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The BSBA in General Business at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business offers a flexible, interdisciplinary foundation in business disciplines while allowing students to tailor their coursework to suit broad career interests. The program integrates core studies in accounting, marketing, finance, management, operations, and analytics with a strong general education foundation, and is complemented by Drexel’s renowned cooperative education (co-op) program. Students can choose from three curricular tracks—no co-op (four years), one co-op (four years), or three co-ops (five years)—providing up to 18 months of paid professional experience before graduation.
Course overview:
Years 1 & 2: Foundational courses in business and general education
Years 3 & 4: Upper-level business electives, co-op cycles (if chosen), and writing-intensive coursework
Year 5 (if 3 co-op): Finalize upper-level requirements, capstone courses, and career preparation
Co-op Program:
Up to 18 months of full-time, paid experience
Opportunities at Fortune 500 companies, startups, nonprofits, and government agencies
Internships & Consulting Projects: For students not on the co-op track
Student Organizations: Business clubs, case competitions, and networking events foster real-world skills
Professional Certification: Students can pursue industry credentials in project management, analytics, or digital marketing
Graduate Study
MBA or Specialized Master’s: Ideal preparation for graduate business degrees or specialized master’s in finance, analytics, or law
Accelerated Pathways: Some students complete bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a combined format
Professional Development & Networking
Certifications: Project management, analytics, digital marketing, and more
Career Services: Resume workshops, mock interviews, job placement support via Drexel’s career center
Alumni & Employer Network: Access to an engaged alumni base and corporate partnerships for mentorship and employment
Post-Graduate Progression
Immediate Employment: Graduates often secure job offers through co-op networks and employer connections
Graduate Study: Many pursue MBAs, MPA, MS programs, or law school
Entrepreneurship: Graduates can leverage business knowledge and networks to create or scale ventures
CO-OP details: At Drexel, cooperative education—or co-op—gives students a unique chance to alternate between classroom learning and full-time, real-world work experience with university-approved employers. Typically, co-op terms last six months, followed by six months of academic study, allowing students to apply what they learn in real time. Drexel offers two co-op pathways: A five-year program with three co-op experiences, A four-year program with one co-op experience Most majors give students the flexibility to choose between the four-year or five-year option, depending on their career goals and interests. Link: https://drexel.edu/scdc/co-op/undergraduateFinancial Aid details: To be considered for financial aid at Drexel, students must submit both the CSS Profile and FAFSA. However, international applicants only need to complete the CSS Profile for need-based aid. Key Deadlines: Early Action / Early Decision: CSS Profile by Nov 15, 2024 | FAFSA by Feb 15, 2025 Regular Decision: Both CSS Profile & FAFSA by Feb 15, 2025 Winter (January) Entry: Both forms due by Oct 8, 2024 For full details, visit: drexel.edu/admissions/financial-aid-affordability/undergradSAT/ACT Update: Drexel is continuing its Test-Optional policy for first-year applicants, giving students the flexibility to decide whether or not to submit standardized test scores. Key Highlights: Choosing not to submit scores will not affect admission chances. Students can indicate their test preference on the Common App or Coalition App. You can change your choice later via the Discover Drexel portal or by contacting your admissions rep. Applying test-optional won’t affect eligibility for merit scholarships or financial aid. If you choose to submit scores, Drexel also follows a Test-Flexible policy—check their website for accepted exams.English Language Proficiency: If English isn’t your first language and you haven’t completed at least 3 full years of instruction in English, you’ll need to submit scores from an approved English proficiency test. This may also apply to permanent residents whose first language isn’t English. Accepted Tests: TOEFL iBT / TOEFL Essentials (Drexel code: 2194) IELTS Duolingo English Test (DET) Pearson PTE Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency. Exemptions apply if: English is your first language You’ve studied in English for 3+ years You scored 600+ on SAT ERW or 27+ on ACT English Drexel reviews your best section scores across all test dates (including TOEFL MyBest™ Scores). If you believe you’re exempt, email: [email protected]School Report, Counselor Recommendation, Final Report & 1 Teacher Evaluation Required Common App personal essay requiredApplicants who select certain first choice majors in the Academics section will be required to complete an additional writing question using the prompt below: "Reflect on your experiences, personal characteristics, and unique traits that have prepared you for the challenges and opportunities associated with your chosen major. How have these things shaped your goals, aspirations, and potential contributions to your field of study?"Business analystManagement traineeMarketing coordinatorHR associateFinancial analystSales representativeOperations coordinatorProject coordinatorEntrepreneur
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