University of Nebraska, Omaha

Programme overview

This undergraduate degree blends broad business education—accounting, finance, marketing, operations—with concentrated study in management and leadership. Students learn how to motivate teams, manage organizational change, make ethical decisions and apply strategic frameworks in real-world situations. The programme is designed to develop both managerial competence and interpersonal leadership skills useful across sectors.

What you'll study

Typical study elements combine business core courses and leadership-focused topics. Expect classes that cover:

• Business fundamentals such as finance, accounting, marketing and operations management.
• Organizational behaviour and leadership exploring motivation, team dynamics, and leadership theory.
• Strategic management and decision-making including planning, competitive analysis, and execution.
• Human resource and talent management covering recruitment, performance management and employment issues.
• Ethics, corporate responsibility and communication to prepare for stakeholder-facing leadership roles.
• Applied projects or capstone that integrate functional knowledge in a practical team-based assignment.

Entry requirements

Admission is through the university's undergraduate application process and typically requires a completed high school diploma or equivalent and meeting general university admission standards. Transfer students normally need transcripts showing college-level coursework. Specific major-entry criteria, prerequisite coursework and any residency requirements are set by the college and should be confirmed with the university.

Career prospects

Graduates move into supervisory and entry- to mid-level management roles across industries: team leader, operations supervisor, human resources coordinator, project manager, or business analyst in private, public and nonprofit organizations. The leadership emphasis supports career progression into functional management and prepares students for further study such as an MBA or specialized master’s degree.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should explore institution-wide scholarships, merit awards, departmental scholarships in the business college, and external funding sources such as employer tuition assistance and leadership-focused grants. Financial aid offices can advise on FAFSA or national equivalents, work-study opportunities, and scholarship application timing; assembling a clear resume of leadership experience and academic achievement strengthens competitive applications.