The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program combines a liberal arts education with strong professional training in business. The course of study equips students to solve business problems through the application of the basic tools in accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing and quantitative methods. Students learn to communicate in an understandable and effective manner both orally and in writing. Graduates also develop an awareness of the operation of the institutions of the American economy and how these institutions compare and interact with those of other countries. Additionally, students gain an understanding of the contemporary ethical issues confronting the business sector. They are also exposed to the latest technologies being used by businesses. Students have the option to choose one or more emphases in business economics, entrepreneurship, finance, management, marketing, international business and real estate.
Program Learning Outcomes and Educational Effectiveness Evaluation Plans for B.S. in Business Administration.
Students pursuing the B.S. in Business Administration are required to:
- Attain at least a 2.500 grade point average in MATH 109 , ECON 200 , ECON 201 and ACTG 210 before enrolling in upper-division courses.
- Maintain at least a 2.000 grade point average in the major.
- Receive at least a “C-” in each lower-division and upper-division core course, courses counted towards an emphasis and BUS 475 , the capstone course.
- Complete all courses in the major for a letter grade.
- Complete a minimum of 27 credit hours of the requirements at Chapman University.
- Complete 33-36 credits from upper division courses in the major.
- Complete the capstone requirement BUS 475 .