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Boston University’s Questrom School of Business offers the BS in Business Administration (BSBA), a highly flexible and experiential undergraduate degree designed to develop globally minded business leaders who see business as a platform for positive change. This top-ranked program emphasizes early and sustained exposure to real-world business challenges, cross-functional team learning, and specialization through advanced-level concentrations.
The curriculum begins with foundational courses in ethics, finance, and economics, followed by a signature cross-functional CORE semester that integrates finance, marketing, operations, and analytics through a team-based business pitch. With access to over 90 minors, popular dual degree pathways, and robust study abroad options, students can customize their degree while developing critical skills in leadership, strategy, and innovation.
Foundational & Gateway Courses:
SM131: Business, Ethics, and the Creation of Value
SM132: Measuring Financial Value
EC101 & EC102: Microeconomics & Macroeconomics
MA121/123: Calculus
WR120: Writing Seminar
QM221 & QM222 (or BA222): Statistics and Quantitative Methods
MO221: Leading Organizations
IS223: Information Systems
LA245: Business Law
AC222: Managerial Accounting
Cross-Functional CORE Semester (Sophomore/Junior Year):
FE323: Finance
MK323: Marketing
OM323: Operations Management
QM323: Business Analytics
Integrated business plan project and pitch
Capstone Course:
SI422: Strategy
Career Preparation (Career Journey Series):
ES110, ES210, ES310: Career seminars covering networking, resumes, and recruiting
ES215: For transfer students
Electives & Non-Business Requirements:
13 electives including:
5 courses in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
3 non-Questrom courses (outside BU Questrom)
2 free electives (any BU school)
Concentrations (Choose at least one):
Accounting
Business Analytics
Finance (with optional tracks)
Global Business
Independent Concentration (custom-built)
Information Systems
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Law
Management and Organizations
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Real Estate
Strategy
Dual Degrees & Minors:
Dual Degrees: Economics, International Relations, Communications
Minors: 90+ across BU; minimum of 12 unique credits per minor
Action Learning: Real-world business problems integrated into all years
CORE Project: Design and pitch a business during the integrated CORE semester
Client-Based Coursework: Frequent industry interaction and feedback
Career Journey Program: Continuous support through resume building, networking, and mock interviews
Study Abroad & Global Programs: Strongly encouraged with dedicated global business tracks
99% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months
Graduates work in top firms across consulting, tech, finance, and strategy
Access to BU’s wide alumni network and on-campus recruiting events
Career support provided by the Feld Center for Career & Alumni Engagement through coaching, internships, and employer events
School Report, Counselor Recommendation, Mid Year Report, Final Report along with Teacher Evaluation (1) RequiredApplication to be done through Common AppCommon App personal essay required to be done College questions - 1 optionalThis college does not use a writing supplement for any additional writing requirements.Accreditation: AACSB-accreditedSAT/ACT Update: Boston University remains test-optional through Fall 2028 and Spring 2029 for all undergraduate programs and scholarships. Our holistic admissions process values your academic and personal accomplishments beyond test scores. Whether or not you submit SAT/ACT results is entirely up to you.English Language Proficiency: If your first language is not English, you must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test (DET).SAT/ACT score reporting: Boston University accepts self-reported test scores via your application or the MyBU Applicant Portal. Official scores will be required before enrollment, and discrepancies may affect admission. BU codes: SAT: 3087 ACT: 1794 BU superscores both SAT and ACT, using your highest section scores across test dates.Financial Documentation: F-1 and J-1 visa applicants must submit financial documentation confirming funds for annual study costs. Submit the Confidential Statement for Financing Studies & Sponsorship Support form and a current (dated within 12 months), English, and liquid funds statement matching the sponsor’s name. You can upload these documents via the Common App (under Boston University’s section) or the MyBU Applicant Portal. Keep copies for your visa process, U.S. entry, or transfer. Early Decision applicants must submit financial documents by the application deadline for review to proceed.Study abroad opportunity available and is encouragedConsulting AnalystMarketing AssociateInvestment Banking AnalystFinancial AnalystData AnalystProduct ManagerBusiness Development Manager
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