Business Administration

Why study Business Administration at Southwestern College?

In a world changing as rapidly as ours and one so heavily dominated by businesses, a fundamental understanding of business principles is necessary for success in any field or endeavor. Business Administration graduates of Southwestern College are prepared to enter business or industry in a wide array of areas and become effective and professional business leaders. When you choose to become a Business Administration major at Southwestern College, you will receive thorough exposure to business principles, current trends in business and industry, and practical tools to apply to business situations both nationally and internationally. You will also be well-prepared to continue graduate studies in business administration or management.

Southwestern College offers you:

  • A faculty that has exceptional academic credentials and significant professional experience in business, industry and the international corporate world,
  • Opportunities to gain practical experience while earning college credit, and potentially a salary, through our on-the-job internship program,
  • A campus located in a vibrant community with many diverse businesses, industries and organizations nearby.

What careers are available with a Business Administration degree?

Our program has been designed to provide you with the necessary current theoretical and practical background for careers in many fields such as:

  • Corporate management           
  • Sales and retail management                 
  • Banking and finance
  • Operations management           
  • Human Resource management           
  • Hotel/motel management

How does the program work?

As a Business Administration major at Southwestern College, you will receive a broad base of knowledge through our Integrative Studies program.  This will prove valuable in your future career development and will help you to mature into an involved and productive citizen in your community. You will complete the Business Core curriculum with other majors from within the Division of Business Administration, thereby gaining a basic understanding and appreciation for all areas of the business world. Finally, you will complete at least seven additional courses specifically in your major area that will include an internship and elective courses of your choosing.

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