Earn your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Pre-Professional)

Your Launchpad For a High-Impact Business Career

Master the essentials of accounting, finance, marketing, and management while learning how to think strategically across all areas of business. With a strong foundation in ethical leadership and practical problem-solving, you’ll be prepared to excel in any industry.

Introducing the Business Administration BS (Pre-Professional)

The Business Administration BS is a pre-professional degree that builds a strong foundation in accounting, finance, information systems, management, and marketing. It prepares you to pursue careers in business and entrepreneurship, enter the workforce with confidence, or continue into graduate and professional programs such as law, medicine, or an MBA.

You’ll gain the knowledge and skills employers value most, guided by faculty who combine real-world business experience with a commitment to mentoring you toward success.

Program Highlights

Pre-Professional Preparation

Use your business foundation as a springboard into professional programs like medicine, law, or graduate business study. This degree equips you with the analytical and leadership skills valued across disciplines.

Comprehensive Business Foundation

Gain a strong grounding in accounting, finance, marketing, and management so you’re equipped with the core skills every successful business professional needs.

Faculty Who Mentor and Inspire

Learn from professors who combine academic excellence with real-world experience and a commitment to guiding you both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Problem-Solving Skills

Develop the ability to analyze challenges, communicate effectively, and lead with integrity in any organizational setting.

Real-World Application

Put your classroom learning into practice through internships, case studies, and networking opportunities with employers and alumni.

Faith and Ethics in Action

Graduate with not only business expertise but also a framework for ethical decision-making shaped by Christian values.

Explore the Business Administration BS Program

A comprehensive business degree that combines academic rigor, hands-on learning, and ethical leadership to prepare you for lasting success.

The Business Administration BS is a 120-credit bachelor’s program that builds your foundation in accounting, finance, marketing, management, and strategy — preparing you for career advancement or graduate study.

You’ll learn in a dynamic classroom environment with opportunities to apply concepts through projects, internships, and collaboration with peers and faculty mentors.

Admissions Requirements

- Official high school transcript with 2.5 or higher GPA, or College-Ready GED certificate with no section score lower than 450

- ACT or SAT scores if high school completed in the United States within the last 3 years

-Transcripts from all universities attended.

-English proficiency test scores when the first language is not English and less than four years of high school were completed in English

Program Requirements

Major (39 credits):

ACCT 121 & 122 Accounting I & II
BSAD 341 Business Law
BSAD 355 Principles of Management
BSAD 365 Intl Environment of Business
BSAD 475 Operations Management
BSAD 494 Business Strategy & Decisions
ECON 225 & 226 Macro- and Microeconomics
FNCE 317 Business Finance
INFS 130 Managment of Information Systems
INFS 225 Introduction to Data Analytics
MKTG 310 Principles of Marketing

Andrews Core Experience (43 credits):

Religion: RELT 100, RELT 340 Ethics(or RELT 390 - cognates), & 6 credits
Communications: 3 classes
History: 1 class
Humanities: 2 classes
Natural Science: 1 lab class
Mathematics: MATH 166 & STAT 285 (cognates)
Social Sciences: 1 class
Wellness: HLED 135

Electives:

Additional courses to reach 120 total credits

Cognates:

MATH 165

Think You Can’t Afford an Andrews Business Degree? Think Again!

We know cost is a major concern when choosing a degree. The good news is that the price you see listed for tuition is not what most students pay. Every undergraduate student admitted to an SBA program on the Berrien Springs campus automatically qualifies for the Andrews Partnership Scholarship (APS), which significantly lowers the cost of your education.


Freshmen can receive between $8,000–$14,000 in scholarships each year
High-achieving freshmen may qualify for an extra $2,000 per year.
Over four years, students may save $32,000–$56,000 on tuition.
Transfer students qualify for APS awards of $3,000–$9,000 annually, based on GPA.
International and Bridge to Success students are also eligible, with awards determined individually.

Note: The additional $2,000 APS award is granted for one qualifying category only. Students who receive the Andrews Partnership Scholarship are not eligible for the International Partnership Scholarship (IPS). APS applies exclusively to undergraduate programs offered on the Berrien Springs campus.

Where Can Your Business Administration BS Degree Take You?

The Business Administration BS is more than just a degree — it’s a foundation for your professional future.

Whether your goal is to launch your own company, step into management, or continue on to graduate or professional study, this program equips you with the knowledge and skills to succeed. Many students use the BSBA as preparation for advanced programs in law, medicine, or an MBA, while others leverage it to move directly into the workforce.

You’ll graduate with a respected Andrews degree that opens doors to diverse career opportunities, strengthens your expertise, and prepares you to take the next step with confidence.

Advance Your Career: Gain the skills employers seek in management, finance, marketing, and strategy, opening doors to leadership roles in a wide range of industries.
Prepare for Graduate Study: Complete MBA prerequisites and pre-professional courses that set you up for success in business, medical, law, or other graduate programs.
Flexible Pathways to Success: Position yourself for a wide range of career opportunities or prepare for advanced study in graduate and professional programs.
Build a Versatile Foundation: Develop a broad base of business knowledge while tailoring electives to align with your career goals or personal interests.

Build skills that open doors to new opportunities

What Can You Do With Your 
  Business Administration BS Degree?

A Business Administration BS opens doors across industries and career paths. Whether you see yourself managing people, analyzing data, or starting your own business, this degree equips you with the skills to lead, adapt, and succeed.

With a foundation in finance, marketing, management, operations, and strategic planning, you’ll be prepared for roles such as:

Management & Leadership: Guide teams, departments, or organizations toward growth and efficiency.
Finance & Analysis: Help organizations make smart financial decisions as an analyst, accountant, or advisor.
Marketing & Strategy: Shape how companies connect with their audiences through research, branding, and campaigns.
Management & Leadership: Guide teams, departments, or organizations toward growth and efficiency.
Entrepreneurship: Launch and grow your own business with confidence and a solid business toolkit.
Healthcare & Nonprofit Leadership: Manage organizations that make a difference in people’s lives.

Business administration graduates thrive in corporate, nonprofit, government, and entrepreneurial settings. 

You’ll also be well-prepared for graduate study, whether that’s an MBA, law, or medical school.

Accreditation

The School of Business at Andrews University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at International Accreditation Council for Business Education 11960 Quivira Road, Suite 300, Overland Park, KS 66213

Your Next Step Toward a Stronger Future

We believe in the power of your goals and ambitions.

Every decision you make shapes where you’re headed, and earning your business degree can be the catalyst for new opportunities. Whether you want to launch a business, advance in your career, or prepare for graduate study, now is the time to invest in yourself.

With a commitment to academic excellence, Christian values, and real-world relevance, Andrews University will equip you to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in your field.

Join us at Andrews, where World Changers are made.

Get the Information You Need to Plan Your Business Degree

We’re here to make your next step simple. Request more information today, and we’ll help you understand your options, review your transcripts, and map out a clear, flexible path toward completing your degree.

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