
Business Administration, B.A.
The bachelor of Arts in Business Administration degree combines a traditionally broad liberal arts education with the classes and coursework needed to gain a strong, foundational understanding of the business industry.
Program Overview
The program consists of 120 credits and will utilize the existing general education core (45 credits), the core business curriculum (45 credits), additional business concentration courses from the School of Business and Technology including the required internship (3 credits). The proposed curriculum contains 9 credits (3 courses) of free elective space.
Specific courses include:
- Business Communications (3 credits)
- Business Ethics (3 credits)
- Conflict Management and Negotiation (3 credits)
- Internship (3 credits)
Program Details
The BA in Business Administration aims to produce well-rounded graduates who receive a diverse education while excelling in specific skills. Employers recognize that the best employees are those who think critically, learn quickly, solve problems, strategize, and operate autonomously within a business. However, entry-level hiring needs have become increasingly specialized, requiring employees who can reliably perform specific tasks from day one.
The Business Administration major aims to provide students with relevant, project-based learning, enabling them to develop highly sought-after skills for both Fortune 500 companies and fast-growing tech firms. Built on existing business curricula, this major offers a comprehensive knowledge base of business concepts alongside specialized business courses. Students will learn essential skills for today’s economy. Combined with foundational business and general education courses, this major prepares students for future success by offering valuable practical experience for their post-graduation roles.
Program Information
- Degree Awarded
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- Bachelor of Arts
- Program Type
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- Major
- Program Location
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- Main Campus - Northeast Philadelphia