Degree Programs

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The mission of the Business Administration program emphasizes management studies. It is designed to direct students toward an integrated approach to modern management, theory and practice, the changing nature of management, management in a changing global environment, and creative problem solving. The approved electives provide career options in Financial, Human Resource Management, Marketing, and International Business.

The objectives of the program are as follows:

  1. To explain the relationship between human resources management and other functions within the organization
  2. To analyze the different sub-functions that are critical to the success of any organization
  3. To describe the strategic importance of human resources in today’s global economy
  4. To explain the steps needed to create and launch a new business
  5. To integrate theory and practical business experiences needed to enhance the chances for success of a new business
  6. To analyze the components needed to strategically align an organization with its environment
  7. To explain the relationships of the functional areas within a business
  8. To analyze models of rational decision-making used in an organization
  9. To apply management concepts to organizations operating in an international arena
  10. To analyze components of international business, to include international trade and investment, foreign exchange, financial markets, and political and cultural interactions between multinational organizations and host countries

Graduation Requirements

This degree program requires at least 122 semester hours for completion.

Academic Degree Plans for: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (PDF)

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE

The mission of the Finance program is to provide students with knowledge of the major concepts and practices of financial management, while at the same time helping to develop their analytical, decision-making, and communication abilities. The Finance program will also provide students with learning opportunities, that reflect the current state of knowledge and practice within the field; and the program will prepare students for careers in finance and other business areas, and provide them with the opportunity to pursue graduate studies.

The goals of the program are as follows:

  1. To provide an understanding of the theoretical foundations of finance
  2. To produce students who are able to communicate effectively in oral presentations and in writing.
  3. To train students to apply quantitative skills to business problems
  4. To assist students in acquiring the ability to use technology in making finance and business decisions. 5. To ensure an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of other areas in business.
  5. To integrate skills and concepts from the common body of knowledge, bringing them to bear upon the critical analysis of business/finance issues and problems.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • SLO1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts and practices of financial analysis and management and develop analytical decision making skills.
  • SLO2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of investments and derivatives for the practical application of theory.
  • SLO3. Students will demonstrate overall knowledge of finance and major functional areas in business for careers in finance and business, and /or graduate study.

Graduation Requirements

This degree program requires at least 122 semester hours for completion.

Academic Degree Plans for:
Bachelor of Science in Finance (PDF)

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

Here at FMU, we can offer you a fully-accredited MBA in one-year, part-time. By taking two or four classes each semester (on Saturdays), students will attend classes with other motivated, working professionals; learn from Florida Memorial University’s experienced, credentialed staff of professors; complete a full general MBA program in one calendar year, gaining the full range of accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing knowledge needed to compete and succeed in today’s business environment; and earn an MBA from Florida Memorial University, a SACS accredited university.

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