Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration - General Track Thiel College

The program provides a broad understanding of the American business system and establishes a base for good citizenship in our democratic society, as well as teaches basic business principles and fundamental skills essential for success in either a large or small business.

Led by a team of experienced faculty, students will have hands-on opportunities to work with businesses in the region to enhance their classroom experiences.

Major Features

• Understand the basic business management functions.
• Develop competency in data analysis techniques, including the use of spreadsheets; and databases.
• Gain an understanding of the ethical dilemmas faced by business managers.
• Develop interpersonal skills and learn to be a valuable member of a team.
• Be prepared for entry-level employment in the field of business.

Major Requirements

Core Requirements (All Tracks)

• ACCT 113 Principles of Accounting I
• BADM 233 Managerial Accounting
• ECON 211 Macroeconomics
• ECON 221 Microeconomics
• MATH 211 Elementary Statistics
• CIS 111 Word Processing Applications
• CIS 112 Spreadsheet Applications
• CIS 113 Data Management Applications or CIS 122 Adv. Spreadsheet Applications
• CIS 129 Fund of Info Systems
• BADM 355 Business Law I
• BADM 356 Business Law II
• BADM 374 Principles of Management
• BADM 384 Business Communication

Management Track

Two of the following:

• BADM 344 Finance
• BADM 444 Operations Management
• BADM 484 Human Resource Management
• BADM 490 Strategic Management

Two of the following:

• BADM 210 Principles of Marketing
• BADM 334 Risk Management and Insurance
• BADM 364 Business Ethics
• BADM 376 International Business
• BADM 455 Cooperative Education
• BADM 474 Ruth A. Miller Senior Seminar
• BADM 490 Strategic Management
• CIS 241 Project Management

Graduates from Thiel College's business program have gone on to become successful business owners and community leaders in the local community, the western Pennsylvania region, and beyond! Whether it's becoming a Fortune 500 C-level executive, the owner of a local landscaping company, or attending graduate school, Thiel business graduates have done it all. In fact, the Arthur McGonigal Department of Business Administration & Accounting at Thiel College boasts the largest number of currently serving members on the College's Board of Trustees!