What is a business administration degree?

A business administration degree provides the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in nearly any industry. Graduates can work in healthcare, technology, finance, government, and education. Most institutions offer undergraduate and graduate-level business degrees in various specializations, and some even extend to the doctoral level. Explore UMass Global’s full range of business programs.

!How long does it take to get a business degree?!

A traditional bachelor’s in business can take up to four years, and an MBA up to three.

What careers can I get with a BBA degree?

With a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, you can explore diverse career paths. Some common career options include: Business Analyst: Analyzing data, identifying trends, and making informed business recommendationsMarketing Manager: Planning and executing marketing strategies to promote products or servicesHuman Resources Manager: Overseeing employee recruitment, training, performance management, and organizational developmentFinancial Analyst: Evaluating financial data, conducting investment research, and providing financial guidanceOperations Manager: Optimizing processes, managing resources, and ensuring efficient business operationsPlease note that these are just a few examples, and the possibilities are vast. The specific career path you choose may depend on your interests, specialization, and additional qualifications you may acquire. Discover more paths with our resource, "Different Types of Business Degrees and Career Paths."

!What do you learn in a BBA degree program?!

A Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree provides students with a solid foundation in various aspects of business and management. You will gain knowledge and skills in areas such as finance, marketing, human resources, operations, entrepreneurship, and strategic management. The curriculum is designed to develop well-rounded business professionals who can understand and navigate the complexities of the business world. Students can also align their program with their career goals by specializing in a certain area. Find a business program that fits your career goals.

Managing Real World Projects

Program Overview

Cut through the clutter and focus on the key principles of project management in the real world. You'll be exposed to the basic tools employed in each of the five key project stages: Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing. Each stage is illustrated by examples and video commentary by project management professionals, where you can see how best practices are applied to solve project challenges. A toolkit of templates for a comprehensive project plan, work breakdown schedules, task list, issue list, risk register and close-out documents will equip you to tackle real world projects.

Note:

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive CEUs.

At a Glance

Extended Education

Approximately 20 hours

Up to 12 months to complete coursework

2 CEUs

Strategic & Business Management 20 PDUs | Technical PM 6.25 PDUs | HRCI 20

$259

No additional materials required

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As a student, you will:

Strengthen your project management and leadership skills
Participate in a real-world simulation
Understand the five key project stages (Initiating, Planning, Controlling, Executing and Closing)
Identify key constraints for projects and how to establish goals and deliverables
Gain project management best practices
Understand how to communicate clearly with stakeholders and project team members
Earn a Certificate of Completion

Course includes:

Project Management
Simulation Real-world examples and references for learners to easily explore course topics
Subject-matter experts are available to answer questions, provide guidance, and offer additional content to address individual problem areas

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This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject-matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

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