Program Overview
Do you have an associate degree or equivalent credits in any field? Do you seek a highly flexible business bachelor’s degree to maximize your career potential in any industry, including businesses within the private or public sector and even international organizations?
Earn your bachelor’s degree in half the time (only 2 years, if you meet the necessary prerequisites and requirements) through our accelerated Business Studies bachelor’s degree program.
The program provides a broad understanding of current business practices and the effective organization of a company’s financial and human resources to prepare for long-term growth.
Core business classes and management studies combine to help you gain the tools to plan, manage and run the practices of an organization. You can also tailor your degree by focusing on an area that best suits your unique career goals, including operations management, human resources, international business, marketing and entrepreneurship.
You’ll learn from faculty with industry experience who combine the latest theory with real-world situations. They’ll guide you on the application of effective management techniques through classroom discussion and active learning with projects and case studies from real companies.
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This program is available in Providence, Charlotte and online.
Career Possibilities
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.
Sample Business Studies Courses
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Introduction to Business and Management
- Macroeconomics
- Marketing Foundations
- Organizational Behaviors
- Global Strategy Capstone
In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
For a full course listing, visit the JWU Catalog:
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