Academic Programs
Business Administration – Leadership
Overview
At Bluefield University, the Business Administration – Leadership degree is designed for students who want to do more than manage — they want to inspire. This program equips you with the strategic thinking, communication skills, and ethical foundation needed to lead teams, organizations, and communities with clarity and purpose.
Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or preparing to advance your career, you’ll gain the tools to navigate change, motivate others, and make decisions that matter.
BSBA Leadership Degree Opportunities
Build the Skills Employers Are Looking For
Today’s organizations need leaders who can think critically, communicate effectively, and adapt quickly. This program focuses on real-world leadership development — so you graduate ready to lead from day one.
Learn Leadership Through a Values-Driven Lens
At Bluefield, leadership is about more than results — it’s about impact. You’ll explore leadership principles grounded in integrity, service, and ethical decision-making.
Flexible Pathways for Your Future
Whether your goal is corporate leadership, nonprofit management, entrepreneurship, or ministry, this degree gives you a versatile foundation to pursue multiple career paths.
What You’ll Learn
The Business Administration – Leadership program blends core business knowledge with specialized leadership training. You’ll develop practical skills you can immediately apply in the workplace.
Key areas of study include:
- Organizational Leadership & Behavior
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Team Building & Conflict Resolution
- Business Communication & Public Speaking
- Ethics & Values-Based Leadership
- Project & Operations Management
You won’t just study leadership — you’ll practice it through collaborative projects, case studies, and real-world applications.
Quick Program Details
Tuition: $420 Per Credit Hour
Next Start On-Campus: January 2027
Next Start Online: October 2026
Time to Complete: 1-4 years*
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
Other Available Concentrations
Accounting
Equips students with the technical expertise, ethical foundation, and real-world business insight needed to thrive in today’s financial landscape. Whether you study on-campus or online, you’ll gain a comprehensive business education paired with advanced accounting specialization designed to launch your professional career.
Cybersecurity
Focused on the ever-evolving digital landscape, this concentration equips students with essential skills in protecting information systems and networks. Coursework covers areas like network security, ethical hacking, and digital forensics, preparing graduates for roles in cybersecurity analysis, system security management, or IT consulting.
Information Technology
This concentration emphasizes the practical and theoretical aspects of IT, including system administration, database management, and software development. Students will gain hands-on experience in implementing technology solutions, preparing them for diverse IT roles in business, government, or nonprofit sectors.
Management
Offering a broad understanding of organizational leadership and strategic decision-making, this concentration prepares students for managerial roles. It covers key areas such as human resources, project management, and business ethics, ideal for careers in corporate management, entrepreneurship, or consultancy.
Sport Management
Tailored for those interested in the business side of sports, this concentration blends principles of management, marketing, and finance in a sports context. Students will explore topics like sports marketing, event management, and facility operations, preparing them for roles in sports agencies, athletic administration, or event coordination.
Marketing
This program blends business fundamentals with hands-on marketing strategy — preparing you to connect products, services, and ideas with the audiences who need them most. Whether your passion is digital marketing, advertising, or brand development, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, ever-evolving industry.
3+1 Pathway
Bluefield University’s Accelerated 3+1 BSBA + MBA Program allows students to earn both the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and the Master of Business Administration in an accelerated pathway. Rather than completing the bachelor’s degree first and then starting the MBA, students move through an integrated plan of study that combines undergraduate and graduate coursework. As part of the program, approved graduate courses count toward undergraduate requirements, allowing students to begin graduate-level work during the junior and senior years while completing the BSBA.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the Business Administration – Leadership degree are prepared to step into roles across industries where strong leadership is essential.
Potential career paths include:
- Team Leader or Supervisor
- Operations Manager
- Nonprofit Director
- Entrepreneur or Small Business Owner
Leadership skills are transferable, which means your degree opens doors in corporate, nonprofit, government, and ministry settings.
Courses & Competencies
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)
Total Credits: 120
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
General Education Requirements
- Introduction to the Writing Process
- Fundamentals of Speech
- Biblical Perspectives
- Developing the Christian Mind
- Math/Science* (3 Credits)
- Fine Arts/Humanities* (6 Credits)
- Social/Behavioral Science* (3 Credits)
- Degree Requirements (BA or BS/BSN)* (6 Credits)
- Personal Wellness
- ESS Activity Course* (1 Credit)
- Career Pathways I & II (2 Credits)
- Career Pathways III & IV (2 Credits)
- Career Pathways V & VI (2 Credits)
*Course or requirement includes multiple options. Online offerings may differ.
Core Requirements
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Accounting Principles
- Managerial Accounting
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Legal Environment of Business
- Business Communication
- Business Finance
- Business Policy & Strategy
Concentration
- Leading in the 21st Century
- Coach Mentor Motivation
- Planning Career as a Leader
- Organizational Behavior & Theory
- Leadership Theories
- Leadership in Remote Working Environment
- Business Internship
Electives
Elective requirements for this program are detailed in the undergraduate catalog.