Learn Key Skills to Influence Business Decision-Making
Take the first step toward advancing your education with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from DeVry University. This hybrid or online business administration degree program demonstrates how different parts of a business work together to create real-world impact and is designed to give you a solid foundation in core business concepts from the beginning of your education journey. Our program offers hands-on experience with business skills and practices used in today’s global marketplace. Courses address technology applications, effective communication, market influences, management principles and more.
Get to Know Our Bachelor's in Business Administration
When you partner with DeVry to earn your Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, you’ll study core concepts used by Fortune 500 companies, taught by our faculty of knowledgeable professors. This includes experiential projects in accounting, marketing, project management, human resources and more. Plus, to help you prepare for the interconnected workplaces and business markets of tomorrow, your general studies may include communications, humanities, mathematics and social sciences.
- Join a growing field: Career opportunities, on a national level, in business and financial operations are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, with about 476,200 new jobs through 2029.1
- Feel confident: DeVry’s Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree has achieved voluntary accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP, www.acbsp.org), demonstrating that it meets standards of business education that promote teaching excellence.
- Learn from experienced professors: DeVry’s faculty teach real-world skills and experiences in business that are applicable to today’s workplace.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
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Business Administration Specializations
Customize your Bachelor’s in Business Administration based on your goals with one of 11 specializations. You can pick one right away or wait until you're more familiar with the space.2
Available business administration degree specializations include:
What You'll Learn
DeVry’s Bachelor’s in Business Administration degree program covers concepts related to general business principles, including accounting, marketing, management and the analytic skills that inform business decision-making.
Learn to analyze business opportunities and risks, work with databases to examine statistical and financial data, and produce financial statements using GAAP guidelines. Apply marketing strategies for products and services, and leverage technology to develop solutions for daily operations.
Specifically, the Bachelor's in Business Administration covers the following:
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Critical Thinking
Learn how to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. -
Mathematical Reasoning
Use mathematical formulas to solve problems or project outcomes. -
Judgment and Decision Making
Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to make the most appropriate choice. -
Administration and Management
Understand the fundamental management theories that drive organizations and programs forward. Develop skills in leadership, planning, project management, and resource management.
Accreditation Matters
Certain programs are accredited* by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) www.acbsp.org.
ACBSP is a global business education accrediting body that is based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. It evaluates aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support to assess whether a business program offers a rigorous educational experience and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Accreditation provides assurance to the public and to prospective students that standards of quality have been met.
Career Opportunities
With business and financial operations career opportunities, on a national level, projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 20291. Graduates of DeVry’s Bachelor’s in Business Administration may explore careers such as:
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General and Operations Manager
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Sales Manager
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Administrative Services Manager
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Industrial Production Management
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Construction Manager
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Social and Community Service Manager
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Cost Estimator
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Management Analyst
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Financial Analyst
Learn more about Business Careers
Bachelor’s in Business Administration Courses
DeVry University's Business Administration degree program can help you develop a strong foundation in core business concepts. Our on campus and online Business Administration degree program is designed to produce graduates who are able to communicate effectively, develop leadership and decision-making skills, demonstrate teamwork with diverse populations, and use real-world applications to solve business problems. The following represents the core and general degree coursework our business administration students will experience.
Core Degree Courses
Business Core3
| ACCT212 | Financial Accounting |
| BIS155 | Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab |
| BUSN115 | Introduction to Business and Technology |
| BUSN319 | Marketing |
| COMP100 | Computer Applications for Business with Lab |
| MGMT303 | Principles of Management |
Finance and Management
| ACCT346 | Managerial Accounting |
| BIS245 | Database Essentials for Business with Lab |
| BUSN379 | Finance |
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
Senior Project
| BUSN460 | Senior Project |
Electives
| CIS115 | Logic and Design |
| MGMT408 | Management of Technology Resources |
| SEC310 | Principles and Theory of Security Management |
General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL1124 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
| ENGL216 | Technical Writing |
One of:
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
| SPCH276 | Intercultural Communication |
Humanities5
| LAS432 | Technology, Society, and Culture |
One of:
| ETHC334 | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace |
| ETHC445 | Principles of Ethics |
One of:
| HUMN303 | Introduction to the Humanities |
| HUMN304 | Multi-Ethnic Humanities |
Social Sciences
| LAWS3107 | The Legal Environment |
| SOCS185 | Culture and Society |
One of:
| SOCS325 | Environmental Sociology |
| SOCS350 | Cultural Diversity in the Professions |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| SCI2288 | Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
How to Earn Your Business Administration Degree Online
Follow these steps to pursue your online business administration degree:
- Request information. You’ll then be contacted by an admissions representative so we can get to know you and your education goals.
- Submit your application and complete the admissions process. We’ll help you evaluate your transfer credits and develop a financing plan.
- Create your schedule. At DeVry, classes start every eight weeks, which means you can start classes when it works best for you.
- Complete your online classes. You’ll access each course through our convenient online platform. There, you’ll engage with lectures, take part in discussions and complete assignments.
Skills You Can Gain in the Business Administration Degree Program
At DeVry, the core courses in your business administration degree program will help teach you foundational business skills. These can include:
- Accounting: Learn to analyze financial statements and accounting information to make decisions.
- Business Strategy: Prepare to navigate the modern global world of business by reviewing relevant case studies. Develop skills for critical thinking, decision-making and leadership.
- Economics: Prepare for the real world of economics by learning about strategic planning, management and analytics.
- Finance: Learn the basics of corporate finance and use software to analyze and solve real-world business concerns.
- Leadership and Teamwork: Develop leadership and teamwork skills as you practice business decision-making, critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Management: Develop your managerial skills and learn the basics of managerial theories and responsibilities. Explore the crucial areas of human resources, planning, organizing, business communication and directing.
- Marketing: Expand your marketing skillset and keep up with the latest trends by studying subjects like forecasting and selling as well as how marketing and operations intersect.
- Statistics: Learn research and evaluation techniques to help you analyze data and make informed decisions.
How to Choose a Bachelor’s in Business Administration Degree Program
When choosing a Bachelor’s of Business Administration program, consider the following factors.
Accreditation
Is the school accredited? Accreditation shows that the institution has met strict quality standards. For instance, DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org.
In addition, specialized accreditation is granted to schools that meet high standards in business education. Some of DeVry’s programs (including our Bachelor’s in Business Administration) have received additional accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Affordability
Your education must fit your budget. Work with your school to determine costs and what financial assistance is available to you. Financial aid teams can help evaluate your eligibility for student loans, scholarships and grants.
Benefits of a Business Administration Degree
As with any industry, the benefits of a business administration degree will vary depending on your individual skillset, professional background and personal goals. Here are some of the potential benefits of working in business administration:
- Opportunities are on the rise – The Bureau of Labor Statistics, projects 476,200 new jobs in the areas of business and financial operations between 2019 and 2029.1
- Work in a variety of industries – Effective business skills are needed for a variety of roles in nearly all organizations and industries.
- Hone your leadership skills – Understanding how businesses operate and various functions intersect can help prepare you to work within or lead cross-functional teams.
- Gain well-rounded knowledge – Business professionals often maintain a well-rounded knowledge base in many areas of business from accounting and finance to project management and technology trends.
- Pave your own path – With so many potential paths you can take, a business administration degree can help you carve out a future that aligns with your individual goals.
FAQs: Business Administration
What is the difference between a Business Management degree and a Business Administration degree?
While both degrees offer core courses in topics ranging from economics to finance to marketing, their overall focuses are different. Business management emphasizes management, planning and organizing while business administration allows you to specialize in an area of day-to-day business operation.
Business management concentrates on organizational operations and processes. It focuses on how to oversee a business department's day-to-day operations. That means you’ll learn skills like how to market a business, manage staff and processes and develop growth strategies.
Business administration emphasizes the responsibilities of specific roles within an organization. It helps you prepare to pursue a career in a particular department in business—such as accounting, marketing or economics.
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