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Mar 14, 2026
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University Catalog 2026-2027
Business Administration (BS)
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CIP Code = 520201
The Business Administration major is designed for students who wish to obtain broad business skills and knowledge, but who do not wish to specialize in one specific area of emphasis. The curriculum exposes students to core courses across all of the business disciplines, providing perspective in the theories and principles of accounting, finance, marketing, economics, management, quantitative analysis and information systems in a global environment. In addition, Business Administration majors are provided flexibility to select additional coursework to achieve personal and professional career goals.
Program Objectives:
- Business Administration majors will possess broad knowledge in the key areas of accounting, economics, finance, information systems, management, marketing QA and ethical decision-making in the global business environment.
- Business Administration majors demonstrate preparedeness for entry level positions in a variety of industries.
- Business Administration majors will comprehend the drivers of overall company performance.
Program Requirements:
A grade of “C” or better must be earned in all courses designated with **.
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Humanities (GER)
- COMM 1013: Principles of Communication Studies 3 Semester Credit Hours
Select two Humanities (GER) courses from the following disciplines: Literature, Foreign Languages, History, Classical Studies, Communications, Philosophy, Religious Studies, or Interdisciplinary. NOTE: some of these subject matter disciplines may not be offered at Louisiana Tech University. 6 Semester Credit Hours
Social/Behavioral Sciences (GER)
Natural Sciences (GER)
Select one Biology (BISC) class (3 semester hours) AND Select one Physical Science class (3 semester hours) OR Select two Physical Science classes (6 semester hours) - must be in same discipline NOTE: Physical Science courses from the following disciplines: Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Astronomy, or Meterology (some of these subject matter disciplines may not be offered at Louisiana Tech University.) Electives
Electives 3 Semester Credit Hours Electives
Electives 2 Semester Credit Hours Major Courses
- BUSN 4953: Business Administration Capstone 3 Semester Credit Hours
College of Business Elective * ** 3 Semester Credit Hours
ACCT Elective ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours
CIS Elective ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours
ECON Electives ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours
FINC Elective ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours
MGMT Elective ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours
MKTG Elective ** (300- or 400-level) 3 Semester Credit Hours International Business Elective (IER)*** 3 Semester Credit Hours
Electives
Electives 3 Semester Credit Hours Total Semester Credit Hours 120
*Business Electives are chosen by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor and must be a 300- or 400-level business course.
**A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course. ***(IER): International Education Requirement: ACCT 4853 , CIS 4853 , ECON 4853 , FINC 4853 , MGMT 4853 , or MKTG 4853 . |
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