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Business Administration (ABA/BBA) Programs at Reinhardt University

McCamish School of Business & Professions
Associate | Bachelor | Online

Associate of Business Administration Online Degree Program (A.B.A.) Program Overview

The Associate of Business Administration degree program is designed for mid-career, working professionals, executives, administrators, managers, and business owners and entrepreneurs who want to build a solid foundation of business course work. Coursework within the degree program includes general education core and business courses and is designed to provide students with the foundational classes needed to transfer into the Online Bachelor of Business Administration.

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

The Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree completion program is designed for mid-career, working professionals, executives, administrators, managers, and business owners/entrepreneurs with a minimum of 30 semester hours of college coursework in general education and business administration or related discipline (up to a maximum of 90-semester credits). Coursework within the degree program includes business foundations major required classes (36 semester hours), selection of a degree focus/concentration – Human Resource Management or Project Management, 18 semester hours), 42 hours of general education classes, and 24 hours of free electives.

What You’ll Learn at RU

Students in the ABA/BBA will learn:

  1. Critical Thinking, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills – analyze business situations using information and logic to make recommendations for problem-solving and decision-making.
  2. Interpersonal, Teamwork, Leadership, and Communications Skills – use team building and collaborative behaviors in the accomplishment of group tasks and will effectively communicate the problem alternatives considered, a recommended solution, and an implementation strategy in oral, written, and electronic form.
  3. Ethical Issues and Responsibilities -recognize and analyze ethical dilemmas and propose resolutions for practical business solutions.
  4. Awareness of Global and Multicultural Issues – develop awareness and analyze global and multicultural issues as they relate to business.
  5. Technology Skills – effectively use current technology for business applications.

ABA Program Format

New students are accepted into the Associate of Business Administration program every eight weeks. Each Fall and Spring semester consists of sixteen weeks and is divided into two eight-week sessions. Summer semester is 14 weeks and is divided into two seven-week sessions. Students will take two classes each session for a total of four classes (12 semester credits) per semester. Part-time schedules are also available. The 60-Hour A.B.A. Degree Program can be completed in as little as five semesters by taking 12 credit hours per semester. Up to 30 semester hours of transfer credit can be applied to this degree program. Courses will be taught utilizing the Canvas learning platform.

Textbooks for some classes will be included in the cost of tuition and will be available to the student in an e-book format. Some courses will require the student to purchase a textbook or software.* In these cases, students can order books online through the Reinhardt University Bookstore. *Most courses with a prefix of BUS require a purchase of software.

BBA Program Format

New students are accepted into the Bachelor of Business Administration program every eight weeks. Fall, Spring, and summer semesters are offered. The Fall and Spring semesters consist of sixteen weeks and are divided into two eight-week sessions. The summer semester is 14 weeks and is divided into two seven-week sessions. Students will take two classes each session for a total of four classes (12-semester credits) a semester.

The 54-Hour BBA Major Program can be completed in 16 months, provided the student has completed 66 hours of Advantage General Education and Advantage Free Electives coursework when entering the program. The concentrations are offered through the RIZE program and through Reinhardt University. Some courses will require the student to purchase a textbook or software.* In these cases, students can order books online through the Reinhardt University Bookstore. *Most courses with a prefix of BUS require a purchase of software.

Advantage General Education and Free Electives

Advantage General Education Requirements (42 hours total):

  • English
  • Speech Communications
  • Mathematics-College Algebra or Above (MAT 103)
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Humanities
  • Computer Applications (BUS 150)

Free Electives (24 hours)

Approved transfer credit earned from regionally accredited colleges and universities and approved technical/professional training credit can be applied to the BBA curriculum. Advantage Free electives may be satisfied with other coursework taken through Reinhardt University, including additional concentration options.

Minors Available for the BBA Degree

All courses are completed online.
*Courses fulfill Free Elective Credits

Criminal Justice:

  • CRJ 201 Introduction to Criminal Justice
  • CRJ 300 Criminal Evidence and Procedure
  • CRJ 320 Survey of American Law Enforcement
  • CRJ 330 Survey of Correctional Thought and Practices
  • CRJ 340 Ethics in Criminal Justice

Healthcare Administration:

  • HCA 301 Advanced Medical Terminology for Healthcare Administrators
  • HCA 400 Health Information for Healthcare Administration
  • HCA 406 Healthcare Quality Management and Assessment

Select one course of the following group:

  • HCA 402 Principles of Patient Safety and Infection Prevention
  • HCA 403 Public Health Administration
  • HCA 404 Supply Chain Management in Healthcare Organizations

Select one course from the following group:

  • HCA 306 The Economics of Healthcare
  • HCA 405 Impact of Regulatory Policy on Healthcare

ABA Courses You’ll Take

  • RHU 101 Online Learning Seminar
  • BUS 101 Introduction to Business
  • BUS 103 Foundations of Research
  • BUS 201 Principles of Accounting I (Financial)
  • BUS 202 Principles of Accounting II (Managerial)
  • BUS 205 Principles of Economics (Microeconomics)

BBA Courses You’ll Take

  • RHU 101 Online Learning Seminar
  • BUS 101 Intro to Business
  • BUS 104 Intro to Data Analysis
  • BUS 201 Accounting 1
  • BUS 202 Accounting 2
  • BUS 204 Survey of Economics
  • BUS 303 Principles of Finance
  • BBA 310 Business Essentials
  • BBA 320 Business Communications
  • BBA 325 or BBA 335 or BBA 440 (select one):
    • BBA 325 Leadership
    • BBA 335 Crisis Management
    • BBA 440 Ethics, Values, and the Law
  • BBA 340 Principles of Marketing
  • BBA 450 Strategy & Managerial Decision Making

Careers in Business Administration

$76,000+

Average salary for business and financial occupations as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics

900,000+

Expected business and financial occupation openings projected each year as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics

A degree in business administration prepares you for jobs such as:

  • Administrative services managers 
  • Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales managers 
  • Computer and information systems managers 
  • Construction managers 
  • Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural managers 
  • Financial managers 
  • Food service managers 
  • Human resources, training, and labor relations managers and specialists 
  • Industrial production managers 
  • Lodging managers 
  • Property, real estate, and community association managers 
  • Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents 
  • Top executives 

BSBA Program Details

Tuition and Fees

Reinhardt’s affordable tuition helps you get the personal attention and real-world experiences that will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Nearly all students at Reinhardt University receive some sort of financial aid or scholarship. Find out what options you may be eligible for.

Clubs and Organizations

Student organizations and activities round out the total educational program at Reinhardt University. And there is something for everyone, from sports and outdoor recreation, to student government and leadership opportunities, to multicultural and faith-based groups.

Accounting students may also be interested in the Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) or Sigma Beta Delta business honor societies.

Campus Living

Living on campus is an essential part of the college experience and will help you adjust to college life. You’ll have more opportunities to interact with faculty and friends, get involved in activities, and have easy access to classes, the library, performing arts, recreational, and athletic facilities.