B.A. in Business Administration (Major)
Prague, Czech Republic
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
EUR 10,500 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* rolling admissions; if you need a visa, we recommend applying at least 10 weeks prior to the start date of the semester in which you want to start your studies
** for Non-EU | for EU 9000 EUR per year
Introduction
The B.A. in Business Administration (Major) is a dually accredited program. You will get both an American and European BA degree for a single price. The program is delivered by an international faculty with top qualifications and experience in the business world.
This program is ideal for students seeking wide-ranging knowledge in the fields of business and market economy, management, marketing, and finance. This option is suited to students whose primary aim is the breadth, rather than depth, of knowledge in a specific area, for transferring students who may have completed courses that correspond to this general approach, or for those with a creative streak who wish to devise their own curriculum.
Students of the extended major will combine in-class theory with real-world problem-solving including practical experience at a business in the area of their choice. They will develop qualitative as well as quantitative thinking skills while becoming proficient in foreign languages, communication, and writing. As graduates, students of the extended major will be prepared for the most competitive and dynamic jobs on the market, and be able to manage their own career development, as well as the development of other individuals and groups.
Beyond the classroom, you can join student clubs like the Business Club or participate in hands-on programs like the International Consulting Program. AAU’s Career Center also connects students with numerous professional internships in the Czech Republic and abroad every year.
For the Business Administration (Major) program, the following minors are available:
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Humanities, Society and Culture
The Bachelor’s degree awarded is concurrently recognized as a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in the United States, per AAU’s accreditation by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, and as a Bakalář (Bc.) in the Czech Republic, per AAU’s accreditation by the National Accreditation Bureau for Higher Education (NABHE). Graduates may select whether to use the U.S. post-nominal or the Czech pre-nominal title.
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Curriculum
Business Administration (Major) is a 3-year study program. To graduate, students must accumulate 90 US credits (180 ECTS credits) by completing 30 courses. This program does not include a specific concentration, instead, students are required to take more major courses which allow for more choice of electives.
General Education Module
- Composition I
- Composition II
- Intro to Economic Thought
- Computer Information Systems
- Introduction to Law
One course from the following:
- Introduction to Politics (Politics I)
- Intro to Sociology
- Intro to Psychology
One course from the following:
- World History I
- World History II
- EUROPEAN HISTORY I: THE ORIGIN OF EUROPE
- European History II
- Survey of Western Art
Major Module
- Business Mathematics I
- Introduction to Management
- International Marketing
- Business Statistics
- Financial Accounting
- Advanced Communication and Presentation Skills For Global Managers
- Corporate Finance
- Strategic Planning (Strategic Planning I)
- Thesis Seminar (Strategic Planning II)
- Business Information Systems
- Business Ethics
On top of that students are also required to complete the Thesis module.
Business Administration Electives module
Five courses from the list of available business elective courses
Open Electives Module
Five elective courses offered by any school at AAU
Program Outcome
Graduates of the B.A. in Business Administration can expect to:
- Demonstrate broad knowledge in the field of business administration with a critical understanding of organizational theories and principles.
- Apply theoretical management, accounting, finance, and marketing knowledge to real workplace situations.
- Utilize quantitative and qualitative analysis to address challenges facing businesses today in order to assist the development of strategic advantages in a competitive environment.
- Express findings and developments effectively using both current technology and written skills.
Career Opportunities
AAU graduates thrive in multinational environments and are able to communicate professionally in English to international audiences. As a graduate of this degree program, you will be well-equipped to continue your studies or pursue a global career in areas such as:
- financial analyst
- audit assistant,
- business consultant
- credit analyst
- data analyst
- portfolio manager
- account manager
- fundraiser
- entrepreneur
- event coordinator / planner / manager
- lead generator, marketing assistant / executive / manager (domestic / international / global),
- marketing strategy manager, marketing analyst, market(ing) researcher, public relations manager, campaign manager, client executive, project manager, sales executive/manager, marketing manager, HR manager, business information system consultant.