Programs of Study

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program prepares students for career opportunities and advancement in business and industry. The curriculum, which leads to a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, emphasizes critical learning outcomes required by students to succeed in the business environment of the 21st century. Students will learn and apply these specific skills in the core courses, refine and practice them in their specific concentration, and use and demonstrate competency of the learning outcomes in additional coursework as they fine-tune skills for their professional careers. Successful completion of BScBA requirements ensures that graduates comprehend the relationships among marketing, quantitative theory, accountancy, economic principles and financial, human and organizational management. The BScBA offers students an opportunity to specialize in designated fields by pursuing concentrations or to choose an individualized set of general BScBA electives.

Structure/Curriculum

The BScBA program is designed to give students a strong foundation in business fundamentals. Each course builds the students business and practical knowledge while providing the leadership skills and groundwork necessary to become effective leaders and managers. The BScBA prepares students to be effective leaders by emphasizing conceptual, analytical, technical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Each BScBA course is built on a forward-looking curriculum reflecting the ever-changing needs of today’s organizations. Students can expect to discuss current issues, learn from past case studies, forecast future trends, and participate in group discussions.

Degree Requirements

All students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BScBA) degree must complete the following requirements:

Program’s Objectives

The attainment of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSc BA) degree is a milestone for students who want to pursue career opportunities within the business environment. The curriculum, which leads to a BSc BA, supports the achievement of critical learning outcomes, necessary for the advancement of students in the dynamic environment in which organizations and institutions operate.

The BSc BA program is designed to introduce students to the world of businesses and comprehend the theoretical background that guides strategic organizational decisions. At the same time, it provides an opportunity to practice theory and concepts using real-life cases and examples. This blend of theory and practice provides students with a basis for the apprehension of knowledge and skills that determine the work performed in today’s businesses. Moreover, the successful completion of the program’s requirements ensures that students understand the relationships among different disciplines such as marketing, accounting, economics, finance, human resource management and operational management.

The Program’s purpose is for students to be able to:

• Demonstrate complex problem-solving skills, supported by appropriate analytical and quantitative techniques to improve organizational performance.
• Integrate practical knowledge in support of decision making.
• Manage projects in an effective manner.
• Apply frameworks in ethical analysis and decision making and fulfill their responsibilities as business leaders.
• Demonstrate a global and multicultural perspective in management.
• Demonstrate key attributes associated with professional conduct.

These aims are achieved by focusing on the attainment of specific sets of objectives, that involve:

• The use of analytical techniques to identify complex business problems, generation, and comparison of alternatives for the development of possible solutions.
• The implementation of research skills and tools (information technology and/or quantitative analysis) for problem-solving.
• The integration of knowledge in applied settings (e.g., case analysis, group projects).
• The application of the value creation concept in organizational settings.
• The demonstration of an appropriate level of proficiency and self‐confidence necessary to be a team or project leader.
• The definition of key components of the business operating environment(s) and how these components impact organizational performance and decisions.
• The apprehension of the relationship between strategic issues and decision criteria, and how this can change based on cultural perspectives and location.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program graduates shall have:

• A comprehensive knowledge of the functional areas; as well as the ability to apply this knowledge to real work problems.
• The ability to think laterally, critically, innovatively, creatively, and to make connections among diverse fields of study.
• A global perspective based on an understanding of the internal, external, and global environments of the organizations.
• A good understanding of the ethical and environmental ramifications of corporate decisions.
• The ability to lead and to interact effectively in group situations.
• The ability to manage in culturally diverse environments.
• Acquired analytical and research skills to deal with challenging and complex business problems.
• The ability to expand their knowledge and skills individually and within groups, while working in highly competitive environment.