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Online Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration

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33
Total Courses
$371
Cost per Credit
3.5 years
Average Completion*
15–18 Hours/Week
Effort Per Course

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration Overview

The U.S. expects to add 715,100 new business jobs from 2021 to 2031. Come back stronger, ready to meet the demand with a degree that employers will respect.

  • Develop the communication, technical, management, and critical-thinking skills to become an effective business leader.
  • Focus your degree plan with an optional concentration in one of 17 areas:
    • Aviation management
    • Business development
    • Construction management
    • Digital and social media management
    • Financial analysis
    • FinTech
    • Global marketing management
    • Hospitality sustainability
    • Human resources
    • Information systems management
    • Management
    • Procurement
    • Project management
    • Real estate
    • Sport entertainment management
    • Supply chain management and logistics
    • Wealth management and financial planning

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Purdue Global’s business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

The human resources concentration aligns with the Society for Human Resource Management's HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.

Military Transfer Credit

Servicemembers and veterans, get the recognition you deserve and earn your degree faster with our PME2Degree® program. Use our Military Transfer Credit Estimator to see how much of your occupational and military training counts as college credit.

Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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BS in Business Administration '24

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What Courses Will I Take?

Coursework helps you develop communication and critical-thinking skills as well as technical competencies to become an effective business leader.

The curriculum is reviewed and revised continually by our dedicated curriculum department and advisory board to ensure it reflects the most recent developments in the field of business.

Sample Courses

  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Business Law
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Operations Management
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Program Requirements

9
Core Courses
15
Major Courses
9
Elective Courses
33
Total Courses
180
Total Quarter Credits

1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours

3-Week Trial

Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.

There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.

Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.

Admissions Requirements

You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.

Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.

Upcoming Start Dates

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

Bachelor's in Business Administration Concentrations

Concentrations allow you to personalize your education by focusing your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path. Choose from 17 business concentration areas:

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Get a Head Start on Your Master's Degree

Complete your master’s degree sooner with a graduate program pathway. It weaves graduate-level courses into your bachelor’s program, giving you a jump on your master’s degree requirements. You’ll save on time and tuition compared with finishing both programs separately.

Plus, your degrees don’t have to be in the same fields. You can customize your academic journey to support your career goals and interests. To learn more, view the University Catalog or connect with an Advisor.

Accelerate Your Career with ExcelTrack®

Forget what you know about earning a degree. ExcelTrack® is personalized learning that gives you more control over your education, getting you to the same degree faster and for less money.

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Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience

The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.

Get the Credit You Deserve

Ways to Save on Time and Tuition

Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.

Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.

You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.

Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.

Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.

Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.

Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.

Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.

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Case Study: Ivy Tech Community College Grad

An Ivy Tech associate’s degree can take you further than you think. See how one student got on the fastest path to a bachelor’s degree that employers respect.

An Ivy Tech graduate was looking for an affordable way to earn their bachelor’s degree, and found that transferring to Purdue Global with their associate’s degree would save them significant time and money. After contacting a Purdue Global Advisor, they learned they could transfer 94 of the required 180 credits while receiving the Indiana resident tuition rate, saving them more than $26,000.

Estimated Remaining Classes: 16

Estimated Remaining Terms to Graduation: 8

Tuition Quarter Credits
BS in Business Administration $50,400* 180
 Ivy Tech Community College Credits -$26,320 -94
Total Savings/Credits Awarded $26,320 94
Remaining Tuition/Credits $24,080 86

*Based on IN resident tuition rate of $280 per quarter credit hour. See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Free Credit Evaluation

To learn how close you may be to a degree by applying transfer, work, and experiential credit, contact a Purdue Global Admissions Advisor for a free evaluation.

Career Opportunities

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of business and financial occupations in the U.S. is projected to grow 7% between 2021 and 2031, and a bachelor’s degree is considered required entry-level education for most of these occupations.

Whether you are preparing for entry-level management positions or want to advance in your current career, a bachelor's degree in business administration may help you qualify for opportunities in a variety of fields including marketing, finance, human resources, and accounting.

Average Salary

Range

General labor market and salary data are provided by Lightcast and may not represent the outcomes experienced by Purdue Global graduates in these programs. Purdue Global graduates in these programs may earn salaries substantially different or less than the amounts listed above. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education, and opportunities for employment that are outside of Purdue Global's control.

Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

Download the Program Brochure

Download our brochure to learn more about the Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global. Prepare yourself for success in today's competitive business environment.

Why Choose a Bachelor's in Business Administration

Consider these additional resources on the value of an undergraduate degree in business, and some potential career pathways with a BSBA.

A degree in business administration can set you up for professional growth in a wide range of career paths.

Read up on career options with a BS in Business Administration, including required skills and typical responsibilities.

If your goal is to work in marketing, an undergraduate degree in business can provide an excellent foundation.

Get to Know Our Faculty

Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

99%

Faculty members who have advanced degrees

54%

Faculty members who hold a doctorate

484

Faculty publications in 2022–2023

More Than 40,000

Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2022–2023

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, July 2023. 2022–2023 academic year.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

Completion Time and Average Net Price: Cost and completion times for individual programs may vary. Average institutional completion time for Purdue Global degree students who graduated in the 2022–2023 academic year. Average net price reflects all institutional-level charges for all graduates, including those who transferred to Purdue Global, after application of scholarships, tuition reductions, grants (including federal Pell grants for undergraduate students), employer tuition assistance, and/or military tuition assistance. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, July 2023.

Employment and Career Advancement: Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, and opportunities for employment. Certain accounting and finance positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states. This program was not designed to meet any specific state’s requirements for licensure or certification. Refer to the State Licensure and Certifications page for state-specific licensure information.

Graduate Program Pathways: To start a Graduate Program Pathway, students should consult with their Student Advisor to confirm eligibility. Not all Graduate Program Pathways are available on all tracks, and some may require students to meet academic standards to continue taking graduate courses in their bachelor’s degree program. Visit the University Catalog for more information.

Job Growth: Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Business and Financial Occupations, on the Internet at www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/home.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth. Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

Three-Week Trial: Students who inform Purdue Global they do not wish to pursue the program during the 3-week trial will not be charged. Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial, and will need to meet other specific requirements. Classes will be applied toward a degree if satisfactorily completed and students select to continue their studies at Purdue Global. No credits are earned if the student withdraws during the introductory period (3 weeks for new qualifying undergraduate students), which begins day one of the first term. Graduate programs and BS in Professional Flight not included. Additional terms may apply to international and non-U.S. citizen students. For further information, see the University Catalog.

Tuition Case Study: Source: Purdue Global Office of the Registrar, September 2023. Totals paid to Purdue Global for the degree do not include amounts paid to other institutions. Individual experiences and savings will vary. Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit. See the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.