Business Administration Degree Highlights
Build on your experience and earn an accelerated business administration degree.
How would you like to earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration in as little as one or two years? If you’ve been taking steps toward a business administration career, we believe you shouldn’t have to waste time or money taking classes that cover things you already know. Not only will you be able to earn your business administration degree online in less time, you’ll have lots of flexible scheduling options to choose from.
- With our accelerated bachelor’s degree in business administration, you can transfer up to 90 credit hours to help meet our general education, elective and core competency requirements.
- If you already have some relevant work experience, you could also turn that experience into credits that count toward a bachelor’s degree. This way, you can earn your business administration bachelor degree as quickly and conveniently as possible and start making real progress in your career.
- You can take classes for the business administration degree online or at any of our Michigan campus locations—or both! This is a degree program that truly fits your life.
- The accelerated business degree online at Baker College is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
Learn Your Way
Business administration courses are taught through Baker Online. Plus, general education and prerequisite courses are typically available through Baker Online, Online Live, and on all campuses throughout Michigan.
Learn MoreWhy Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration?
Management professionals organize, plan and lead people and activities within organizations. These professionals are often expected to develop skills in several of the following areas: marketing, finance, accounting, operations and information management. Working closely with their teams, managers assign work; ensure the teams have appropriate resources, skills and training; and keep them motivated. It is challenging work that requires effective problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills.
Business Administration Curriculum
The Baker College business administration bachelor degree is a 4-year, IACBE-accredited program consisting of 120 credit hours (24 hours of business administration major courses, 18 hours of core competency electives, 48 hours of electives, and 30 hours of general education requirements). Our business administration courses include international business, marketing management and a strategic development and implementation capstone.
Sample Courses
International Business Practices
Marketing Management
Strategic Development and Implementation
Bachelor's in Business Administration Outcomes & Performance
Our quality-focused, market-driven and rigorous accelerated bachelor's degree curricula will establish and enhance core business knowledge and the ability to anticipate and react to societal changes, as well as provide students with technological proficiency, the ability to make ethical decisions and the communication skills that embody the professional acumen graduates in the business administration major need to make positive contributions to their chosen fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, business administration is a versatile and in-demand major that opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities across industries. At Baker, the bachelor of business administration equips students with practical skills in leadership, strategy, and data-driven decision-making—preparing graduates for roles in management, marketing, finance, and beyond. It’s an ideal path for students seeking flexibility, upward mobility, and strong job market relevance. Learn more about the advantages of earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Baker’s accelerated bachelor's degree online delivers the full 120‑credit undergraduate business administration curriculum in a highly focused, time-efficient format allowing students to earn their degree in significantly less time than a traditional four-year path—often in about half the time. This faster format is ideal for those looking to launch their business careers or advance professionally without extended delays.
Yes! The business administration bachelor degree is available 100% online through Baker Online, allowing you to complete the full 120‑credit program from anywhere on your own schedule. While core business administration courses are only offered online, you can choose to mix in required general education courses available at local Michigan campuses if desired.
The business administration online program is designed to build both strategic thinking and hands-on proficiency with tools used in today’s business world. Students graduate with a strong foundation in communication, analysis, and leadership, as well as experience using industry-relevant technologies.
Key business administration skills and tools include:
- Strategic Planning: Learn to analyze business environments and develop competitive strategies
- Financial and Data Analysis: Use financial tools and metrics to support data-driven decisions
- Business Software Proficiency: Work with platforms like Microsoft Excel, data analytics tools, and ERP systems
- Professional Communication: Practice writing reports, delivering presentations, and collaborating in teams
These competencies prepare graduates for leadership roles across various industries or for continuing into Baker’s online MBA program.
A bachelor's in business administration offers one of the most versatile and career-focused undergraduate paths available. At Baker, this BBA degree provides a strong foundation for leadership, entrepreneurship, and advancement in nearly any industry.
Top BBA degree benefits include:
- Career Flexibility: Qualifies you for roles in marketing, finance, HR, operations, and more
- Job Market Advantage: A business administration degree is one of the most in-demand qualifications for employers
- Transferable Skills: Gain expertise in problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking
- Graduate School Preparation: Sets the stage for advanced degrees, like Baker’s online MBA pathway
- Earning Potential: Typically leads to higher starting salaries and long-term income growth
With its mix of theory, application, and customization, the bachelor in business administration is an ideal launchpad for a successful and adaptable business career. Learn more about the BBA program benefits.
A business administrator oversees the daily operations and strategic planning within an organization to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Their responsibilities can vary by industry and role but often include managing teams, analyzing performance data, coordinating projects, budgeting, and supporting decision-making at the leadership level.
With a business administration bachelor degree from Baker, graduates are prepared to step into various roles across fields such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations.
A degree in business administration opens the door to a wide variety of career paths across industries. Students graduate with versatile skills that can be applied in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings.
Business administration career options include:
- Marketing Manager: Develop strategies to promote products and engage customers
- Financial Analyst: Interpret financial data to help companies make smart investment decisions
- Human Resources Specialist: Oversee hiring, training, and employee relations
- Operations Manager: Streamline business processes and improve organizational efficiency
- Sales Manager: Lead sales teams and drive revenue growth
- Business Consultant: Advise organizations on strategy, structure, and performance improvements
- Entrepreneur: Start and manage your own business with a strong foundation in all key areas
With the bachelor of business administration, you can also pursue graduate study, including Baker’s MBA, to expand your opportunities even further.
Bachelor's in Business Administration Accreditation
External peer review is the primary means of assuring and improving the quality of higher education institutions and programs in the United States. This recognition is accomplished through program accreditation, approval or certification.
The College of Business at Baker College has received specialized accreditation 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 view our IACBE member status page.
Online Business Administration Classes Available Anywhere
The Baker College accelerated business degree online is available to students across the country. In Michigan our students come from Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Cadillac, Dearborn, Detroit, Flint, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Lansing, Kalamazoo, Muskegon, Owosso, Traverse City, and many other locations. Beyond Michigan, our online graduates hail from Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and other states.
On Campus Unavailable
Core courses for this degree program are not offered on campus.
For those interested, a selection of general education and prerequisite courses are available on campus each semester.
View campus locationsAvailable on Baker Online
Courses for this degree program are available through Baker Online.
100% online, this format offers flexible scheduling with 8-week semesters
Baker OnlineUnavailable on Online Live
Core courses for this degree program are not offered through Online Live.
For those interested, a selection of general education and prerequisite courses are available through Online Live each semester.
Online Live