Bachelor of Business Administration - Management

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Iowa State University

Program Overview

This degree at Iowa State University’s Ivy College of Business equips students with the leadership and strategic thinking skills needed to guide teams, projects, and organizations across industries. This versatile program supports careers in both the private and public sectors including startups, global corporations, nonprofits, healthcare, government, and family businesses.

With a curriculum grounded in communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, inclusivity, and organizational change, students develop a broad and flexible managerial skillset. The program emphasizes evidence-based decision-making, project management, and adapting to technology and globalization. Students benefit from strong job outcomes and early access to internships.

  • AACSB-accredited Ivy College of Business

Course overview:

  • Year 1: Core courses in economics, writing, math, and introductory business

  • Year 2: Deeper business core including management principles, accounting, and communication

  • Year 3: Core management modules like organizational behavior, inclusion, and conflict resolution

  • Year 4: Leadership, electives in areas like project management or entrepreneurship, and capstone work

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Internships Available Early: Students can pursue internships as early as their first or second summer

  • Capstone & Applied Learning: Final-year projects develop leadership and consulting experience

  • Ivy Writing & Speaking Center: Support for developing executive communication skills

  • Student Organizations: Access to business clubs, entrepreneurship groups, and leadership development programs

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Ideal for students aiming to lead teams, launch businesses, or enter management consulting or project roles

  • Offers a flexible base for graduate programs including MBA, Organizational Leadership, or MPA

  • Students must complete 122 credits, maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA, and earn a C or better in at least 30 credits of core and major coursework

  • Dedicated advising and career coaching to support graduate placement and career exploration

Program Key Stats

$47,601
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Eligibility Criteria

CCC - ABB
2.5
24
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1050
19
6.0
71

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Operations Manager
  • Team Lead
  • Management Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • HR Manager
  • Entrepreneur
  • Business Consultant
  • Nonprofit Director

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