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Bachelor's in Business Administration

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School of Business

573.875.7535

BA@CCIS.edu

Step into a dynamic world of innovative theories, practical applications, and limitless possibilities. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit and prepare you for the ever-evolving landscape of business.

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Why Study Business Administration?

Advance your knowledge of management, marketing, accounting, and finance with an innovative and engaging program. Our Business degree is the first step in making your mark on the business world.  

What You'll Learn 

Our industry-leading curriculum will equip you to take on any challenge. You’ll learn key aspects of business, including how to manage people and processes, reaching customers and applying key business strategies. With hands-on learning opportunities and expert faculty, you will gain real-world experience in how businesses operate in today’s cultural, economic and social environment.

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Program Details

A Bachelor’s degree prepares you for a rising career and for future graduate study by emphasizing clear communication, critical thinking, and a leading-edge understanding of your chosen field. View the core requirements and electives needed to earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Columbia College.

View Core Requirements for B.A.

View Core Requirements for B.S.

A Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science require slightly different coursework. A Bachelor of Arts allows you to take more classes in the humanities, specifically foreign language. A Bachelor of Science requires more courses specific to your major.

  • Accounting 
  • Entrepreneurship 
  • Finance 
  • Human resources 
  • Management 
  • Marketing

Pair your degree with a related minor or explore your other interests without taking on a full course load.

Careers & Outcomes 

Business administration remains one of the most popular degrees in the world, and with good reason. Graduates possess a wide range of skills, making them an asset to any company or organization. Work in banking and lending, insurance, manufacturing, retail, advertising and marketing or real estate. Those with bachelor's degrees in business administration may also work in fundraising, project management and non-profit leadership. 

According to the NCES, "in 2016–17, the greatest numbers of degrees were conferred in the fields of business" . Your degree will be grounded in a liberal arts education, giving you advanced communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

  • General management 
  • Business consulting 
  • Business operations 
  • Business event planning 
  • Business development 
  • Marketing

Where You Can Take Classes

At Columbia College, our flexible options make it easy to adapt to changing circumstances and pursue your education wherever life takes you. Many of our degrees are offered 100% online. If you prefer a traditional classroom experience, you can attend selected classes at our nationwide locations or at our main campus in Columbia, Missouri. Students at all locations will engage with multiple learning methods, including online and virtual while completing their degree.

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School of Business

573.875.7535

BA@CCIS.edu

Step into a dynamic world of innovative theories, practical applications, and limitless possibilities. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit and prepare you for the ever-evolving landscape of business.

Meet Your Faculty

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