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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Information Technology

bachelor of science in business administration – information technology

Description

Bridging the Gap: How a BSBA in Information Technology Defines the Modern Leader

In the modern corporate landscape, the boardroom and the server room are no longer separate entities. They are inextricably linked, forming the nervous system of every successful organization. As businesses navigate an increasingly digital and globalized economy, the demand has shifted from professionals who simply understand business to those who can master the technology that drives it.

Enter the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Information Technology. This degree is more than a diploma; it is a strategic toolkit designed for the architect of the future workplace.

The Foundation: Business Mastery

At its core, the BSBA program is built on the pillars of organizational success. It transforms students into well-rounded professionals who understand the intricate dance of business theories, financial policies, and administrative procedures. Graduates don’t just observe the machinery of commerce; they learn how to operate it. By honing essential skills in decision-making, critical problem-solving, and decisive leadership, the program ensures that students are not merely participants in the world of business, but the individuals who steer the ship.

The Catalyst: Integrating Information Technology

In today’s hyper-connected world, information technology is the heartbeat of organizational scaling. The American University’s online BSBA in IT concentration takes the classic business degree and supercharges it. It bridges the divide between high-level executive strategy and the technical reality of the digital infrastructure.

Students in this program move beyond general management, diving deep into:

  • System Analysis & Development: Understanding how to build, maintain, and evolve the digital frameworks that keep a company operational.
  • Strategic IT Implementation: Learning how to align computer-based systems with overarching business objectives.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraging programming and technical insight to solve complex organizational challenges.

From Curriculum to Career

The value of this degree is found in its tangible application. Upon graduation, students emerge not just with theoretical knowledge, but with an actionable skill set:

  • Financial Literacy: The ability to dissect and analyze financial statements is coupled with the technical capacity to report that data through sophisticated IT systems.
  • Global Fluency: Graduates are equipped to examine the ripple effects of globalization, understanding how technology bridges borders and influences diverse markets.
  • Management Excellence: By applying best practices in managerial decision-making, alumni are prepared to assume responsible, high-impact roles, ensuring that their organizations are not only competitive but resilient.

The Bottom Line

The modern workplace requires leaders who speak two languages: the language of profit, strategy, and people, and the language of code, data, and systems. By combining the rigorous administrative foundation of a BSBA with the technical prowess of an Information Technology concentration, this program equips graduates to become the bridge between the boardroom and the digital frontier.

Whether you are looking to manage global operations, optimize organizational efficiency, or lead digital transformation, this degree provides the map to navigate the complexities of the 21st-century business world. The future of business is digital—are you prepared to lead it?

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Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree program provides a comprehensive foundation in essential business theories, policies, and procedural frameworks, effectively preparing graduates to assume leadership roles in a professional environment. Beyond mastering core management practices, students cultivate critical skills in strategic decision-making, complex problem-solving, and effective team leadership. Furthermore, the curriculum integrates a strong focus on information technology, ensuring that graduates not only possess a deep understanding of business operations but also acquire the technical competencies and practical applications necessary to thrive in the modern, technology-driven marketplace.

Major Requirements | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

Major Requirements – Group A

Total Required Semester Hours: 30 HOURS

  • BHR 3352 Human Resource Management>
  • BBA 2201 Principles of Accounting>
  • BBA 2010 Introduction to Business>
  • BBA 3201 Principles of Marketing>
  • BBA 3210 Business Law>
  • BBA 3301 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT>
  • BBA 3551 Information Systems Management>
  • BBA 3651 Leadership>
  • BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy>
  • BBA 4751 Business Ethics>

Major Requirements – Group B

Total Required Semester Hours: 6 HOURS

  • BBA 3602 Principles of Management>
  • BBA 3826: Managerial Decision Making>

General Concentration : Total Required Semester Hours: 12 HOURS

  • ITC 4150: Database Design and Implementation>
  • ITC 4010: System Analysis and Design>
  • ITC 3001: Personal Computer Fundamentals>
  • ITC 3450: Introduction to Data Communication>

GENERAL EDUCATION | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

History

  • HY 1010 Western Civilization I>
  • HY 1020 WESTERN CIVILIZATION II>

Humanities and Fine Arts

  • ART 1301 ART APPRECIATION I>
  • PHL 1010 CRITICAL THINKING>

English Composition

  • EH 1010: English Composition I>
  • EH 1020: English Composition II>

Mathematics

  • MAT 1301 LIBERAL ARTS MATH>

Natural Science

  • BIO 1100 – Non-Majors Biology>
  • BIO 1302 ECOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT>

Social and Behavioral Science

  • BBA 2401 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS 2>
  • PS 1010 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT>

Electives | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

  • BSL 4060 Team Building and Leadership>
  • CS 1010 Computer Essentials>
  • BBA 2026 ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION>
  • BBA 2551 INTERCULTURAL MANAGEMENT>
  • BBA 3361 PROFESSIONALISM IN THE WORKPLACE>
  • BBA 3626 PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW>
  • BBA 3221 SALES MANAGEMENT>
  • BBA 4426 International Management>
  • BBA 4851: Production Management>
  • BBA 4226: Risk Management>
  • PS 2010 AMERICAN STATE AND LOCAL POLITICS>
  • PSY 1010 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY>
bachelor of science in business administration – information technology

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