Business Administration Department
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Columbia, SC 29204
Business Administration Degree
Get your bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with us. Our mission is to prepare students to become professional business managers and savvy market leaders who possess a passion for life-long learning and an entrepreneurial focus.
Develop Your Skills & Knowledge
- Learn to effectively manage and evaluate businesses and propose successful solutions using business, management and/or marketing tools.
- Develop skills to be a leader in your community, in South Carolina, and in the global business environment.
- Prepare to compete effectively for placement in business, the non-profit sector and graduate school.
Career Opportunities
- Consultant
- Business Manager
- Marketing Professional
- Business Owner
- Human Resources Professional
Minors & Concentrations
The Business Administration Department offers a Business Administration major with optional minors and concentrations. Get your Business Administration degree with a focus in entrepreneurship, management, or marketing.Â
Entrepreneurship
Learn about market strategies, business plans, and the structure of enterprises, corporations, and franchises. Here are some of the classes you’ll take:Â
- Entrepreneurship
- Strategic Management & Accounting for Entrepreneurs
- Ethical, Legal and Environmental Considerations in Entrepreneurship
- Funding Sources for Entrepreneurs
Management
Dive into the theories, techniques, and principles necessary for effectively managing individuals and organizations. Here are some of the classes you’ll take:Â
- Introduction to BusinessÂ
- Principles of Management
- Human Resources Management
- Contemporary Issues in Management
- Organizational Theory & Behavior
Marketing
Analyze what influences consumers, and how to promote, distribute, and price products. Here are some of the classes you’ll take:
- Introduction to BusinessÂ
- Principles of Marketing
- Consumer Behavior
- Marketing Management
- Marketing Research

Apply Today
Our nurturing and supportive environment offers one of the best business college experiences you can get. Join the Benedict College family, and pursue your business aspirations. Get started by applying online today.
Student Story
The culture and family-oriented atmosphere were the defining reasons why one student chose Benedict. Hear about her close relationship with her dean and examples of how her business professors are always looking out for her and helping her find opportunities.
Get Your Business Degree at an HBCU
Get a strong business foundation and learn about business opportunities and challenges unique to minority business owners. Explore the opportunities that await you at our private, historically black liberal arts college in Columbia, SC.Â
Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business & Entrepreneurship
From classes on the latest challenges facing businesses to student organizations to internships and job opportunities, we’ll help you find ways to learn and explore your passion at our business school.Â
More Business Majors
Interested in related majors within the business school? Explore our finance degree.Â
Get Started
Wherever you are in the process, we’re here to help! Ready to apply? Get started today. Want more information? We’re happy to schedule a visit with you or send you more information.