Business administration

B.A. or B.S.
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online.*
delivery
$411 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
per credit
4
start terms/year

Prepare for an exciting career as a problem-solver and decision-maker — a professional who can identify opportunities and deliver innovative solutions to complex, global challenges — when you enroll in Oregon State University'sonline business administration bachelor’s degree program.

As you progress through this program, you’ll gain practical knowledge that you can immediately apply in various business settings. Whether you aim to launch your own venture or advance in your current career, Oregon State’s online business administration degree will equip you with the tools to thrive in diverse roles, from corporate positions to entrepreneurial endeavors.

Skills you’ll gain in OSU’s online business administration degree program

As a student in Oregon State’s online business administration degree program, you’ll gain the in-demand skills you need to stand out in the job market and level up your career. You’ll learn from expert Oregon State faculty who have real-world industry experience.

  • Public speaking
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing
  • Managing teams
  • Financial planning
  • Leadership development
  • Workplace culture
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Program details

The online coursework in Oregon State's business administration bachelor's program will, among other learning outcomes, provide you with an understanding of the entrepreneurial process, a background in management and organizational behavior, and the opportunity to further develop your decision-making skills through the analysis of business cases.

The online business administration program is offered by Oregon State’s College of Business.

Degree requirements

A minimum of 180 quarter credits — at least 60 of which must be upper-division credits — are required to graduate with your degree in business administration, including:

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Additional program features

When you pursue your business administration degree online, you’ll work with your academic advisor to choose from several options that allow you to focus your studies in an area of particular interest to you. These options require you to earn credits in addition to the undergraduate business core.

While pursuing your business administration degree, you must complete an experiential learning opportunity such as a project, thesis, internship or study abroad experience. You’ll work with Oregon State faculty and your academic advisor to identify an opportunity that aligns with your goals, and the experience can be completed from wherever you're located. Find more details in the academic catalog.

Some degree requirements may be transferred from other institutions. Please note that a minimum of 45 credits of the last 75 credits in this degree program must be completed at Oregon State (online or on campus) to meet the academic residency requirement.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admittance to OSU for appropriate articulation. Additional information about transferring credits is available through OSU’s Transfer Credit Central or you may request an unofficial transcript evaluation through the College of Business.

This program is offered by Oregon State's College of Business, which is accredited by AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International is the premier accrediting agency for degree programs in business administration and accounting.

As an undergraduate degree-seeking student, you can apply to earn an honors degree online in your academic major. Earning this prestigious degree gives you the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research, complete a comprehensive thesis experience and engage in co-curricular activities.

Get a jump-start on your MBA or M.S. in Business while working toward your bachelor’s degree in business administration. Through Oregon State’s Accelerated Master’s Platform, current undergraduate students can take graduate-level courses online that will be applied to their bachelor’s degree.

The credits you earn will be transferred to the MBA or M.S. in Business programs. Students enrolled in Oregon State’s online graduate courses will pay the graduate tuition and fees rate.

Tap into a collection of tools that will help you make an immediate impact in your career. The College of Business Career Success Center provides networking opportunities with employers and recruiters that lead to internships and jobs, and staff will help you develop a career path.

You can gain highly specialized skills that are in demand by employers — and do it with less of a time and financial commitment — when you earn a certificate or microcredential online with Oregon State. Choose from a large collection of short-form offerings that can help you upskill quickly.

Careers in business

The knowledge you acquire in Oregon State’s online business administration degree program will help you fill in-demand jobs in the global marketplace. As a leader in this area, you’ll enter the workforce ready to provide insights in economic sectors that need business experts.

Job market outlook

Use the interactive tool on this page to discover employment trends, top occupations and salary details for professionals who have skills related to business administration. Please be aware that completing a program related to the job market information shown here does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.