The Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in General Business at the University of Mississippi offers students a flexible and broad-based education in core business disciplines. Designed for students who prefer a customizable curriculum over a specialized track, this AACSB-accredited program enables learners to tailor their studies by combining business knowledge with an outside minor in fields such as art, chemistry, biology, or entrepreneurship.
Course Overview:
Years 1 & 2: General education (composition, math, science, fine arts), introductory accounting, economics, business communication, legal environment
Years 3 & 4: Business core (finance, marketing, IT, supply chain, entrepreneurship), business electives (300+ level), experiential learning (internship/study abroad), outside minor courses, capstone in strategy
Sample Core Courses:
Accounting: ACCY 201 & 202 – Principles I & II
Business Core: GB 310 (IT), GB 320 (Supply Chain), GB 330 (Finance), GB 350 (Marketing), GB 370 (Entrepreneurship & Management), GB 490 (Strategy Capstone)
Professional Skills: BUS 250 (Legal Environment), BUS 271 (Business Communication)
General Education Requirements:
First-Year Composition
Humanities/Fine Arts
Mathematics
Lab Science
Social Science
Required internship or study abroad experience (3 credits)
Real-world exposure to business applications and global markets
Opportunity to align work experience with minor area or career interests
Graduates are prepared for diverse roles across industries due to broad training
Ideal foundation for graduate programs in business, law, public administration, or entrepreneurship
Encourages career adaptability and interdisciplinary exploration
Career support includes resume assistance, interview prep, business networking, and internship placement
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