Master the fundamentals of business, and explore the important trends and concepts that are driving today’s fast-paced economy with CU’s online bachelor’s in business administration.
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Program Details
Next Start Date: 10/14/2024
Course Length: 8 Weeks
Estimated Length: 4 Years
B.S. Business Administration Overview
The online Bachelor’s in Business Administration degree from Campbellsville University Online prepares you with the necessary knowledge and essential skills to become a business leader in tomorrow’s global economy. In addition, the BBA program’s faculty members incorporate their real-world experience into the curriculum. You’ll gain the managerial skills necessary to bear greater responsibility in your workplace and be better prepared for assuming leadership roles higher up the corporate ladder. Choose from eight emphases based on your business interests, including management, human resource management, healthcare management, accounting, marketing and more.
- Accounting: Learn business law and ethics, tax law and finance to help you become an accounting professional in a wide variety of industries
- Business information technology: Explore the dynamic field of information technology and develop the skills required to support businesses through leadership
- Cybersecurity and forensics: Learn to protect the data and integrity of computing resources belonging to or connecting to an organization’s network
- Healthcare management: Examine new reforms within the industry and the enormous medical services field
- Human resource management: Discover the proficiencies that are critical to effective personnel oversight
- Management: Learn how to lead others, assess management styles and set measurable goals to achieve critical business objectives
- Marketing: Gain an understanding of integrated marketing concepts, including understanding an audience and creating compelling messaging
- Supply chain management: Acquire the knowledge, tools and skills necessary to manage and control global supply chains
Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Our online bachelor’s degree in business administration is also fully accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
“The instructors of the courses I have taken have really exceeded my expectations. They are so helpful with anything I have needed. They show they care about me as a student and my success completing the courses.” – Julia Keeton, BSW
Course Map
The online BBA degree includes 120 credit hours total, with 33 credit hours from a chosen emphases. Macroeconomics and college algebra must be included in general education classes. Depending on the number of credits transferred, you can finish the degree in as little as two years.
The General Education component of undergraduate degrees provides the student with a basic understanding of a broad range of subjects. This supports the liberal arts emphasis of the University’s academic mission.
Your General Education component must include the following:
- ECO 221: Macroeconomics
- MTH 111: College Algebra
- CIS 100: Computer Concepts and Applications
- ACC 223: Principles of Accounting I
- ACC 224: Principles of Accounting II
- BIT 320: Microcomputer Applications
- BA 301: Marketing I
- BA 303: Business Law I
- BA 311: Principles of Management
- BA 360: Principles of MIS
- BA 324: Introduction to Finance
- BA 498: Business Capstone
- ECO 222: Microeconomics
- ECO 361: Social Statistics
- ACC 330: Accounting Information Systems
- ACC 351: Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC 354: Intermediate Accounting II
- ACC 362: Cost Accounting
- ACC 410: Federal Taxation I
- ACC 421: Auditing
- ACC 431: Advanced Accounting I
- BA 304: Business Law II
- BA 384: Business Ethics
- ECO 461: International Trade
- BIT 340: Business Communication
- ACC 442: Advanced Accounting II
- ACC 452: Federal Taxation II
Additional required courses:
- PHI 241: Introduction to Philosophy
- MAC 120: Fundamentals of Speech
- BIT 222: Business Presentation Application
- BIT 223: Database Application
- BIT 340: Business Communication
- BIT 344: Business Analytics
- CIS 315: Project Management
- CIS 365: E-Commerce
- BIT 400: Cyber Security
- BIT 405: Business Intelligence and Enterprise Applications
Choose at least 6 hours from the courses listed below:
- CIS 341: Networking
- CIS 372: Web Development
- BIT 385/485: Internship
- OR other 300-400 level BIT, CIS, or CS elective
- BIT 405: Business Intelligence and Entrepreneurship Applications
- CIS 160: Programming I
- CIS 161: Programming II
- CIS 341: Networking
- CIS 345: Computer Architecture of the OS
- CIS 400: Cybersecurity
- CIS 401: Ethical Hacking & Response
- CJ 101: Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
- CJ 215: Criminal Investigation
- CJ 330: Introduction to Forensics
- HLS 350: Critical Infrastructure Protection
- BA 300: Contemporary Healthcare Management
- BA 325: Legal & Ethical Environment of Healthcare Management
- BA 350: Health Policy and Politics
- BA 375: Health Economics
- BA 385/485: Healthcare Management Internship
- BA 400: Financial Management in Healthcare
- BA 425: Health Services Information Management
- BA 430: Long-Term Care in HCM
Choose any 6 hours from any upper-level courses in ACC/BA/BIT/CIS/ECO.
- BA 312: Organizational Behavior
- BA 314: Human Resource Management
- BA 316: Recruiting, Retention and Development
- BA 317: Compensation and Performance Management
- BA 318: Supervision: Concepts and Practices of Management
- BA 330: Coaching and Mentoring
- BA 384: Business Ethics
- BA 482: Conflict Resolution
- BA 495: HRM Seminar
- BIT 340: Business Communication
Choose one of the following:
- BA 313: Small Business Management
- BA 399: International Business
- ECO 342: Labor Problems
- BIT 340: Business Communication
- BA 302: Marketing II
- BA 304:Business Law II
- BA 312: Organizational Behavior
- BA 314: Human Resource Management
- BA 384:Business Ethics
- BA 422: Managerial Finance
- BA 482: Conflict Resolution
- BA 483: Operations Management
Choose two of the following:
- BA 313: Small Business Management
- BA 412: Risk Management and Insurance
- ECO 342: Labor Problems
- ECO 352: Money and Banking
- BA 399: International Business
- BA 302: Marketing II
- BA 304: Business Law II
- BA 310: Consumer Behavior
- BA 312: Organizational Behavior
- BA 315: Sales Management
- BA 384: Business Ethics
- BA 402: Promotion Management
- BA 484: Digital Marketing
- BIT 340: Business Communication
Choose two of the following:
- BA 314: Human Resource Management
- BA 422: Managerial Finance
- BA 399: International Business
- ECO 352: Money and Banking
- ECO 461: International Trade
- BA 480: Special Topics
- BA 302: Marketing II
- BA 304: Business Law II
- BA 321: Distribution Management
- BA 354: Global Supply Chain Management
- BA 362: Business Statistics
- BA 399: International Business
- BA 422: Managerial Finance
- BA 424: Supply Chain IT
- BA 482: Conflict Resolution
- ECO 461: International Trade
- BIT 340: Business Communication
- ECO 370: Managerial Economics
Emphasis areas vary in the number of credits. Therefore, the number of electives required will be the difference between General Education and Program Core hours, subtracted from 120.
Admissions Requirements
In order to apply to Campbellsville University’s accredited online bachelor’s in business administration, prospective students must submit or complete the following:
- Complete the online application
- Official college transcript and a complete record of all courses attempted from each college or university previously or currently attended
- If transferring less than 24 credit hours, submit official high school transcript.
Costs & Financial Aid
The online associate degree in business administration costs $424 per credit hour. In order to help students afford their education, Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options.
Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out what scholarships, grants, loans and payment plans are available for them. There are numerous options available, and not all financial aid is based on need.
A maximum of 72 credits can be transferred from a regionally accredited institution. Students wishing to transfer their credits from an associate degree can easily do so through Campbellsville University’s Transfer Scholarship.
Transfer Friendly: You can transfer up to 16 credits of law enforcement training from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice.
Campbellsville University is a military-friendly school and a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon program. Students who are currently serving at home or abroad or are veterans can further their education in a conducive online environment.
Careers in Business Administration
As a graduate of Campbellsville's online BBA degree, you can apply your knowledge to several careers. Some potential career outcomes include:
Why CU Online?
Focused on Your Growth
Your life experiences brought you here, and our programs are designed to help you go farther. Experience continued personal and professional growth with a well-rounded education from CU.
Faith-Based Education
Founded in 1906 as a Christian university, Campbellsville honors this legacy by cultivating a supportive and diverse online community that prepares students to become compassionate leaders.
Affordable and Convenient
CU seeks to provide an affordable and convenient education for its students. With the flexibility of online courses, you can finish your degree on your terms.
Accreditation
Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the status of Campbellsville University.
Benefits of Learning Online
Campbellsville University offers several dynamic online degrees so that students can continue their education and hone their skills. Campbellsville’s online campus has been recognized as one of the best by numerous outlets. The institution’s faculty members have real-world experience in their fields, so students can get a glimpse of working in their prospective career. Students can also conveniently fit online coursework into their busy schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? We’re here to help. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
- Yes, you can. CU honors your educational journey with a generous transfer credit policy that empowers you to make the most of your earned credits. Upon your admission to Campbellsville University, we'll complete a transfer credit evaluation to find out how many of your credits will apply toward your degree. For more information, visit our transfer students page.
- Yes. Your first step is to complete the FAFSA form, and then we will determine your eligibility for any financial aid. Visit our financial aid page to learn more about your options, which include scholarships and grants.
- You can apply to our 100% online degree programs through the online application form. Remember to submit official copies of your high school and/or college transcripts, along with any other required documentation that is specific to your degree program. You can visit the admissions process page to learn more about what to expect throughout the process.