Business Administration - General Emphasis, B.A.

Program Director: Sharon L. Starcher, DBA

Overview

The business administration major prepares students for careers in accounting, business, administration and nonprofit and church-related agencies. Students complete a set of foundational and advanced courses and an emphasis in a specific area - accounting, finance, software development, marketing or management.

In preparing students for a career, the major integrates theory and practice, instills an understanding of the relationship between business administration and Christian faith, and encourages a commitment to ethical behavior and service. It does so in the context of a liberal arts education.

Students interested in majoring in business administration should complete their prerequisites and foundational courses during their freshmen and sophomore years. An emphasis should be selected in consultation with the major advisor. Upon completion of the major, students will be prepared to seek employment or pursue advanced study in the field.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will understand the complexity, interdependency and interpretation of business strategy in a quantitative/qualitative manner.
2. Students will develop effective written and oral communication skills in the business field.
3. Students will develop problem solving skills, and effective analytical and imaginative critical-thinking.
4. Students will understand the moral and ethical responsibility of strategic decisions.
5. Students will develop a strategic plan for a chosen company utilizing and applying the analytical tools of this class.
6. Students will develop and demonstrate appropriate uses of technological modalities in making effective strategic decision-making.

Locations Offered

Main Campus Fresno

Degree Pathway

Business Administration - General, B.A. Four Year Pathway