Business Administration B.A.
- Communication: Students will be able to organize thoughts and compose ideas to demonstrate articulate written, oral, listening, visual, and media skills for effective presentation to varying audiences
- Management and Teamwork: Students will be able to work with others in diverse and cross-functional environments and manage and lead teams to achieve stated objectives
- Thinking (critical, strategic, creative) and problem solving: Students will demonstrate excellence in critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, and strategic planning so as to be able to link data, knowledge and insight to make sound strategic decisions on a timely basis
- Ethical Reasoning and Spiritual Formation: Students will be able to engage in ethical reflection, evaluate ethical issues, and apply ethical principles and moral values in decision-making
- Decision Making: Students will conduct research and apply analytical decision-making skills to identify structure and solve business problems
- Business Tools and Technology: Students will exhibit technical expertise and demonstrate the use of information technology as a tactical and strategic resource for business professionals
Students working towards a degree in Business Administration may select an optional concentration in International Business, Management or Organizational Psychology. Academic requirements for these optional concentrations can be found here.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements 1 | 50 | |
| Business and Management Core Requirements | 39 | |
| Business Administration Major Requirements | 18 | |
| General Electives | 13 | |
| Total Units | 120 | |
Business and Management Traditional Undergraduate Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division | ||
| ACCT-225 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT-226 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BUSN-125 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| BUSN-215 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| BUSN-216 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods 2 | 3 |
| MATH-116C | College Algebra | 3 |
| or MATH-170C | Precalculus | |
| COMM-273 | Visual Technology | 3 |
| or COMM-290 | Intro to Interpersonal Communication | |
| or COMM-333 | Small Group Leadership | |
| Upper Division | ||
| BUSN-316 | Business Law | 3 |
| BUSN-455C | Business Policy and Strategy (Capstone Course) | 3 |
| FINC-335 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| MNGT-325 | Management Theory/Practice | 3 |
| MRKT-360 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Total Units | 39 | |
Business Administration Major
In addition to the Business and Management Core Requirements for a Business Administration Major, students must successfully complete the following courses:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Division: | ||
| FINC or ACCT | 3 | |
| MNGT | 3 | |
| MRKT | 3 | |
| ACCT/BUSN/FINC/MNGT/MRKT | 3 | |
| Upper and/or Lower Division: | ||
| Department of Business and Management courses | 6 | |
| Non-Department of Business and Management courses require prior approval of the Chair of the Department of Business and Management. | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
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Number of units required from the Core Curriculum not included in the major requirements below.
- 2
Three of the 57 units count toward Core Curriculum
Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Business and Management.
Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.
| Year 1 Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CORE-100C | Cornerstone | 1 |
| BUSN-125 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| ENGL-120C | Persuasive Writing | 3 |
| THEO-101C | Foundations of Christian Life | 3 |
| MATH-PLHDAC | Math Algebra Or Precalculus | 3 |
| SOC-PLCR | Social Science Core Curriculum Reqm't | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 1 Term 2 | ||
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| KINE-148C | Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Lecture | 3 |
| HIST-PLCR1 | History Core Req (US Hist Or Democracy) | 3 |
| BUSN-215 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| SOC-PLHD2 | Social Science Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 Term 1 | ||
| BUSN-216 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ACCT-225 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ENGL-220C | Researched Writing | 3 |
| NT-101C | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| COMM-201C | Speech Composition and Presentation | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 Term 2 | ||
| OT-201C | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| ACCT-226 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| HIST-PLCR2 | History Core Requirement (World Civ) | 3 |
| FINA-PLCR | Fine Arts Core Curriculum Requirement | 3 |
| MRKT-360 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 3 Term 1 | ||
| MNGT-325 | Management Theory/Practice | 3 |
| ENGL-230C | Literature and the Human Experience | 3 |
| FINC-335 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| COMM-BUSPH | COMM Requirement Placeholder | 3 |
| NSCI-PLCR | Science Lec/Lab Requirement | 4 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 3 Term 2 | ||
| THEO-300C | Developing a Christian World View | 3 |
| BUSN-316 | Business Law | 3 |
| MNGT-PLUD3 | Upper Division Management Elective (3u) | 3 |
| BUSN-PLACFN | Upper Div Acct Or Finc Elct | 3 |
| ELCT-PLUD3 | Upper Division General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 4 Term 1 | ||
| BUSN-PLUD3A | Upper Div Business Dept Elective (3u) | 3 |
| BUSN-PLUD3B | Upper Div Business Dept Elective (3u) | 3 |
| BUSN-PLGE3 | General Business Dept Elective (3 Units) | 3 |
| ELCT-PLHD3A | General Elective 3 Units | 3 |
| MRKT-PLUD3 | Upper Division Marketing Elective (3u) | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 4 Term 2 | ||
| CHIS-400C | Christian Heritage | 3 |
| BUSN-455C | Business Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| ELCT-PLHD6 | Electives 6 Units | 6 |
| ELCT-PLHD1 | Elective Course 1 Unit | 1 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 120 | |
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