Online Bachelor of Arts in Business – Law
Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in law offers a versatile combination of business and legal expertise. By improving your legal knowledge, you’ll become more efficient and better positioned in the world of business. You’ll gain the tools you need to thrive in a variety of positions at the intersection of business and law. These include business managers, contracts and compliance, human resources, legal assistants, policy representatives, research analysts and more.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/13/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What you’ll learn in a business law degree concentration
As a business law major, you’ll prepare for a variety of professions in which business and law play an important role. You’ll also gain a systematic framework for analyzing legal regulation and corresponding business risks and liabilities. This innovative, transdisciplinary program provides you with a strong business foundation coupled with legal expertise.
The business law degree concentration covers diverse topics within the fields of business and law. You’ll take courses on the U.S. legal system and substantive areas of business law. You’ll develop expertise on the legal and regulatory climate that affects business policies and decisions. This program’s rigorous coursework will also teach you essential business law skills, such as logic, compliance, case analysis, negotiation, critical thinking and problem solving.
The business law careers this degree prepares you for
Business law is a subdiscipline of business that covers the system of rules governing the formation and operation of a business. It focuses on preventing problems that may hinder a business or cause legal disputes. Areas of business law include contracts, compliance, negotiations, human resources, intellectual property and taxes.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have the tools to thrive in a variety of industries, ranging from new business ventures to corporate positions, government positions and regulatory agency compliance. Examples of careers you may pursue include:
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.”
Your concentration in business law will appear on both your diploma and transcripts.
Business law courses
In this business degree with a law concentration, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools necessary to analyze legal issues faced by businesses. You’ll take courses about the legal system, ethical issues, regulatory agencies, intellectual property and more. The rigorous business law coursework also covers topics like argumentation, justice theory and persuasive writing on public issues.
What can I do with a business law degree concentration?
When you graduate, you’ll thrive in a variety of jobs and industries. Whether you’re starting a new business venture, pursuing a corporate career or joining a compliance team, your combination of business and legal expertise will make you a competitive applicant. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:
Business Analyst
Compliance Manager
Cost Estimator
Operations Research Analyst
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Risk Manager
Security Manager
Store Security Manager
Study with business professionals
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.
Study with business professionals
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.
Learn from 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.
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.
