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Business Administration Degree

BSBA On-Campus Main Campus Regional
DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

DEPARTMENT
Marketing
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Become a bold business leader, strategic thinker, and entrepreneurial doer.

The world needs your ideas. Companies of all shapes and sizes rely on professionals with skills across business domains, from accounting and finance to sales and marketing. This versatility is the value of a business administration degree from Southeast Missouri State University.  

The BSBA is one of the most flexible, opportunity-rich programs at SEMO. Whether you’re looking to lead a business — or build one from the ground up — you will:  

  • Engage with award-winning faculty mentors and business professionals 
  • Gain real-world experience through consulting projects 
  • Learn to create a business plan to market your ideas — or yourself 
  • Receive personalized academic and career support 
  • Make industry connections across Southeast Missouri    

With a rigorous curriculum, hands-on learning, and fierce support, SEMO’s business administration degree will prepare you to achieve your bold dreams. 

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Business Administration Degree Careers

  • $171k

    Marketing Manager

    Mean annual salary for advertising, promotions, and marketing managers in 2024 (BLS.gov) 2024) 

  • 101K

    Financial Analyst

    Mean annual salary for financial analysts in 2024 (BLS.gov)

     

  • $102K

    Personal Finance Advisors

    Mean annual salary for personal financial advisors in 2024 (BLS.gov)

What You Can Do With a BSBA Degree

A degree in business administration prepares you for an incredible range of careers, whether you want to lead a multinational corporation, manage a local business, or start a company of your own. While you’re here, you’ll get plenty of real-world experience and make industry connections along the way.

EMO students and alumni find valuable internships and start their careers at companies and organizations such as: 

  • Cape Girardeau Public Schools 
  • City Government Offices 
  • Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship 
  • Edward Jones 
  • Fastenal 
  • Farmers Insurance 
  • JC Penney 
  • Macy’s 
  • Maxim Healthcare Services 
  • Missouri State Government Offices 
  • Missouri Department of Transportation 
  • Old Town Cape 
  • Target 
  • TG Missouri 
  • United Way 
  • Walgreens 
  • Workforce Employment Solutions
 

SEMO’s Career Services Office is here to help business majors prepare for what’s next, whether it’s exploring concentrations that match your interests or helping you get ready for a big job interview. You’ll also have access to up-to-date job listings through Handshake and access to campus-wide career expos. 

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What You’ll Learn

Our AACSB-accredited business administration degree is well-rounded and highly customizable. You’ll build a solid foundation in core business areas, including finance, accounting, marketing, and management. Then, you’ll develop specialized skills and knowledge in areas of your choice, such as healthcare, supply chain, operations, retail and analytics.

Business Administration Core - 30 hours required

A grade of ‘C’ is required in each core course.

  • AC221 Principles of Accounting I (3)
  • AC222 Principles of Accounting II (3)
  • BA101 The Business Universe (3)
  • BA490 Business Policy & Strategy (3)
  • BL255 Business Law (3)
  • FI361 Financial Management (3)
  • MG301 Principles of Management (3)
  • MI375 Management Information Systems (3)
  • MK301 Principles of Marketing (3)
Choose 3 hours:*
  • AC540 International Perspectives of Accounting (3)
  • BA550 Global Logistics (3)
  • BA560 Topics in International Business (3)
  • BL560 International Business Law (3)
  • EC580 International Economics (3)
  • FI540 International Finance (3)
  • HA560 International Healthcare Administration (3)
  • MG560 International Management (3)
  • MK560 International Marketing (3)
* International Course taken to meet Business Administration Core requirement may not be counted on a major.

Support Courses – 21 Hours Required

Some courses may fulfill General Education requirements. A grade of ‘C’ or better is required in each support course.

  • BA252 Business Communication (2)
  • BA452 Professionalism (1)
  • EC215 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
  • EC225 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
  • EN140 Rhetoric & Critical Thinking (3)
  • MA116 Precalculus A OR MA123 Mathematical Reasoning and Modeling (3)
  • MI101 Introduction to Computer Applications (3)
  • SC105 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (3) OR SC155 Interpersonal Communication (3)

Business Administration – 36 hour major – No minor required

Required Courses:
  • BA400 Applied Ethical Leadership (3)
  • AC/BA/BL/EC/ER/FA/FI/HA/MG/MI/MK/QM 300-599 level (27)*

*Choose a minimum of 4 disciplines with no more than 9 hours in one discipline (represented by subject prefix).

Choose 6 hours from the following as part of the 30 hours of required coursework:
  • AC330 Accounting Analytics & Information Systems (3)
  • EC351 Econometrics (3)
  • EC490 Business Forecasting (3)
  • ER561 Business Planning for New Ventures (3)
  • FA315 Retail Buying (3)
  • HA540 Healthcare Informatics (3)
  • HA545 Healthcare Database Systems (3)
  • HA586 Healthcare Strategy & Marketing (3)
  • MG516 Acquiring Talent (3)
  • MG536 Compensating Talent (3)
  • MG548 Project Management (3)
  • MK345 Intro to Business Research (3)
  • MK586 Customer Metrics (3)
  • QM352 Quantitative Decision Models (3)
  • QM358 Production/Operations Management (3)
  • QM558 Principles of Supply Chain Management (3)
Choose 3 hours:
  • MA223 Elementary Probability & Statistics (3)
  • PY271 Psychological Research I (3)
  • SO242 Statistics for Social Scientists (3)
  • SW242 Statistics for Social Work (3)
*Core and support courses for BSBA degree will not count here.
*No more than 6 hours can double count in this major and a minor in the Harrison College of Business.
*No more than 9 hours may double count between this major and a second Business major.

Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in major program.

  • Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours
  • Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
  • Written Communication – 6 hours
  • Oral Communication – 3 hours
  • Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
  • Mathematics – 3 hours
  • Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
  • Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)
  • Civics examination

First Year 

Fall Semester (16 Hours) 
  • UI100 (1) 
  • EN100 (3) 
  • BA101 (3) 
  • MA116 or MA123 (3) 
  • MI101 (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
Spring Semester (15 Hours) 
  • EN140 (3) 
  • SC105 (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 

Milestone: Achieve a minimum 2.25 overall GPA 

Second Year 

Fall Semester (17 Hours) 
  • AC221 (3) 
  • BA252 (2) 
  • EC215 (3) 
  • Statistics Course (3)
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
Spring Semester (15 Hours) 
  • AC222 (3) 
  • BL255 (3) 
  • EC225 (2) 
  • General Education (3) 
  • General Education (3) 

Milestone: Achieve a minimum 2.25 overall GPA 

Third Year 

Fall Semester (16 Hours) 
  • FI361 (3) 
  • BA400 (3)
  • BA452 (1) 
  • MG301 (3) 
  • MK301 (3) 
  • General Education (3) 
Spring Semester (15 Hours) 
  • AC330, EC351, EC490, ER561, FA315, HA540, HA545, HA586, MG416, MG436, MG548, MK345, QM352, QM358 or QM558 (3) 
  • MI375 (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 

Milestone: Maintain 2.25 overall GPA and 2.25 major GPA 

Fourth Year 

Fall Semester (15 Hours) 
  • BA400 (3) 
  • International Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
Spring Semester (12 Hours) 
  • BA490 (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 
  • Major Course (3) 

Milestone: Maintain 2.25 overall GPA and 2.25 major GPA 

SEMO offers several accelerated master’s degree options, including an MBA. This allows you to take graduate-level courses while working toward your BSBA, earning your MBA sooner.

Learn More About the Accelerated MBA Option

Active Learning: Getting Down to Business

Hands-on Learning: Beyond the Classroom

Learn business by doing business. Intern with a local organization. Develop a consulting project for a real-world client. Participate in a business plan competition. Launch your own business. No matter where you go after graduation, you’ll leave SEMO with plenty of practical experience.
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Learning Spaces and Facilities

Prepare for today’s tech-driven, globally focused business world. You’ll learn in a variety of professional caliber spaces, from sales and research labs to our Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. You gain proficiency in industry-standard tools, programs, and platforms.
a SEMO business class takes place in the Finance Lab in Dempster Hall

Student Involvement 

Find your flock, gain experience, make industry connections, and have a little fun. You’ll find several business-related groups among SEMO’s hundred-plus student organizations, including the International Business Club and the Collegiate Entrepreneurship Organization.
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I’ve had great experiences at Southeast throughout my time here. The faculty look out for you, they want you to exceed and excel. They’ve helped me become the professional person I am today.

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Missouri has opened the door to a more educated workforce and we want to help you walk through it. If you're an adult-learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It's a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high-need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.
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Getting the Job

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. SEMO's Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive team will provide the expertise and support you need, so you're landing your dream job.
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BSBA Degree FAQs

Choosing the right business degree is an important decision. Explore answers to common questions about what you'll learn, career opportunities, earning potential, and the skills that can help you succeed in today's business world.

A Business Administration degree can prepare you for careers across a variety of industries! Here are a few roles you could pursue with a bsba degree: business analyst, operations manager, sales manager, marketing coordinator, financial analyst, human resources specialist, project manager, and entrepreneur.

Salary potential varies based on your role, industry, location, and level of experience. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for business and financial occupations is $80,920. This is significantly higher than the median wage for all occupations. Many business careers also offer strong opportunities for advancement into leadership and management roles, increasing earning potential over time.

Business Administration degree students develop valuable skills that are in demand across industries, including:

  • leadership
  • communication
  • critical thinking
  • problem-solving
  • teamwork
  • data analysis
  • strategic planning
  • decision-making.
These transferable skills help you adapt to changing business environments and pursue a wide range of career paths.

A strong Business Administration program combines academic knowledge with real-world experience. Look for opportunities to gain hands-on learning through internships, projects, student organizations, networking events, and faculty mentorship. The best programs help you build practical skills, professional connections, and the confidence to succeed in today's competitive business environment.

SEMO's Department of Marketing is made to support you every step of your academic career as a business administration student. 

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DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

LOCATION

Main Campus - Cape

COLLEGE

Arts & Media

Marketing

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Cape Girardeau, MO 63701