BACHELOR OF SCIENCE • MINOR
Business Administration
A Business Administration degree provides a broad foundation in leadership, management, and strategic decision-making. Integrating core business disciplines with hands-on learning and real-world experiences, the program prepares students for diverse career paths in business, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings.
Dig Deeper Into the program
Learn about the core coursework and experiential learning opportunities that prepare you for leadership and long-term success in a wide range of organizations.
Degrees Offered
- Bachelors & Minor
Start Terms
- Fall or Spring
Program Format
- On-campus
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours & Timeline
- Total credits required: 128
- Typical completion time: 4 years
- Credits for minor: 18
Curriculum Highlights
- Comprehensive business core in management, marketing, finance, economics, and strategy
- Courses in organizational leadership, operations, and data-informed decision-making
- Internship experience connecting classroom learning to real-world business practice
- Electives that allow focus in areas such as entrepreneurship, marketing, or management
Applicants for admission are evaluated based on the following criteria to gain full admission.
- High school record of cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. An applicant for a degree program must have graduated or will have graduated with 16 high school units from an accredited high school. The college preparatory program is strongly recommended to high school students. Ordinarily this program includes four years of English and two years of social studies, science, and mathematics.
- College/university record of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, if applicable.
Applicants who do not meet the following criteria and show potential for success may be reviewed for an alternate admissions pathway.
Students who have successfully completed the General Education Development Test (GED) and have not accumulated at least 12 collegiate level semester hours credit at a regionally accredited institution with a 2.5 GPA or better will follow the Alternate Admissions Pathway.
Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
The Mercy Core is CSM’s general education curriculum and the foundation of every degree. Rooted in the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy, it integrates ethics, reflection, and action to prepare women to lead with purpose and advance justice in their communities.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose CSM?
Comprehensive Business Foundation
Develop expertise across management, marketing, finance, and strategy, building versatile skills that translate into strong career mobility and long-term earning potential.
Real-World Experience
Internships and applied projects connect academic excellence to practical business leadership in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings.
Women-Centered Leadership Development
In a supportive women’s college environment, you gain confidence, sharpen communication skills, and step into leadership roles early and often.
Mercy Core Perspective
Through the Mercy Core curriculum, you develop ethical reasoning and a service-driven mindset that shape principled leaders in business and beyond.
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Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Business Administration Career Outcomes
- Business Consultant
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
- Supply Chain Coordinator
- Business Development Manager
- Retail Manager

Business By The Numbers
15 MAJORS
Offered within the Business program
Students can tailor their education to their interests and goals, exploring new areas and graduating with skills aligned to today’s business landscape.
100% of STUDENTS
Get hands-on experience through internships
Students gain practical experience, valuable professional connections, and the confidence to transition smoothly and successfully from college to career.
?% of Graduates
Have jobs within six months of graduation
Students can have confidence that their degree leads to real opportunity, strong career placement, and a meaningful start in their chosen profession..
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Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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