Bachelors in Business Administration - Marketing

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Auburn University

Program Overview

The BSBA in Marketing at Auburn University’s Raymond J. Harbert College of Business is delivered on-campus and equips students with essential skills to develop, communicate, and deliver value in a competitive marketplace. The program emphasizes creativity, analytical thinking, ethical business practices, and strong interpersonal abilities, preparing students for success across diverse marketing disciplines.

Marketing majors complete specialized courses in areas like marketing strategy, digital marketing, consumer behavior, and sales, with opportunities to further specialize through electives and minors like Professional Selling. Students also engage in internships, case competitions, and professional development courses to build industry-ready expertise.

Course overview:

  • Year 1: English Composition I & II, Calculus with Business Applications I, Public Speaking, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Professional Development in Business I, and Creed to Succeed.

  • Year 2: Business Analytics I & II, Business Law, Operations Management of Business Processes, Principles of Marketing, Principles of Finance, Principles of Management, Introduction to Information Systems Management.

  • Year 3: Marketing Research & Analytics, Professional Development in Marketing, Marketing Electives (e.g., Digital Marketing, Professional Selling, Consumer Behavior), Professional Development in Business II.

  • Year 4: Marketing Strategy (Capstone), Additional Marketing Electives, Free Electives, Business Electives, Professional Development in Business IV.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Internships: Strongly encouraged, offering practical experience in marketing, brand management, sales, digital marketing, and market research.

  • Capstone Project: Marketing Strategy course integrates learning to solve real-world marketing challenges.

  • Case Competitions: Students collaborate on competitive marketing cases, enhancing problem-solving, presentation, and teamwork skills.

  • Student Organizations: Opportunities for leadership and networking through marketing-focused clubs and business societies.

  • Strengths Assessments: Completion of MBTI and Chally assessments helps students understand personal strengths for targeted career development.

  • Professional Development: Embedded throughout the curriculum, focusing on communication, career preparation, and professional growth.

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Graduates are well-positioned for careers in sales, digital marketing, brand management, market research, advertising, retail, and business development.

  • Industry sectors include consumer goods, services, technology, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, and retail.

  • Career progression can lead to senior management, marketing leadership, or executive roles with experience.

  • Graduates are prepared for advanced study, including MBA programs or master’s degrees in marketing, analytics, or related fields.

  • Auburn’s career services, professional development support, and strong industry partnerships contribute to successful job placements and career growth.

Program Key Stats

$33,944
$ 60

Jan Intake : 1st NovAug Intake : 1st Feb


78 %
No
No

Eligibility Criteria

BBC - ABB
3.0 - 3.5
28 - 32
80 - 85

1240 - 1360
26 - 30
6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Sales Manager
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Brand Manager
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Advertising Executive
  • Retail Manager
  • Business Development Executive

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