College of St. Scholastica

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Management prepares students to lead and solve real-world business problems. The program is offered on the Duluth main campus or as a 100% online degree that can be completed in as little as two years (typical completion range stated as 2–3 years). Students work with an advisor to create a course plan and may pursue applied learning experiences through internships and campus business activities.

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on leadership and management fundamentals plus specialized business functions. The curriculum emphasizes strategic thinking, strong communication, and data-informed decision making. Concentration options let students focus study on a functional area:

• Healthcare Administration: core healthcare operations skills including finance, communication, and technology-driven risk management.
• Human Resources: staffing, training, employment law and ethics.
• Marketing: consumer behavior, market trends and data-driven decision making.
• Organizational Leadership: team leadership, motivation and workplace culture.

Students also have access to the College catalog for full program, course and learning outcome listings and may pair the major with language study (American Sign Language, German, Ojibwe, Spanish).

Entry requirements

On-campus applicants for first-time study need a high school diploma or GED and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5; transfer applicants need a high school diploma or GED and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. For the on-campus program, applications are accepted for the fall semester through the end of August; deposits are fully refundable until May 1. The online bachelor’s degree accepts applications on a rolling basis. Returning students who have been absent for three continuous semesters must apply for readmission and be in good academic standing. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Career prospects

Graduates are positioned for management and supervisory roles across sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, government and entrepreneurship. The program emphasizes ethical application of management theory to practical problems. Internships and recent placement examples include Upper Lakes Foods Inc., Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Townsquare Media Group, Target, Best Buy, 3M and Amsoil Corp., and students can gain experience through campus centers and student-run business organizations.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

St. Scholastica states a commitment to making education affordable and directs prospective students to view tuition and student aid pages for both on-campus and online programs. Scholarships are available specifically for this program; applicants should contact admissions to request scholarship information and to learn about financial aid options.