Where hard work and ethics meet versatility and resourcefulness.
With a business administration degree, your options are limitless. You can apply the knowledge and skills you gain from a business administration degree in any industry. From seeing a need and creating a vision to fill it, to communicating effectively, to project management, you’ll learn the principles and processes behind successfully running an organization—or building one from the ground up. That includes everything from developing a high-level business plan and financial strategy to leading teams and managing day-to-day operations. Graduate ready to help innovative companies grow, thrive, and benefit the world around us. At Cumberlands, we mean business.
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Programs & Requirements
* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. Cumberlands requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate’s degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor’s degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.
To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
There’s a reason business administration is a popular and respected major: it can help you build the skills employers look for and unlock opportunities that pay off. A bachelor’s in business administration degree teaches the fundamentals of business management, from ethics to accounting to marketing. Whether you're looking to sell the next groundbreaking product or service, or you’re simply hoping to work a stable job in the business world, the bachelor’s degree program at Cumberlands has everything you need to accomplish your goals.
Course Requirements
BACC131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 133 Introduction to Business
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 300 Business Statistics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 331 Principles of Management
BADM 333 Business Analytics
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
BADM 335 Financial Management
BADM 438 Business Policy and Strategy
BADM 450 Business Ethics
Three hours of upper division electives from accounting, and/or business administration, and/or ITSM 334 Management Information Systems.
No required accounting course will be deemed to be an elective for business administration.
A Bachelor of Arts requires all the same courses as a Bachelor of Science with the addition of four classes (12 hours) in a foreign language.
Choose one foreign language sequence:
FREN 131 Elementary French I
FREN 132 Elementary French II
FREN 231 Intermediate French I
FREN 232 Intermediate French II
SPAN 131 Elementary Spanish I
SPAN 132 Elementary Spanish II
SPAN 231 Intermediate Spanish I
SPAN 232 Intermediate Spanish II
Bachelor's in Business Administration with a Concentration
There are a few great options to boost your résumé before you graduate: good grades, extracurriculars, internships, and academic concentrations. By choosing a concentration, you'll gain deeper knowledge and experience in a specific area of business. In other words, you'll be more marketable to future employers who are seeking to hire someone with a good understanding in that area.
Course Requirements
Credit hours listed are total hours required from the core classes for a bachelor's degree in addition to the given concentration.
BACC 131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 133 Introduction to Business
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 300 Business Statistics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 331 Principles of Management
BADM 333 Business Analytics
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
BADM 335 Financial Management
BADM 438 Business Policy and Strategy
BADM 450 Business Ethics
Plus 18 hours of upper division electives from accounting, and/or business administration, and/or ITSM 334 Management Information Systems. No required accounting course will be deemed to be an elective for Business Administration.
Required Courses:
BACC 131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 133 Introduction to Business
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 300 Business Statistics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 331 Principles of Management
BADM 333 Business Analytics
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
BADM 335 Financial Management
BADM 438 Business Policy and Strategy
BADM 450 Business Ethics
Plus 18 hours of upper division electives from the following Finance related courses:
BACC 331 Intermediate Accounting I
BACC 332 Intermediate Accounting II
BADM 336 Money, Banking, and Credit
BADM 337 Investments
BADM 452 Advanced Financial Management
Choose three (3) hours from the following course options:
BADM 454 Advanced Spreadsheet Analysis
BADM 490 Special Projects in Business and Related Subjects
Required Courses:
BACC 131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 133 Introduction to Business
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 300 Business Statistics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 331 Principles of Management
BADM 333 Business Analytics
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
BADM 335 Financial Management
BADM 438 Business Policy and Strategy
BADM 450 Business Ethics
Plus 18 hours of upper division electives from the following Finance related courses:
BADM 430 Advertising
BADM 433 Services Marketing
BADM 435 Consumer Behavior
BADM 455 Market Research
IDC 330 21st Century Communication Social Media
Choose three (3) hours from the following course options:
BADM 254 Customer Service
BADM 434 Sports Marketing
BADM 451 Marketing Communications and Public Relations
IDC 331 Creative Strategy In Advertising
BADM 490 Special Projects in Business and Related Subjects
Business Administration Courses (18 hours):
BACC 131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
Retailing Courses (33 hours)
BADM 251 Retail Management
BADM 252 Retail IMC
BADM 253 Merchandise Planning
BADM 254 Customer Service
BADM 255 Retail Pricing
BADM 258 Emerging Trends in Retailing
BADM 259 Retailing Practicum
BADM 430 Advertising
BADM 451 Marketing Communications and Public Relations
BADM 490 Special Topics and Projects in Business and Related Subjects
INTR 401 Corporate Internship
Minor in Business Administration
Every major can benefit from a minor in business administration. After all, no matter what career you pursue, it's either connected to a business or is a business on its own. If you want to pursue another passion as your full major but would like some insight into how the business world works, this minor in business administration is for you.
Required Courses (24 hours)
Core Courses for Minor (15 hours)
BACC131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 133 Introduction to Business
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
In addition to nine (9) credit hours chosen from the following courses:
BADM 300 Business Statistics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 331 Principles of Management
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
BADM 335 Financial Management
Associate of Science
Maybe you already have some business administration know-how but want a degree to help prove it. Or maybe you’re a business rookie who’s itching to get out there and work in the business world, but you don’t want to wait for years before you start. Whatever your reason, our two-year associate degree programs in business administration or retail marketing will cover the foundational knowledge and skills you need to succeed in business.
Required Courses
BACC131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BACC 331 Principles of Management
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
Business Administration Courses (18 hours):
BACC131 Principles of Accounting I
BACC 132 Principles of Accounting II
BADM 136 Microeconomics
BADM 137 Macroeconomics
BADM 330 Legal Environment of Business
BADM 334 Principles of Marketing
Retailing Courses (21 hours):
BADM 251 Retail Management
BADM 252 Retail IMC
BADM 253 Merchandise Planning
BADM 254 Customer Service
BADM 255 Retail Pricing
BADM 258 Emerging Trends in Retailing
BADM 259 Retailing Practicum
*This degree is for students transferring in from the Retail Learning Institute, sponsored by Coca-Cola. Students must transfer in 12 of the 21 required Retailing courses in order to be admitted.
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Mission & Goals
The mission of the Hutton School of Business at University of the Cumberlands is to foster academic excellence and student achievement and to provide students with a strong academic foundation that will prepare them to succeed in the business world.
Business Administration Careers & Outcomes
All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Advertising Manager: $133,380
Advertising Manager: $133,380
Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.
Market Research Analyst: $63,920
Market Research Analyst: $63,920
Market research analysts study consumer preferences, business conditions, and other factors to assess potential sales of a product or service.
Development Manager: $120,130
Development Manager: $120,130
Training and development managers plan, coordinate, and direct skills- and knowledge-enhancement programs for an organization’s staff.
Financial Analyst: $95,570
Financial Analyst: $95,570
Financial analysts guide businesses and individuals in decisions about expending money to attain profit.
Top Executive: $98,980
Top Executive: $98,980
Top executives plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals.
Chief Executive: $189,520
Chief Executive: $189,520
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Common Questions
As a business major, you’ll take more business courses and build a stronger foundation in business that will prepare you for career paths that call for comprehensive knowledge. A minor in business administration, on the other hand, requires fewer credits, which frees you up to choose a focus area that aligns with other goals you may have.
With a business administration degree, you can pursue management and leadership roles across diverse industries. Fast-growing jobs that may call for a business degree include administrative services and facilities managers, financial managers, training and development managers. No matter what career you decide, the knowledge and skills you gain from a business administration degree will benefit you, as everyone’s lives are connected with the business world in one way or another.
A degree in business administration opens up a world of opportunities in the growing business industry, as well as opportunities for higher salaries and more versatility and flexibility!
Some necessary skills in the field of business administration include being organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and self-initiating, as well as having strong communication and collaborative skills.
In short, yes! A broad understanding of economics and business principles will be advantageous for you, no matter what career you pursue. From strategic networking, to giving bold presentations in front of your peers, to thinking outside the box, a degree in business administration will help you succeed in all facets of life.
Yes! If you want to pursue a business administration bachelor's degree entirely online, we've got you covered. You'll get the same high-quality education you need while having the flexibility to live off campus, work, and fit in your coursework as you have time.
Faculty Experts in Business
You call it learning about your future professors. We call it networking.

Dr. Veronica Paz
Dr. Sunayna Johnson

Dr. Michelle Preiksaitis
Program Accreditation
The Hutton School of Business at University of the Cumberlands has received specialized accreditations for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please refer to our IACBE member status page.
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