Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Our online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) program with a Concentration in Global Business and Leadership is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic and interconnected world of global business. This program emphasizes the development of leadership abilities, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of international business practices.

This program is intended for those with work experience who may or may not have college credits, those transferring from a community college, or incoming first-year students. The program is also available as a 3+1 program through our Rowan College partner institutions (Rowan College of Burlington County [RCBC] or Rowan College of South Jersey [RCSJ]). 

Those who complete the program will earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a Concentration in Global Business and Leadership.

Potential career paths for graduates of the BSBA program include:

• Managers
• Management Analysts
• Project Management Specialists
• Human Resources Specialists
• Construction Managers
• Sales Managers
• Logisticians
• Administrative Services Managers
• Cost Estimators
• Social and Community Service Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
• Personal Service Managers
• Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

We’re a transfer-friendly school. We offer resources to help you see how your previously earned credits from a community college, a four-year institution or military training will transfer to this program. To explore this further, check out the Rowan Transfer Equivalency Digital Portal (TREQ) or Transferology.

Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) program requires the completion of 120 credits (30 credits must be completed at Rowan University) of approved general education (first-year students beginning Fall 2024 or later must meet Rowan Core requirements) and major coursework in order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. 

An Inside Look at Coursework

Below, you will find a list includes a sampling of titles of foundational and elective coursework for the BS in Business Administration program. For an official list of available courses, please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.  

• Principles of Marketing 
• Principles of Accounting I
• Principles of Accounting II
• Management Information Systems
• Legal Environment of Business 
• Organizational Behavior
• Principles of Finance 
• Operations Management
• Business Policy
• Statistics I
• Calculus I
• Global Business Simulation
• Management of Human Resources
• International Financial Management
• Leadership and Supervision for Managers
• Managing International Business
• Supervised Internship
• Business Logistics
• International Marketing
• Global Supply Chain

Note: The course topics shown above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.

Students must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or better in all courses that satisfy major requirements.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy

While there is no limit to traditional course credits transferred (from an accredited college or university), University policy requires a minimum of 30 credits be completed through Rowan University coursework. Depending upon the individual situation, credits will fulfill general education, major requirements, and/or electives.

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

• Submit an application
• No application fee! The application fee is waived for all Rowan Online undergraduate programs.
• First-Year Students:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • If applicable, official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned) 
• Transfer Students:
  • Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned) 
  • Minimum of 12 earned college-level credit hours
  • Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) 
  • Successful completion of:
    • Calculus I/Applied Calculus or equivalent
    • Statistics I or equivalent