Online Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
Thrive in a Competitive and Global Economy
Business administration provides a solid understanding of business fundamentals that are in demand at companies like Adobe, Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, Tesla and many more. By learning essential communication, critical thinking, leadership, and problem solving skills, business administration majors tend to have fruitful careers in customer success, finance, human resources, marketing, project management, and beyond.
Program Information
Modality
Online
Program Format
8-week courses 路 5 terms year-round
Program Length
2 years 路 60 units
Cost Per Unit
$575* for Fall 2026 路 Financial aid and scholarships available
Applications Open
February 1 鈥� July 15 for Fall A start
Start Terms
Fall A 路 Spring A
How to Apply
General Requirements
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Complete at least 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units. A maximum of 70 semester units from community colleges can be transferred toward the degree. Depending on the program, you could have as few as 50 semester units at the time of application.
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Complete all four CSU-approved general education requirements with a grade C- or higher.
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(A1) Oral Communication/Speech
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(A2) Written English Composition
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(A3) Critical Thinking/Logic
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(B4) Math/Quantitative Reasoning
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Have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Program-Specific Requirements
Applicants to our Bachelor's in Business Administration must complete the following courses or complete an AS-T in Business Administration to be eligible for admission:
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ECON 1A - Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics
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ECON 1B - Principles of Economics: Microeconomics
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BUS2 90 - Business Statistics
Out-of-State Eligibility
If you live outside of California, check whether our program is approved to accept an application from you.
Students from Oregon enrolled in an 黑瓜吃料网 Online and Professional Education program will be subject to Oregon State requirements for transferring course works. Specifically, a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better must be earned in all General Education courses.
Graduation Requirement
Complete all .
To view the program's courses, roadmap, and more, visit the .
To begin in August (Fall Term A):
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Apply between February 1 鈥� July 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous spring term.
To begin in January (Spring Term A):
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Apply between August 1 鈥� November 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous fall term.
Choose an Application Cycle
Review the application cycle dates and deadlines for this program to determine what timeline works best for you. We admit applicants on a rolling basis, so you should apply as early as you can during your preferred application cycle to secure your spot while it's still available.
Prepare Your Transcripts
Gather your transcripts from the colleges or universities where you have been enrolled so you can easily enter that information on your application and maximize the number of credits you transfer. All academic information you report on your application must be verified with your official transcripts. Any discrepancy affecting your eligibility could result in the withdrawal of your application or admission.
Review the Admission Requirements
Review our general admission requirements any program-specific admission requirements to ensure you can submit a strong application. If you don't meet all of the requirements at this time, our Enrollment Counseling team will happily work with you to get you in a position to submit a successful application in the near future.
Meet with Your Enrollment Counselor
Schedule an appointment with an Enrollment Counselor to discuss your questions, complete an unofficial transcript review, and more.
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Valuable Learning Experiences
Our rigorous and challenging curriculum will prepare you to be a successful leader in the dynamic global economy. Upon completion of the degree, you will be ready to:
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Critically evaluate business problems and apply appropriate evidence-based methods and technology to make informed decisions.
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Communicate ideas clearly, logically, and persuasively in oral and written format, using technology appropriately.
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Demonstrate the skills of ethical and effective teamwork and recognize the complexities and opportunities of working in diverse teams.
Featured Courses
Our BS in Business Administration, General Business Concentration, degree includes offerings in marketing, organizational behavior, operations and supply chain management, entrepreneurship and global dimensions of business.
What can you do with a Business Administration degree?
Our degree is unique. Graduates of our program understand how businesses function, can reason critically and articulate persuasive ideas, adapt to change and new technologies, are ethical team players and comprehend the international imperative of business, which are valuable skills for a wide range of careers.
Business administration majors in the Bay Area earn an average annual salary of $95,000 and an upper range of $172,000, according to Glassdoor.
Our graduates work in finance, consulting, marketing and management. They start their own ventures or take up roles at technology-based start-ups, family businesses, and large multinational corporations in the Silicon Valley and beyond. Take a look at some of the top sectors, top companies and examples of job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn.
Top Job Titles
- Director of technology infrastructure and support
- Executive assistant
- Financial analyst
- Human resources analyst
- Insurance agent
- Operations coordinator
- Payroll manager
- Product designer
- Quantitative solutions and technology associate
- Talent acquisition coordinator
Top Companies
- Adobe
- Amazon
- Apple
- Cisco
- Ernst & Young
- Meta
- Oracle
- Tesla
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Top Sectors
- Accounting
- Business development
- Customer success
- Engineering
- Finance
- Human resources
- Information technology
- Marketing
- Operations
- Project management
- Sales
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