Fresno Pacific University

What you'll study

The major builds foundational business knowledge and advances into leadership, group dynamics and strategy. Courses include management, organizational behavior, marketing, accounting and course work focused on diversity, teams, human resources and business policy. Students must earn a C‑ or higher in organizational leadership courses (exceptions noted for some general education or elective courses).

• Program co‑requisite courses (6 units): ECON 103 Introduction to Economics (3), MATH 205 Introductory Statistics (3)
• Required courses (27 units): ACCT 301 Accounting for Management (3); BUS 430 Business Information Systems (3); BUS 431 Organization Behavior (3); BUS 434 Individual in the Organization (3); BUS 442 Ethics and Values in Organizations (3); BUS 475 Law and the Business Environment (3); FIN 460 Business Finance (3); INTB 370 International Business (3); MKT 320 World of Marketing (3)
• Emphasis courses (9 units): BUS 432 Dynamics of Group Behavior (3); BUS 438 Human Resources (3); BUS 444 Diversity in the Workplace (3)
• Capstone (3 units): BUS 471 Business Policy and Strategy (3)
• Electives: select business courses in any emphasis area to meet total required units

Entry requirements

Applicants submit an application and fee and must have at least a 2.4 GPA (petitions considered if below 2.4). Applicants need two years of postsecondary work experience and a minimum of 6 transferable units (petitions considered if below 6). Note: students need 60 units before starting the major. Additional first steps include requesting official transcripts, providing GED or associate degree documentation if applicable, and submitting any military transcripts or DD214.

Career prospects

The curriculum prepares graduates for supervisory and managerial roles across sectors by combining management, human resource management, organizational development and strategic planning. Coursework supports advancement or responsible employment in nonprofit, for‑profit, faith‑based and public organizations.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program page directs applicants to the institution’s financial aid processes such as completing the FAFSA and consulting a Student Financial Services Advisor. Prospective students are advised to submit the FAFSA early, enroll in the minimum units required for loan eligibility, and contact Degree Completion Admissions or Student Financial Services for individualized guidance.