Business Administration (BS)

A Business Administration degree from AU's Dunham School of Business will prepare you for a meaningful and fulfilling career in business, whether you choose to work at a for-profit, nonprofit, entrepreneurial, family, public, or global organization.

The Business Administration program at AU incorporates a blend of academics and real-world experiences. The highly transferable skills you will gain in this program will make you a versatile job candidate and prepare you for professional success after graduation. You will choose one of two curriculum tracks:

• Business Generalist, which prepares you for diverse roles across industries by providing a broad foundation in core business areas while emphasizing practical skill development, creative problem solving, and career exploration.
• Financial Reports and Budgeting, which prepares you to contribute to organizational planning and performance across a wide range of business environments by developing your skills in analyzing financial information, managing budgets, and supporting data-driven decisions.

When you come to AU’s Dunham School of Business you will find:

• A diverse faculty of teachers and practitioners with meaningful career backgrounds and business relationships.
• Participation in team projects and case studies that bring the working world into the classroom.
• Partnerships with businesses in the Fox River Valley and Chicagoland areas that offer opportunities for dynamic learning experiences.
• A wide variety of internships and job opportunities in small, medium, and large business organizations, as well as graduate-level programs.

At AU, you can expand your career opportunities by double-majoring in Communication, Criminal Justice, English, Environmental Studies and Sustainability, Finance, Graphic Design, or Marketing. And even with a second major, you'll still be able to graduate in four years. You can also pursue a Business Administration online bachelor's degree through AU Online. Please note, only the Business Generalist track is available for online students. 

The Business Administration major also meets the requirements to allow you to continue into AU’s accelerated MBA Plus One Program.