Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the University of Maine provides students with a broad understanding of how businesses operate, grow, and make strategic decisions. Through studies in accounting, finance, marketing, management, business analytics, and digital business, students develop the leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills needed to pursue careers across industries or prepare for entrepreneurial opportunities.

Curriculum Structure

The program requires 120 credits and combines business core courses with general education and elective studies. The following is a broad year-by-year learning progression based on UMaine’s published sample schedule.

Year 1: Building Business Foundations

Students begin by exploring how organizations operate through Introduction to Business (MGT 101) and Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 120). They also develop digital and analytical skills through Digital Business Transformation (BIS 235) and Excel Fundamentals for Business Analytics (BUA 105), alongside communication and general education courses.

Year 2: Developing Core Business Skills

The second year strengthens students’ understanding of financial decision-making, business operations, and organizational management. Courses such as Principles of Financial Accounting (ACC 201), Principles of Managerial Accounting (ACC 202), Introduction to Marketing (MKT 270), and Principles of Management and Organization (MGT 225) help students understand how businesses manage resources, customers, and teams.

Year 3: Applying Business Knowledge

Students progress into more advanced business topics, including Business Finance (FIN 350), Business and Technical Writing (ENG 317), and upper-level business coursework. They can build professional experience through internships, career development activities, and applied learning opportunities while developing the ability to communicate and evaluate business decisions.

Year 4: Strategic Thinking and Professional Preparation

In the final year, students bring together their knowledge of business functions, analytical methods, and organizational strategy through advanced business coursework and electives. The program’s broad foundation prepares students to approach business challenges from multiple perspectives and transition into professional roles or further study.

Focus Areas

Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, Business Analytics, Digital Business, Business Law, Information Systems, Global Business, Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship

Learning Outcomes

Students develop the ability to understand business operations, analyze organizational challenges, apply financial and analytical concepts, communicate effectively, evaluate business decisions, collaborate across business functions, and use digital business knowledge to support organizational goals.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The Maine Business School holds accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). UMaine reports that its Business Administration programs are AACSB-accredited, providing an externally reviewed business education framework aligned with standards for curriculum, faculty, and student learning.

Reputation (Employability and Recognition)

The Maine Business School reports that it has maintained AACSB accreditation since 1974 and received re-accreditation in 2025. The school also highlights internships, real-world class projects, networking with employers and alumni, and professional development opportunities as part of its undergraduate experience.