Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Degree Program
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program is designed to provide undergraduate learners with a practical education in business administration. The core courses offer a well-rounded education in business.
Learners will focus on general business topics related to professional communication, global leadership trends, the construction and use of statistical models for business,, ethical issues in the context of business theory and practice, and more. Upon program completion, learners can choose to continue their education or pursue a potential career path in the business field.
- Credits Required: 120
- Cost Per Credit: $425
- Program Length: 4 years (full-time status)1
- Max Transfer Credits: 90 credits2
1Many factors can impact your time to completion such as course loads, course extensions or repetitions, transfer or proficiency credits, and approved leaves of absence. The program length provided does not include these adjustments.
2Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible for transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
What you’ll study
Integrate knowledge of the core ACBSP business concepts of accounting, finance, statistics, economics, management, and marketing to assess business circumstances.
Propose quantitative business solutions which demonstrate critical and analytical thinking.
Collaborate in cross-functional teams utilizing effective business techniques and strategies.
Navigate challenges in a global market involving international distribution and operations networks.
Share business recommendations and information through a variety of communication delivery formats.
Evaluate potential ethical and legal issues in contemporary business situations and propose appropriate resolution.
Employ technology to effectively solve business problems and provide solutions.
Potential career paths may be found in the following industries:
Human Resource Management
Banking and Finance
Healthcare Administration
Information Technology
Retail Sales and Distribution
CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement.
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Requirements
| Degree Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| General Education Courses | 36 |
| Required Core Courses | 45 |
| Business Elective Courses | 15 |
| General Elective Courses | 39 |
| TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE BBA | 120 |
Courses + Credits
Below, you’ll find the required courses offered by the CalSouthern School of Business and Management for the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program. The required number of credits to complete the BBA degree program is 120 semester credits with the option to transfer-in up to 90 credits. Learners will take general education courses, as well as business electives
- UNI 1000 University Success Online — 3-credits
- ACT 4102 Principles of Accounting I— 3-credits
- BUS 3110Business Ethics — 3-credits
- BUS 3300Introduction to Business — 3-credits
- BUS 3301Business Law — 3-credits
- BUS 3413Business Statistics — 3-credits
- BUS 3314Business Communications — 3-credits
- ECO 3300Macroeconomics — 3-credits
- ECO 3403Microeconomics — 3-credits
- FIN 4404 Fundamentals of Finance — 3-credits
- IB 4100International Management — 3-credits
- MGT 4325Business Information Systems — 3-credits
- MGT 4404Contemporary Management — 3-credits
- MKT 4400Essentials of Marketing — 3-credits
- CAP 3400BBA Capstone — 3-credits
View the University Catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisite information, and program details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program is designed to help candidates prepare to pursue a career path in business administration. Learners in this degree program will study various subjects including general business practices, ethics, and basic legal principles, techniques of management, and international strategies trends in business today, entrepreneurship, management, and organization, producing quality goods and services, human resources, marketing, acquiring, organizing, and using information, accounting, finance and investment, financial management, and personal finances and investments. Students will explore theories and data used to make decisions in modern corporate organizations.
You can begin your online education at CalSouthern now. Classes at CalSouthern begin monthly. Completion of the CalSouthern admissions process will depend on how quickly you complete the steps in the application process. You may speak to an Admissions Advisor over the phone (1-800-477-2254 ext. 47822) or request information online. Once you’ve completed the online request, you may hear from an advisor within 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
CalSouthern's Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) requires a total of 120 hours. You may be eligible for transfer credit with provided official transcripts. CalSouthern accepts up to 90 hours of the qualifying credits you need toward your degree.*
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
Learners interested in how business organizations operate and make decisions using essential departments could be a good fit for this degree program. CalSouthern offers flexible courses in a curriculum tailored to skills and training utilized in the education industry today. In addition, it was developed for working adults. Degree candidates can pursue this degree online, allowing the flexibility to study on their own schedules.
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Accreditation
California Southern University is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
CalSouthern’s Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, and Doctor of Business Administration degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
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CalSouthern cannot guarantee employment, salary, or career advancement. Not all programs are available to residents of all jurisdictions. CalSouthern does not accept applications from residents of Massachusetts, New York, and certain foreign countries.
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