Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Small Business Management is an online degree program designed to teach you the skills and knowledge needed to be a leader in the field of business. In addition to taking a variety of finance and management courses you have the opportunity to study business law and entrepreneurship. In your capstone project, you will use your knowledge gained through ought the program to demonstrate your ability to respond to real world challenges in business. The program usually takes about four to five years to complete, but times vary based on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

What are the Prerequisites?

If you are interested in applying to Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in Small Business Management program, you should be interested is strategic planning, management, and business leadership. Applicants to Walden University's programs should be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What are the Course Requirements?

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Small Business Management program consists of 181 credits, which includes general education, core courses, concentration and capstone courses, and electives. You can choose general education classes from a list of options but must take courses in humanities, mathematics and natural sciences, written and oral communications, and social sciences.

Business Administration Course Requirements

• ACCT 1003: Introduction to Accounting I
• BUSI 1002: Introduction to Management and Leadership
• BUSI 2001: Business Law
• BUSI 2003: Operations
• MRKT 3001: Marketing
• HRMG 3001: Human Resource Management
• FNCE 3001: Financial Management
• ISYS 3001: Information Systems in Enterprise
• BUSI 3003: Dynamics of Change
• BUSI 3005: Critical Thinking
• BUSI 3008: Corporate Entrepreneurship
• BUSI 4001: Business Capstone Project-Strategic
• BUSI 4401: Management and Organizational Behavior
• ECON 1002: Microeconomics
• STAT 2001: Statistics

Small Business Management Course Requirements

• BUSI 4002: Small Business Ventures
• BUSI 4003: Marketing Strategies for Small Business
• BUSI 4004: Customer Relationship Management for Small Business

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in Small Business Management is designed to prepare you for careers in business management and leadership. After completing the bachelor's degree program, graduates could pursue entry-level positions in business, such as:

• Business manager
• Financial advisor
• Project manager
• Corporate administrator

Advanced Degrees

In addition to seeking entry-level positions, graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in Small Business Management program could pursue graduate education. Earning a master's degree in business administration or a related field could prepare you for positions of greater responsibility or help you learn more advanced leadership concepts. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees you could pursue include:

• M.S. in Business Administration
• M.S. in Finance
• M.S. in Accounting
• M.S. in Economics

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.