Business Management Degree Overview
Students earning the management specialization will acquire insights into management theories and the cutting-edge management techniques needed by managers today. Students will also develop management competencies and gain the skills needed to integrate marketing, accounting and financial programs to produce effective business strategies.
All business functions require management personnel, from sales and marketing to operations to accounting. Whether you aspire to direct an organization at an executive level or want to hone your skills as an effective and influential manager of a small team, strong managers are important for every industry.
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Management Specialization Learning Outcomes
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Students graduating with the B.S. Business Administration, management specialization, complete 39 credit hours of general education courses, 66 credit hours of courses in the major and 15 credit hours of management specialization courses.
Students residing in the state of Arkansas should refer to their General Education requirements.
OR100 Orientation| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS* |
|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES, Management Specialization (15 credit hours) | |
 MGT360 Business and Society |
3 |
| MGT460 Organizational Behavior |
3 |
| MGT405 Quality Management |
3 |
| MGT475 Management of Complex Organizations |
3 |
| MGT490 Introduction to International Business |
3 |
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Career Opportunities for Online Business Management Degree Students
No matter what your industry, competent managers capable of building great teams, leading an organization to success, achieving objectives and motivating people are always in demand. Managers must tackle a variety of problems within an organization from developing successful strategies and solving conflicts to improving processes and culture. They must understand people and how to work with others to move the organization forward. The American Sentinel B.S. Business Administration, management specialization, prepares students to be effective managers and leaders.
What types of management occupations are available? You could manage people in nearly any industry, or you could work as a specific type of manager within your department - from HR management positions to accounting management positions to finance management positions. Armed with the skills to think critically, collaborate with others and motivate teams, your business management degree will boost your career.
