Course Overview!

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in General Business at Cleveland State University offers a broad-based business education covering accounting, finance, operations, marketing, management, sales, and entrepreneurship. It is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in various industries. Students can choose between an on-campus or online track, both requiring 33 credit hours of major coursework beyond the core BBA requirements. The on-campus track allows students to select from various minors and certificates, while the online track provides flexibility for working professionals. The program emphasizes the development of skills such as collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and cultural sensitivity.

Course Structure

The General Business BBA program consists of a core curriculum and a major field track selected by the student. The core curriculum includes foundational business courses. The major field requires 33 credit hours of upper-level (300/400 level) courses. Students can choose the on-campus track, requiring selection of two programs from among the college's minor and certificate offerings; or the online track selecting from an approved list of online business courses. Both tracks require a minimum 2.0 GPA in major coursework. The on-campus track may include internships while the online track is designed for working professionals.