Management BSBA
It's time to earn your online Management degree from Southern Miss!
Program-at-a-Glance (Undergraduate)
Credit Hours:
Total Hours: 120
Major Area of Study: 21
Additional Requirements: 55-58
Cost per Credit Hour:
$416.59
Completion Time:
2-4 years
University Accreditation:
Special Requirements:
No additional requirements
Learn more about this program:
Planning. Organization. Leadership. These are the major skills needed to be successful in managing a business, and the characteristics you will learn as you earn your Management degree online from The University of Southern Mississippi. This degree is designed to teach you business ethics, leadership, and even global managerial skills. After graduation, you’ll have the skills needed to build a dynamic workforce and increase your business worth.
Our online Management degree is taught by the same faculty who teach face-to-face classes, and have designed each class with you in mind. Let Southern Miss prepare you for a limitless career in the world of business management. Looking for more business-related degrees? Check out our other fully-online options! Want more info about this degree? Our enrollment coaches are standing by to assist you. Click here for more info! This is your life, plus college!
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A Business Management degree positions you for a multitude of impactful roles from executive leadership and project management to entrepreneurship and strategic planning.
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GEC 01. Written Communication
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Composition One
|
3 hrs. |
Composition Two
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 02. Natural Science
Select 2 courses with labs:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Biology and Society
*
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Biological Science I
*
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Biological Science II
*
|
3 hrs. |
Chemistry and Our Environment
*
|
3 hrs. |
General Chemistry I
*
|
3 hrs. |
General Physics I
*
|
3 hrs. |
General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 03. Humanities
Course | Credits |
---|---|
World Literature
|
3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, 1 History required:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E
|
3 hrs. |
World Civilizations: 1500 to the present
|
3 hrs. |
Introduction to Philosophy
|
3 hrs. |
Ethics and Good Living
|
3 hrs. |
Comparative Religion
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 04. Aesthetic Values
Select 1 Course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Art Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
Dance Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
The Enjoyment of Music
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 05. Social Behavioral Science
Select 2 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
The Human Experience: A Global Perspective on Human Diversity
|
3 hrs. |
Concepts of Wellness
|
3 hrs. |
Basic Economics
|
3 hrs. |
World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
|
3 hrs. |
American Government
|
3 hrs. |
General Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 06. Mathematics
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Quantitative Reasoning
|
3 hrs. |
College Algebrad
|
3 hrs. |
1 Higher Level MAT course
GEC 07. Writing-Intensive Requirement
Select 1 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Technical Writing
|
3 hrs. |
Organizational Communication
|
3 hrs. |
Business Communication
|
3 hrs. |
ENG 101 & ENG 102 prerequisites
GEC 08. Speaking Intensive Requirements
Select 1 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Oral Communication
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 09. Capstone Requirement
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Global Managerial Policy and Strategy
|
3 hrs. |
Must be taken Senior Year; ENG 101 & ENG 102 prerequisites
Major Area of Study Requirements (21 hours)
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Human Resource Management
|
3 hrs. |
Organizational Behavior
|
3 hrs. |
Organization Theory
|
3 hrs. |
Select 4 courses:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Leadership
|
3 hrs. |
International Management
|
3 hrs. |
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
|
3 hrs. |
New Venture Creation
|
3 hrs. |
Supervised Field Experience in Management
|
3 hrs. |
Supply Chain Management
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Compensation Administration & Performance Management
|
3 hrs. |
Organizational Staffing & Development
|
3 hrs. |
Advanced Human Resource Management
|
3 hrs. |
Current Topics in Management
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 02. Additional Requirements (55-58 hours)
College of Business Core Courses
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Introduction to Financial Accounting
|
3 hrs. |
Introduction to Managerial Accounting
|
3 hrs. |
The Legal Environment of Business
|
3 hrs. |
Business Analytics I
|
|
Introduction to Business Analytics
|
3 hrs. |
Business Analytics II
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Macroeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Microeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Finance
|
3 hrs. |
Management of Organizations
|
3 hrs. |
Operations Management
|
3 hrs. |
Global Managerial Policy and Strategy
|
3 hrs. |
Management Information Systems
|
3 hrs. |
Principles of Marketing
|
3 hrs. |
Additional BSBA Requirements:
Select 1 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Technical Writing
|
3 hrs. |
Organizational Communication
|
3 hrs. |
Business Communication
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
Business English
|
3 hrs. |
Computer Applications in Business Technology
|
3 hrs. |
Advanced Grammar
|
3 hrs. |
1 Foreign Language Course
Select 2 courses, MAT 102 required
Course | Credits |
---|---|
College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
Brief Applied Calculus
|
3 hrs. |
Calculus for the Art and Sciences
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 03. Electives
Choose electives as needed with adviser’s approval. Non-business courses recommended. (See Hours to Degree below.)
Hours to Degree
120 hours are needed to graduate with a BSBA in Management. At least 50 percent of the hours applied to a degree at The University of Southern Mississippi must be earned from a senior college, and 30 of these hours must be in courses numbered 300 or above. The student must earn at least 21 of the last 30 hours of course work and at least 12 hours in the major area of study from Southern Miss. See Residence Hour Requirements for more information.
Additional Note
Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
To get started with the application process, start here.
Management majors have a wide range of career paths to explore. Graduates in this field may pursue opportunities as general and operations managers, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a company or organization. These roles involve making strategic decisions, managing resources, and ensuring efficient workflow.
Another potential career path for Management majors is in management analysis or consulting. In these roles, professionals use their expertise to analyze organizations, identify areas of improvement, and provide recommendations to optimize operations and drive growth. Project management is another prominent career option for Management majors. As project managers, individuals are responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring projects from start to finish. This involves coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
The field of management offers a plethora of career options. You can pursue roles as general and operations managers, management analysts or consultants, or project managers. You may even choose to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) to deepen your understanding of business principles and develop advanced managerial skills.
Business is a wide reaching field. If you’re looking for more opportunites related to management, we have programs in marketing, accounting, and a number of graduate opporturnities. Check out our Business Degree page for more info!
If you still have questions about tuition, transfer credits or anything else about the university, please visit our FAQ page, or take a moment to fill out our form at the bottom of the screen, and we will reach out to you!
Admission Requirements
The following is required from all undergraduate applicants:
- Application for Undergraduate Admission
- $45 non-refundable application fee
- An official high school transcript for freshman (high school) applicants OR official transcripts from all institutions attended after high school for transfer applicants
- Submission of ACT or SAT scores for freshman (high school) applicants
- Documentation of two doses of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) immunization. Upload a copy of your proof of immunization.
Students should be mindful of admission deadlines. For a full list of admission requirements, see the University Admission Policies.
Academic Policies and Requirements for Programs:
- See University Academic Policies and Requirements
- See College of Business and Economic Development Academic Policies .
Accreditation: This program is accredited by AACSB International. The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). That means you can expect a program with the highest standards and quality.
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