Ten questions to ask when choosing an online business management degree

Boise State University’s online Bachelor of Business Administration in Management offers you the opportunity to cultivate the skills necessary to be an effective, ethical leader and manager in the business world.

The flexible program is designed for you as a working professional looking to build on your prior higher education and career experience.

You will develop strong leadership skills in the program to advance your career. It’s important to know all you can about the online business management degree before making the commitment to enroll. Here are 10 questions and answers about the program:

Q: What accreditation does the online business management degree program have?

A: Boise State’s College of Business and Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), so it is in the top tier of business schools worldwide. Only 6% of business institutions in 56 territories and countries have earned AACSB accreditation.

Q: What is the curriculum focus of your online business management degree program?

A: The program curriculum is current, applicable and relevant to business professionals. It builds a strong business foundation, giving you the skills and knowledge to solve business problems strategically, effectively and ethically. You will gain both business skills and competencies, including interpersonal competencies that are integrated with business strategy and problem-solving.

Q: What are the emphasis area and certificate options?

A: Optional emphasis areas include entrepreneurship, resort and hospitality management, while certificate options are business creation, nonprofit management and resort and hospitality management. There is also an accountancy minor available.

Q: Do professors have real-world business experience?

A: Yes. Each faculty member in the online BBA program brings experience expert-level credentials to the program. You will learn from the same faculty as on-campus students.

Q: Can I choose to attend school part-time or full-time?

A: Yes. The online format allows you to learn at your own pace. You can do either part- or full-time or both, giving you greater flexibility.

Q: Will I receive additional support as a military student?

A: Yes. There are several military programs for students, including tuition assistance and testing services.

Q: How long are the courses?

A: Each course in the online business management degree program is seven weeks. There are also six start dates per year.

Q: Will I be eligible to receive my degree in person at commencement?

A: Yes. A Boise State degree is a Boise State degree, no matter where you earned it. Online students can walk on graduation day to share the experience with their professors, classmates, family and friends.

Q: What career opportunities will the online business management degree prepare me for?

A: The online Bachelor of Business Administration program opens the door to numerous career options.

Q: What competencies will I achieve with the program?

A: You will have a knowledge base of managerial problem-solving, interpersonal competence, responsible business practices, innovation and leadership in a team environment.

Boise State is committed to your success as an online student. The program is designed with you in mind. The faculty and leadership have proactively and intentionally prioritized your needs, concerns and support throughout the development of the program. You will receive strong support from interest through graduation.

The online Bachelor of Business Administration is specifically created for online learning, offering the same support as our traditional degree programs. It is ranked in the top 12% of online bachelor’s in business programs in the country by U.S. News and World Report.

Learn more about the business administration program

Earning an online Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Boise State University can open doors to new opportunities and a brighter future — and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re exploring if an online degree is right for you or need help transferring credits, connecting with a student success coach is the perfect first step.

Ready to learn more? Attend one of our online information sessions or contact a student success coach today.