Bachelor of Business Administration - Management (General)

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Florida State University

Program Overview

Florida State University’s Management (General) major offers a broad and flexible foundation in management theory and practice, preparing students for a variety of leadership roles in private business, government, and nonprofit organizations. The program emphasizes core managerial competencies such as leadership, negotiation, multinational management, and the intersection of business and society.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the program allows students to tailor their elective choices to support diverse career paths or prepare for graduate studies, including an accelerated BS/MBA pathway. The curriculum benefits from the input of faculty and industry advisors to ensure real-world relevance and academic rigor.

Course Overview:

Admission Prerequisites (C– or better required):

  • CGS 2100 or CGS 2518: Business Computer Applications

  • MAC 2233: Calculus for Business

  • ECO 2013 & ECO 2023: Macroeconomics and Microeconomics

  • ACG 2021 & ACG 2071: Financial and Managerial Accounting

  • STA 2023: Business Statistics

  • Minimum GPA: Must meet milestones (typically 2.9 GPA for admission)

Core Business Requirements:

  • BUL 3310: Legal & Ethical Environment of Business

  • FIN 3403: Financial Management of the Firm

  • GEB 3213: Business Communications

  • ISM 3541: Introduction to Business Analytics

  • MAN 3240: Organizational Behavior

  • MAR 3023: Basic Marketing Concepts

General Business Breadth:

  • MAN 4720: Strategic Management and Business Policy (Capstone)

  • Two electives selected from approved business breadth courses such as:

    • MAN 3600: Multinational Business Operations

    • MAR 3400: Professional Selling

    • ISM 3003, QMB 3200, FIN 3244, etc.

Other Requirements:

  • RMI 2302: Risk in Business and Society

  • Minimum 45 credits in 3000–4000 level coursework

  • Total Credits: 120 required for graduation

Delivery Mode: Face-to-face at the Tallahassee campus

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Internships in corporate, government, or nonprofit settings

  • International study programs to develop global awareness

  • Student Organizations: AIS Student Chapter and others

  • Leadership development and networking events

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Graduates prepared for entry-level management or operations roles

  • Strong foundation for MBA or other graduate programs

  • Flexible elective options allow for personalized academic pathways

  • Supported by the College of Business’ career resources and advising

  • Curriculum ensures high employability and promotion potential

Program Key Stats

$18,749
$ 30

Aug Intake : 1st DecMay Intake : 1st Dec


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Eligibility Criteria

CCD
2.9
24
65

1050
19
7.0
100

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Manager
  • Administrator
  • Operations manager
  • Consultant
  • Entrepreneur

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