Business Administration
Manage, innovate, and excel in business administration.
At Alfred State, you’ll build the leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills needed to thrive in today’s global economy. Our Business Administration program is available as a traditional four-year BBA or an accelerated three-year option, giving you the flexibility to launch your career on your own timeline.
Pioneer Quotes:
"We have hired graduates from Alfred State, and have found them to be very well prepared, professional, and ready to work." - Trish Ryall, Partners Insurance & Financial Services
Study Abroad:
Alfred State business programs utilize applied learning in all courses, with many of our programs requiring a semester-long internship. The Business Department also offers a unique three-week study abroad opportunity in Sorrento, Italy, that supports cross-cultural learning, sustainability, and experiential learning. Study Abroad in Italy
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
First Semester
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| XXXX xxxx | General Education Elective | 3 |
| COMP1503 | Writing Studies | 3 |
| XXXX xxxx | Information Technology Elective (Course Set) | 3 |
| XXXX xxxx | General Education Math Elective | 3 |
| MKTG2073 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Second Semester
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUAD4203 | Intro Personal Financial Plan | 3 |
| BUAD2033 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Literature Elective (Course Set) | 3 | |
| MATH1123 | Statistics I | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MATH2124 | Statistical Methods & Analysis | 4 |
| GLST2113 | Global & Diverse Perspectives | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15–16 | |
Entrance Requirements
Required
- Algebra, Geometry
Recommended
- Algebra 2
In the two-year AS, you’ll master core business theories, strengthen your professional communication, and sharpen your ethical awareness and decision-making. As you advance into the BBA, you’ll expand into global business environments, strategic planning, and teamwork. You’ll also learn to analyze problems with technology tools, evaluate diverse management environments, and integrate innovation, ethics, and regulation into your leadership approach, preparing you for success in complex and evolving industries.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.
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You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.
