What’s a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or BSBA Degree?

If you're looking for a competitive edge to help set you apart as a top business professional, consider the advantages of earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree. No matter which industry you may choose, having a BSBA degree can open countless doors and provide you with opportunities to launch an exciting career in a diverse range of fields, such as:¹

• Accounting
• Administration
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Human resources
• Information systems
• Management
• Marketing
• Operations
• Project management
• Supply chain

Keep reading to learn more about the excellent benefits of earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or BSBA degree, what you can expect from a top-ranking BSBA degree program and the top career paths available to people with BSBA degrees.

Understanding what a BSBA degree is starts with recognizing that BSBA is an abbreviation for Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Business administration is also commonly called business management. Students earning a BSBA degree learn fundamental business principles, ethical business practices and decision-making, managerial and interpersonal skills, communications and other aspects of business leadership. Business mathematics, such as macro and microeconomics, accounting and finance, are key strengths developed in a BSBA degree program, as well.²

A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program will help build your critical thinking and problem-solving skills by focusing on real-world business scenarios while learning how businesses function. Together with a diverse and flexible curriculum preparing you for a wide variety of fields, networking opportunities and internships as a BSBA student are additional advantages that will help boost your business skills and jumpstart your career as a leading business professional.²

As a student entering a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or BSBA program, you can expect introductory-level courses at the start. Coursework will include such subjects as accounting, business communication, economics, entrepreneurship, management and organization, marketing and statistics. As you proceed through your BSBA program, you can expect coursework more closely aligned with your chosen concentration and interests.²

Finding the BSBA program that best meets your needs will depend on many personal factors. There are, however, some very important elements to keep in mind when researching BSBA programs. You'll want to consider such features as accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), program flexibility, tuition affordability, career support, and post-graduation job placement.

With a top-ranked program from the Chico State College of Business, for example, you'll benefit from all of these important features. Chico State's Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree is ranked in the top 25 for Social Mobility among universities in the West by US News & World Report.³ Also, CollegeNet ranks Chico State in the top 30 for Most Transformative Colleges in the United States.⁴

Chico State's College of Business has earned AACSB accreditation. This prestigious honor is awarded to only about 15% of business schools around the world.⁵ With AACSB accreditation, you're assured that your BSBA program will provide a top-notch education and set you up for long-term career success. And, with a program designed and priced to move you up without setting you back, Chico State offers affordability that keeps you on solid financial ground as you climb the corporate ladder.

You'll also want a BSBA program with flexibility to meet your personal needs and schedules. CSU's Online BSBA program allows you to transfer in up to 70 units, with a total of 120 units required for graduation. You can complete your BSBA degree in as few as 19 months, with both fall and spring opportunities to start your program.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, you'll want assurances that the BSBA program you choose will ultimately lead to a career you'll love. At Chico State, your career advancement is the highest priority for dedicated faculty and tutors, as well as academic and career advisors. Students earning our Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration have complete access to Chico State's career services and staff. You'll find all the help you need at CSU's full-service Career Center and on Handshake, an online employment and networking platform for connecting you with employers across the country.

Graduating with a BSBA degree qualifies you for a wide range of career paths. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top occupation groups for the majority of workers with a business degree include:⁶

• Management occupations: 25%
• Business and financial operations occupations: 22%
• Sales and related occupations: 13%
• Office and administrative support occupations: 10%
• Computer and mathematical occupations: 5%

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Chico State's College of Business join a network of alumni with great positions at the following leading companies:¹

• Amazon
• Cintas
• Citibank
• Deloitte Consulting
• E&J Gallo Winery
• Google
• Hitachi
• IBM
• KPMG
• LinkedIn
• Lockheed Martin
• Nike
• Patagonia
• Salesforce
• Spotify
• Tesla
• Twitter
• Verizon
• Visa

Some of the many job titles you will qualify for as a BSBA degree holder include:^{6, 7}

• Account executive
• Accountant
• Advertising executive
• Associate analyst
• Auditor
• Business developer
• Chief executive
• Entertainment manager
• Entrepreneur
• Financial advisor
• Financial manager
• General manager
• Human resources manager
• Human resources specialist
• Marketing manager
• Operations manager
• Personal services manager
• Recreation manager
• Sales executive
• Sales manager

The Chico State Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program will empower you with top-notch skills, expertise and a wealth of opportunities. We're equally dedicated to your academic achievements and post-graduate professional success.

Build on your past credits and experiences while developing your leading-edge business skills and expertise in the Online BSBA program at Chico State. The personal touch that defines our highly respected College of Business is waiting for you. We'll help you launch your dream career as a world-class business professional. For more information, schedule an appointment with an Admissions Advisor today.