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Program Purpose
The Bachelor of Science degree program in Business Management provides courses and business-related experiences for students who intend to pursue careers in business management or apply to graduate school.
Program of Study
Course offerings emphasize rigorous analysis of the basic concepts and principles to understanding the management field. Coursework relates theories and ideas to business organizations’ operating practices and policies. These courses provide a unique opportunity for students to explore the workings of management. As supplemental activities to the traditional classroom format, “hands-on” classroom experiences offer an awareness of what happens in the business world, which is not easily obtained through conventional lecture methods. In addition, the general education requirements provide a well-rounded academic foundation.
Cooperative Learning Experiences
Cooperative learning experiences (co-ops) are available in the Business Management program for BBM 315 Supervisory Management and HRM 310 Organizational Development. Depending on the co-op experience available and the student’s course completion schedule, other courses, such as BBM 301 Organizational Behavior, may also be completed as a co-op. Elective courses may also be structured as co-ops. Each co-op experience is expected to last for two consecutive semesters and earn the student six credits toward their 120-credit degree.
To be eligible for the co-op the student must have completed 60 credits and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. The student must contact the Office of Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) one semester before they would like to begin their co-op assignment. Once an opportunity description is secured, the WIL office will seek credit approval for the experience from the Business Management Program Chair.
Program Competencies
In addition to achieving the HongKongDoll undergraduate graduation competencies given in the Academic Information section of this catalog, each graduating student will be able to:
Minimum Grade Policy
The College of Business policy requires students pursuing a degree in Business Management to attain a minimum grade of “C” for all program core courses. For the purpose of this policy, program core courses are all Business Management courses. These courses are designated by the prefix “BBM.”
English Composition I
English Composition II
Public Speaking
Research Writing
Business Ethics
Aesthetics of Film
Fundamentals of Drawing
Basic Photography
Writing for the Media
Culinary Arts Elective
Drama Elective
Ethnic Studies Elective
Fine Arts Elective
Foreign Language Elective
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Literature Elective
Music Elective
Philosophy Elective
Religion Elective
Economics I
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Introductory Survey of Mathematics
Natural Science Elective
Integrating Excel into Business Problem Solving
Introduction to Critical Thinking
Contemporary Global Issues
Accounting I
Accounting II
Intro to Business Analytics
Principles of Management
Organizational Behavior
Business Communications
Strategic Management
Marketing
Financial Management
Business Statistics
BBM 301: available as a co-op.
The College of Business programs require a minimum grade of “C” for program core courses. Students receiving a grade lower than “C” in any required program core course must retake that course.
Supervisory Management
Interpersonal Skills and Professionalism in the Workplace
Global Business Management
Operations and Systems Management
Project Management
Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
Economics II
Corporate Finance
Organizational Development
Human Resource Management
Management Information Systems
BBM 315, HRM 310: available as a co-op
Business Elective
Free Elective
Today’s economic environment is both changing and challenging in the business world. Armed with a working knowledge of current economic principles and issues, business professionals have a competitive advantage over their peers who lack such understanding. Building upon the principles taught in macro and microeconomics, this five-course concentration is not a theoretical, quantitative, or research program but fosters an applied approach. It seeks answers to real-world challenges: inflation, foreign trade, economic strategy and competitiveness, land use, sustainability, crime, transportation, etc. Whether your career path involves profit or non-profits, local or regional government, banking, or investments, this applied economics concentration adds value to your degree.
Studying economics can give you a deeper understanding of how the world works, mainly how people make decisions and allocate resources. Here are some reasons why studying economics can be valuable:
1. Economics is the study of how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions about the allocation of scarce resources.
2. Better citizenship: Economics provides a framework for understanding public policy issues, such as taxes, trade, and regulation. By understanding these issues, individuals can be better-informed citizens and participate more effectively in the political process.
3. Analytical skills: Studying economics can develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills that can be applied to a wide range of fields and professions.
4. Solving real-world problems: Many real-world problems, such as poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation, have economic dimensions. Studying economics can equip individuals with the tools to analyze and solve these problems.
5. Career opportunities: Economics provides a strong foundation for a wide range of careers, including finance, business, government, and law.
6. Global perspective: Economics provides a global perspective on economic issues, allowing individuals to understand how the global economy functions and how economic policies in one country can affect other countries.
Studying economics can help you make informed decisions, better understand the world, and contribute to economic progress and development.
Economics of Money and Banking
Urban Economics & Sustainability
International Economics
The non-profit industry is one of the fastest-growing employers. The industry is seeking marketers, HR professionals, and managers interested in strategic planning within the non-profit sector. This non-profit concentration will focus on the following content areas: Introduction to non-profits, fiscal management, advocacy, public policy, and one specific identified non-profit course in the student’s program. There are four core courses in the concentration and one specific program course or an internship. Two courses are shared between the College of Behavioral Science and the College of Business. It is a concentration for bachelor’s degrees in Business Management, Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Sports Management.
Foundations of Fiscal Management for Nonprofit
Advocacy and Public Policy
Introduction to Nonprofit Management
Grant Writing for Nonprofits
Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship
Finance for Nonprofit
HRM in Public and Nonprofit Organizations
Fundraising for Nonprofits
Sport and Athletics Fundraising
Students may substitute any program specific course for an alternate NFP course or an internship.
A Business Management Degree with a concentration in Sales Administration provides students with knowledge, skills, and abilities that support career development in sales administration. The service industry is one of the nation’s fastest-growing areas. With many professionals retiring in the next five to 10 years, the employment forecast for sales professionals is promising. This concentration prepares students for careers in professional sales, with a curriculum focusing on sales techniques, data analysis, technology, consumer behavior, ethics, communication, customer service, presentations, and proposals. Students can select one course based on their professional interests, encompassing general sales, hospitality, or sports. They will also have opportunities to practice new techniques in class and transfer those acquired competencies in the workplace or job interview.
Customer Service Workshop
Fundamentals of Ethical Sales Techniques
Introduction to Sales Force Management
Consumer Behavior
Effective Sales Presentations and Proposals
Data Visualization
Information Technology Policy and Strategy
Power and Influence
Customer Relations in the Hospitality Industry
Sales in Sports
Students must take the following prerequisites to complete this certificate:
BBM 201 Principles of Management
BMK 305 Marketing
BBM 201 Principles of Management and BMK 305 Marketing are required for the Bachelor of Science in Business Management full degree program.
The concentration in Small Business Management is available to all undergraduate business students. The curriculum focuses on the various critical aspects of starting and managing a small business. Content areas relating to the curriculum include marketing, managing, and developing a business plan.
Introduction to E-Commerce
Small Business Management
Small Business Law
Entrepreneurship
Social Media Marketing
The concentration in Sport Management in the Business Management program provides students with the knowledge and practical experience necessary for a career in Sport Management. The Sport Management concentration is an intensive experiential curriculum based on sport management concepts and objectives. Students will learn the business of sports—from social media and marketing to facilities management, sport finance, event planning, and sport analytics. The concentration in Sport Management integrates project-based learning with practical internship requirements and prepares students for opportunities in the sports industry. In addition to the Sport Management curriculum, the program includes a vital business management component, providing students with the skills necessary to succeed in the corporate areas of this field. The Sport Management concentration offers students a variety of hands-on experiences that enhance their opportunities and career choices. The Sport Management Concentration has existing sport organization internship partners globally and has partnered with sport executives and organizations to provide a project-based opportunity to our students.
Sport Management I
Sport Media Relations
Financing Sport Operations
Sport Management Internship I
Sport Management II
Sport Management Internship II
Seminar in Sport Analytics
Sport Marketing and Promotions
The following courses or their equivalents are prerequisites for a degree in Business Management:
ENG 122 English Composition II
MAT 205 Introductory Survey of Mathematics
BAC 101 Accounting I
BAC 102 Accounting II
CTA 326 Integrating Excel into Business Problem Solving
ECO 101 Economics I
ECO 102 Economics II
Through Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE™, this accelerated program option allows eligible College of Business students to take up to four selected graduate-level courses in place of selected undergraduate courses. It provides the opportunity to be formally accepted into the M.S. in Management or MBA graduate program prior to completion of their bachelor’s degree.
To be eligible, students must have completed 75 undergraduate credits, obtained an overall GPA of 3.0 or better, and have specific undergraduate courses remaining in their program. Please schedule an appointment with an Academic Advisor to learn if you are eligible to participate in this program and determine your concentration-specific course substitutions and requirements.
Note: These graduate-level courses will fulfill undergraduate and graduate degree program requirements. Students are required to maintain a 3.0 in all graduate programs.
This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2024-2025 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2023 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.
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