50-53 credits
required for program
- Available online
- Minor Available
Cost
$455 per credit
Timeframe
22–26 months
Discover a flexible, online business administration degree designed to prepare you for leadership roles in a variety of industries. Through our affordable online business administration program, you will learn problem-solving skills from Christian professors with real-world expertise eager to prepare you to step into your calling.
Our online business administration degree may be the right fit if you
- Enjoy managing a team
- Have strong organizational skills
- Want to help organizations operate more effectively
- Value faith-infused curriculum that interlocks faith and purpose
- Appreciate an online format that fits your busy life and allows you to finish your degree in less time
- Crave an interactive and supportive community
Why study business administration at Northwestern?
Our online business administration degree is intentionally designed to be both realistically attainable and undeniably valuable—providing you with a quick return on your investment.
As you pursue a degree in online business administration, you will grow as an effective decision-maker and management leader. Immerse yourself in courses that highlight real-world applications of business principles, including marketing, human resources, economics, healthcare management, and finance.
Experience it all within a supportive Christian community to encourage you as you live out your calling.
Program Features
- Convenient, comprehensive business degree that explores all major business concepts
- Expert faculty who are active business professionals in their fields
- Customizable business administration program with four unique concentration
- Faith-infused curriculum applicable to business-specific settings
- Courses optimized for quality and user experience
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Concentration
Leverage your online business administration degree in the marketplace by pinpointing your area of study. Customize your program by selecting a concentration in:
Prepare for the journey toward business ownership by creating a framework for developing an organization, designing an operational structure, and leading employees in an innovative venture.
Entrepreneurship Courses
Students complete 12 credits specific to entrepreneurship.
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resource Management
- Small Business Management
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
Prepare to take the next step in your career with a bachelor’s degree concentration in healthcare management. Business administration majors who complete this concentration will:
- Gain business management and healthcare management knowledge and experience
- Develop hard skills specific to business and unique to the health industry
- Learn from Christ-centered professors who are experts in the healthcare industry
- Have access to a rich network of health-related organizations and professionals
- Be prepared for leadership positions in senior care and nursing facilities, group homes, rehabilitation centers, supportive care organizations, and medical technology and equipment companies
Healthcare Management Courses
Students complete 14 credits specific to healthcare management.
- Strategic Management in Healthcare
- Healthcare Leadership
- Healthcare Law and Ethics
- Finance Systems in Healthcare
Further your managerial expertise by learning the skills required to propel your organization in operational efficiency, marketplace effectiveness, and cultural transformation.
Strategic Management Courses
Students will complete 12 credits specific to strategic management.
- Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Organizational Strategy
- Human Resources for Competitive Advantage
No concentration declared. Students will complete 12 general business credits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions about earning an online business administration degree? Check out a few of our most frequently asked questions!
Will I be able to successfully juggle coursework with my other responsibilities?
Definitely. We know it can be nerve-wracking to take the next step toward your goals, especially as you consider how pursuing a degree will fit into your busy life.
That’s why we’ve created a value-packed online business management degree program that provides a manageable workload for a busy adult. Experience flexible education and student-friendly courses all within a convenient online format—so you can complete coursework when it’s convenient for you.
Is it affordable?
Yes! It is a top priority to make quality education affordable so that you can ignite your calling right here at UNW. You can expect competitive tuition that’s actually less than the cost of most state undergraduate programs.
More than our commitment to an affordable education, though, is our commitment to a valuable one. Invest in an education at UNW that offers faith-infused learning, a highly interactive online community, courses taught by actively practicing faculty, and student-friendly course design.
Will I have access to support resources?
Absolutely. We believe students of all ages thrive in a learning environment where they feel known, supported, and encouraged. Our online business management program, steeped in faith-infused principles, offers access to free tutoring and coaching resources, personal academic advising, optional live-learning sessions, and — of course — our highly interactive virtual community.
How will faith be incorporated into the curriculum?
We recognize that faith plays an important role in professional life. Our online business management courses provide a flexible space for students to explore their beliefs within the context of a business setting. Not only will you be equipped with real-world knowledge, you’ll learn how to use it to be a God-honoring leader wherever your career takes you.
As I worked through my coursework at UNW it was so evident that God was orchestrating the process. There were many instances where the courses coincided with what we were working through as new business owners, marketing, accounting practices, contracts, and the Business Plan! UNW not only prepared me for my current position, but I have a much broader and clearer perspective of best business practices overall.
Career Opportunities
A business administration degree can immediately open doors to advance in your current position, increase your earning potential, or transition to a new field. With a degree in business administration, you will be prepared to step into leadership roles in both corporate and nonprofit organizations.
What types of work are related to this degree?
- Entrepreneur
- Event Coordinator
- Financial Analyst
- Fundraising Manager
- Healthcare Manager
- Hospital Administrator
- Human Resource Specialist
- Marketing Director
- Market Research Analyst
- Project Manager
- Public Relations Director
- Nursing Home Care Director
- Operations Research Analys
- Sales Manager
Note: Roles in some settings may require additional education or training.
per credit
unique concentrations
career outlook
What will I learn?
As you pursue an online business administration degree at UNW, you will learn to solve problems, communicate effectively, and develop sound business strategies. Plus, take a deeper dive into business leadership and organizational planning in preparation for whatever unique career goals lie ahead for you.
BUS3235
Global Business
A survey of the complexities, challenges and opportunities of engaging in international business, including consideration of entry strategies and MNC operations.
BUS 4435
Business Ethics
An understanding of personal and corporate integrity from a biblical perspective and resolving ethical dilemmas is emphasized. A comprehensive case analysis is required.
MGT3276
Operations Management
All businesses require some form of operations to deliver a product or service to a customer. For most companies, operations is a network of complex processes and systems. This course studies the key operations, including product design, environmental design, facility management, management systems, payroll, HR, finance, and marketing. Students will build operational systems to manage a particular area of an operation, identify problems, and determine strategy for improved performance in the area of operation. This class is an application-based class that draws on content from management, finance, and accounting courses.
MGT 4855
Corporate Strategies and Policies
This is the senior capstone course. Students gain knowledge of the Strategic Management Process through readings and case analysis. Greater business and strategic understanding is then developed with readings in contemporary publications and application to cases. Teamwork, quantitative analysis, current business news and strategic communication are emphasized. Guest speakers and field trips reinforce the topics covered.
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