Pave your path to leadership and innovation in the dynamic world of business.

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration Online program is designed to offer students the opportunity to maximize the benefit of attending a University with a strong liberal arts focus, while simultaneously gaining marketable skills in the business disciplines, all in a convenient online format. The BA in Business Administration infuses the market value of a business major into the broad liberal arts preparation of a Bachelor of Arts degree.  A liberal arts foundation allows students in this discipline to develop strong skills in interpersonal communication, writing, and critical analysis.

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Program Overview

A career-focused business major infused with the liberal arts.

The curriculum for HCU’s Bachelor in Business Administration Online emphasizes critical analysis, writing and interpersonal communication as key marketable skills in business. In addition to a general education rooted in Christian theology, ethics and a global perspective, you will learn about finance, business strategy, ethics, economics and high-level management and marketing concepts.

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Courses

Pursue your passions with foundational business courses.
  • Business Statistics
  • Corporate Finance
  • Biblical Financial Management
  • Information Systems and Business Analytics

What Can I Do with a BA in Business Administration from HCU?

Business Administration graduates make an impact.

A Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration Online at HCU equips you with the practical and spiritual toolkit to succeed in various career pathways—all in a convenient online format. This preparation includes business or budget analysis, sales or general management, business or financial consulting, human resources, and marketing.

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Salary and Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for business and financial occupations is predicted to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2022-2032, with an average median annual salary of $76,850. This includes roles such as cost estimator, financial analyst, budget analyst, and entry-level roles in various industries.

Student Opportunities, Support and Initiatives

Networking and Internships

Our students are a resource to our community. A time-proven relationship with our alumni network offers numerous opportunities to connect with future employers, or even begin earning a paycheck and/or college credit in an internship capacity.

We help you find and apply for internships both inside and outside our
robust alumni recruitment relationships.
Dunham business students have interned with Merrill Lynch, Deloitte, Houston Rockets, Logistical Solutions, International, and more.

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Unrivaled Student Service

Access our rich support system. In Dunham and across HCU, support services help ground you in your next steps and guide you through your successes. Tap into a dedicated support network and talk to success specialists and faculty advisors at any time.

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Explore College of Business Hubs

Connect with industry leaders. Our McNair Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise and Center for Christianity in Business offer mentorship, internship, and fellowship opportunities for students while cultivating a community of professionals in Houston. Additionally, our clubs and organizations provide peer and faculty connections and leadership opportunities for business administration students.

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BA to MBA

Earn an MBA and elevate your opportunities. Earn a Master of Business Administration in one additional year with the BA to MBA accelerated pathway. If you qualify, your academic advisor will help you build a personalized degree program to start your graduate studies while still earning your undergraduate business degree.

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Admission Requirements

Submit transcripts showing you achieved a high school general or advanced diploma or a GED. (Waived if you have 32 credit hours or more of transfer credit.)

Submit all transcripts from previous colleges, including additional postbaccalaureate or graduate-level coursework. Must be sent directly from the school.

For unofficial transcripts emailed to OnlineVerification@HC.edu, initial acceptance may be given; however, official transcripts must be received by your second semester.

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Houston, TX 77074-3298
Accreditation

Houston Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, graduate and doctoral degrees.