Learn to Lead
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management guides students in the study of human resource management, human behavior in organizations, organizational theory, strategic management, entrepreneurship, operations management, and business law.
This fully-accredited program equips students with the skills needed to excel in the business management field. A Management, BBA, provides foundational knowledge to aspiring business professionals.
Students can focus their studies in the area best suited for their career goals. There are several online and mostly online concentrations to choose from and each offers a core business curriculum before advancing to specialized coursework.
High-Quality Concentrations
100% Online Concentrations
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General Management
The General Management concentration explores fundamental management principles and practices essential for success in various business environments. Students in this concentration study a broad range of topics, including strategic planning, organizational behavior, leadership, operations management, and decision-making. This concentration provides a solid foundation for aspiring managers to effectively lead teams that drive business growth.
View General Management Concentration requirements.
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Organizational Leadership
The Organizational Leadership concentration prepares students to lead effectively by applying leadership theories at both team and organizational levels, with emphasis on vision, ethics, communication, and team development. It also builds expertise in talent management by exploring recruitment and staffing strategies, labor market dynamics, and performance measurement.
View Organizational Leadership Concentration requirements.
Mostly Online Concentrations
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Hospitality and Tourism
The Hospitality and Tourism concentration equips students with an understanding of industry sectors, including transportation, accommodations, food and beverage, recreation, and event management. The concentration also emphasizes customer relationship management, teaching strategies to build strong and lasting customer connections.
View Hospitality and Tourism Concentration requirements.
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Human Resource Management
The human resources (HR) concentration provides specialized knowledge and skills in managing the people aspects of organizations. Students in this concentration typically study topics such as recruitment and selection, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and HR law and regulations.
View Human Resources Management Concentration requirements.
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International Business
The International Business concentration explores global perspectives in economics, finance, marketing, and business law with insights from world history, international relations, and political science. This concentration prepares students to navigate global markets and diverse international environments.
View International Business Concentration requirements.
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Legal Studies
The Legal Studies concentration offers a solid grounding in legal principles relevant to various areas of business. This knowledge prepares graduates to navigate legal aspects in roles such as contract management, human resources, compliance, intellectual property, and real estate. With this functional legal expertise, students can pursue diverse careers across industries
View Legal Studies Concentration requirements.
For students wanting an in-person program, please visit the College of Business & Technology webpage.
Career Preparation
This degree prepares students for a broad range of opportunities, including but not limited to business operations specialist, sales representative, human resource manager, entrepreneur, director of legal affairs, business consultant, management analyst, and general manager.
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CAREER OUTLOOK AND INCOME TRENDS
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management is accredited by the Association
to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Less than 5% of accounting and business programs worldwide have received this prestigious accreditation.
Steps to Apply
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Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account
Step 1 Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option
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Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal
Step 2 Sign in to the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"
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Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields
Step 3 Choose "Undergraduate," select your student type, select your start term, then choose Management and complete the remainder of the form.
Cost
| TN Residents | *GA, KY, NC, SC, VA | *Other USA States | eRate (Out of State, 100% online) | All International | |||||
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| $464 per credit hour | $493 per credit hour | $599 per credit hour | $532.50 per credit hour | $1,225 per credit hour | |||||
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this program accredited?
This program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB).
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Are the courses for this program asynchronous or synchronous?
The General Management and Organizational Leadership concentrations are asynchronous, meaning they can be completed 100% online.
The Hospitality and Tourism, Human Resources Management, International Business, and Legal Studies concentrations are mostly asynchronous with some on campus classes.
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Does this program require an internship or field work?
No, there are no internship or field work requirements.
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What is the time to completion?
Full-time: Students transferring to ETSU with an A.A. or A.S. degree in Business can complete this program in four semesters. Otherwise, the completion timeline is six to eight semesters.Part-time: This is dependent on the student and their needs/limitations. Students will work with an academic advisor to develop a program of study.
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Are scholarships available?
Yes. Please visit the College of Business and Technology (CBAT) scholarships page for more information. ETSU's Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships offers scholarship information for all student levels. By submitting the Universal Scholarship Application, students can be considered for a variety of university scholarships.