Business Administration Major
Stand out in the business world.
As a business administration major, you will discover how businesses operate. You'll understand more about accounting, economics, finance, statistics, math, management and marketing. Develop your leadership skills so that you can succeed in an ever-changing world. A major in business administration prepares you to plan, manage and oversee the activities of organizations.
Looking to Transfer?
Why You Should Consider the College of Charleston.
- Embrace Change
Congratulations! Your interest in transferring to the College of Charleston for Business Administration means you're ready to embrace the challenge of ever-changing business environments. The future state of business demands that we think differently. At the College of Charleston, we'll provide you with the skills and training to do just that. - Transfer Credit Evaluation
Worried about losing credits? Our Admissions staff can give you a quick and accessible unofficial credit evaluation. Plus, you can get individualized help with our Transfer Equivalency Database to ensure you get the most from your previous coursework.
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Charleston is an historic, vibrant city and we're right in the center of it. While on-campus housing for transfer students can be limited, we can provide you with resources to help you find a nearby place to call home. - Top Career Services
The College's Career Center ranked No. 1 among public master's-level universities, based on access to job placement as well as positive student and recent-alumni experiences with the center.
Why study business administration at the College of Charleston?
You will study in world-class facilities with caring, experienced and diverse faculty. Add a concentration in entrepreneurship, finance, global logistics and transportation, hospitality and tourism management, leadership for sustainability or real estate. Connect with business leaders through hands-on internships and field research that will enrich your experience and build your résumé.
What will I learn?
You will develop a core set of skills and a strong portfolio of experience. Throughout your major, you will gain a foundation in accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing. Choose a concentration and take advantage of in-depth coursework to build your skills.
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Program Highlights
Careers & Outcomes
You'll be well-positioned for successful careers in various industries. Equipped with a strong foundation in business principles, graduates excel in roles such as an analyst, project manager and sales account manager. In addition, our alumni have worked with renowned companies.
- Amazon
- ABC/Disney
- Coca-Cola
- Patagonia
Students have achieved remarkable career outcomes, securing rewarding positions.
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Business Admin entrepreneur: Liam Becker ’16 and John Berdux ’14 are the founders and proprietors of Apis Mercantile, a company providing health supplements, body care and specialty food products made from beehive ingredients and hemp extract.
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About the Minor
If you want general knowledge of business concepts, the business administration minor is for you. No matter what you end up doing in your career, understanding the foundations of business is an advantage.
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