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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityThe Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Management/Business Administration at Virginia Commonwealth University offers a dynamic, flexible education rooted in managerial theory, strategic thinking, and analytical problem-solving. Accredited by AACSB, the program equips students with practical skills in organizational behavior, leadership, entrepreneurship, and human resources.
Over four years, students complete a robust business core alongside specialized management courses. They gain real-world exposure through encouraged internships and project-based learning. The program culminates in a capstone course in Strategic Management, ensuring students graduate with the skills to lead teams, manage operations, and drive business outcomes.
Course Overview:
Capstone: MGMT 434 – Strategic Management
Business Core Courses Include:
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Marketing
Operations & Analytics
Information Systems
Professional Development
Business Legal Environment
Quantitative Analysis
Graduation Requirement
Management/Business Administration Concentration Courses:
Core Courses:
Creativity and Ideation
Managing People in Organizations
Leadership
Survey of Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Negotiation, Influence, and Conflict Management
Strategic Management (Capstone)
Elective Areas (choose one each):
Financial Markets: Investments, Real Estate, Managerial Economics
Global Business: International Management, International Marketing
Management: Compensation, Staffing, Consulting, Social Entrepreneurship, Internship
Analytics & Operations: Business Analytics, Project Management, Global Supply Chain
Systems & Marketing: Systems Analysis, Buyer Behavior, Product Development
Structured internships offered across university departments (finance, security, operations), often paid and for credit, via VCU’s Handshake platform
Participation in student organizations like Alpha Kappa Psi, SHRM, DECA, and Women in Business builds leadership and professional skills
Experiential courses such as Career Development, Creativity and Ideation, and Strategic Management feature consulting projects and real-world case studies
Opportunities to engage in consulting practicums, academic-credit internships, and industry networking
Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level roles such as account manager, analyst, supervisor, HR assistant, or recruiter
Broad-based curriculum supports career progression into mid-level and supervisory roles, depending on internship and elective choices
Many alumni specialize in HR, operations, project management, or consulting
Strong foundation for graduate study, including MBA or M.S. in business disciplines
Employment across corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors, including finance, hospitality, manufacturing, and government
Scholarships are awarded for fall semester applicants only. The deadline for First-Year students applying for scholarship consideration is November 1st.Please note: for scholarship consideration, required application materials (Common Application plus an official high school transcript) must be received by the Admissions office by November 1stVCU will continue accepting applications past the published deadline as long as space permits.Accepted English proficiency tests: Duolingo, IELTS, TOEFL or PTESchool Report & Final Report RequiredCommon App personal essay requiredThis college does not use a writing supplement for any additional writing requirements.Applications can be done through Common App or VCU PortalAccredited by AACSBAccount managerBusiness analystManagement traineeRecruiterSales representativeHR assistantProject managerPurchasing agentCredit analystHotel managerGovernment administrator
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