Business Administration
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration provides the business competencies that employers look for in their work force. Students prepare to meet the challenges of a changing marketplace in a wide variety of local and global industries while preparing for leadership roles within the business arena. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is focused on developing students to understand and support organizational missions. The program serves multiple purposes for traditional students moving through a 4-year program, or as a degree completion program for adults who desire a better position for themselves in their respective organizations consistent with industry expectations or to prepare them for venturing out on their own. This degree program is focused on realistic, accurate, and sound interpretations of the complexity and diversity found in today's global economy. The program strives to be consistent in scope with college standards, and consistent with industry outcomes. This program of study integrates analysis of theory, case studies, simulations and research so students may apply these to practical situations in the daily workplace. Students are further encouraged to develop thoughtful and creative approaches to understanding business models that are assessable, and observable.
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is thus a comprehensive response for the demand for business skills in an ever increasing global market and competitive workplace. Many people in the work place may seek career opportunities in small to mid-size businesses, explore their own start-up or franchise business or assume a role in a community oriented non-profit. Participants develop the requisite skills and knowledge that are needed for small business employers and non-profit organizations. The skills and knowledge taught in this program relevant to the business arena help develop competent personnel in any organization through the understanding of marketing, operations, organizational structures and best practices for contemporary small businesses whether profit driven or not. As participants in business life, students in this program develop the knowledge and competencies to become contributors to their organization's success. They may even exercise formal or informal leadership roles in their respective organizations and are thus well versed in contemporary business theories and practices to make their inculcation into an organization more effective.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Understand contemporary theories and best practices in operating small businesses and non-profit organizations.
- Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills that address operational and management concerns.
- Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication.
- Structure the workplace to embrace the complexities and competencies of a diverse work force.
- Demonstrate strategies of corporate social responsibility while exercising ethical and professional leadership.
- Foster sound fiscal practices through analysis of financial statements and establishment of accounting procedures to ensure effective managerial decision making.
- Assess the global and domestic economic environment through the interpretation of economic data analysis as it relates to small businesses and non-profit organizations.
- Define the roles and responsibilities of human resources in small business and non-profit organizations.
- Create sound marketing strategies that ensure sustainability for the modern business in traditional and on-line environments where social media is an integral part of the marketing plan.
- Develop skills to manage operations and strategically plan for the long-term viability of a small business or non-profit for the purpose of promoting the mission, vision and core values.
- Demonstrate competency in the research process as it applies to business.
Additionally, graduates of the Bachelor in Science will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes of the General Education components.
Admission Requirements / Degree Completion Students
All general admissions requirements for Goodwin College must be fulfilled. Since this program also serves as a degree completion program, all previous courses taken outside of Goodwin College ought to be submitted for programmatic review at the time of application and before acceptance into the program to assess the students overall academic status. Transcripts from other institutions submitted after matriculation may not be accepted. Degree completion students may transfer in up to 90 credits provided that they were earned from accredited institutions of higher education; not all transfer credits may be applicable to the degree; only credits earning a grade of "C" or higher will be accepted. Relevant CLEP exams, other recognized standardized tests for college credit and CBEs are acceptable at anytime during the course of study.
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the general graduation requirements of Goodwin College as published in this catalog, BSBA students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 in the major and 2.0 overall.
Students must earn a minimum of 30 credits or 25% of the graduation credit and a minimum of 15 credits (5 courses) in the major core at Goodwin College. Students must also complete a minimum of 45 credits (15 courses) at the 200 level or higher, which includes a minimum of 30 credits (10 courses) at the 300 and 400 levels.
Additionally, 20 hours of documented community service must be completed prior to graduation. The requirement is intended to foster lifelong learners who develop civic responsibility. This service may be incorporated by the student as part of a particular course experience or completed during any semester. Students identify a community service project and submit same to the instructor of the course if the project is course related and/or to the BSBA program director. At the close of the 20 hours of service, each student is required to submit a five-page paper describing the service experience, how it affected both themselves and the community. Community service hours and documentation must be completed incompliance with the college policy and submitted to their program director no later than two months prior to expected graduation date.
Curriculum
Bachelor in Business Administration
General Education Requirements - 46 Credits
General Education Core Requirements - 40 credits
English Composition |
3 |
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ENG 1XX |
Writing elective (comp) |
3 |
ENG 2XX |
Advanced Writing Elective (aw) |
3 |
CAP 1XX |
Computer Literacy Elective (cl) |
3 |
COM 1XX |
Communications elective (comm) |
3 |
MATH 1XX |
Math elective |
3 |
SCI 1XX |
Science elective w/lab |
4 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
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Social Science Elective |
3 |
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Global Perspective - U.S. Focus |
3 |
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Global Perspective - World Focus |
3 |
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Humanities elective |
3 |
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Philosophy or Ethics Elective |
3 |
Non-Major Core Requirements - 6 credits
The College Experience OR Open Elective |
3 |
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STAT 167 |
Principles of Statistics |
3 |
Business Major Core Requirements - 42 credits
Freshman Year
ACC 1XX |
Accounting Elective |
3 |
BUS 101 |
Introduction to Management OR |
3 |
BUS 107 |
Introduction to Non-profit Management |
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BUS 110 |
Business Law & Ethics |
3 |
ECN 1XX |
Economics Elective |
3 |
Sophomore Year
BUS 132 |
Budgeting and Planning |
3 |
BUS 135 |
Customer Relations in a Multi-cultural World |
3 |
BUS 150 |
Small Business Entrepreneurship |
3 |
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
Junior Year
BUS 265 |
Principles of Finance |
3 |
ECN 285 |
Managerial Economics |
3 |
BUS 310 |
Targeted Marketing and Social Media |
3 |
Senior Year
BUS 330 |
Operations Management |
3 |
BUS 410 |
Theory & Practice of Business Research |
3 |
BUS 490 |
Capstone: Strategic Planning |
3 |
Small Business Option - 6 Credits
BUS 350 |
Small Business Finance & Taxation |
3 |
BUS 430 |
Small Business in a Global Environment |
3 |
Non-profit Option - 6 Credits
BUS 355 |
Financial Management for Non-profit Institutions |
3 |
BUS 435 |
Non-profit Auditing Procedures |
3 |
General Electives - 27 Credits
Nine (9) open electives |
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Total credits in the program |
121 |
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Associate of Science
The associate degree program in Business Administration provides a foundation in business that will prepare students for direct entry into the workforce or to pursue a baccalaureate degree. The Business Administration curriculum helps students comprehend the underlying business principles and develop an ability to analyze and solve problems faced by managers of all kinds - in corporations, small businesses, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
The program provides an introduction to business and its global connections. It addresses business law and ethics, corporate social responsibility, business planning and development, effective leadership, and the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting, and marketing principles. Students also explore the basics of business communication, economic theories and effective forecasting.
Each student builds a business plan relevant to their career aspirations that integrates the skills and knowledge learned in the various courses. The final culmination of the program is a 180-hour internship capstone, undertaken at the end of the student's program where classroom experiences will be applied in a real business environment. Wherever possible, the specific business chosen for the internship will reflect the student's desired career goal.
Entrepreneurship Option
Entrepreneurs are people who would like to start and grow their own business. Their satisfaction comes from creating, advancing, and ultimately transforming an idea into a thriving business. Success demands knowledge of and experience in a number of factors, including initiating the start-up process, maintaining a competitive edge, gaining market share, making financial decisions, adapting to change, and developing products and services. In the United States, approximately 600,000 - 800,000 new businesses are started each year. These businesses form the basis of our economy. They allow their owners to work for themselves and to be self-sufficient. Many entrepreneurs build on their success by taking personal and financial risks to introduce new types of businesses based on current and projected needs.
The purpose of the Entrepreneurship/Small Business Program is to provide students with the general knowledge to launch, operate, and grow their own business or operate and grow an existing business. This program focuses on innovative, hands-on business practice and small business management. Foundation and advanced courses expose students to the principles of business development, including strategic planning, marketing, advertising, business law, accounting, and information systems.
The cornerstone of the program is the Portfolio, an organized folder that contains all of the documentation students need to start their own business. The Portfolio's primary document is the business plan, which is developed in class. As students progress, they gradually add to the Portfolio a marketing plan, funding proposals, financial projections, loan applications, and employer identification number; and, if applicable, a patent, trademark, and copyright filings. By graduation, the Portfolio has become the bridge to success.
Human Resource Option
The management of human resources is a growing field. With increasing legal issues pertaining to employment and the need for organizations to carefully select, develop and maintain their workforce, this field will continue to present excellent opportunities for both employment and advancement. The Human Resource Management associate degree and related option prepares students to effectively deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce.
Successful students will be prepared for positions as human resource assistants or specialists whose work contributes tot he growth and success of organizations and their employees. Graduates will be able to obtain human resource positions in business, government and non-profit organizations. Students will learn to identify staffing needs and develop skills for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and developing employees. They will also learn the policies, procedures, and legal aspects of human resource management. They will round out their program with studies in business management, ethics, and cultural awareness.
Students who complete this program will possess the skills necessary for a many career options at entry and mid-level positions in a wide variety of organizations.
Medical Office Management Option
As part of a growing field of health related occupations in the United States, the medical office management profession offers positive economic opportunities and personal satisfaction. As our population rises and technology advances, the need for high quality healthcare services becomes increasingly great. The medical office administration field is an integral part of this expansion.
Medical Office Management is a multi-skilled allied health profession. Managers work primarily in doctors' offices, hospitals, clinics, and government health organizations. Duties may include word processing, data entry, reception, database management, billing and coding, as well as interaction with vendors and patients.
This associate degree and related certificate option provides the student with a unique blend of courses needed to obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to gain entry-level positions in medical office management. Students will learn Microsoft Office, as well as medical office management software. In addition to the computer skills, students will develop a solid medical background that includes medical terminology, human biology, medial billing and coding, and medical insurance. The program includes classroom instruction, lab, and an optional internship, giving students both a traditional academic education and "real world" hands-on experience.
Non-profit Management Option
Students pursuing an Associate in Science in Business Administration may choose to concentrate their studies in the field of Non-profit Management. The range of nonprofit organizations includes those which provide basic human needs such as food and shelter and medical care; as well as treatment, educational and arts settings. Non-profit organizations account for approximately 10% of employment in the United States and are the primary mechanism by which the basic human needs of traditionally underserved and disempowered populations such as the poor, immigrants, and those with mental and physical disabilities are met. Non-profit managers must be well-versed in a range of areas, including financial and human resources management, grant writing, working effectively with client populations, working with nonprofit boards, and maintaining standards of ethical practice. The non-profit manager must also be able to work on the individual, group, and community level in order to be effective.
Office Management Option
To maintain a competitive edge in today's global marketplace, many companies are becoming high performance organizations. As a result, companies are upgrading the skills required to perform entry-level administrative and supervisory responsibilities. This unique program, with a dual focus in business management and computer applications, is based on job qualifications identified by local area employers.
The program provides students with an advanced level of skills in using Microsoft Office, planning and organizing, working as part of a team, communicating across cultures, and coordinating operational tasks. The program emphasizes the development of the students' problem solving, decision making and project management skills. Students who graduate from this program will be qualified to work in companies across all industry sectors.
Property Management and Acquisition Option
The field of property management has a growing need for knowledgeable, skilled professionals. To the typical homeowner, a well-managed property looks good and preserves its intrinsic value. For the individual who owns property as an investment or to the business that specializes in managing other people's property, properly managed real estate results in greater income and profits. It also enhances the lives of the renters and adds to the value of the community in which it resides. Students who complete this associate degree option or the related certificate may find opportunities in property management companies, community associations, and corporate venues. Students will learn the operation of income-producing commercial and residential properties, the assessment and application of green technologies as they relate to income properties, develop the skills and knowledge requisite to real estate licensure and develop the skills for financing properties. Students may also chose to intern at a property management or real estate firm to complete this course of study.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Describe and discuss the global dimensions of business, including socio-cultural, political, legal, technological and economic environments.
- Identify and examine major theories in management and their use in organizational contexts;
- Understand and apply business concepts related to workforce and customer diversity.
- Effectively communicate in a business setting;
- Understand and evaluate ethical issues and situations;
- Research, critically evaluate, and interpret information to solve problems and make business decisions;
- Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills;
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of information technology;
- Perform mathematical procedures to analyze and solve business problems; and
- Create a professional development plan that fosters personal and professional growth and contributes to life-long learning.
Additionally, graduates of the Associate in Science will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes of the General Education components.
Option specific outcomes:
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the core concepts of the particular option chosen.
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the general graduation requirements of Goodwin College as published in this catalog, students in the Associate of Science in Business Administration degree must maintain a GPA of 2.3 in the major and 2.0 overall.
Curriculum
Associate in Business Administration
General Education Requirements - 24-25 Credits
English Composition |
3 |
|
ENG 1XX |
Writing elective (comp) |
3 |
COM 1XX |
Communications elective (comm) |
3 |
MATH 1XX |
Math elective |
3 |
Computer Literacy elective (cl) |
3 |
|
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
|
SCI |
Science elective |
3-4 |
|
Humanities elective |
3 |
Non-Major Core Requirements - 3 credits
The College Experience or Open Elective |
3 |
Business Major Core Requirements - 22 credits
Freshman Year
Introduction to Management OR |
3 |
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BUS 107 |
Introduction to Non-Profit Management |
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Business Law and Ethics |
3 |
|
Customer Relations in a Multi-cultural World |
3 |
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ACC 1XX |
Accounting Elective |
3 |
Sophomore Year
ECN 1XX |
Economics elective |
3 |
Budgeting & Planning |
3 |
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Cooperative Work Assignment |
4 |
Electives - 12 credits
BUS 1XX |
Elective OR |
3 |
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ACC 1XX |
Elective |
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BUS 2XX |
Elective OR |
6 |
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ACC 2XX |
Elective |
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OPEN |
Elective |
3 |
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Total Credits in Program |
61-62 |
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Entrepreneurship Option Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
BUS 150 |
Small Business & Entrepreneurship |
3 |
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
Sophomore Year
Business Planning and Development |
3 |
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Managerial Accounting |
3 |
Human Resource Management Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
Human Resource Management |
3 |
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PSY 205 |
Organizational Behavior |
3 |
Sophomore Year
Workforce Staffing and Planning |
3 |
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Directed elective |
3 |
Medical Office Management Option Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
HSC 105 |
Medical Terminology |
3 |
Medical Assisting: The Medical Office and |
3 |
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Patient Care |
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Sophomore Year
Introduction to Medical Insurance and Coding |
3 |
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HSC 111 |
Medical Law and Ethics* OR |
3 |
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Directed elective |
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* HSC 111 may be taken in lieu of BUS 110 for the degree program.
Non-Profit Management Option Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
BUS 212 |
Grant Writing |
3 |
Sophomore Year
Managerial Accounting |
3 |
|
BUS 257 |
Institutional Development and Fundraising |
3 |
Office Management Option Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
Human Resource Management |
3 |
Sophomore Year
Workplace Planning and Staffing |
3 |
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CAP 230 |
Database Applications |
3 |
Property Management and Acquisition Option Requirements - 12 credits
Freshman Year
BUS 142 |
Introduction to Property Management |
3 |
BUS 146 |
Green Technologies in Real Estate |
3 |
Sophomore Year
BUS 242 |
Financing Principles of Property |
3 |
BUS 246 |
Principles and Practice of Real Estate |
3 |
Certificate Programs
Students entering a direct enroll certificate program in Medical Office Management, Non-profit Management, or Property Management and Acquisition must take the Accuplacer assessment if they have not successfully taken 6 college credits, including a college level English or math. The Accuplacer is used for assessment purposes only and not for determining prerequisites for program enrollment. Students who have completed the equivalent of ENG 101, MATH 098 and CAP 110 are more likely to find success in these certificate programs. Students not meeting the recommended Accuplacer levels are encouraged to take tutorials in English, math and computer literacy before starting course work in a certificate.
Medical Office Management (Prerequisites ENG101; CAP110; MATH098)
Course No. |
Title |
Credits |
First semester
Introduction to Management |
3 |
|
HSC 105 |
Medical Terminology |
3 |
Introduction to Medical Insurance and Coding |
3 |
|
Human Resource Management |
3 |
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OPEN |
Elective |
3 |
Second semester
HSC 111 |
Medical Law and Ethics |
3 |
Workforce Planning and Staffing |
3 |
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Medical Assisting: Patient Care |
3 |
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Medical Office Management |
3 |
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OPEN |
Elective |
3 |
|
Total credits in program |
30 |
Nonprofit Management
Course No. |
Title |
Credits |
First semester
BUS 107 |
Introduction to Nonprofit Management |
3 |
OS 101 |
Team Dynamics and Individual Skills |
3 |
Human Resource Management |
3 |
|
Customer Relations in a Multi-cultural World |
3 |
|
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Directed elective |
3 |
Second semester
PSY 205 |
Organizational Behavior |
3 |
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
Budgeting and Planning |
3 |
|
BUS 212 |
Grant Writing |
3 |
BUS 257 |
Institutional Development and Fundraising |
3 |
|
Total credits in program |
30 |
Property Management and Acquisition
Course No. |
Title |
Credits |
First semester
Introduction to Management |
3 |
|
Human Resource Management |
3 |
|
COM 105 |
Interpersonal Communications |
3 |
BUS 142 |
Introduction to Property Management |
3 |
BUS 146 |
Green Technologies in Real Estate |
3 |
Second semester
ACC 1xx |
Accounting Elective |
3 |
BUS 215 |
Marketing |
3 |
OS 101 |
Team Dynamics and Individual Skills |
3 |
BUS 242 |
Financing Principles of Property |
3 |
BUS 246 |
Principles and Practice of Real Estate |
3 |
|
Total credits in program |
30 |