Bachelor of Business Administration in Management (BBA-MGT)
For the student with little or no experience, the curriculum for the BBA-MGT provides the foundation for an entry-level management position in purchasing, customer service, human resources management, public administration, office management, or operations.
You will develop an understanding of decision methodology, business resource management, organization structures, business strategy, and business policy. Emphasis is placed on the principles of managing, the skills of decision-making and problem-solving, and the techniques of interpersonal relationships.
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BBA students may elect to replace IT 335 with IT 520 and FIN 310 with FIN 515 in preparation for pursuing a graduate degree at Walsh College. Courses must be completed with a “C” (2.000) or better to be considered for advanced standing.
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$400,000 in Scholarships
Walsh College awards $400,000 in scholarships each year to newly admitted undergraduate students.
Flexibility
Schedule courses around your busy life. You can take courses 100% online or attend class at our Troy, Novi, Clinton Township, or Port Huron locations.
Faculty with Real-world Experience
90% of Walsh faculty hold full-time positions in business while teaching in their area of expertise.
Build Your Network
You'll find Walsh graduates in every Fortune 500 company in Michigan.* Learn alongside working professionals and build a network of success.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Management
Earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management from Walsh College requires a minimum of 127 semester credit hours. This includes the transfer of up to 82 semester credit hours and a minimum of 45 semester credit hours (15 courses) taken while in residence at Walsh College. For complete BBA–MGT graduation requirements, please refer to the Walsh College Course Catalog.
Minors
A student may choose a minor while pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Walsh College. Minors are available in accounting, finance, information technology, management and marketing. A minor is comprised of 12 semester credit hours. For a listing of the courses required, please meet with an academic advisor.
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View the BBA-MGT Course Listing
| Professional Core |
| ACC 300^ |
Financial Accounting |
| ACC 310^ |
Managerial Accounting |
| BL 420 |
The Legal and Tax Environment of Business |
| COM 210^ |
Principles of Business Communication |
| COM 300* |
Communication Essentials |
| COM 320 |
Business Communication Methods |
| COM 340 |
Professional Communication |
| ECN 201+ |
Principles of Economics I |
| ECN 202+ |
Principles of Economics II |
| FIN 310/515 |
Financial Markets |
| FIN 315 |
Financial Management |
| IT 305^ |
Business Computing Tools |
| IT 335/IT 520 |
Business Driven Technology |
| MGT 201^ |
Principles of Management |
| MGT 303^ |
Behavioral Management |
| MGT 461 |
Business Strategy and Policy (Capstone) |
| MKT 202^ |
Principles of Marketing |
| QM 202^ |
Statistics Methods for Business |
| QM 301 |
Statistical Inference for Management Decisions |
| Elective |
Any 400-level course at Walsh College not already required |
| Required Management Major Courses |
| MGT 404 |
Human Resources Management |
| MGT 410 |
Production and Operations Management |
| MGT 453 |
Organizational Leadership |
| MGT 455 |
Globalization and Diversity |
| Electives |
Nine semester credit hours
(three courses from management major elective options below) |
| Management Major Elective Options – MUST CHOOSE THREE BELOW |
| MGT 405, MGT 470, MGT 471, MGT 475, MGT 485, MGT 488, or one 300 or 400-level marketing course not already required in the program. |
*COM 300 is required for all students that obtain a score of 1-3 on the Walsh College Communication Placement Exam.
The Communication Placement Exam must be completed within the student’s first semester of enrollment at Walsh College.
+ ECN 201 and ECN 202 must be taken at the transfer institution prior to attendance or through concurrent enrollment.
The ^ courses are typically transferred from a community college or another accredited educational institution. Additional transfer equivalencies may be established, depending on the course(s) taken and the transfer institution.
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View Admission Requirements
Walsh College BBA-MGT admission requirements:
- Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.000 (on a 4.000 scale); all previous college/university-level coursework will be computed.
- Complete with a grade of “C” (or 2.000) or higher at least 60 semester credit hours (or 90 quarter hours) of coursework at the 100/1000 level or higher. At least 30 semester credit hours (or 45 quarter hours) of your 60 credits must be in liberal arts coursework.*
- One English composition or written communication course.
- One course (or equivalent placement test result) in intermediate algebra or a higher math course.
*All transfer credits must be from an institution regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Employment Opportunities
A management education, coupled with specialized or technical skills, creates the best opportunity for future growth and employment. The market for management jobs in the fields of telecommunications, product development, employee benefits, and managed care has a positive outlook. The market for managers in personnel, labor relations, and property and real estate management are expected to remain competitive. Employment of management positions is projected to grow 11% through 2022.
Management salaries vary greatly depending on company size and level of responsibility. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), the average starting salary range for bachelor’s degree candidates is $50,000. Annual compensation for employees with six years or more of experience ranges from $54,000 to $80,000.