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Management (BSBA)

Lead People and Organizations to Success

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Management at the University of Dayton's School of Business Administration builds your global leadership competencies by acquiring a deeper understanding of business and cultural practices. Through a hands-on, experiential curriculum, you'll solve real-world corporate challenges, analyze your leadership strengths and manage team projects. By bridging the gap between management theory and live business application, you'll graduate with the strategic problem-solving skills and organizational expertise demanded by top employers worldwide.

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AACSB Dual-Accredited

a designation held by fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide

100% of students

in management complete a hands-on capstone project

About the Management (BSBA) Program

Why study management at UD?

Become a CEO Before You Graduate

Gain real-world management experience and accelerate your growth before entering the workforce through Flyer Enterprises, one of the nation's largest student-operated businesses with 250+ student employees. Progress from barista to over 35 leadership positions, including CEO, in just four years. You'll take on responsibilities across the full spectrum of team leadership, including talent acquisition, training and development and performance management.

Consult Nonprofits and Small Businesses

Gain experience in client management and business development with Flyer Consulting, our student-run firm. You'll provide pro-bono consulting services to nonprofits and small businesses, delivering impactful solutions and honing your skills in a real-world setting. In 2025, a UD student team competed at the National Collegiate Consulting Championship, with two students placing in the top 25.

Capstone Project

In the Senior Seminar in Management course, you'll bridge the gap between theory and practice. This semester-long consulting project with real clients allows you to put your study of management and leadership directly into practice, delivering impactful solutions and gaining invaluable experience before you graduate.

Study Abroad

Technology has made our world increasingly more connected, and the economy has become more global than any time in history. We offer several study abroad programs, including a full slate of summer study programs.

Get Involved and Build Connections

Join 25+ business student organizations to explore interests, grow leadership skills and expand your network.

Graduate Career Ready

UD management students graduate prepared to lead in fast-changing workplaces with strong communication, adaptability and problem-solving skills.

AACSB Dual-Accredited

The University of Dayton School of Business Administration is dual-accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business — with additional specialized accreditation for our accounting program. Fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide hold this prestigious dual-accreditation of accounting and business.

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How do I apply to the management program?

At the University of Dayton, applying is free and test scores are optional. When you apply, you'll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.

Learn about our admission process, then apply using UD's application or the Common App.

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What is the tuition cost and is financial aid available?

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.

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Management (BSBA) Degree Requirements and Information
Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management degree requires a total of at least 120 credit hours. This degree also includes requirements from our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP).

About the Degree

The management major curriculum is designed to help you become a leader. Our dynamic courses equip you with the skills to adapt and excel in a changing business world. You'll gain a holistic understanding of how to lead teams, manage resources and drive organizations toward a common goal.

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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.

Semester 1
  • BIZ 101 – Launching Your Business Career: Foundations for Student Success
    1
  • ECO 203 – Principles of Microeconomics
    3
  • HUM 101 – Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times
    3
  • MGT 101 – Entrepreneurial, Innovative and Creative Mindsets
    3
  • MGT 201 – Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
    3
  • CAP Natural Science and Lab
    4
  • Total Credit Hours 17
Semester 2
  • BIZ 103 – Develop Your Vocation and Career Flight Plan
    1
  • BIZ 201 – Business Cases and Communications
    3
  • ECO 204 – Principles of Macroeconomics
    3
  • HUM 102 – Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good
    3
  • MTH 129 – Calculus for Business
    3
  • CAP Arts Study
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 3
  • ACC 201 – Accounting Information for Business Decisions I
    3
  • BAN 210 – Statistics for Business Analytics I
    3
  • BIZ 202 – Career Flight Takeoff
    1
  • ENG 200 – Writing Seminar II
    3
  • MGT 301 – Organizational Behavior
    3
  • CAP Faith Traditions
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 4
  • INB 302 – Survey of International Business
    3
  • ACC 202 – Accounting Information for Business Decisions II
    3
  • BAN 211 – Statistics for Business Analytics 2
    3
  • MIS 301 – Information Systems in Organizations
    3
  • CAP Diversity and Social Justice
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 5
  • MGT 421 – Small Business Management
    3
  • MGT Elective
    3
  • MKT 301 – Principles of Marketing
    3
  • OPS 301 – Survey of Operations and Supply Management
    3
  • Open Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 6
  • MGT Elective
    3
  • BIZ 301 – Successfully Navigating Your Career Flight Plan
    1
  • FIN 301 – Introduction to Financial Management
    3
  • CAP Advanced Historical Studies
    3
  • Open Elective
    6
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 7
  • MGT Elective
    3
  • MGT 490 – Strategic Management
    3
  • CAP Advanced Philosophical Studies
    3
  • Open Elective
    4
  • Total Credit Hours 13
Semester 8
  • MGT 410 – Senior Seminar in Management
    3
  • CAP Advanced Religious Studies
    3
  • Open Elective
    6
  • Total Credit Hours 12

At the University of Dayton, our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP), encourages you to integrate knowledge — and put it to use.

Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

Visit the Academic Catalog for official major requirements, prerequisite(s), course descriptions and more.

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Transfer and Exam Credits

Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

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Success After Graduation

Get more than your foot in the door — get ready for success. At our School of Business Administration, you will have the opportunity to combine the classroom and business world together in a way that allows you to further sharpen your skills. It’s a key reason why employers love hiring our students — they can hit the ground running.

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$56,598 average

starting salary for management majors

99% success rate

after graduation for the School of Business Administration

Your Academic Path: The UD Management Experience

Double Major

Choose a second or even third major! You can personalize your academic path to support your goals and interests. You may choose more than one business major or even a business major with a complementary non-business major, as long as you meet the specific requirements to enter the major.

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BWISE

To really excel as a business professional, you'll need to gain additional business wisdom outside the classroom. That's where BWISE (Business Wisdom through Intercultural, Service and Experiential Education) comes in.

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Bachelor's Plus Master's Program

With UD's Bachelor's Plus Master's (BPM) program, you can earn your bachelor's degree and a master's degree at an accelerated pace — often completing your master's degree within just one year of earning your bachelor's degree.

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Academic and Career Advising

Want to pursue a double major or a minor? To use your business skills for humanitarian purposes? To gain real-world experience through an internship or cooperative education? Your holistic advisor will help you develop — and complete — your plan.

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Success is a Journey

At the University of Dayton, you'll have a supportive community dedicated to fueling your success. Through guaranteed, real-world experience, you'll build the skills and confidence needed to be workforce ready.

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Management (BSBA) Frequently Asked Questions

What can students do with a management degree after graduation?

Upon graduating with a management degree, students can do many things, such as work in human resources, help to improve companies’ business processes or work as a business analyst or project coordinator, for Fortune 500 and small startups, alike!

What internships and real-world business experiences are available for management students?

All of our students will be required to complete an internship, and there are many available to choose from, both during the summer and, for the enterprising, during the school year, as well.

Can management students work in a variety of industries and career paths?

Yes! Our graduates have taken jobs in companies both large and small, as well as in non-profit organizations. Whether you are interested in a business career in the arts, manufacturing or technology, a UD management degree can help you make it happen.

How does the program prepare students to lead teams, projects and organizations?

Employers who hire our students consistently mention that they work well in teams, largely because of the training they receive at the University of Dayton. Students can take classes specifically designed to help them improve their teamwork skills, and virtually every class will require students to work in teams for significant deliverables.

Will students work on real business challenges, consulting projects or case competitions?

Absolutely! Students will work on a real-world capstone project, and run their own, simulated business as part of their strategic management class.

Along the way, students might also participate in the National Business Consulting Championship, Flyer Enterprises in a manager or Executive team role, or other extra-curricular activities designed to prepare them for the real world.

How is AI incorporated in the management curriculum?

AI is incorporated in the curriculum in many ways that are continually evolving. Whether as a research tool, as a way to sharpen presentation skills, or even to improve students' writing, our faculty are leveraging AI to provide the most enriched academic experience possible.