Bachelor in General Business

Students in the general business major are entering a global field where information, economics, and people collide. You will be prepared to enter and lead in a variety of industries. You will develop the skills in the role computer-based information systems play in organizations, how to assess global, domestic and industry trends and how to manage people, information, technology and more to produce goods and services. You will have a well-rounded business education touching on accounting, business law, computing, economics, marketing, and statistics.

The general business major is offered in a variety of delivery options, including:

• St. Cloud on-campus program;
• Online Degree Completion Program;
• Anoka-Ramsey Community College partnership program; and
• St. Cloud Technical and Community College partnership program in an accelerated 3-year format.

Program Highlights

• The state-of-the-art Northwestern Mutual Sales Lab gives you the edge in sales or sales management careers.
• Students can choose from 16 business-related student organizations to create professional connections, develop leadership skills and build international friendships.
• Study abroad opportunities in Spain, England, Germany, Australia, and the Netherlands have a business focus.
• Business Honors Program provides opportunities for driven students to engage more closely with like-minded peers and professors.

Program Distinctions

• Academically active and industry-experienced faculty members teach the latest techniques for keeping pace with the changing business world.
• You'll learn in small classes taught by faculty qualified in their disciplines and active in research.
• The Herberger Business School is accredited by AACSB International at the bachelor's and master's degree levels. The school has been accredited for more than 40 years.
• Faculty in the Herberger Business School have been published in some of the most prestigious and influential professional journals and presented at conferences nationally and worldwide.
• An alumni network connects students to business leaders throughout the state and nation.
• All Herberger Business School majors complete core classes in accounting, economics, mathematics, marketing, communications, technology, law, ethics, and financial principles.

Student Organizations

• Accounting Club
• American Marketing Association (AMA)/Husky AMA
• APICS (Association for Operations and Supply chain Management)
• Beta Gamma Sigma
• DECA
• Delta Sigma Pi
• Entrepreneurship Club
• Investment Club
• Information Systems (IS) Club
• National Association of Black Accountants
• Pi Sigma Epsilon
• Real Estate Association
• Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

University Facts & Stats

• 96% of courses are faculty-taught
• Top 3% of the most affordable universities in Forbes' "America's Top Colleges" ranking
• Average class size: 23 students
• Student-to-faculty: 23:1
• 1 of 56 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award winners

Popular Careers

• Manager
• Sales or customer service
• Business Executive
• Importer/Exporter
• Banking

Job/Career Titles

• Bank Examiner
• Business Analyst
• Business Development Specialist
• Business Executive
• Business Intelligence Executive
• Business Owner
• Buyer
• Chief Financial Officer
• Consultant
• Director
• Economist
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Planner
• Human Resource Manager
• Importer/Exporter
• Investment Analyst
• Operations Analyst
• Project Manager
• Real Estate Agent
• Retail Operations
• Revenue Specialist
• Sales Manager
• Teaching
• Underwriter

Employers

General Industry

• Accounting Firms
• Advertising Agencies
• Business & Industry
• Financial Institutes
• Law Firms
• Non-Profit Organizations
• Private Practice
• Real Estate
• Retail

Minnesota Employers

• Aerotek
• Aflac
• Best Buy
• Boom Lab
• C.H. Robinson
• Coca Cola
• General Mills
• Genesis10
• Katapult Network
• Land O’Lakes
• Mayo Clinic
• Oracle
• Primerica Financial Services
• SPS Commerce
• Target
• United Health Group
• US Bank
• Wells Fargo

Skills and Traits

• Analytical mind
• Aptitude for leadership
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Critical thinking
• Detail-oriented
• Ethical
• High energy
• Integrity
• Interpersonal skills
• Manages stress
• Problem-solving
• Solution appraisal
• Team player
• Well rounded business skills

Online Degree Completion Program

The program is for students who've met the requirements for Herberger Business School Upper Division Status and are seeking an online bachelor of science degree in general business.

Highlights

• AACSB accredited general business degree offered by the Herberger Business School
• Courses are delivered by academically active and industry-experienced faculty members trained to teach the latest techniques for keeping pace with the changing business world.
• Guaranteed course availability
  • Courses with reserved seats for the program are offered in fall and spring. Students may also be able to take online courses in the summer if seats are available.
• The program consists of the following credits and requirements:
  • 16-22 credits of business core courses delivered completely or mostly* online
  • 27 credits of general business major credits delivered completely or mostly* online
  • Students may need some additional business core credits depending upon their previous educational background
  • Any remaining liberal education requirements
  • Any general electives needed to reach 120 credits

* Mostly online courses require proctored exams that are completed offsite.

Eligibility

At the time of application, students must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for admission into the program. Eligibility does not guarantee admission, as space is limited.

• Completed St. Cloud State application, including transcripts
• Eligible for admission or currently enrolled
• Eligible for admission into Herberger Business School Upper Division Status

Program Partnership with Anoka-Ramsey Community College

St. Cloud State University’s Herberger Business School has developed a program partnership with Anoka-Ramsey Community College. Students can complete a B.S. in general business with a Professional Selling Specialization through a combination of courses delivered at the Anoka-Ramsey Coon Rapids campus and online.

Students in the general business major are entering a global field where information, economics, and people collide. You will be prepared to enter and lead in a variety of industries. You will develop the skills in the role computer-based information systems play in organizations, how to assess global, domestic and industry trends and how to manage people, information, technology and more to produce goods and services. You will have a well-rounded business education touching on accounting, business law, computing, economics, finance, management, marketing, and statistics.

In addition, the Professional Selling Specialization (PSS) program will strengthen your competitive advantage as you begin and pursue your careers. The specialization will provide you with essential communication, leadership, professional selling, and sales management skills to succeed in the world of business.

Highlights

• AACSB accredited general business degree offered by the Herberger Business School.
• Professional Selling Specialization is included in the program with no additional credits required.
• Courses are delivered by academically active and industry-experienced faculty members trained to teach the latest techniques for keeping pace with the changing business world.
• Students participate in experiential learning through professional selling and sales management shadowing opportunities.
• The program consists of the following credits and requirements:
  • 16 credits of business core courses
  • 27 credits of general business major credits, including Professional Selling Specialization courses
  • Some additional business core credits may be required depending upon previous education background
  • Any remaining liberal education requirements
  • Any general electives needed to reach 120 college credits

Eligibility

At the time of application, students must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for admission into the program.

• Completed St. Cloud State application, including transcripts
• Eligible for admission to St. Cloud State
• Eligible for admission into Herberger Business School Upper Division Status

Accelerated 3-Year Program with St. Cloud Technical and Community College

St. Cloud State University’s Herberger Business School has developed an accelerated 3-year business program in partnership with St. Cloud Technical and Community College. This program gives you the opportunity to complete an Associate of Science degree in Business Management at SCTCC and a Bachelor of Science degree in General Business at St. Cloud State in three years, including summers. The program allows you to graduate and begin your career more quickly.

Students in the general business major are entering a global field where information, economics, and people collide. You will be prepared to enter and lead in a variety of industries. You will develop the skills in the role computer-based information systems play in organizations, how to assess global, domestic and industry trends and how to manage people, information, technology and more to produce goods and services. You will have a well-rounded business education touching on accounting, business law, computing, economics, marketing, and statistics.

Program Highlights

• The general business major at St. Cloud State offers flexibility in course options, allowing you to add on a Professional Selling Specialization with no additional credits.
• The state-of-the-art Northwestern Mutual Sales Lab gives you the edge in sales or sales management careers.
• Students can choose from 16 business-related student organizations to create professional connections, develop leadership skills and build international friendships.
• Study abroad opportunities in Spain, England, Germany, Australia, and the Netherlands have a business focus.
• Business Honors Program provides opportunities for driven students to engage more closely with like-minded peers and professors.

Program Distinctions

• Academically active and industry-experienced faculty members teach the latest techniques for keeping pace with the changing business world.
• You'll learn in small classes taught by faculty qualified in their disciplines and active in research.
• The Herberger Business School is accredited by AACSB International at the bachelor's and master's degree levels. The school has been accredited for more than 40 years.
• Faculty in the Herberger Business School have been published in some of the most prestigious and influential professional journals and presented at conferences nationally and worldwide.
• An alumni network connects students to business leaders throughout the state and nation.
• All Herberger Business School majors complete core classes in accounting, economics, mathematics, marketing, communications, technology, law, ethics, and financial principles.