4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
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.
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
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
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
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