Bachelor of Arts in Business Administrat...
Program Overview
Bellarmine’s Business Administration program prepares students for careers in finance, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, consulting, nonprofits, and more.
Students complete foundational coursework in accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management, information technology, and business law. As you progress into upper-level courses, you will apply what you learn through experiential projects, client-based assignments, and collaborative problem-solving.
Before graduation, students will complete two capstone experiences including a client-based strategic project for a real startup or nonprofit, and complete at least one required internship. Bellarmine Business Administration graduates leave with practical experience, professional confidence, and a portfolio of applied work.
Why Study Business Administration at Bellarmine?
AACSB-Accredited Excellence: Bellarmine’s business programs are accredited by AACSB, the global standard for quality in business education.
Small Classes, Personal Mentorship. With smaller classes, faculty can serve as mentors and advisors who know you personally and support your academic and professional growth.
Career-Focused Opportunities: Study abroad options, robust career development support, and an early-entry MBA pathway after 90 credit hours help you accelerate your goals.
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AACSB-Accredited Business Education
Study in a program accredited by AACSB, an internationally recognized standard of excellence in business education, while developing the critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills employers expect in today’s competitive marketplace.
Experiential Learning Built into Your Coursework
Progress from foundational 100- and 200-level courses to advanced 300- and 400-level classes across core business disciplines, culminating in hands-on experiential projects and two capstone experiences that apply your learning to real-world business challenges.
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Students Complete Internship
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Student-to-Faculty Ratio
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Capstone Projects
Applied Business Analytics Minor
Want to stand out even more in today’s data-driven economy?
Business Administration majors can add an Applied Business Analytics minor by completing just three additional courses through the Computer Science department. This minor equips you with practical, high-demand analytics skills for roles such as data analyst and other entry-level business analytics positions.
By combining business expertise with analytics proficiency, you’ll graduate with a powerful competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving workforce.
On-Campus Learning Experiences
The Bellarmine University Accounting Association is a professional organization that prepares accounting students for careers in public, private, and governmental accounting. Members engage with current industry issues, develop professional skills, and connect with employers from their first year through graduation and career placement.
Delta Sigma Pi is a professional business fraternity that promotes scholarship, leadership, and ethical business practices. Members build professional networks, strengthen ties with the business community, and advance their academic and career goals.
Career Opportunities
Business Administration prepares you for a broad range of careers across industries. Many graduates work in the private sector, while others continue to graduate study (including an MBA or law school) or extend internships into full-time roles.
Examples of organizations that have offered internships or career opportunities include:
- Abercrombie & Fitch
- Brown-Forman
- Churchill Downs
- Department of the Navy
- General Electric
- Humana
- Invesco
- Mercer
- Northwestern Mutual Financial Group
- Papa John’s Pizza
- Progressive Insurance
- UPS
- U.S. Bank
- LG&E and KU Energy
- YUM! Brands
Study Abroad Opportunities
Business students have access to study abroad programs in more than 50 countries. A popular option is a three-week immersion experience in Tuscany, which includes site visits to Central Austria at the University of Kufstein. Students earn up to six credit hours, and no prior language experience is required.
Students who continue into Bellarmine’s MBA program may also participate in a study abroad experience in France.
Faculty
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alisha Harper, J.D., LL.M. | Associate Professor; Department Chair | aharper@bellarmine.edu | 502.272.8471 |
| Patricia Carver, D.L.H.E. | Instructor of Business Administration |
Featured Faculty
Alisha Harper is an Associate Professor and serves as chair of the Department of Business
Administration. She received her B.A. from Shepherd University, her J.D. from the
University of Louisville, and an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University. Prior
to joining Bellarmine, she worked for eight years as a Senior Attorney for the IRS
Office of Chief Counsel and as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the
U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Dr. Patricia Carver is an Instructor of Business Administration in the Rubel School
of Business. She earned a B.S. in Commerce (Accounting) from the University of Louisville,
an MBA from Bellarmine, and a doctorate in Leadership in Higher Education. She is
a CPA and has extensive professional experience in accounting, finance, management,
strategic planning, and consulting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What courses are required to complete the program?
- Required core courses for Major: BUSA 103, BUSA 203, BUSA 301, BUSA 305, BUSA 345, BUSA 346, BUSA 410, BUSA 420, BUSA 444, BUSA 499, and FINA 315 (30 credit hours)
- Required related courses for Major: ACCT 101 and ACCT 102; ECON 110, ECON 111 and ECON 314; MATH 125 or MATH 117; MATH 205 or MATH 314; COMM 103 or COMM 205; PSYC 103 (27 credit hours)
- Required core courses for Minor: BUSA 103, 203, 301, and 305
- Required related courses for Minor: ACCT 101, ECON 110, FINA 315, and MATH 125 or 117
Students must achieve a minimum 2.00 GPA for all Rubel School courses (Accounting, Business, Economics, and Finance) taken in the Rubel School (not counting transfer courses) to graduate with a Business Administration major.
Do you provide job or internship placement?
Students complete a required internship, and many complete multiple internships. Examples of internship organizations include Brown-Forman, Fund for the Arts, Greater Louisville, Inc., Kentucky Derby Festival, Morgan Stanley, Northwestern Mutual, Red Bull North America, and Texas Roadhouse.
Is the program accredited?
The W. Fielding Rubel School of Business at Bellarmine University is accredited by AACSB International.
Is financial aid available?
Explore options on Bellarmine’s financial aid website.
Can I schedule a classroom visit?
Yes—start with a campus visit: Schedule a visit.
Bellarmine on Business Podcast
The Rubel School of Business produces the Bellarmine on Business podcast. Each monthly
episode features discussions with faculty and/or alumni on topics such as the economy,
finance, marketing, HR, law, and business strategy.
Accreditation
The W. Fielding Rubel School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), placing it among a small percentage of business schools worldwide.
Contact
Alisha Harper
Program Director
aharper@bellarmine.edu
(502) 272-8471
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