Business Administration Major
Start gaining real business experience at great Vermont entrepreneurial companies like Burton Snowboards as early as your first year.
Gain In-Demand Business Skills That Employers Need Now
Today’s companies are actively searching for business professionals who can solve problems, lead teams, and drive results from day one.
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What is Business Administration?
Business Administration gives you practical skills in management, marketing, finance, and operations that companies in every industry need. Our program teaches you how businesses actually work and the specific skills required to succeed in today’s competitive job market, from financial analysis to team leadership.
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Why study Business Administration at Champlain?
At Champlain, you start gaining valuable business experience immediately. While students at other colleges spend their first year in general education courses, you’ll already be:
- Taking essential business classes like Accounting for Decision Making
- Working on real projects with actual companies
- Building a professional network with industry connections
- Developing skills employers are actively hiring for right now
Our accredited Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) program is designed to make you job-ready through hands-on training in all core business areas. You’ll also choose from career-focused concentrations like Cybersecurity or Sustainable Business that give you specialized skills that command higher salaries.
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What will I learn studying Business Administration?
By the time you graduate you will…
- Make confident business decisions – Apply financial analysis to solve real business problems
- Lead effective teams – Develop the management skills today’s employers demand
- Create professional presentations – Communicate business ideas that drive results
- Implement strategic plans – Turn business goals into actionable steps
- Adapt to changing markets – Identify opportunities and minimize risks in any environment
Different By Design
Real Business Experience
Our partnerships with companies like Burton Snowboards, Ben & Jerry’s, and Seventh Generation give you hands-on experience that builds your resume and professional network. 100% of our Business Administration students complete management-level internships, with many receiving job offers before graduation.
Global Career Opportunities
Build your international resume through our exclusive Freeman Foundation Grant, which funds internships in Asia that often lead to job offers. These global experiences give you skills that make you stand out to employers who need business professionals who can work across cultures.
Career-Focused Specializations
Choose from high-demand concentrations that align with growing business needs:
- Cybersecurity – Protect businesses from digital threats
- Information Systems & Technology – Manage critical business technologies
- International Business – Operate in global markets
- Management – Lead teams and drive organizational success
- Sustainable Business – Implement profitable sustainability initiatives
Facts & Stats
Median annual wage for business and financial occupations according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Over the last six years, 96% of our Business Administration major graduates were employed or continuing their education within six months after graduating.
Sample Courses in the Business Administration Major
Our program is designed to build your professional skills sequentially, ensuring you’re job-ready at every stage of your education.
Career Possibilities
What jobs can I get with a Business Administration degree?
With a Champlain Business Administration degree, you’ll be prepared for high-paying roles such as
- Procurement Officer
- Business Analyst
- Human Resources Manager
- Operations Supervisor
- Financial Services Representative
- Marketing Coordinator
- Supply Chain Specialist
- Project Manager
Seamless Transition to Grad School
Are you thinking about going to graduate school? Through Champlain College Online, you can seamlessly go from undergraduate to graduate student, enhancing your skills and career opportunities.
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More Inside Business Administration Major
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Overview
Start gaining real business experience at great Vermont entrepreneurial companies like Burton Snowboards as early as your first year.
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Curriculum
Your career in business begins now with Champlain’s Upside-Down Curriculum. Discover the difference that doing on day one has on your success.
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Faculty
Our Business Administration faculty go above and beyond to inspire your curiosity, learning, and growth. Small class sizes foster personal connections and mastery.
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Learning Outcomes
Learn the ins and outs of business and gain real-world experience.