Business Administration

A student works on a laptop with an open notebook next to it.
Program Type
B.S.
Est. Time to Complete
4 Years
School
Graham School of Business
Delivery Mode
On Campus
Three students are talking outside of the Willman Business Center.

A jack-of-all-trades major with serious growth potential in business.

Any career in business can benefit from a business administration degree, whether your goal is a small business or a corporate board room. We give you the solid understanding you need in multiple disciplines, with enough depth so you can shine in higher-level business discussions. Employers seek out business administration majors because of their critical thinking skills, strong business knowledge, and management potential.

This major sets you up for generalist managerial positions, which are needed in businesses around the world and won’t tie you down to one particular business function. You’ll benefit from studying in our highly-respected business administration program if you want to own/operate a small business, enter corporate management training programs or perform analytical work and projects within an organization.

Your Future in Business Administration

Our graduates have gone on to work for Adams Electric Cooperative, Armstrong World Industries, Capital Blue Cross, Harley Davidson, the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, Shipley Energy and Tyco Electronics.

View Career Development

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

The Business Administration, B.S., program is accredited by ACBSP.

This accreditation focuses on recognizing teaching excellence, determining student learning outcomes, and a continuous improvement model. ACBSP’s student-centered teaching and learning approach, which is measured and analyzed for quality, ensures that students gain the right skills from their educational investment. Institutions with programs accredited by ACBSP are committed to continuous improvement that ensures their business program will give students the skills employers want.

Image
Logo: ACBSP Global Business Accreditation: Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
Visit ACBSP

Business Administration Courses

Your class schedule will include core courses for your major, Gen Next general education classes, and electives. 

Course NameCourse CodeCredits
Financial AccountingACC 2203 Credits
Business CommunicationBUS 2463 Credits
Business Strategy and Policy BUS 4953 Credits
Human Resource ManagementMGT 2203 Credits
Principles of MarketingMKT 1003 Credits

 

Careers in Business Administration

A bachelor's degree in Business Administration opens up a variety of career opportunities. Some of your options may include:

Human Resources Specialist

Management Analyst

Sales Manager

Business Owner or Operator

Project Manager

Training and Development Manager

An advisor and a student sit on a couch in the seating area of a campus office. The student holds a piece of paper as they talk.

Build your dream career, one day at a time.

This is day one. From your first semester on campus through graduation day, York College offers expert advice, professional development opportunities, and personalized support to help you navigate the choices that influence your future. 

Explore resources for a successful college experience: 

Meet the Faculty

View All Faculty
Michele Yoder
Michele E. Yoder, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Management, Marketing, & Entrepreneurship
Associate Professor of Strategy and Business Administration
Graham School of Business
Insoo Cho
Insoo Cho, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Economics
Graham School of Business
James Forjan
James M. Forjan, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Finance
Graham School of Business
James Norrie
James L. Norrie, DPM
Professor, Cybersecurity, Strategy & Entrepreneurship
Graham School of Business
1/

Related Programs

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

In York College's Entrepreneurship and Innovation degree program, you'll delve deep into entrepreneurial business dynamics while gaining hands-on experience in materializing innovative ideas and real-world business plans. With dedicated faculty guidance and invaluable resources such as the J.D. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship, you'll emerge not just with a degree but with a head start in your entrepreneurial journey.

General Business

By pairing business’ core principles with any minor at York College, the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) concentrating in General Business degree provides you with a solid understanding over all the business disciplines and the opportunity to add another area of interest for a unique business education experience. 

Leadership and Management

Students who enjoy being proactive, strengthening resources and improving existing business practices would succeed in this in-demand specialization.