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.

Learn more

Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 05/16/2024


Total classes:

Total classes: 40

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

Degree questions, answered.

Have questions about the Business – Law (BA)? Fill out this form and we’ll get in touch!

* Indicates a required field

This is a required field.
This is a required field.
This is a required field.
Invalid phone number. Please try again.

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:

  • Business analyst.
  • Compliance manager.
  • Operations research analyst.
  • Regulatory affairs manager.
  • Risk management.
  • Security manager.

Who’s a good candidate for this bachelor’s program?

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or corporate executive looking to upskill, this program may be the right fit for you. As a business law major, you’ll gain a well-rounded business foundation coupled with a systematic framework for analyzing real-world legal regulation and corresponding business risks. An ideal candidate may have experience in the following sectors:

  • Administrative.
  • Advocacy.
  • Business Owner.
  • Compliance.
  • Ethical.
  • Government.
  • Human Resources.
  • Legal.
  • Management.
  • Policy/Regulatory.

Please note, this program is not a pre-law degree best suited for those looking to become lawyers. Although our law degree does accept students graduating from this program, this degree was designed for law needed for business use, such as case studies and negotiations.

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.


ACC 231: Uses of Accounting Information I


ACC 241: Uses of Accounting Information II


CIS 105: Computer Applications and Information Technology (QTRS OR CS)


ECN 212: Microeconomic Principles (SOBE OR SB)


ECN 221: Business Statistics (QTRS OR CS)


ECN 211: Macroeconomic Principles (SOBE OR SB)


FIN 300: Fundamentals of Finance


LES 305: Business Law and Ethics for Managers


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


Growth: 9.7 %
Salary: $95,290

Compliance Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Cost Estimator


Growth: -2.8 %
Salary: $71,200

Operations Research Analyst


Growth: 22.5 %
Salary: $85,720

Regulatory Affairs Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Risk Manager


Growth: 8.2 %
Salary: $102,120

Security Manager


Growth: 4.6 %
Salary: $99,030

Store Security Manager


Growth: 3.3 %
Salary: $128,620

Study with business professionals

Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are 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 which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

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

Study with business professionals

Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are 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 which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:

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

How to apply

General admission requirements

First year additional requirements

Transfer additional requirements

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 great value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.

#3


best online bachelor's in business programs.

#3


best online master’s in business programs (excluding MBA).

#3


best online general management MBA programs.

Top 5


best online business analytics MBA programs.

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.

You might also be interested in

Business – Business Administration (BA)

Undergraduate

Business – Business Administration (BA)


Management (BS)

Undergraduate

Management (BS)


Business – Global Leadership (BA)

Undergraduate

Business – Global Leadership (BA)


Justice Studies (BS)

Undergraduate

Justice Studies (BS)