Business, Bachelor of Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

St Johns University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business at St. John’s University offers a flexible, interdisciplinary education designed for students who want to explore different areas of business while preparing for a wide range of professional opportunities. Through a strong business foundation and career-focused tracks such as Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing and Media, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Human Resources Management, and Sports Analytics, students can shape their degree around their interests and future ambitions.

Curriculum Structure

The 120-credit program combines university core subjects, business fundamentals, and specialized coursework. Students build their understanding of business operations before progressing into their chosen career-focused track or a customized interdisciplinary area of study.

Year 1: Building a Strong Foundation

Students begin by developing essential communication, quantitative, and critical-thinking skills through subjects such as First Year Seminar, English, First Year Writing, and Modern Statistics I. They also explore Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, gaining an understanding of how individuals, businesses, and markets make decisions.

Year 2: Understanding Business Fundamentals

Students develop a broader understanding of business through Principles of Financial Accounting, Foundations in Finance, and Principles of Marketing. Courses such as Administrative and Organizational Behavior and Law in a Business Environment introduce students to organizational management, business regulations, and professional decision-making.

Year 3: Developing Specialized Business Knowledge

Students strengthen their practical and analytical abilities through subjects such as Modern Statistics II, Managing Operations, and Principles of Risk Management. They can begin focusing on areas such as Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing and Media, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Human Resources Management, or Econometrics, depending on their selected track and academic plan.

Year 4: Strategic Thinking and Career Preparation

Students advance their business knowledge through Strategy and Policy and specialized coursework aligned with their chosen track or customized interdisciplinary focus. They bring together their understanding of finance, marketing, management, operations, and business analytics to prepare for professional opportunities or further study.

Note: The university publishes the core curriculum and available tracks rather than a fixed year-by-year course sequence. The above is a broad learning progression, not an official semester-by-semester study plan.

Focus Areas

Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing and Media, Econometrics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Human Resources Management, Insurance and Risk Management, Internal Audit and Information Technology Consulting, Real Estate Markets and Investments, Sports Analytics, Interdisciplinary Business Studies

Learning Outcomes

Business analysis, financial understanding, strategic decision-making, organizational behavior, marketing principles, business communication, statistical analysis, operations management, risk assessment, problem-solving, critical thinking, professional collaboration

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The program is offered through the Peter J. Tobin College of Business. The college's business education and career development structure supports students in developing professional skills and preparing for opportunities across business sectors.

Reputation (Employability and Recognition)

St. John’s University reported that 91.6% of its undergraduate Class of 2025 graduates were employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of completing their degree, while 83.8% were employed directly or indirectly in their desired field. These are university-wide undergraduate outcomes, not figures specific to the B.S. in Business.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At St. John’s, students can connect business concepts with real-world challenges through internships, consulting assignments, competitions, and global learning experiences. The program's New York City setting provides opportunities to engage with organizations and professionals while developing practical problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills. Students can also build professional experience through structured career development activities offered by the Tobin College of Business.

Experiential opportunities include:

Internships: Students can pursue internships with organizations throughout New York City to gain professional experience and apply classroom learning.
Tobin Strategic Consulting (TSC): Work on consulting projects involving real businesses and practical organizational challenges.
Global Destination Courses: Participate in faculty-led international learning experiences featuring company visits, cultural immersion, and interactions with business leaders.
Business competitions: Develop business ideas, solve case-based challenges, and present solutions in competitive settings.
Business Research Methods: Gain practical experience in data analysis and large-scale data handling.
Professional Engagement Program (PEP): Participate in a structured four-year career development pathway involving career coaching, networking, professional development, and career readiness activities.
Student organizations and leadership: Build teamwork, communication, and leadership skills through student involvement.
Wirth Center for Professional Development: Access career coaching and professional development resources designed to support internship and employment preparation.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The B.S. in Business prepares graduates for career opportunities across finance, technology, marketing, consulting, entrepreneurship, and other industries. Its flexible structure allows students to develop a combination of business knowledge and specialized skills suited to their professional interests.

Typical career paths include Business Intelligence Analyst, Digital Marketing Analyst, Management Consultant, Project Manager, Sports Business Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst, Internal Auditor, Talent Acquisition Specialist, and Startup Founder.

Students can strengthen their transition into professional life through the following opportunities:

Career development services: The Wirth Center for Professional Development supports students through career coaching, networking, professional development, and career readiness programming.
Employment outcomes: 91.6% of St. John’s undergraduate Class of 2025 graduates were employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. This is a university-wide statistic, not a program-specific employment rate.
Industry exposure: The university reports internship experiences involving organizations such as Deloitte, EY, BDO, the Federal Reserve Bank, NBCUniversal, and Madison Square Garden. These are university-wide examples and do not guarantee placement for this program.
Professional networking: Students can engage with alumni and industry professionals through networking events and career development activities.
Practical preparation: Consulting projects, business competitions, internships, and research experiences help students build professional skills and strengthen their resumes.
Long-term academic value: The degree provides a foundation for advanced study in business, management, analytics, finance, and related disciplines.

Further Academic Progression:

Graduates can pursue postgraduate qualifications such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Business Analytics, Master of Science in Finance, Master of Science in Marketing Intelligence, or other specialized business master's degrees. St. John’s also offers accelerated pathways that allow qualified students to combine a bachelor's degree with an MBA or selected master's programs in a shorter timeframe.