Program spotlight: Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Build your business acumen by earning this bachelor’s degree.

Are you a working professional looking to further your education to step into a management position or start a new career? If so, Rider’s online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) program will provide you with the knowledge, skills and insights that will add value to virtually any industry.

In our degree program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how organizations set goals and operate efficiently to develop the leadership, strategic thinking, interpersonal and technical skills needed to jumpstart your future in business.

What do you learn in a business administration program

Rider’s business administration curriculum will introduce you to fundamental knowledge related to business processes and operations. Our B.S.B.A. program does not require you to select a business concentration. Instead, it intends to equip you with various practical skills, including communication, critical thinking, leadership, problem-solving and strategic planning that can be applied in the workplace immediately. 

You’ll take courses in accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, human resource management, organizational leadership and marketing. The course of study will help you gain the core business knowledge necessary to explore multiple career options or entrepreneurial endeavors. Though Rider does not require you to select a concentration, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your coursework to fit your interests and career goals.

Benefits of earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration

• Broad understanding of business principles: Rider’s online B.S.B.A. program will give you a broad overview of the communication, leadership, management, organizational and technical skills required to effectively operate in business.
• Transferable skills: Through your studies, you will build sought-after skill sets that can be applied in the workplace well before you graduate.
• Increased employability: Every industry has a business component and need for qualified talent with versatile skills. Obtaining a bachelor's degree in business administration will give you a credential that will make you highly marketable throughout the lifetime of your career.
• High earning potential: Business degree holders can expect to earn big. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the most recent median annual wage for these professionals was $76,850, over $30,000 more than the median salary for all occupations of $46,310.
• Sprint into leadership: The management and leadership focus of Rider's business degree programs is versatile and offers the perfect opportunity to use what you learned and your new credentials to successfully transition into a role leading others.

Career outlook for business administration graduates

Earning your bachelor’s degree from Rider can lead to several career options and a major return on investment. The BLS also reports that employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations over the next eight years, resulting in approximately 911,400 job openings by 2032. 

Not only can a degree in business administration pay off in terms of entering a career after graduation, but it also sets you up to further your education to obtain a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degrees.

What can you do with a business administration degree from Rider?

Job titles that business administration graduates can explore include:

• Business development manager
• Human resource specialist
• Marketing manager
• Market research analyst
• Sales representative

Additionally, the multidisciplinary nature of Rider’s business administration program provides the perfect springboard for entrepreneurship, to either start your own business or take over a family business.

Reasons to choose Rider’s online business administration program

A business degree from Rider’s AACSB-accredited Norm Brodsky College of Business will give you a competitive edge over the competition. This 100% online program is designed to help adult learners seamlessly incorporate continuing their education into their busy lives. 

The benefits of learning online at Rider include:

• Flexible program start dates in the fall, winter, spring and summer that allow you the ability to study when it is convenient for you.
• Eliminating the stress of commuting to campus, classroom performance anxiety and other concerns related to in-person learning to give you more time to focus on your studies.
• Affordable online courses with various of financing options, including scholarships, grants and discounted tuition rates.
• The ability for returning college students to transfer up to 63 credits from 2-year institutions and 90 credits from 4-year institutions.
• Access to a range of academic support services for online learners, including our Academic Success Center and Counseling Center.
• Career development, coaching and support resources offered through our Office of Career Development and Success