Online Bachelor of Science in Management

Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Science in management provides you with the expertise and qualifications needed to manage people, streamline operations and lead companies globally. When you earn a bachelor’s in business management, you position yourself to take on key roles in many industry sectors and fields of business.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 01/13/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 41

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

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What can you do with a business management degree?

Management professionals are in high demand across many industries. Organizations need effective leaders to make their operations more efficient, reliable and profitable. As new companies start doing business and existing ones expand and diversify, opportunities for business management degree holders will continue to grow.

Upon completion of this online business management degree, you’ll be prepared to take on a variety of career opportunities, including roles as a business analyst, sales manager and compliance manager.

The business management skills you’ll gain

Throughout your coursework, you’ll learn how to manage others in a professional capacity. As you progress in this degree, you’ll gain transferrable and relevant skills needed to be a successful business manager, such as:

  • Analytical research.
  • Communication.
  • Critical thinking.
  • Global applications.
  • Leadership.
  • Personal ethics and integrity.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Teamwork.

With a curriculum that emphasizes employee management and engagement, you can expect to develop broadly applicable talents related to leadership. No matter what career goals you set, you can count on developing a solid foundation of applied and theoretical management talents.

Business management vs. business administration: Differences between the two degrees

While there are similarities between this Bachelor of Science in business management and the Bachelor of Arts in business administration, there are key differences that set these two degrees apart.

In this Bachelor of science program, you’ll focus on the “people side” of business while developing key skills and strategies needed to manage others. These acquired skills will assist in the process of communicating with and leading employees within an organization.

Differently, the Bachelor of Arts in business administration emphasizes general business knowledge needed to manage a business’s operations, such as forecasting demand, planning inventory and purchasing services for an organization.

Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Business management courses

The curriculum in this online business management degree combines both theory and practice. You’ll learn about topics ranging from the global economy and e-business to ethical leadership. Skill-based exercises, case discussions and team-based projects play important roles in building the key skills needed to be a successful manager.


Prepare for these jobs in business management

This online business management degree equips you with the skills needed to work in a variety of supervisory roles and lead on a global scale. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to apply your talents and knowledge with many career opportunities in the nonprofit, governmental and private sectors. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Business Analyst


Growth: 9.7 %
Salary: $95,290

Business Professor


Growth: 6.9 %
Salary: $88,790

CEO


Growth: -8.2 %
Salary: $189,520

Compliance Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

General Manager (GM)


Growth: 4.2 %
Salary: $98,100

Office Manager


Growth: 5.6 %
Salary: $103,330

Sales Manager


Growth: 4.0 %
Salary: $130,600

Social Services Director


Growth: 9.1 %
Salary: $74,240

Store Security Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Experienced business professionals lead the way

The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

  • National Academy of Sciences members.
  • Renowned journal publications.
  • Speakers at national conferences.

Experienced business professionals lead the way

The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

  • National Academy of Sciences members.
  • Renowned journal publications.
  • Speakers at national conferences.

How to apply

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Study at one of the best business schools in the nation

The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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