Discover Business

Students in the Discover Business program work toward a degree and attend courses like BIZ 101 (Launching Your Business Career and Foundations for Success) and BIZ 103 (Develop Your Vocation and Career Flight Plan) during their first year while deciding their major. These courses cover the curriculum and careers of each program, as well as ways students can achieve other academic goals like finding complementary minors, double majors and abroad and away opportunities. Holistic Academic Advisors teach these courses to provide additional support outside of the classroom and can make referrals to faculty micro-mentors for added academic and industry insights.

Once a major is declared, that will determine the coursework required and degree awarded upon graduation.

Program Outcomes

• Students will articulate the idea of vocation and demonstrate progress in the vocational discernment process.
• Students will make successful and timely progress toward a degree.
• Students feel a sense of belonging at the University.

Sample Plan of Study

This is a sample plan of study for students starting at UD in the 2025-26 academic year. This is a recommended course sequence, but your schedule may vary depending on previously earned college credits, course availability, advisor recommendations, and your personal goals and interests. Please contact your holistic advisor if you have any questions.

About Discover Business

The Discover Business program is a great way to move toward a four-year degree, even if you are:

• undecided
• deciding between multiple majors
• not quite meeting the benchmarks for the major you applied to
• in a major, but have decided it's not the right fit

In the Discover Business program, you'll be able to explore all business academic options at UD. If you're unsure of exactly which major fits you best, we are here to help you find your vocation and success at UD.

Curriculum

• AACSB Accredited: Our accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International) represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.
• Top 30 Business School: 2025 Poets&Quants ranked UD's School of Business Administration among the Top 30 in the nation for academic experience — and Top 50 overall.

Faculty and Staff Support

• 100% of Business Classes Taught by Faculty: All business courses are taught by faculty—never by graduate assistants or teaching assistants.
• Micro-Mentors: Connect with business micro-mentors for personalized guidance on careers, grad school, electives, and aligning your studies with your goals.
• Holistic Academic Advising: Build a lasting connection with your dedicated holistic academic advisor who supports you through your entire UD journey. Our holistic advisors understand the curriculum for all business majors at UD. They serve as the primary point of contact for Discover Business students for course registration, vocational major exploration and other academic concerns. They work closely with the student's Flight Crew to provide intervention for students who are struggling.

Career Development

• Required Career Flight Plan Curriculum: All business students complete four courses (50+ hours) of professional development through the Career Flight Plan — covering everything from CliftonStrengths and AI specializations to business etiquette, mock interviews, negotiation and more.

Experiential Learning

• Real-World Results Start Here: 100% of UD students complete a high-impact experiential learning opportunity — part of our University-wide commitment to hands-on, real-world education.
• BWISE (Business Wisdom through International, Service and Experiential Education) Requirement: Gets students out of the classroom and into companies, communities, and the world to lead, learn and gain real experience.
• Get Involved Beyond the Classroom: Join 25+ business-related student organizations to explore interests, build connections, and gain hands-on experience.

Ready to take the next step? Explore admission options or schedule an academic visit to learn more about Discover Business.

Related Programs

• Accounting (B.S.B.A.)
• Business Analytics (B.S.B.A.)
• Business Economics (B.S.B.A.)
• Entrepreneurship (B.S.B.A.)
• Finance (B.S.B.A.)
• Management (B.S.B.A.)
• Management Information Systems (B.S.B.A.)
• Marketing (B.S.B.A.)
• Operations and Supply Chain Management (B.S.B.A.)

Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation and success rates, UD is an excellent value.

To help you cover your costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time work study are available. The University also accepts transfer credits and credit by exam for undergraduates, giving you more flexibility to add a double major or minor or participate in a transformational experience like study abroad or co-op.