Business Administration Degree Program
An online business degree from SMWC prepares you for a rewarding business career. A business administration degree will prepare you for many roles in business and industry.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration Overview
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Businesses need people who understand marketing, accounting and management. If you are attentive to detail, hands-on and can see the bigger picture of a project or venture, a business administration degree, is a great fit for you. Our transfer-friendly, online degree programs provide you with the flexibility to continue your career while working toward your degree. If you are looking for an online business administration degree, you can’t go wrong with Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, which is consistently listed as one of the best online undergraduate programs in the U.S.
SMWC offers a mix of business and general education courses with a liberal arts foundation that will teach you to think critically and analytically. Our degree programs provide the flexibility to lead you to the career of your dreams. Our faculty work hard to make online degrees personalized, as well as ensuring technology efficiency to eliminate barriers while educating students. Plus, you’ll graduate with a strong foundation in liberal arts. Interested in earning your business administration bachelor’s and a master’s degree in 4 years? Learn more about our 3+1 Leadership Development Program.
With multiple online start dates in January, March, August and October, you can start your degree whenever you’re ready.
FAQs
What are the benefits of earning an online degree in business administration?
Business administration is the study of how a business operates. Throughout this program, you will learn to see the “big picture” and can complete tasks in various business areas. Through coursework and internship opportunities, you’ll learn a little bit about each area of a business that helps it function efficiently. Thinking about starting your own business? Entrepreneurship is a large focus of the business administration program at SMWC.
Why get an online degree in business administration?
A degree in business administration from SMWC provides the knowledge and tools you need to succeed in any business area. This degree prepares you to work in several different departments within an organization. Having a business administration degree gives you an advantage over others when being considered for promotions or job opportunities. The College’s Department of Business and Leadership is dedicated to ensuring their students succeed no matter what area of business they work in. You’ll sharpen your technological expertise through hands-on learning in a small, collaborative learning environment. To see the full list of states that this program is offered in click here.
What can you do with an online business degree?
Whether you dream of becoming an entrepreneur or joining a large corporation, SMWC’s program ensures you have the foundation in business needed to be successful. Our program also prepares you for graduate school. Learn more about our Master’s of Business Admin (MBA) program. Many of our alumni or hold executive positions locally and nationwide. Here are some jobs you can get with a business degree:
- Market Research Analyst
- Financial Manager
- Management Analyst
- Human Resources Specialist
- Marketing Manager
- Accountant/Auditor
- Procurement Officer
- Office Administrator
- Business Consultant
Check out our blog: 6 careers you can have with a business administration degree.
What is the average annual salary of someone with a business degree?
Employment in business occupations is expected to grow 7% by 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The average salary for workers with a bachelor’s degree in business is $65,000, according to BLS.
What kind of flexibility does an online program provide?
According to a study by Education Dynamics, 80% of online college students are employed. SMWC’s online programs are designed with the needs of students in mind, whether it be family, job or other responsibilities. Our transfer-friendly approach will ensure that you can finish your degree, and our 8-week format allows you to set your own pace and study based on your schedule.
What support and resources are provided at SMWC?
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) provides exceptional, personalized learning resource services to encourage student success. The LRC offers help to online students with a range of academic support services, including a writing center, tutoring, college success courses and more.
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is routinely ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest and the Best Value Schools. Our departments are also routinely ranked for their individual degree programs.
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Since the world is constantly changing, caution is used in accepting business transfer credit based on the age of the credits. Generally, the course must have been taken within 10 years of enrollment at the college. Some exceptions to this 10-year rule may apply when the student is currently employed in the field. One-half of the total hours required for each business major must be taken at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. These hours must include a minimum of 12 hours required in the major area (not the Business Core). Students also may choose to gain credit through a CLEP exam or Assessment of Prior Learning.
