services. 
  • Major in Healthcare Management: Prepares students to manage healthcare institutions and services with a focus on operations, patient care systems, health policy, and regulatory compliance. This major is ideal for those seeking leadership roles in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare organizations. 
  • Major in Human Resource Management: Centers on workforce planning, recruitment, talent development, employee relations, and labor law. Students learn how to align human capital strategies with organizational goals to foster productivity and growth. 

Graduates of the program will possess the knowledge and skills to pursue managerial and administrative positions in business, government, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors, or to continue with graduate studies in business, public administration, or related fields. 

Program Objective

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program aims to: 

  1. Develop core competencies in management, finance, marketing, and operations to support effective organizational decision-making. 
  2. Foster leadership, communication, and teamwork skills for dynamic and diverse work environments. 
  3. Promote ethical and socially responsible management practices, with an understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks. 
  4. Prepare students to analyze complex business problems and implement data-driven, strategic solutions. 
  5. Provide specialized knowledge and practical tools relevant to public administration, healthcare systems, and human capital management. 
  6. Encourage innovation and adaptability in response to global economic trends and technological changes. 
  7. Support professional readiness by integrating case studies, simulations, and real-world business scenarios. 
  8. Equip graduates for career advancement or graduate-level education in business, management, or specialized industries. 
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Program Breakdown

Course Number 

Course Title 

Credit Hours 

 

REQUIRED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES 

 

ENG200 

English Composition I 

3 

ALG200 

College Algebra 

3 

PSY200 

Introduction to Psychology 

3 

ENV200 

Environmental Science 

3 

COM200 

Introduction to Communication 

3 

ENG210 

English Composition II 

3 

STA200 

Applied Probability and Statistics 

3 

PHI200 

Introduction to Philosophy 

3 

COM210 

Principles of Public Speaking 

3 

PSY210 

Critical Thinking and Logic 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

30 

 

REQUIRED CORE COURSES 

 

MAN310 

Principles of Management  

3 

MAN320 

Strategic Management 

3 

LDS310 

Leadership and Teamwork 

3 

ECO310 

Business Economics 

3 

ACC310 

Financial Accounting 

3 

ACC320 

Cost Accounting and Budgeting 

3 

MAN330 

Financial Management 

3 

MKT310 

Principles of Marketing 

3 

INT310 

Commercial Intelligence 

3 

STA310 

Business Statistics 

3 

MAK320 

Quantitative Methods for Decision Making 

3 

PLA320 

IT Management and Digital Platforms 

3 

BUS330 

Introduction to Digital Business 

3 

ANA310 

People Analytics 

3 

CRN310 

Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Skills  

3 

RMT310 

Research Methodology 

3 

CRE310 

Creative and Disruptive Innovation 

3 

ENT310 

Entrepreneurship Workshop 

3 

MAN340 

Operations Management 

3 

PSY360 

Organizational Behavior 

3 

LAW310 

Introduction to Business Law 

3 

COM360 

Organizational Communication 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

66 

 

MAJOR IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT 

 

PBM410 

Public Sector Leadership and Decision-Making 

3 

PBM420 

Conflict Resolution and Negotiation in Public Administration 

3 

PBM430 

Organizational Communication and Public Relations 

3 

PBM440 

Training and Talent Development in the Public Sector 

3 

PBM450 

E-Government and Digital Transformation in the Public Sector 

3 

PBM460 

Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation 

3 

PBM470 

Project Management in Public Administration 

3 

BBA490 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

24 

 

MAJOR IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT 

 

HCM410 

Healthcare Organization Management 

3 

HCM420 

Health Systems and Legislation 

3 

HCM430 

Administrative Processes in Healthcare 

3 

HCM440 

Healthcare Project Planning and Management 

3 

HCM450 

Healthcare Services and Operations 

3 

HCM460 

Applied Health Technologies Workshop 

3 

HCM470 

Quality Management in Healthcare 

3 

BBA490 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

24 

 

MAJOR IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 

 

HRM410 

Talent Acquisition and Selection 

3 

HRM420 

Compensation and Benefits Management 

3 

HRM430 

Training and Development 

3 

HRM440 

Labor Law 

3 

HRM450 

Diversity and Inclusion Management 

3 

HRM460 

Strategic Human Resource Management 

3 

HRM470 

Industrial and Labor Relations 

3 

BBA490 

Capstone Written Project – Business Administration 

3 

 

Sub – Total 

24 

 

Total 

120 

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