Management, BSBA

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of San Francisco

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management at the University of San Francisco prepares students to become thoughtful, adaptable leaders who can guide teams, manage organisational challenges, and make responsible business decisions. Combining management theory with practical business applications, the program explores organisational behaviour, leadership, human resources, and strategic decision-making, with opportunities to specialise in Event Management or Human Resources.

Curriculum Structure

The BSBA includes university core requirements, business foundation courses, and management major requirements. The following is a general four-year learning progression based on USF’s published course requirements; the university does not prescribe one fixed sequence for every student.

Year 1: Students establish their foundation in business, quantitative reasoning, and communication through Launch into Business (BUS 100), Introductory Economics (ECON 110), and Business Statistics (MATH 106) or Elementary Statistics (MATH 101). They also begin the university's Core Curriculum, developing the academic and analytical skills needed for further business study.

Year 2: Students develop a broader understanding of business operations through Principles of Financial Accounting (BUS 201), Principles of Managerial Accounting (BUS 202), and Foundations of Analytics (BUS 204). Marketing Principles (BUS 302), Foundations of Organizational Behavior (BUS 304), and Systems in Organizations (BUS 308) introduce how people, information, and business functions work together.

Year 3: Students move into management-focused learning through Leadership Live (BMGT 441), Human Resource Management (BMGT 471), and Unlocking Human Potential (BMGT 472), depending on their chosen concentration. These courses help students understand leadership, employee development, organisational effectiveness, and the responsibilities involved in managing diverse teams.

Year 4: Students consolidate their management knowledge through Management Capstone (BMGT 442), applying leadership and management concepts to more advanced organisational challenges. Those following the Human Resources concentration can further develop their expertise through specialised HR coursework, while students in Event Management follow the corresponding concentration requirements.

Focus Areas

Management and leadership, organisational behaviour, human resource management, event management, employee development, organisational effectiveness, business ethics, strategic decision-making, business analytics, communication, teamwork, responsible management.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop the ability to apply management theory to real organisational situations, understand individual and team behaviour, make timely and ethical decisions, lead diverse teams, communicate effectively, collaborate across different perspectives, solve problems, and contribute positively to organisations and society.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The University of San Francisco's School of Management is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school received a further six-year accreditation extension in July 2026 following a peer-review process, recognising its commitment to academic quality, student success, and continuous improvement.

Reputation (Employability and Outcomes)

USF reports an average starting salary of $69,688 for Management graduates from the 2022 graduating cohort. Management alumni have secured positions with organisations including Amazon, Oracle, Franklin Templeton Investments, T-Mobile, United Airlines, and the City and County of San Francisco.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At USF, Management students can connect their academic learning with San Francisco's diverse business environment through internships, employer events, mentorship, and practical projects. The program encourages students to explore leadership and organisational challenges while developing the interpersonal and professional skills needed to work effectively with different teams. Students can also tailor their experience through the Event Management or Human Resources concentration and participate in interdisciplinary projects through the Horizon Collective.

Students can develop practical experience through:

Human Resources concentration: Students can study Human Resource Management (BMGT 471) and Unlocking Human Potential (BMGT 472), developing knowledge relevant to employee relations, talent development, and workplace management.
Event Management concentration: Students can customise their management studies toward event-focused professional interests through the dedicated concentration offered by USF.
Horizon Collective: Beginning in their first semester, students can participate in interdisciplinary real-world projects involving sustainability, artificial intelligence, and health.
Internships and career opportunities: USF's McLaren Undergraduate School of Management highlights access to internships and career opportunities within the San Francisco Bay Area's business environment.
Career fairs and employer visits: Students can attend career fairs, networking events, and company visits to connect with recruiters and learn about professional opportunities.
One-on-one mentorship: The School of Management promotes individual mentorship opportunities that help students develop professional connections and understand employer expectations.
Innovation Showcase: Students can pitch business ideas to entrepreneurs and investors, gaining exposure to entrepreneurship, presentation, and business development.
Global immersion: Students can explore international experiences and global immersion opportunities to develop cross-cultural understanding and broaden their business perspectives.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of USF's Management, BSBA program can pursue professional opportunities in human resources, operations, business development, consulting, and organisational leadership. The program's emphasis on communication, ethical decision-making, teamwork, and organisational effectiveness prepares students for roles that involve supporting people, coordinating business activities, and contributing to organisational growth.

Potential career roles: Human Resources Manager, General Manager, Area Manager, Business Consultant.

Career services: USF provides career fairs, networking events, employer visits, and one-on-one mentorship through its School of Management career preparation activities. These resources help students explore career options, connect with employers, and prepare for recruitment.
Employment and salary outcomes: USF reports an average starting salary of $69,688 for Management graduates in its 2022 First Destination Survey.
Industry connections: Management alumni have worked at organisations such as Amazon, Oracle, T-Mobile, Franklin Templeton Investments, United Airlines, and the City and County of San Francisco. The university also promotes employer visits, networking events, and internship opportunities.
Accreditation value: AACSB accreditation provides external recognition of the School of Management's academic standards and commitment to continuous improvement, supporting the professional credibility of the business degree.
Graduation outcomes: USF Management alumni have held roles such as Account Representative, Associate Advisory Services Consultant, Customer Engagement Consultant, General Manager, Human Resources Manager, and Research & Lab Coordinator.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates may pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA), a Master of Science in Management, Human Resource Management, or a related postgraduate qualification, depending on their career interests and admission eligibility. USF also offers an accelerated BSBA/MIM pathway in Management, allowing eligible students to combine undergraduate study with a Master in Management.