Bachelors of Business Administration

Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) offers students a comprehensive overview of all the components of business operations. The core curriculum introduces students to the principles of accounting, organizational leadership, marketing and information systems management.

Preparation for a successful business career requires a broad appreciation for the major elements of the business enterprise and how they relate to one another. Thus, the BBA degree equips students with professional knowledge and practical skills in strategic leadership, management, operations, marketing, finance, technology, human relations, and business law. The program promotes personal and spiritual growth by emphasizing Christian values, ethical principles, and effective interpersonal relationships in diverse settings. The BBA program also provides students with a broad liberal arts foundation for lifelong learning. The BBA program enables students to apply their learning immediately in the workplace.

The BBA program prepares students for service in a variety of public and private sector organizations, including first-line management, retail and sales, commercial banking, marketing, big data, information systems, human resource management, health care administration, government service, and nonprofits. Students complete the BBA degree program to gain promotions, change careers, or prepare for MBA studies. Some graduates may begin new ventures, operate small companies, launch new products, or return to the family business.

Completion Time

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program is designed for both persons who have time to engage in full-time study or working professionals doing part-time study.
The average completion time for for full-time study of the program is 4 years, but some students can take shorter or longer time to complete the requirements depending on their individual circumstances
Courses are offered in four terms a year.
Each term lasts for 10 weeks with a two-week break between terms.

Tuition per term is

$99 per credit unit

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for graduation with the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree the student must successfully fulfill the following requirements:

Complete all the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) course requirements (120 credits)
Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Pay all tuition and fees.

To earn the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, students must complete the following degree components:

Requirement Credits
General Education   48
Business Major       51
Concentration       21
Total Credits        120

Concentration Courses

Information Systems Management Concentration Courses: 21 Credits Required

INFT 210 - Computer Programming (3 credits) - This course prepares students to program, develop, debug and troubleshoot modern computer programs using the Visual Basic programming language. Students will learn how to use conditional statements, loops, and error checking logic.
INFT 220 - Program Applications (3 credits) - This course focuses on embracing the mobile and online nature of today's computing environment. It establishes an understanding of mobile application development and also the development of websites tailored for mobile devices. A culminating experience to create a mobile website or application will be presented.
INFT 230 - Computer Systems Architecture (3 credits) - The purpose of this course is to help you demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of computer systems architecture including the CPU, memory, computer Input and Output, operating systems and file management. Furthermore, you will gain an understanding of how computer systems architecture can be implemented and properly maintained to support the needs of an organization. *BSIT students will complete the CompTIA A+ 220-901 certification exam as the final assessment for this class.
INFT 240 - Security (3 credits) - Information and systems security is a growing concern for individuals and businesses alike. The proliferation of Internet and mobile-based applications makes privacy and confidentiality critical issues to consider. This course introduces security terminology, technology and common security issues. Promotion of security awareness and prevention are emphasized.
INFT 310 - Organizations, Management, and the Networked Enterprise (3 credits) With this course, students will be able to explain the role of information systems and identify the various types of systems used today. The course will explore decision making through the use of information technology along with how they are used to support management and strategy.
INFT 320 - Networking (3 credit) - Networking is the study and understanding of connecting computers and other devices together. Advances in technology have made network equipment very affordable and easy to install. This course prepares you to create, design, and analyze a variety of complex network environments. You will also consider network protocols, topologies, and various designs.
INFT 400 - Database (3 credits) - Students who have demonstrated course in this area will understand relational databases, how to successfully write SQL statements, and perform relational data modeling. Students will demonstrate this mastery by creating a database that allows a company to store data, modify records, and create reports on sales activity.
INFT 420 - Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits) - In this course, students will have the opportunity to review a website, analyze its design, review the limitations of the system, and propose a new system design that could be implemented.

Management and Organizational Leadership Concentration Courses: 21 Credits Required

ORGL 310 - Organizational Behavior (3 credits) - This course provides an overview of topics and concepts in the field of Organizational Behavior (OB). Specifically it focuses on existing research, theories, and models. Students will learn how individual and group behavior and processes shape workplace behavior. Upon completion, students will have a better understanding of human behavior and how to use that knowledge to help people be more productive and satisfied in organizational settings.
ORGL 320 - Managing Change (3 credits) - Remaining competitive in today's rapidly changing world demands leaders who are skilled at building the capacity to change within their organizations. Effectively managing and sustaining change requires managers to understand the reasons why change occurs, how to overcome resistance and facilitate change efforts, and employ best practices such as systems thinking and communications to ensure long-term succes
ORGL 330 - Personal Leadership (3 credits) - In this course you'll learn the process of defining your personal leadership and management styles, beginning a personal journey to explore your continued leadership development requirements. You will develop and demonstrate an understanding of leadership theories and principles as they relate to your own assumptions, behaviors, and beliefs about leading.
ORGL 340 - Organizational Structure and Control (3 credits) - This course familiarizes the student with basic concepts related to organizational structure and culture. The primary focus is on how organizations are structured and how they function, with particular focus on the influence of internal and external factors of organizational and individual productivity and effectiveness.
ORGL 410 - Workforce Diversity (3 credits) - In this course, you will explore the various characteristics that combine to create a diverse workforce culture by first identifying different types of diversity, the laws and compliancy that support them, and the overall value in workplace diversity and inclusion. You will be introduced to several examples of diversity and its management in work environments, and challenged to recognize its impact.
ORGL 420 - Team Building (3 credits) - Teams are needed because the world we live in requires constant experimentation, a continual response to changing conditions. In our exploration of new conditions and possibilities, we have to rapidly integrate new partners and different work disciplines. The team structure adapts most easily to changing conditions and has the greatest potential for creative solutions and new approaches to work challenges. This course provides an overview of the team development process, team roles and team building. Whether your team is an ongoing work group, or a special project based team of limited duration, you will rapidly increase its effectiveness with the use of these teamwork tools and skills.
ORGL 425 - Human Resources (1.5 credits) - Human Resources ("HR") involves managing and leveraging human resources to effectively and efficiently achieve organizational goals. Every day HR staff members are tasked with managing, developing and motivating performance. A competent HR professional should be able to engage successfully in the recruiting and hiring process, plan and execute development programs for their employees, including training and development, and communicate with direct reports about their performance in ways that are both constructive and motivating.
ORGL 430 - Conflict Management (3 credits) - Conflict is something that occurs on a day to day basis in every organization. Identifying and managing that conflict can determine the level of success an organization experiences. This course will address conflict management types and tools
ORGL 440 - Organizational Control (1.5 credits) - Organizational control is an important part of management. As you already know, planning, leading, organizing, and controlling are the four main functions of management; therefore, the manager must be aware of how to utilize control methods to ensure the objectives of the organization are met. This course will discuss organizational control from three perspectives: output control, behavior control, and clan control.
ORGL 450 - Operations Control (1.5 credits) - Demonstrate successful operational controls analysis in managing to realistic efficiency benchmarks and goals. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze and discuss three operational tools/methods that are employed to achieve successful operating outcomes in complex scenarios.

Supply Chain Management and Logistics Concentration Courses: 21 Credits Required

OLCC 300 – Organizational Behavior (3 credits) - This competency provides an overview of topics and concepts in the field of Organizational Behavior (OB). Specifically it focuses on existing research, theories, and models. Students will learn how individual and group behavior and processes shape workplace behavior. Upon completion, students will have a better understanding of human behavior and how to use that knowledge to help people be more productive and satisfied in organizational settings.
OLCC 303 – Managing Change(3 credits) - Remaining competitive in today’s rapidly changing world demands leaders who are skilled at building the capacity to change within their organizations. Effectively managing and sustaining change requires managers to understand the reasons why change occurs, how to overcome resistance and facilitate change efforts, and employ best practices such as systems thinking and communications to ensure long-term success.
SCML 320 - International, Domestic, Local and In-Sourcing (3 credits) - You will develop an understanding of the issues and opportunities in international business, including international sources of materials and services, the role of finance in global business transactions and options for domestic, local, and in-sourcing, and total cost ownership. You will also develop an understanding of the documentation necessary to maintain cross-border transactions and monitor sourcing relationships according to your organization's social, economic, and ethical mission.
SCML 330 - Negotiating and Managing Supplier Relationships (1 credit) - Negotiating and Managing Supplier Relationships focuses on how to work with suppliers to streamline business processes and costs. This course offers practical tools and skills for the important topic of supplier relationship management.
SCML 340 - Transportation (1.5 credits) - You will develop an understanding of the overarching principles and methods associated with the various modes of transportation, including the roles of various stakeholders in transportation, the impact of C-TPAT, the use of freight terms in the industry, and the tradeoffs involved in using delivery tracking systems, delivery performance measurements, and resolution processes. You will also develop an understanding of transportation metrics and planning/ distribution options and learn about the key components of a communication plan to internal and external stakeholders.
SCML 350 - Materials and Inventory Management (1.5 credits) - This course examines the value of cost savings achieved through implementation of warehouse and inventory management systems; inventory management project plans; and technology for a warehouse management system (WMS). Specific topics include flowcharts, asset classification and radio-frequency identification (RFID).
SCML 410 - Supplier Relationship Management (3 credits) - The objective of this course is to distinguish how supplier relationship management (SRM) creates value. This course introduces students to the purpose of SRM and the qualification of suppliers. Materials and interactive activities will move the student from theory to the practical application of concepts as they create a qualification plan of their own.
SCML 420 - Middlemen and Multichannel Market (3 credits) - Middlemen include wholesalers, retailers, agents, and brokers. The main objective of marketing is to create valuable exchanges between consumers and producers. Middlemen, also referred to as "intermediaries," play a vital part in ensuring that the distribution channel between the producer and the consumer is complete. The more intermediaries in the supply chain, the higher the distribution channel. The higher the distribution channel, the larger the potential market share could be.
SCML 430 - Social Responsibility & Risk (3 credits) - In this course, you will apply what you have learned about business ethics and supply management conduct, with a particular focus on sustainability, social responsibility, and risk. You will understand the importance of identifying and planning for risk factors and how these factors are indicative of sustainability and social responsibility. There is a direct correlation between the management of risk and the level of sustainability and social responsibility an organization achieves. Planning, through the practice of managing risk at multiple levels, ensures a high level of sustainability through creative processes, continuous innovation and improvements, and the application of adaptive strategies. The policies and standards can then be assessed to ensure that sustainable goals are well implemented and desired outcomes are successfully realized.

General Business Concentration Courses: Any 24 Credits from Concentration Courses Above