The BS in Business Administration at Auburn University’s Raymond J. Harbert College of Business provides a broad-based, comprehensive education in key business disciplines, including accounting, finance, marketing, supply chain, management, and business analytics. The program emphasizes professional development throughout all four years, combining academic rigor with practical, hands-on experiences.
Students can tailor the degree through a wide selection of business and free electives, enabling specialization in areas aligned with their career ambitions or preparation for graduate study. The program is offered both on-campus and as an online degree completion option.
Course Overview:
Year 1: English Composition, Calculus for Business, Public Speaking, Professional Development I, World History, Core Sciences, Fine Arts
Year 2: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial and Managerial Accounting, Business Analytics I & II, Supply Chain Management, Business Law, Literature
Year 3: Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Introduction to Information Systems Management, Information Analysis, Principles of Finance, Professional Development in Management, Management and Business Electives, Free Electives
Year 4: Strategic Management (Capstone), Professional Development in Business IV, Graduation Requirement Course, Finance/Accounting Elective, International Business Elective, Marketing/Supply Chain Elective, Additional Business and Free Electives
Electives: Finance, marketing, supply chain, international business, or management.
Internships: Strongly encouraged and often earn college credit. Students gain real-world experience with opportunities across management, marketing, analytics, finance, supply chain, and more. Auburn’s Office of Professional and Career Development actively supports internship placements.
Diverse Roles: Students can explore internships in areas like sales, operations, digital marketing, event management, business analysis, accounting, and public relations.
Professional Development Courses: Embedded throughout all four years to build career readiness, networking, and business communication skills.
Student Organizations: Numerous business-related clubs and honor societies foster leadership and practical experience.
Student Employment: On-campus work opportunities enhance leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Capstone Project: Strategic Management capstone integrates business knowledge through real-world analysis and decision-making.
Career Services: Strong employer connections, dedicated career services, and an active alumni network support job placement and career progression.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles across management, marketing, finance, supply chain, business analytics, consulting, and related fields.
The program offers a solid foundation for MBA or other graduate business programs.
Flexible electives and specialized pathways increase graduate marketability across diverse industries.
Internships, professional development, and employer connections contribute to high employability and multiple job offers.
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