Business Administration, BA/BS Degree

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Business Administration – Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science

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Business Administration, BA/BS

Offered as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Major

Concentrations:

Accounting (Public and Management) – Also Offered Online
Tourism Management
Management – Also Offered Online
Marketing

A degree in Business Administration develops you into an open-minded, responsible citizen with skills to carry you throughout your career. You can travel the world, start your own successful business, and inspire those around you. In this program, you will practice interpersonal skills, professional judgment, and time management in addition to mastering many tangible skills involving software programs, finance, marketing, and accounting, just to name a few. In short, the Business Administration degree teaches you to become a leader in any industry. Our graduates are enjoying very successful careers all around the Rogue Valley and the world. The program offers students the option to further develop their managerial skill sets and competencies in four option areas: Marketing, Management, Hospitality & Tourism Management, and Accounting. The Accounting option offers two tracks – Management Accounting and Public Accounting. The latter is intended for students planning to take the CPA examination.

So, what makes us different than all the other universities out there? We pride ourselves on five basic strengths:

Small class sizes. The average class size in the School of Business is 26. This means you get to know your professors, and they get to know you. When it comes time to graduate, professors can be a huge support in the way of providing leads to job opportunities, writing letters of recommendation, and helping you network in a professional community. You won’t find that at a large school. You also build lifelong friendships with your classmates. You aren’t stuck in a class where no one knows you.
Community involvement. When you’re a senior, you are required to participate in a community learning activity: an internship or business research project. We realize that one of the keys to a great experience is putting your education into action. An internship allows you to gain practical experience that can lead to a full-time job after graduation. The business research project allows you to work with a real organization on a real problem. Both opportunities get you out into the community and network with other business professionals.
Experienced faculty. Most of our professors have extensive business experience. That means they aren’t just teaching from a textbook. They can provide real-world examples to demonstrate course concepts.
International exchange. There are many opportunities for you to study abroad, periods ranging from three weeks to a full academic year. International exchange helps you see there are multiple ways of viewing the world. By studying with people from other cultures, you can learn new ways of solving problems and communicating.
Degree supplementation. Every business student is required to complete a minor outside the School of Business, an interdisciplinary certificate, or a study abroad program for one year. Earning a certificate or minor will allow you to develop knowledge and skills in another area that may jump-start your career and open even more doors of opportunity.

The School of Business is ACBSP accredited, a national accreditation for business programs. Southern Oregon University is rated #25 by US News and World Report for Top Public Schools and #20 on Get Educated’s list of Best Buys.

Stand out from the crowd with a degree in Business at Southern Oregon University.

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Degree Fit

Program Preparation

The perfect candidates are students with drive and desire to develop business knowledge. Students prepared to develop critical thinking skills, analytical skills, mindful innovative thought and ethical environmental awareness are ideal for the SOU Business Administration Program.

Degree Roadmap

Business students working toward a BA/BS degree are instructed in the foundations of Business Administration. Students are thoroughly prepared for business, including real world experiences, an interactive class environment, one-on-one comprehensive professional instruction and supple guidance.

Capstone

The Capstone project applies the skills and knowledge gained during the student’s School of Business experience, culminating in a comprehensive business plan. The project is designed collaboratively by the student and the capstone instructor. Overall business knowledge is tested and utilized during the capstone project.