Department of Business Administration · Jackson State University

College of Business · AACSB Accredited

Business Administration

Transformative learning. A diverse community of faculty and staff committed to preparing students to reach their potential personally and professionally — through five AACSB-accredited BBA majors, the MBA, and a Ph.D. in Business Administration.

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Welcome

Transformative learning

Welcome to the Department of Business Administration! Our AACSB-accredited undergraduate degree programs include Business Administration, Economics, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. We are a diverse community of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to creating a transformative learning environment that prepares students to reach their potential personally and professionally.

Non-business majors across campus can also choose a Business Administration and Marketing minor. All majors across campus can also choose an Economics minor.

In addition, we offer a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and a Ph.D. in Business Administration, with concentrations in Management, Economics, and Accounting.

Department: Business Administration
College: Business
Accreditation: AACSB
BBA Majors: 5 (Bus Admin, Economics, Mgmt, Mktg, SCM)
Graduate: MBA & Ph.D. in Business Administration
Minors: Business Admin, Marketing, Economics
Phone: (601) 979-2531

Accreditation

AACSB-accredited programs

Global Business School Standard

AACSB Accreditation

Our undergraduate degree programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) — the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools, representing the highest standard of business education quality.

College of Business

Undergraduate Programs

Five Bachelor of Business Administration majors

The Business Administration program combines courses in management, marketing, economics, finance, and business law — offering students a broad knowledge of the functional areas of a company and how they connect to one another.

BBA Major

Economics

Our economics degree is a specialized academic program that focuses on the study of how societies allocate resources to meet their needs and wants. The curriculum covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, economic history, mathematics, statistics, and data analysis — developing the analytical and quantitative skills needed to understand and analyze economic phenomena.

BBA Major

Business Administration

Our business administration degree provides students with a broad understanding of the principles and practices of business management. The curriculum covers accounting, finance, marketing, operations management, organizational behavior, economics, statistics, and business law — preparing students to understand the broader business environment.

BBA Major

Management

Our business management degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to manage and lead businesses. The curriculum covers accounting, finance, marketing, operations management, organizational behavior, leadership, economics, statistics, and business law.

BBA Major

Marketing

Our marketing degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to create, promote, and distribute products and services in today's global marketplace. The curriculum covers marketing research, consumer behavior, branding, advertising, public relations, digital marketing, statistics, economics, and business law.

BBA Major

Supply Chain Management

Our supply chain management degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to manage the flow of goods and services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. The curriculum covers logistics and supply chain management, operations management, procurement, transportation, inventory management, statistics, economics, and business law.

Graduate Programs

MBA & Ph.D.

Master's

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Advanced graduate study in business administration — for working professionals and full-time students pursuing leadership roles in industry, government, and the non-profit sector.

Doctoral

Ph.D. in Business Administration

Doctorate of Philosophy in Business Administration with concentrations in Management, Economics, and Accounting — preparing scholars and executives for research, academia, and senior leadership.

Minors Available

Three minors open to all JSU students

Non-business majors can pursue the Business Administration and Marketing minors. The Economics minor is open to all majors across campus.

Business Administration Minor

Marketing Minor

Economics Minor

Learn by Doing

Real-world experience

Our programs are designed to equip students with critical skills and competencies that prepare them to pursue careers in governmental agencies, the private sector, non-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures.

The Department of Business Administration and the College of Business have established connections with corporate, government, and community organizations that provide internships, co-ops, and part-time and full-time positions.

“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”

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Career Opportunities

Where business graduates go

Business Administration majors have a plethora of career options after studying management, marketing, economics, supply chain management, and business law.

Procurement Officer

Office Administrator

Human Resources Manager

Sports Operations Manager

Advertising and Marketing Manager

Municipal Manager

Franchising Manager

Business Developer / Consultant

Apply your knowledge: Graduates of our economics, business administration, management, marketing, and supply chain management degree programs are well-prepared for a variety of career paths. They have the skills and knowledge needed to understand the various aspects of business operations and to make sound business decisions — plus the leadership skills needed to inspire and motivate employees, build successful teams, and lead organizations to success.

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