Business Administration B.S.
Mission Statement
The business program at NS is anchored by a well-rounded business core and a strong focus on technology and innovation. Our commitment to technology is reflected not only in what students’ study, but also in how we teach. The study of technology keeps us on the leading edge of industry advances, and our use of technology in the classroom creates a progressive and engaging learning experience.
Our program also is defined by real-world examples and business cases that prepare students to meet the evolving demands of modern market. Supporting these elements of our program is a superb liberal arts and sciences foundation that trains students in the critical thinking and communication skills needed to identify, define and resolve practical problems, no matter where and when they may surface. Overall, this combination of business acumen and real-world adaptability helps ensure that students can meet the challenges of a dynamic global economy and craft a future of their own choosing.
Transfer credits of business pre-requisite (e.g. pre-business core) or business major classes are considered only for those courses completed within the 7-year period prior to admission to the business program. Grades below a “C-” carry no credit towards major requirements.
Learning Outcomes
NS business students develop skills and aptitudes in the following areas:
- Standard 1: Ethical and legal responsibilities in organizations and society
- Standard 2: Financial theories, analysis, reporting, and markets
- Standard 3: Creation of value through the integrated production and distribution of goods, services, and information
- Standard 4: Group and individual dynamics in organizations
- Standard 5: Statistical data analysis and management science as they support decision-making processes through an organization
- Standard 6: Information technologies as they influence the structure and processes of organizations and economics, and as they influence the roles and techniques of management
- Standard 7: Domestic and global economic environment of organizations
Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence for Business Administration B.S. is provided for students as guidance to compete their major in four years.
College Core Curriculum
English (3-8 credits)
Refer to the English section of the Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Refer to the Study and Technology Skills section of the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (3-5 credits)
Refer to the Mathematics section of the Core Curriculum
Natural Sciences (7-8 credits)
Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum. Classes in the major may be used to fulfill this Core requirement. Consult an Academic Advisor.
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
Refer to the Cultural Diversity section of the Core Curriculum
Social Science Foundation Course (3 credits)
Business students are encouraged to choose either of the courses above as additional social science foundation courses if general electives are needed towards graduation. Consult an academic advisor.
Business Foundation Courses (24 credits)
| ACC 201 | Financial Accounting | 3.00 |
| ACC 202 | Managerial Accounting | 3.00 |
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3.00 |
| COM 101 | Oral Communication | 3.00 |
| ECON 102 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3.00 |
| ECON 103 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.00 |
| ECON 261 | Principles of Statistics I | 3.00 |
| IS 101 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3.00 |
Major Requirements (18 credits)
| BLW 302 | Legal Environment | 3.00 |
| BUS 321 | Business Communication | 3.00 |
| FIN 301 | Principles of Managerial Finance | 3.00 |
| MGT 301 | Principles of Management and Organizational Behavior | 3.00 |
| MKT 301 | Marketing Management | 3.00 |
Business Capstone:
| BUS 496 | Strategic Management & Policy | 3.00 |
Concentration (24 credits)
Choose one of: Diversity and Human Resource Management; Management and Leadership; Marketing; Financial Services; Sport Business
Diversity and Human Resource Management
| MGT 367 | Human Resource Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 469 | Managing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
Complete 18 additional credit hours from the following:
| ECON 262 | Principles of Statistics II | 3.00 |
| LDE 201 | Introduction to Leadership | 3.00 |
| LDE 373 | Women in Leadership | 3.00 |
| MGT 412 | Change Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 498 | Undergraduate Research | 1.00-6.00 |
| Any MGT 46x course | |
| Any MGT 47x course | |
Management and Leadership
Complete 18 additional credit hours from the following:
| ECON 262 | Principles of Statistics II | 3.00 |
| MGT 367 | Human Resource Management | 3.00 |
| Any LDE course | |
| Any MGT 400-level course | |
Marketing
Complete 18 additional credit hours from the following:
| ECON 262 | Principles of Statistics II | 3.00 |
| MGT 412 | Change Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 469 | Managing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
| MGT 498 | Undergraduate Research | 1.00-6.00 |
| Any MKT 300-level course | |
| Any MKT 400-level course | |
Financial Services
| FIN 303 | Intermediate Managerial Finance | 3.00 |
Complete 21 additional credit hours from the following:
| ACC 494 | Special Topics | 3.00 |
| ECON 262 | Principles of Statistics II | 3.00 |
| MGT 367 | Human Resource Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 412 | Change Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 469 | Managing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
| MGT 498 | Undergraduate Research | 1.00-6.00 |
| Any FIN 300-level course | |
| Any FIN 400-level course | |
Sport Business
| ECON 321 | Economics of Sport and Entertainment | 3.00 |
Complete 21 additional credit hours from the following:
| ECON 262 | Principles of Statistics II | 3.00 |
| MGT 367 | Human Resource Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 412 | Change Management | 3.00 |
| MGT 469 | Managing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
| MGT 498 | Undergraduate Research | 1.00-6.00 |
| Any MKT 300-level course | |
| Any MKT 400-level course | |
Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
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College Core Curriculum
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28-41
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| Social Science Foundation Course |
3
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Business Foundation Core
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24
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Major Requirements
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18
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Concentration
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24
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| Electives (at least 9 credits must be Upper Division) |
10-23
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Total Credits
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120
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