General Business, B.S.B.A.

John Chambers College of Business and Economics

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The online BSBA in General Business program at the WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics offers the flexibility and comprehensive business education you need to thrive in any industry, from government to real estate to business services. Gain essential management, research, and financial skills to excel in today's dynamic business environment—all while balancing your busy schedule.

Cost:

$521 / Cost per credit hour ^*

Courses and Credits:

40 Courses / 120 Credits

Duration:

Four-year program

Dates:

Next Start: August 20, 2025 Admission Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer

Learning Format:

Online asynchronous

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Program Overview

Master the World of Business

The BSBA in General Business equips you with a comprehensive education in business operations and management. Ideal for those still exploring their options or seeking versatility, this program allows you to tailor your education to your evolving interests and goals. You will gain essential skills in management, research, and financial analysis, preparing you for a wide range of career opportunities across diverse sectors.

Broad Business Education: Develop a thorough understanding of business and how organizations operate.
Versatile Career Paths: Prepare for roles in corporate management, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, and more.
Customized Curriculum: Work with your academic advisor to tailor your education to your interests and goals.
Flexible Program Structure: This online program's flexibility lets you get a quality education without putting your life on hold.

It is 100% worth it and you can succeed. The professors really care and are always there to help when needed.

Blair Shea

BSBA, Major: General Business

Curriculum

By majoring in General Business, you will acquire essential business fundamentals, develop a comprehensive understanding of organizational operations, and equip yourself with the skills needed to excel in corporate management training programs. You will work with your advisor to plan a customized curriculum, selecting 30 credits of upper-level business courses, with no more than 9 credits in any specific discipline.

Learning Outcomes

By pursuing this program, you will be able to:

Think critically and solve problems in business settings.
Deal with the dynamics of individuals and teams within organizations and to motivate, lead, and inspire employees toward achieving organizational goals.
Use computer and information technology in solving problems and perform functions commonly seen in managing businesses and other organizations.
Recognize the opportunities and challenges associated with the global marketplace.
Have an appreciation of the ethical, legal, and regulatory issues impacting the decision-making process.
Communicate recommendations to management and other constituencies, orally and in writing.

University Requirements

General Education Foundations (GEF) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 (31-37 credits)
Outstanding GEF Requirements 2, 5, 6, 7 and 8, 16 credit hours
BCOR 191: First-Year Seminar, 1 credit hour
General Electives, 17 credit hours

Total: 34 credit hours

Program Requirements

ACCT 201: Principles of Accounting 1 (Minimum grade of C-), 3 credit hours
BCOR 121: Introduction to Business Applications (Minimum grade of C-), 2 credit hours
ECON 201: Principles of Microeconomics (Minimum grade of C-; may fulfill GEF 4), 3 credit hours
ECON 202: Principles of Macroeconomics (Minimum grade of C-; may fulfill GEF 8), 3 credit hours

Select one of the following (Minimum grade of C-; may fulfill GEF 8), 3 credit hours:

ECON 225: Elementary Business and Economics Statistics
STAT 211: Elementary Statistical Inference

Select one of the following (Minimum grade of C-; may fulfill GEF 1), 3-6 credit hours:

ENGL 101 & 102: Introduction to Composition and Rhetoric and Composition, Rhetoric, and Research
ENGL 103: Accelerated Academic Writing

MATH 124: Algebra with Applications (Minimum grade of C-; may fulfill GEF 3)

Total: 23 credit hours

Business Core Requirements

ENTR 102: Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, 3 credit hours
BCOR 199: Introduction to Business (Fulfills First Year Seminar requirement), 3 credit hours
BCOR 299: Business Communication (Fulfills Writing and Communication Skills Requirement), 3 credit hours
BCOR 320: Legal Environment of Business, 3 credit hours
BCOR 330: Information Systems and Technology, 3 credit hours
BCOR 340: Principles of Finance, 3 credit hours
BCOR 350: Principles of Marketing, 3 credit hours
BCOR 360: Supply Chain Management, 3 credit hours
BCOR 370: Principles of Management, 3 credit hours
BCOR 380: Business Ethics, 3 credit hours
BCOR 460: Contemporary Business Strategy, 3 credit hours
Total Hours: 33

General Business Major Requirements

Possess a minimum GPA of 2.0 for all major courses calculated using all attempted GPA hours unless excluded by the D/F repeat policy.

Major Electives*, 30 credit hours

Total Credit Hours: 120

*The thirty semester hours of major electives that form the General Business major must consist of upper-division business and economics courses in disciplines such as Accounting (ACCT), Economics (ECON), Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ENTR), Finance (FIN), Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM), Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTOR), Management (MANG), Management Information Systems (MIST), Marketing (MKTG) and Organizational Leadership (ORGL). No more than nine semester hours in one of the aforementioned disciplines may apply toward the major. General Business majors may apply for up three credit hours of Professional Field Experience toward the major electives and the remaining three credit hours toward unrestricted electives.

This information is from WVU's 2025-2026 Academic Catalog.

Chambers College is Accredited by the AACSB

The Chambers College is AACSB accredited and has been for over 60 years. Only 5% of business schools globally receive this distinction.

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Admissions Requirements and Eligibility

For admission to a Chambers online undergraduate major, first time freshmen should:

Have a minimum 2.0 overall GPA and be admitted to WVU.
Have a test score equivalent to place into MATH 122.

SAT Math Score of 510 OR
ACT Math Score of 19 OR
Students who apply without test scores, but meet other admission requirements will be conditionally admitted and will be required to complete ALEKS Math Placement Testing and score a 39 or higher to place into MATH 122.

For admission to a Chambers online undergraduate major, transfer students should:

Be admitted to WVU.
Have transfer credit for MATH 122 or higher with a C- or higher OR
Have a test score equivalent to placing into MATH 122.

SAT Math Score of 510 OR
ACT Math Score of 19 OR
Students who apply without test scores, but meet other admission requirements will be conditionally admitted and will be required to complete ALEKS Math Placement Testing and score a 39 or higher to place into MATH 122.

Students who do not have placement or a MATH 122 equivalent on their transcript should discuss eligibility with Amy Roberts-Dixon.

Admissions Process and How to Apply

Request official transcripts from all institutions attended (other than WVU), or high school transcripts if fewer than 24 college credits be sent to:

WVU Office of Admissions

WVUadmissions@mail.wvu.edu

How to Apply

Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid

The University provides a comprehensive approach to helping you finance your education. Learn more on the WVU Financial Aid Website.

Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies, and living expenses. Visit the Estimate Costs and Aid webpage to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.

Students are encouraged to:

File the application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the June deadline to determine eligibility for funding and scholarships.
Inquire with your employer about potential financial support for continuing your education.

Tuition per credit hour is listed on the page of your program of interest. Please note, tuition and fees are reviewed and subject to change at the start of each academic year.

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Careers and Employment

As a graduate of the BSBA in General Business, you'll possess a solid foundation of business knowledge, preparing you for a wide array of career paths. This degree offers versatility, enabling you to adapt to various roles and industries. You can pursue careers in corporate management, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, real estate, government, and more.

Career Paths

Operations Manager
Business Intelligence Analyst
Sales Representative
Human Resources Specialist
Marketing Specialist
Business Development Specialist
Accountant
Project Management Specialist