I chose SUNY Empire because of the ability to transfer credits and the university’s
focus on business ethics.
Bachelor's of Science
Business Administration
Advance your career with a business, management, and economics degree from SUNY Empire.
Whether you're earning an associate degree in business management or a bachelor’s in business management, our flexible online business programs help you develop leadership, finance, marketing, and economic analysis skills. Tailor your degree to your career goals and gain real-world knowledge that applies across industries, from corporate management to public administration.
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Program Overview
Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration
Earn your business, management, and economics degree online and unlock new career opportunities. Develop expertise in leadership, finance, marketing, and economic analysis to thrive in today’s competitive business world.
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Course List
A degree in Business, Management and Economics is meant to introduce students to a range of foundational subjects related to Business, Management and Economics.
Programs in Business, Management and Economics include the following seven foundations:
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- Communications Skills
- Information Management
- Economics
- Ethical and Social Responsibility
- Quantitative Skills
- Understanding People in a Broader Context
- Understanding Organizations within Broader Context
For an associate degree, students must have four of the seven foundations in their degree programs. Courses that meet the four selected foundations must be School of Business courses (ACCT, BUSN, ECON, FSMA, HRMS, MGMT, MRKT) or equivalent.
For a bachelor’s degree, students must meet all seven foundations in their degree programs. Courses that meet the foundations must be School of Business courses (ACCT, BUSN, ECON, FSMA, HRMS, MGMT, MRKT) or equivalent.
These foundations may be met through transcript credit; college-level knowledge demonstrated through individual prior learning assessment (iPLA), professional learning evaluations (PLE), or credit by examination; or individual courses, a series of courses, or components within individual courses with Empire State University.
Build the Skills to Succeed in Business
What you'll learn
- Develop leadership and management skills
- Apply financial and economic principles to decision-making
- Analyze business data to drive strategy
- Understand ethical and legal responsibilities in business
Open Doors to a Variety of Business Careers
An online business degree prepares you for careers in finance, marketing, and leadership. Possible career paths include:
- Business Analyst
- Financial Consultant
- Marketing Manager
- Human Resources Specialist
- Operations Coordinator
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Build Your Future in Business, Management, and Economics
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a degree as smooth as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and information you need to make confident choices and move closer to your goals.
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Check for Prior Learning Credits
Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.
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Apply for a Business, Management and Economics Program
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
Meet Your Professors
Our experienced faculty bring decades of real-world expertise in business, management, and economics. They’re not just here to help you earn your degree; they’re here to challenge you to think critically, lead effectively, and tackle real-world business challenges with confidence.
All Faculty
John Beckem
Associate Professor
Diana Centanni
Director of Academic Access Initiatives
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