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Business Administration

A collection of concepts, functions, and ethics that are the foundation of creating and managing successful businesses.

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Young business people having a conversation

Types

Associate
Bachelor
Minor

Location

On-Campus
Online

Credits

39*

Cost

$9,875
$220/per credit hour

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, from communicating effectively to business 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 with your business administration degree ready to help innovative companies grow thrive, and benefit the world around us. At Cumberlands, we mean business. 

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By the numbers

$98,980

Average Salary

6%

Industry Growth

5

National Distinctions

96%

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Common Questions in Business Administration

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Programs & Requirements

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. 

General Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration provides students with a comprehensive understanding of modern business operations, leadership, and organizational strategy. The curriculum combines foundational business principles with practical applications in management, finance, economics, marketing, business analytics, and organizational leadership. Students develop the skills needed to analyze business challenges, make data-driven decisions, manage teams, and adapt to changing global markets. Through coursework focused on business strategy, communication, problem-solving, and professional development, students gain a versatile business education that prepares them for leadership roles across a wide range of industries. Graduates are equipped to succeed in corporate environments, entrepreneurial ventures, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and graduate business programs.

What You'll Learn

Students in the Business Administration program develop knowledge and skills in:

  • Business management and organizational leadership
  • Strategic planning and business decision-making
  • Business analytics and data-driven problem-solving
  • Principles of marketing and consumer behavior
  • Financial management and business finance
  • Microeconomics and macroeconomics
  • Business statistics and quantitative analysis
  • Human resource management and team leadership
  • Business law and the legal environment of business
  • Professional communication and business presentations
  • Project management and operational effectiveness
  • Entrepreneurship and innovation management
  • Ethical leadership and corporate responsibility
  • Global business and international markets
  • Critical thinking and organizational problem-solving
  • Career development and professional readiness

Graduates learn how to lead teams, evaluate business performance, analyze organizational challenges, and develop strategies that drive growth and operational success. They gain practical business skills that can be applied across industries, preparing them for careers in management, operations, sales, marketing, finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organizational leadership.

Course Requirements

Minor in General Business

A minor in General Business provides students with a broad understanding of the key principles and practices that drive success in the business world. This interdisciplinary program is designed to complement students' major areas of study by introducing them to fundamental concepts in various business disciplines, including management, marketing, finance, accounting, and entrepreneurship. A minor in General Business can enhance graduates' employability across a wide range of industries or serve as a foundation for further studies in business-related fields at the graduate level if they choose to pursue advanced education or professional certifications.

Minor Requirements (21 Credit Hours)

Associate of Science

Maybe you already have some business administration know-how but want a business 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 in business administration will cover the foundational knowledge and skills you need to succeed in business. 

Required Courses

Strategic career development is literally a class dedicated to preparing you for the real world. In that course, you do everything from writing your resume to creating your LinkedIn profile to actually reaching out to professionals on the platform to build your network. 
Ana Muse, '26
Somerset, KY | Marketing & Communication Arts

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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.

Demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts in the functional areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and management.
Examine the ethical obligations and responsibilities of the business decision-maker and the business.
Demonstrate analytical and critical-thinking skills in the context of organizational decision-making.
Evaluate the global, legal, social, and economic environments of business.
Apply decision-support tools and resources for problem-solving and business decision-making.
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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.

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Faculty Experts in Business

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Dr. Robert (Kevin) Meade

Dr. Robert (Kevin) Meade

Director | Graduate Programs
Business

Dr. Robert (Kevin) Meade

Contact Information

512.599.2796
robert.meade [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Roman Guillory

Dr. Roman Guillory

Adjunct Professor
Business

Dr. Roman Guillory

Contact Information

roman.guillory [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Courtney Daniels

Dr. Courtney Daniels

Adjunct Professor
Business

Dr. Courtney Daniels

Contact Information

courtney.daniels [at] ucumberlands.edu
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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

Please review our Public Disclosure of Student Achievement.

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