Business Administration
Major & Minor
Whether you are interested in obtaining a management position in a for-profit or nonprofit setting or looking to work in the region or abroad, a business administration degree at Bushnell University will provide you with a strong foundation as you pursue your career goals.
Your business education will thoroughly ground you in the theories and principles of accounting, finance, management, marketing, economics, statistics, and ethical decision-making.
Students will be provided many professional and social events that will build your network and enrich your world view and personal development.
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Dr. Latrissa Lee Neiworth
Dean, School of Business, Leadership & Technology
971-990-5260
lneiworth@bushnell.edu
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Graduate Programs
Online Programs
Contact
Latrissa Lee Neiworth, Ed.D.
Dean, School of Business, Leadership & Technology
971-990-5260
lneiworth@bushnell.edu
Why Choose Business Administration at Bushnell?
As a Business Administration major, students will be provided with opportunities to shape their knowledge, skills, and abilities in business. With hands-on experience and experienced faculty, students will be well-equipped to excel in the business world.
Computer Science Concentration
The Computer Science Concentration within Bushnell’s Business Administration, B.S. program, blends technology and business to prepare students for careers in IT, data analysis, cybersecurity, and software development. Students gain hands-on experience in programming, databases, networking, and emerging technologies, alongside core business principles like finance, marketing, and management.
Students in this concentration complete 12 credits in Computer Science (CIS) or Software Technology (SFTE) courses, in addition to their core Business Administration coursework. Course options:
Computer Information Sciences Courses
- Introductory and Intermediate Excel (1)
- Introduction to Word Processing and Presentations Software (1)
- Special Topics (3)
- Advanced Microsoft Office (3)
- Intro to Emergent Technologies (3)
- Data Structure & Algorithms (3)
Software Engineering Courses
- Web Methodologies (3)
- Special Topics (3)
- Intro to JavaScript (3)
- Programming in Python (3)
- Intro to Databases and SQL (3)
- Java I/II (4, 3)
- Linux Systems & the Command-Line Interface (3)
- Databases & Data Modeling (3)
- Networking & the Cloud (3)
- Advanced Web Methodologies (3)
- Intro to R Programming (3)
- Programming with C# (3)
- Computer Architecture (3)
- Game Development (3)
- Software Engineering Practices (3)
- Connected Systems & API Design (3)
- Introduction to Machine Learning and AI (3)
General Business Concentration
The General Business Administration Concentration within Bushnell’s Business Administration, B.S. program provides students with a well-rounded foundation in business principles, preparing them for careers in management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, and beyond. This concentration allows students to customize their coursework by selecting from a variety of business-related disciplines, including accounting, marketing, and management.
Students in this concentration complete 12 credits in Accounting (ACTG), Business (BUS), or Marketing (MKTG) courses, with at least nine of these credits at the upper-division level (300-499 courses). Course options include:
Accounting (ACTG) Courses:
- ACTG 207-407 Special Topics (3)
- ACTG 211 Principles of Accounting I (3)
- ACTG 212 Principles of Accounting II (3)
- ACTG 341 Intermediate Accounting I (3)
- ACTG 342 Intermediate Accounting II (3)
- ACTG 345 Cost Accounting (3)
- ACTG 360 Accounting Information Systems (3)
- ACTG 430 Federal Income Tax (3)
- ACTG 431 Federal Income Tax – Corporations, Partnerships, Estates, & Trusts (3)
- ACTG 440 Auditing I (3)
- ACTG 470 Accounting for Non-Profit Organizations (3)
- ACTG 495 Internship (2-16)
- ACTG 499 Advanced Accounting Capstone (3)
Business (BUS) Courses:
- BUS 110 Small Business Management (3)
- BUS 120 Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship (3)
- BUS 207-407 Special Topics (3)
- BUS 219 Global Business Management (3)
- BUS 240 Business as Mission (3)
- BUS 310 Principles of Management and Leadership (3)
- BUS 315 Human Resource Management (3)
- BUS 325 Sports & Recreation Management (3)
- BUS 360 Management of Information Systems (3)
- BUS 370 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business & Management (3)
- BUS 410 Operations Management (3)
- BUS 415 Group and Organizational Behavior (3)
- BUS 435 International Management & Marketing (3)
- BUS 450 Managerial Finance (3)
- BUS 495 Internship (2-16)
- BUS 499 Business Strategy and Policy (3)
Marketing (MKTG) Courses:
- MKTG 207-407 Special Topics (3)
- MKTG 230 Intro to Marketing (3)
- MKTG 235 Digital Marketing (3)
- MKTG 340 Social Media Marketing Campaigns (3)
- MKTG 350 Content Marketing and SEO (3)
- MKTG 360 Digital Analytics (3)
- MKTG 370 Multimedia Communication (3)
- MKTG 370L Multimedia Communication Lab (1)
- MKTG 381 Paid Media (2)
- MKTG 382 Email Marketing (2)
- MKTG 383 Customer Acquisition (2)
- MKTG 420 Digital Communications for Community Good (3)
- MKTG 431 Marketing Research (3)
- MKTG 432 Branding, Advertising and Promotion (3)
- MKTG 433 Sales Strategy and Management (3)
- MKTG 434 Consumer Behavior (3)
- MKTG 436 Sports Marketing (3)
- MKTG 481 Conversion Optimization (2)
Management and Leadership Concentration
The Management and Leadership Concentration within Bushnell’s Business Administration, B.S. program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of leadership principles and management practices, preparing them for careers in organizational leadership, operations, and strategic management. This concentration allows students to tailor their education to their career goals by selecting courses that focus on management, organizational behavior, finance, and information systems.
Students in this concentration complete 12 credits in Business (BUS), Marketing (MKTG), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Leadership (LSHP), or Psychology (PSY), with at least nine of these credits at the upper-division level (300-499 courses). Course options include:
Business Courses:
- BUS 360 Management of Information Systems (3)
- BUS 410 Operations Management (3)
- *BUS 415 Group and Organizational Behavior (3)
- BUS 450 Managerial Finance (3)
Marketing Courses:
- MKTG 433 Sales Strategy and Management (3)
- MKTG 434 Consumer Behavior (3)
Computer Science Course:
- CIS 101 Intro & Intermediate Excel (1)
- CIS 102 Word Processing and Presentations (1)
- CIS 124 Advanced MS Office (3)
Psychology Courses:
- PSY 320 Human Development (3)
Leadership Courses:
- LSHP 207-407 Special Topics (3)
- LSHP 215 Introduction to Coaching (3)
- LSHP 275 Student Leadership (2)
- LSHP 296 Christian Leadership Practicum (1)
- LSHP 310 Coaching II (3)
- LSHP 351 Leadership of US Presidents (3)
- LSHP 510 Leadership, Wisdom, Faith and Service (3)
- LSHP 520 Leadership, Self-assessment and Self-care (3)
- LSHP 540 Organizational Leadership (3)
- LSHP 550 Leadership, Diversity and Globalization (3)
- LSHP 560 Leadership and Management (3)
- LSHP 570 Leadership and Mission Fulfillment (3)
- LSHP 610 Stewardship of Financial Resources (3)
*These courses can be substituted for approved graduate-level courses of the same theme for
students approved for the Dual Degree Pathway.
Sports and Recreation Management Concentration
The Sports and Recreation Management Concentration within Bushnell’s Business Administration, B.S. program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in sports management, recreation, and related fields. This concentration combines business principles with specialized coursework to prepare students for leadership roles in sports organizations, recreational programs, and athletic departments.
Students in this concentration complete 12 credits in the following courses:
BUS 325 Sports and Recreation Management (3)
*BUS 415 Group and Organizational Behavior (3)
LSHP 215 Introduction to Coaching (3)
MKTG 436 Sports Marketing (3)
Program Overview
Concentrations
- Computer Science
- General Business
- Management and Leadership
- Sports and Recreation Management
Minors
- Business Administration
- Leadership
- Marketing
Accelerated Dual Pathway (4+1)
The Accelerated Dual Pathway at Bushnell University enables students to achieve a bachelor’s and a master’s degree within a span of five years. This program offers Bushnell students an accelerated application procedure, a smooth transition, and significant time efficiency.
Visit our Accelerated Dual Degree Pathways page for more information.
Program Objectives
Graduates of this program will:
- A comprehensive knowledge of the core principles and concepts related to business administration
- Effective communication, both written and oral, relative to different business environments and situations
- A knowledge and understanding of the role of Christian leadership, ethics, and service in effectively addressing business management issues and decisions
- Literacy regarding current management trends through the use of leading business information sources, current publications, and other available audio-video, online, or in-text resources
- An ability to integrate all aspects of their learning, understanding, knowledge, and skills concerning business through internship projects and a comprehensive capstone course
Required Courses
Course Prerequisites
– Introduction to College Mathematics or higher
Major Prerequisites
– Principles of Accounting I
– Principles of Accounting II
– Small Business Management OR Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship
– Microeconomics
– Macroeconomics
– Applied Statistics
– Writing for the Workplace
Major Requirements
– Global Business Management
– Business as Mission
– Principles of Management and Leadership
– Human Resource Management
– Legal and Ethical Issues in Business & Management
– Managerial Finance
– Internship
– Business Strategy and Policy
– Intro to Marketing
– Choose a concentration
Accreditation
Bushnell University has received specialized accreditation for its business program through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), located in Lenexa, Kansas. For a list of accredited programs, refer to our IACBE member status page.
Beacon Points of Pride
- 100% of traditional undergraduates students graduate with at least 135 hours of field experience
- 190 company and school internship and field experience partners
- The National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) reported a 100-percent pass rate for Bushnell students on the national exams (NCE & NCMHE) over the last year. Bushnell students score on average higher than the national averages on 12 of the 14 exam areas
- According to EDsmart.org, a nationally recognized publisher of college resources and rankings, Bushnell University is ranked 2nd in the state of Oregon among fully accredited universities and colleges
Career Opportunities
Careers with a bachelor’s degree in Music Business:
- Account Manager
- Admissions Counselor
- Athletic Director
- Bank Manager
- Budget Analyst
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- City Manager
- Entertainment Coordinator
- Entrepreneur
- Event Planner
- Executive Assistant
- Health Care Administrator
- Human Resources Manager
- Sales and Marketing Director
- Real Estate Appraiser
- More opportunities can be found by visiting Academic Invest.
Internship Sites
- Holt International
- Base Builder
- Kidsports
- Roseburg Forrest Products
- The Boys and Girls Club
- Columbia Bank
- Whitmire & Associates
- Elk Horn Building
- Hood River Mortgage Group
- Beaudet Jewelry
Life After Graduation
A sampling of where our graduates are employed includes:
- Disney
- Bushnell University
- Phoenix Suns
- Sheldon High School
- Lululemon
- Northwest Community Credit
- Oregon Community Credit
- Western Governors University
- Portland State University
- Brinoch LLC
- Tethrow Resort
- SJA Enterprises
- Business Mentors
- Total Performance Logistics
- Pak Tech
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Meet the Faculty
João Ehlers, M.A. Program Faculty
“In our classes we promote the development of teamwork, communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills that are needed in the world of business.
Above all, faculty members encourage the students to become a life-long learner who will help to find and promote socially responsible solutions to modern organizational issues.”