Online Business Management Top Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Science in Business program is offered for those students whose career goals require a broad knowledge of the functional areas of business. All students will take coursework in the areas of accounting, general business, management, marketing, human resources, computer applications, and business law. In addition, students will choose an area of concentration that will comprise the balance of the courses in the major. The following describes each area of concentration.

Business Administration
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The Bachelor of Science in Business with Business Administration concentration offers additional coursework in finance and investments, management, strategic planning, and other advanced topics that will prepare the graduate of this program for entry- to mid-level positions in business and government.

Management
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The Bachelor of Science in Business with Management concentration offers advanced coursework in management and related topics, helping to develop the diversity of knowledge and skills necessary to attain success in the business management field. Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry to mid-level supervisory and management positions in business and government.

Marketing
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The Bachelor of Science in Business with Marketing concentration offers additional studies in such areas as marketing research, consumer behavior, promotional strategies, and international marketing. The graduate of this program will be prepared for entry- to mid-level marketing positions in business and government.

International Business
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The Bachelor of Science degree in Business with concentration in International Business provides students with business tools for understanding and dealing in foreign markets. The graduate of this program will be prepared for entry-level and middle-management positions in companies involved in international business.

It´s all about choices. With a background in Business Administration, you can have the tools you need to qualify for entry-level positions in the business field. Learn to apply classroom solutions to real-life business situations with our well-rounded curriculum.

The program provides hands-on computer training, accounting skills and a solid business background with classes such as:

Basic principles of accounting
Business Law
Computer applications
Introduction to finance
Business enterprise
Principles of management
Introduction to human resources
Introduction to marketing
Public relations

Be prepared to meet challenges in the ever-changing business world. You can apply the necessary business, decision-making and organizational skills gathered from this program to the corporate world. The core curriculum can enable you to enter the job market in a variety of entry-level capacities.

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Penn State offers its high-quality Bachelor of Science in Business degree 100% online, to help you start your career in business or elevate your existing career. Employers are looking for well-educated business professionals to evaluate and respond to their organization’s opportunities and challenges. Learning online while you work enables you to immediately apply core business skills.

As an online business student, you’ll choose the Accounting, Financial Services, Marketing and Management, or Individualized option to prepare for positions such as:

business marketing manager
business analyst
finance examiner or analyst
financial adviser or loan counselor
management accountant or internal auditor
marketing strategist
operations manager
property or real estate manager

Earning your BS in Business can align you with the top business-related positions in marketing and accounting and finance — according to the 100 Best Jobs by U.S. News & World Report — making your résumé more attractive to your current or future employers.

What Makes Penn State’s Online Business Degree Different?

Penn State’s online Bachelor of Science in Business blends an understanding of the most important areas of business with case studies of real-world business problems.

In this program, you can learn how to:

- maximize marketing strategies
- think, speak, and write about organizational issues
- analyze business data to make inferences and solve business problems
- understand capital risk and reward metrics
- use finance and accounting measures to drive business decisions
- execute contract agreements
- prepare your business for the cultural implications of a global marketplace

Our courses are taught by the same Penn State faculty who teach on campus, who bring real-world business experience and have been trained to teach online. Your diploma will look no different from the one earned by students on our physical campus. It will not differentiate the method of delivery or state that your degree was earned online.

Entry Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Business is appropriate for individuals who:

Have completed a minimum of 28 college credits with a 2.0 or higher GPA OR have already earned an associate degree OR completed the first two years of a four-year bachelor's degree

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Have satisfied the entrance-to-major (ETM) requirements for admission through any of the following methods:

completing MATH 022 (College Algebra II and Analytic Geometry) OR a higher-level math course offered by Penn State such as any one of the following:
MATH 040 (Algebra, Trigonometry, and Analytic Geometry)
MATH 041 (Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry)
MATH 110 (Techniques of Calculus I)
MATH 140 (Calculus with Analytic Geometry I)
completing a precalculus or higher-level course at another accredited institution with a grade of C or better
receiving sufficient scores on Advanced Placement calculus exam

International applicants
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International students whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency.
The scores must be less than two years old. The following are ways in which you can satisfy the language proficiency requirement:

TOEFL: A minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the paper exam (score reports must be official and cannot be more than two years old (code #2660);

IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic test

SAT score of 530 or higher on the critical reading section (code #2660);

ACT score of 24 or higher on the English section (code #3656);

IGCSE score of A, B, or C on the English language exam,
IB score of 5 or higher on the English Language & Literature (SL/HL) exam.

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The BA (Hons) Business (Top-Up) is designed as a top-up for holders of the BTEC HND Business (Management), or equivalent, to progress to full undergraduate honours. Students will acquire knowledge, understanding and a range of practical skills relating to key business disciplines which are applicable to a range of commercial and non-commercial sectors, and in a variety of geographical and cultural settings. They will also develop a range of transferable skills that will aid them to pursue a business career or further relevant study.

Entry Requirements

1. BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Management), or equivalent.

2. English ability equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0.

Other Fees

Annual registration fee - 175 pounds

Notes

This course is expected to be completed within 1.5 years. However, our online distance learning students have flexibility in setting their own pace of study, which means that the course can be completed in a minimum period of 1 year.

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Individuals who have successfully completed BTEC HND (Accounting), or equivalent, are eligible to apply for admission onto the BA (Hons) Business (Finance) (Top-Up). Students will develop skills and understanding specific to financial and management accounting and the role of financial specialists as sources of management information for effective decision making. students will also develop a range of transferable skills that will aid them to pursue a business career or further relevant study.

Entry Requirements

1. BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Accounting), or equivalent.

2. English ability equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0.

Other Fees

Annual registration fee - 175 pounds

Notes

Online distance learning students have flexibility in setting their own pace of study, which means that the course can be completed in a minimum period of 1 year.

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Human Resource Management is a key strategic component for most mid-to-large-sized public and private sector organisations in Australia - as employers continue to seek better ways to acquire, retain, and develop top talent.

This presents a wealth of opportunity for individuals with good business sense, who also believe the human element is one of the most vital aspects of an efficient and successful organisation.

Learn about the key frameworks of HR management

Human Resource Management explores the concepts, principles and systems associated with the management of employees. It's also a key driver for modern organisations in achieving competitive advantage.

We will help you develop a strong understanding of the strategic role human resource management plays by examining:

employment policies and legal and environmental regulations,
recruitment activity including interviewing techniques and hiring,
employee retention including rewards and recognition, and motivation,
occupation health and safety issues including diversity, ethics and discrimination,
employee communications, as well as negotiating and bargaining, and
performance appraisal and job assessments.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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