Online Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Gain Marketable Leadership Skills by Earning an Online Business Administration Degree

Supervisory skills and management techniques are at the core of the solid business education that Southern New Hampshire University's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program delivers. With a focus on developing management professionals who can apply proven leadership skills in a variety of career roles, the online business administration degree offers real-world learning opportunities like case studies, business simulations, field experiences and organizational consultancy projects.

Why earn a business administration degree at SNHU?

  • Median annual salary of $66,530 for business occupations*
  • 10% projected growth in business occupations through 2026*
  • Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
  • Covers all foundation courses to enter our MBA programs upon completion
  • Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree

You can choose the bachelor's degree in business administration alone or elect one of over a dozen concentrations.

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Concentrations
Business Administration (BS) - Accounting
Business Administration (BS) - Entrepreneurship
Business Administration (BS) - Finance
Business Administration (BS) - Healthcare Administration
Business Administration (BS) - Human Resources Management
Business Administration (BS) - Industrial Organizational Psychology
Business Administration (BS) - International Business
Business Administration (BS) - Management Information Systems
Business Administration (BS) - Marketing
Business Administration (BS) - Nonprofit Management
Business Administration (BS) - Organizational Leadership
Business Administration (BS) - Project Management
Business Administration (BS) - Public Administration
Business Administration (BS) - Sport Management

See Yourself Succeed in Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program was developed in cooperation with business professionals to provide the expertise you need to succeed in today's workplace. Whatever your work experience, age or education level, an online business degree can help get you where you want to go. The program combines business management courses and a broad business education in areas such as accounting, human resources and marketing.

Southern New Hampshire University, founded in 1932, has a more than 85-year history of graduating successful business professionals. As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your online business administration degree at SNHU include:

  • Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation 
  • Convenience. Access your coursework when and where you want – our online classroom is available 24/7
  • Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms throughout the academic year
  • Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience 
  • Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities 
  • Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we'll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there's no application fee 
  • Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
  • Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree

Career Outlook

The bachelor's in business administration program prepares graduates for a wide range of career options. There's a tremendous need in the marketplace for professionals who know how to manage the resources of an organization or business in an effective manner.

When you complete this bachelor's degree, you'll have earned vital competencies that can be applied to your personal and professional life, including communications and critical thinking skills as well as economics, finance and organizational leadership. You'll also gain a solid foundation in the principles of information technology, analytical skills, legal and ethical issues, behavioral dynamics and quantitative analysis.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for all business and financial occupations is expected to grow 10% through 2026.* Trained leaders, such as those who have graduated with a bachelor's in business administration, should see steady demand for their business management skills.

Curriculum

The curriculum for our online business degrees prepares SNHU graduates for the workforce - as do our career services, learning resources and support services. SNHU's programs offer a variety of courses that provide you with a well-rounded foundation, in some cases featuring experiential learning opportunities like simulations and internships.

Choose to complete the general BS in Business Administration to gain a broad understanding of business and management principles, or opt for a concentration to specialize your skill set. Students unsure about a concentration area may choose to add one after enrollment.

Courses To Prepare You For Your Career

SNHU's bachelor's in business administration program includes:

  • General education
  • Business core
  • Degree-specific courses

General Education Program

Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:

  • Writing
  • Communication
  • Analysis
  • Problem solving

All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.

Business Core Program

Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.

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BS in Business Administration

Courses May Include
ACC 201 Financial Accounting

Financial Accounting establishes the rules and regulations for preparing accounting information used by internal and external sources to evaluate the financial health of an organization. This course will develop the student's ability to interpret financial accounting information, to communicate this information and to understand the accounting system that produces this information.
ACC 202 Managerial Accounting

Managerial Accounting will explore the financial impact of alternative business decisions and the financial benefits of new business practices. After completing this course, the student will understand how accounting and other productivity information can be used to assess the past and improve the future performance of a business by giving managers essential information they need to make more informed decisions.
FIN 320 Principles of Finance

This course is designed to survey the corporate finance discipline, examine the financial management of corporations and help students develop the skills needed to make decisions about financing, investments and dividends. Students also will be introduced to money, capital markets and institutions.
MKT 113 Introduction to Marketing

This course examines the organization's functions for creating, communicating, and delivering value to customers. These functions, designed to meet customers' needs and organizational goals, include marketing research, environmental monitoring, target market selection, product selection, promotion, distribution and pricing.
OL 215 Principles of Management

This course is designed to examine the fundamentals and principles of management in order to develop an understanding of management in any formal organization. Special attention is paid to planning and decision-making. International management is also covered. Writing Intensive Course.

Total Credits: 120

Program Outcomes

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates for SNHU's online degree programs are among the lowest in the nation. We offer financial aid packages to those who qualify, plus a 30% tuition discount for U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty.

Online Undergraduate Programs Per Course* Per Credit Hour*
Degree/Certificates $960 $320
Degree/Certificates
(U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty) 		$675 $225

*Tuition Rates are subject to change and are reviewed annually.

Additional Costs
No Application Fee, $150 Graduation Fee, Course Materials ($ varies by course)

University Accreditation

Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education as well as several other accrediting bodies. More...

This program is accredited by ACBSP. Consumer information is available on the College Navigator.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/home.htm (viewed online April 4, 2018). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.