Business Degree | Bachelor of Science in Business | University of the Potomac

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Business Degree | Bachelor of Science in Business | University of the Potomac
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Reach your career goals with a business degree
Our business degree will provide a broad foundation covering the major functional areas in business: accounting and finance, business management, marketing and operations. The degree focuses on giving students the ability to develop skills and knowledge that can be applied to problem solving across these different functional areas and in any business, industry, organization or government agency context.
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Business Degree Overview
Business degrees continue to be valuable in the marketplace. Most companies with business-related positions require a bachelor’s degree in business and our program provides opportunities and many advantages.
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Business Courses & Curriculum
To receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Business , students must earn 120 semester credit hours. Unless noted otherwise, all courses carry three semester credits hours. Program requirements are listed below.
Lower Division Requirements (60 credits)
Required Management Courses
18 credits
COMP 110 Computer and Office Applications
ENGL 101 English Composition I
ENGL 102 English Composition II
GNED 112 Student Success Strategies
MATH 106 College Mathematics
MATH 110 College Algebra
Required Core Courses
30 credits
ACCT 101 Principles of Financial Accounting I
ACCT 110 Principles of Financial Accounting II
BUS 110 Foundations of Business
BUS 202 Critical Thinking and Decision Making
BUS 230 Business Ethics and the Legal Environment
ECON 201 Principles of Economics
FIN 230 Fundamentals of Finance
MGMT 230 Organizational Behavior
MGMT 235 Introduction to International Business
MRKT 110 Principles of Marketing
Electives
12 credits elective courses
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Prerequisites for Upper Division Courses
Successful completion of general education course requirements
Successful completion of lower division core courses
General Education Requirements
12 credits
ENGL 395 Research and Report Writing
MATH 323 Research and Statistical Analysis
PSYC 201 Principles of Psychology
SCIE 312 Environmental Science and Sustainability
Business Courses
24 credits
MGMT 305 Organizational Communications
MGMT 360 Leadership
MGMT 365 Managing Conflict and Change
MGMT 417 Human Resource Management
MGMT 424 Negotiations Management
MGMT 427 Operations Management
MGMT 435 Strategic Management and Planning
MRKT 319 Principles of Marketing and Advertising
Final Research
CAP480 Capstone Project.
Electives
At least 21 credits must be in upper-division business courses, which may include one of the concentrations below.
Business Administration Requirements & Outcomes
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Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Business are able to:
Analyze the financial health of businesses through financial statements and applicable quantitative and qualitative tools/methodologies.
Apply management principles in ways that optimize organizational resources and respond to the impact of change on business sustainability.
Develop a business plan that considers implementation issues, including the financial, legal, operational, and administrative procedures involved in new business ventures.
General Admission Requirements
Complete an admissions interview conducted in person or via online methods.
Sign and submit an attestation of high school (or equivalent) completion.
Equivalencies include a GED Certificate. Home schooled students must present a diploma that meets the requirements of the state in which it was issued. (Students with non-US credentials please see International Student Admissions Requirements below).
Submit a completed application
Arrange for official transcripts from all colleges/universities previously attended to be submitted to the Office of Records and Registration, University of the Potomac.
Submit grade reports or scores from any recognized college equivalency examinations (e.g., CLEP, DANTES, and Advanced Placement).
Submit certificates from any corporate education training or professional development programs. (Note: An ACE evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for corporate educational training.)
Submit military training documents. (Note: An ACE military evaluation form may be required to determine appropriate credit for military training.)
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Potomac professors are so friendly and the guidance they provide in courses work is amazing. They explain concepts with relevant examples.
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The university is located in Washington D.C where you have easy access to public transport and all the Government offices are near by so you can spend time post college in the DC area.
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Business Development Operations Manager
I really enjoyed the course work and being able to complete it when it was convenient for me. The course schedule allowed me to make progress quickly.
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I was able to receive an exceptional experience by learning in a Hybrid environment, where lectures and exams were held with the same level of intensity and tension as I would be in the classroom.
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Bachelor in Business Jobs & Opportunities
Planning Analyst
Planning Analysts research and report data regarding cost, feasibility, and profitability on short- and long-range strategic plans.
Small Business Owner
Small Business Owners plan, direct, and manage all functions from operations to marketing to accounting, ensuring business health and profitability.
Sales Manager
Sales Managers direct the business development activities of sales personnel, ensuring revenue targets are met or exceeded.
Planning Analyst
Planning Analysts research and report data regarding cost, feasibility, and profitability on short- and long-range strategic plans.
Small Business Owner
Small Business Owners plan, direct, and manage all functions from operations to marketing to accounting, ensuring business health and profitability.
Sales Manager
Sales Managers direct the business development activities of sales personnel, ensuring revenue targets are met or exceeded.
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Business Concentrations
Accounting
Accounting Concentration Courses
ACCT 290 Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 301 Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 320 Intermediate Accounting III
ACCT 307 Cost Accounting
ACCT 330 Assurance and Audit Services
ACCT 402 Corporate Taxation
Early Childhood Development *
Early Childhood Development
Courses
ECD300 Curriculum Planning & Design for Early Learners
ECD303 Best Practices in School-age and Youth Care
ECD305 Exceptional Children
ECD308 Socialization and Group Care of Infants and Toddlers
ECD403 Early Childhood Intervention
ECD425 Behavior Management for Special Needs
Finance
Finance Concentration Courses
FIN 310 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
FIN 320 Asset Management
FIN 330 Corporate Finance
FIN 340 Financial Reporting and Analysis
FIN 350 International Banking and Finance
FIN 400 Derivatives and Risk Management
Healthcare Management *
Healthcare Management Concentration
HLTH300 Health Information Services Management
HLTH320 Healthcare Enterprise Systems
HLTH410 Health Care Information Law, Privacy, and Security
HLTH421 Health Care Organizations and Finance
HLTH435 Health Care Quality Management
HLTH440 Economics of Health Care Organizations
Geospatial Business Intelligence *
Geospatial Business Intelligence Concentration Courses
GIS 201 Principles of Geography and Digital Cartography
DACS 210 Introduction to Data and Data Management
GIS 300 Principles of Geospatial Intelligence and GIS Technology
GIS 302 Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
GIS 350 Geospatial Technology in Analytics
GIS 450 Advanced Geospatial Business Intelligence
Government Contract Management
Government Contract Management Concentration Courses
MGMT 308 Government Contract Law
MGMT 326 Principles of Federal Acquisition (FAR and DFARS)
MGMT 330 Purchasing and Material Management
MGMT 332 Cost and Price Analysis
MGMT 350 Contract Administration
MGMT 450 Contract Modification and Options
Information Management *
Information Management Concentration Courses
CBSC 320 Information Security
MCAP 303 Organization and Technology of Information Management
MCAP 351 Management Support Systems
MICS 341 Systems Analysis and Design
MICS 455 Computer Networking and Telecommunications
MICS 461 Database Management
International Business
International Business Concentration Courses
BUS 310 Export/Import Marketing
MGMT 311 Supply Chain Management
MGMT 303 International Business Management
MGMT 440 International Organizational Development Strategies
MRKT 424 International Marketing
MRKT 450 New Product Development (US and Global) Management Concentration
Marketing
Marketing Concentration Courses
MRKT 350 Salesmanship
MRKT 424 International Marketing
MRKT 425 Consumer Behavior
MRKT 427 Marketing Management
MRKT 450 New Product Development (US and Global)
MRKT 490 Marketing and Social Media
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Bachelor in Business Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Business Degree?
A Business Degree is one of our undergraduate programs. As a student, you will study marketing, accounting, finance, and management as part of a business degree. With a Business Degree, you will get prepared for positions in fast-growing industries such as healthcare, technology, and financial services.
How long is a Business Degree?
Depending on whether you will choose to study full-time or part-time, on-campus or off, earning a Bachelor’s in Business Degree will typically take you four years to complete.
How much does it cost to get a Business Degree?
UOTP aims to provide qualitative education at an affordable price. So we can assure you that it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to get your degree. You can have a clearer idea of how much you will be spending on your education by
calculating your cost
. Not to forget that UOTP offers
financial aid
, scholarships, and other financial resources to keep your education affordable.
What can you do with a Business Degree?
With the Business Degree you will receive from UOTP, you will be able to get a hold of a number of business-related positions—from a financial manager, management analyst, fundraiser, human resources specialist to project manager, investment banker, and many more.
Can I get a Business Degree online?
Yes, you can. The University of the Potomac gives you the opportunity to choose whether you want to enroll in an on-campus or online Business program. It is entirely up to you to choose how you want to get your degree.
How can I enroll in a Business program at UOTP?
It all starts with you deciding to study Business. After you make sure that you meet the UOTP
admission requirements
, you check the application deadline and start with
the application procedures
.
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