BA_BUS - Business Administration (BA) (53-54 units)

A minimum grade of C- is required in all courses applied to any School of Business and Economics undergraduate major or minor. A student earning a grade less than C- in a required business course (e.g., business/ economics core, emphasis, or elective) will be required to repeat the course.

The Accounting emphasis is designed to prepare students to observe, measure, and report on the economic and financial aspects of corporations, partnerships, governments or individuals in an accurate, informed, and ethical manner. Courses are designed to prepare graduates with the skill set necessary to achieve these functions and be able to participate in the establishment of strategies and the subsequent measurement of activities and results used by various levels of leadership to manage the vitality and economic status of their organization. Separate tracks are available for students targeting private accounting roles as well as those pursuing pre-licensure status in public accounting.

The Business Data Analytics emphasis prepares students to make sense of real-world phenomena and everyday activities by synthesizing and mining big data with the intention of uncovering patterns, relationships, and trends by focusing on understanding the methodologies used to analyze and interpret data. Advances in our ability to collect, store, and process different kinds of data from traditionally unconnected sources enable us to answer complex, data-driven questions in ways that have never been possible before. Big data has emerged as the driving force behind critical business decisions.

Business Economics is the study of the financial issues and challenges faced by corporations. Business economics is a field in economics that deals with issues such as business organization, management, expansion, and strategy. Studies might include how and why corporations expand, the impact of entrepreneurs, the interactions between corporations, and the role of governments in regulation. In sum, the Business Administration Bachelor with a Business Economics emphasis at Concordia University Irvine will prepare the student for decision making in work and life by incorporating the analytical process of modern economic thought in business operations and the pursuit of maximizing value.

NOTE: course or course if not taken in the Business Core.

The Finance emphasis studies the acquisition and use of monetary resources for individuals and organizations. Finance considers the rewards of financial ventures in contrast with their risk, giving financial managers the necessary tools to evaluate alternative financial decisions.

The Healthcare Management emphasis prepares business students to take advantage of the career opportunities that the changing healthcare industry provides in a wide variety of sectors including hospitals, clinics, long-term care, information technology, nonprofit organizations, public health, mental health, insurance, marketing, finance, and public policy. This unique business emphasis in Healthcare Management focuses on professional development and advocacy with a business perspective on quality, cost, and access of care while preparing students for professional positions that will enhance the operational efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare and related organizations, while improving the delivery of healthcare services.

The International Business emphasis is designed for students with broad global horizons. Through a focused course of study and advisement, students will position themselves for a global career in both the for-profit and not-for-profit worlds. Studies will include international business preparation, cultural exposure, and intensive overseas study led by faculty with deep experience in global enterprise.

The International Business emphasis requires a minimum of 6 units and a maximum of 12 units be taken internationally from 1) the International Business emphasis required courses; 2) the International Business emphasis elective courses; and/or 3) the following courses in the Business core: course, course or course. Prior approval of the overseas institution(s) and the student's course selection is required.

The Management emphasis prepares students to manage and lead in this essential business function in private enterprises, partnerships, international conglomerates, government agencies, non-profit organizations, entrepreneurial endeavors, etc. Managers are required to not only be technically adept in their business and industry in diverse environments but must possess effective interpersonal skills, foster decision making, and engage entrepreneurial thinking. A manager must effectively and efficiently manage people, projects, resources, and regulations in the pursuit of the organization’s mission and objectives in real time. A good leader is a manager that inspires others to consistently perform optimally and harmoniously with fellow employees, supervisors, competitors, customers, financial markets/institutions, and regulatory agencies by displaying, deploying, and encouraging superb communication skills, creative problem solving capabilities, and competent leadership style.

The Marketing emphasis aims to prepare students to understand and predict how consumers and competitors act and operate in emerging global markets and exploding technological advancements. Marketers attract customers by identifying potential needs, developing products and services to meet those needs, creating awareness, and communicating benefits. Subsequently, marketers retain customers by ensuring customers receive great value, outstanding service, and innovative products.