Management: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

Degree Overview

A BSBA in Management is your passport to endless possibilities in the business world. By mastering the fundamentals of leadership, strategy, operations, and problem solving, you’ll gain the versatile skills that every organization needs to thrive—whether it’s a global company, a fast-growing startup, a nonprofit, or even your own business. Management majors don’t just learn how to run a business; they learn how to lead people, make smart decisions, and turn ideas into impact. With this degree, you’ll be ready to launch a career in areas like consulting, human resources, project management, or entrepreneurship—while building the foundation to move into executive roles or start your own venture. It’s a major that adapts to your passions and ambitions, giving you the freedom to shape your own career journey.

DEGREE HIGHLIGHTS

➤ Internship opportunities. Internship opportunities are very diverse and are continually being upgraded through the efforts of the department’s professional advisory boards, faculty, and the college’s business experience manager.

➤ Make the world your classroom. Study abroad in countries around the world, including Czech Republic, Ireland, Germany and England, while taking specialized business courses.

➤ More options. Management majors can choose a minor and additional elective courses in a field that fits their career goals - for example, those with an interest in environmental policy can elect a minor in environmental studies. Business is a popular minor for those with career interests in the private sector. All students are strongly encouraged to discuss their career goals with management faculty for guidance in choosing an appropriate minor.

Career Pathways with a BSBA in Management

Those with Northern Kentucky University management degrees are prepared to manage organizational operations and resources effectively. The practice of business management in a given job differs significantly according to the job's specific management function (like operations management versus human resources); the size of the company (like owning a small entrepreneurial venture versus the strategic planning jobs found mainly in large companies); and even the type of organization (like profit-maximizing public companies versus non-profits).

Management Bachelor's Degree Jobs

1. Leadership & General Management: Management Trainee, Assistant Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager

2. Project & Program Management: Project Coordinator, Junior Project Manager, Business Analyst, Program Associate

3. Consulting & Business Strategy: Management Consultant (entry-level), Strategy Analyst, Business Development Specialist

4. Nonprofit & Public Sector Leadership: Program Coordinator, Community Engagement Manager, Government Management Analyst

5. Graduate & Professional School Pathways: MBA, Law School (JD or MS in HR/Project Management/Analytics – specialization for higher-level roles

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

"My undergraduate degree in management from NKU was an excellent foundation, and helped me find a successful career path that matches my strengths in helping organizations and their people prosper and grow. Today I am an experienced Human Resources Director with demonstrated contributions working globally in the consumer goods industry.”

Nicole (Salisbury) Zube, Senior HR Director, North America Talent, Kellogg Company
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