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Ave Maria University offers an online BA in Business Administration for those interested in pursuing managerial roles in any number of business environments. This online bachelor’s degree in Business Administration features Catholic doctrine woven throughout the curriculum, teaching students to maintain business excellence and ethical leadership while they are learning the skills and knowledge needed to operate a business.

While studying the basics of business, including marketing, management, finance, accounting, economics, global issues, and business law, students also explore the theoretical and practical applications of essential business concepts.  Courses explore fundamental theories and the practice of building a business, as well as focusing on creativity, innovation, ethical principles, teamwork, and meeting human needs. 

By the time students graduate they will have studied topics that include:

• Business decision-making processes
• Marketing strategy and research
• Legal issues in business
• Strategic management
• Operational budgeting

Ave Maria University offers an MBA, an accredited online business administration degree, for those interested in enhancing their business skills as preparation for business careers or to advance their careers in business. This program is designed to develop the whole person through their Catholic worldview while providing fundamental tools for accounting, finance, marketing, and business management.

The curriculum examines business skills and principles from a global perspective that emphasizes interpersonal skills. You will study both theoretical and practical approaches to business along with the analytical thinking needed to understand and excel in the field. 

In addition to the knowledge and skills needed for a business career, this program incorporates Catholic ideals into all coursework, preparing graduates who are able to:

• Build integrity, trust, and commitment
• Gain awareness of the impact of business decisions on others
• Respect others, in and out of the workplace
• Incorporate ethics into every aspect of their career
• Choose what is right rather than what is simply convenient