Bachelor of Science
Business Administration
Choose Your Own Path
Customization, flexibility and exploration — that’s what our Business Administration B.S.B.A. degree is all about. If you know you want a career in the world of business but aren’t quite sure what that career is, you’ll have the opportunity to see what you enjoy most from a wide array of foundational and free elective courses.
A faculty advisor will help you tailor your degree to your career goals by working with you to select electives, including internship opportunities, Directed Experiential Education (DEE) courses and/or study abroad credits.
In foundational business courses, you’ll learn about every level of an organization — from accounting and human resources to marketing and business analytics. Additional courses in the arts and sciences will teach you the professional and interpersonal skills you’ll need for success in any career. Ultimately, you’ll discover what it takes to be a leader, communicate effectively and manage projects.
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Considering an Advanced Degree?
Many Business Administration students opt to pursue a graduate degree, and our accelerated and combined program options allow you to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree in less time. Get a head start on your MBA with a specialization in marketing, finance, HR management and more.
We Mean Business in the Classroom
Whether you fall in love with finance, become a master of marketing or hone in on human resource management, the business world requires a variety of skills and experience. You’ll be prepared thanks to interactive courses, exciting internship opportunities and industry-experienced faculty.
In this program, you can:
- Participate in Directed Experiential Education courses, in which you’ll spend a semester working on a project for a real company.
- Intern at local companies and organizations. Students in this program have recently interned at the RI Chamber of Commerce, Kohl’s, Amica Mutual and more.
- Learn from faculty with years of experience in the industry as consultants, authors, business owners and more.
- Pitch your own business idea in the annual 大象传媒 Sharkfest competition for a chance to win a cash prize to invest in your business.
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Sample Courses
- Business Analytics
- Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing Foundations
- Human Resource Management
- Finance
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.
Explore the full 大象传媒 Catalog course listing:
Career Possibilities
- Financial Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Supply Chain Manager
- Entrepreneur
- Human Resource Specialist
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.
Featured Faculty
Our professors and instructors are dedicated to the success of our students. Learn more about our expert faculty members.
Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor Kenney has taught a variety of courses in management, marketing and advertising from the introductory through senior level.
Associate Professor
Associate Professor Tourani is a researcher and teacher with an expertise in strategy and strategic alliances.
Associate Professor
Prior to joining 大象传媒, Associate Professor Damoah held principal positions at various colleges and universities; he also served as a project management consultant.
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Faculty Contact
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Nancy Tourani
Associate Professor
Department of Management, College of Business
401-598-4696
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