Accelerated Business Administration Degree Overview
When creating the accelerated Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration degree program, Warner Pacific University considered the needs of today’s organizations. Companies expect workers to understand how all departments work together and how the latest technologies impact results. As such, coursework in this accelerated business administration degree program takes a holistic approach, covering functional areas like accounting, marketing, and finance with forward-looking leadership and management principles blended in.
Geared specifically toward working adults who have completed some college-level coursework, this accelerated bachelor’s degree in business administration program combines theoretical instruction with practical, real-world examples. Students can apply these concepts directly to their existing careers and bring their own professional insights into the classroom.
With the choice of an online or hybrid format and the option to choose an emphasis in health care administration or human resource management, you can develop a specialized skill set to support your career goals in business. A minor in business administration is available, and WPU also offers an in-person Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program.
What Skills Will You Learn in the BA in Business Administration Program?
The accelerated business administration degree program at WPU provides students with the professional skill set needed to take the lead in their area of business. The program can help you build your skill set incrementally, with just one accelerated course every five weeks. All instructors are professionals in the field, ensuring courses teach up-to-date best practices and methodologies.
Upon successful completion of the accelerated BA in Business Administration program, WPU graduates demonstrate:
- Critical thinking skills and initiative
- Effective leadership and team-oriented capabilities
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Awareness of ethical issues related to organizations’ social responsibilities
- The ability to apply information and technology tools to solve business problems
- The ability to analyze and interpret basic quantitative information
- Real-world knowledge gained through practica, internships, and experiential learning
What Can You Do With a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration?
Earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration prepares you for career success in any of a number of in-demand business roles. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), overall employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. The median annual wage for this occupation group was $80,920 in May 2024.
Discover the median annual salaries for roles related to business administration, according to the BLS:
| Marketing Manager
$161,030 |
Financial Analyst
$101,910 |
| Management Analyst
$101,190 |
Human Resources Specialist
$72,910 |
Bachelor’s in Business Administration Careers
You can pursue any of a wide range of career paths with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, such as project manager, business intelligence analyst, marketing specialist, and financial manager. Some employers may require industry experience as well as a graduate degree. Take a look at some other common job roles and responsibilities:
Marketing Manager
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Financial Analyst
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Management Analyst
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Human Resources Specialist
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Accelerated Online Business Administration Degree Curriculum
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration degree program is designed to equip you with a comprehensive foundation in business principles, leadership, and strategic thinking.
Our curriculum focuses on helping you develop essential skills in critical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving, all while teaching practical knowledge in key business areas such as management, business law, marketing, corporate finance, and operations.
The curriculum includes 36 required major course semester credits, 30 of which must be completed at WPU, and nine required WPU core course credits (45 total credits). Including all major course credits, core course credits, elective course credits, and transferred college-level credits, all students must earn a minimum of 120 semester credits to graduate. Courses are each three credits and five weeks in length.
Insight From a WPU Graduate |
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| “WPU has given my education and career a purpose in which it’s not about making a living, but about building for others.”
—Ivan Gonzalez Cisneros, 2025 WPU graduate |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Discover Your Purpose With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
United under the university’s Christ-centered mission, WPU’s business programs create space for students of all cultural and professional backgrounds to take a purpose-driven approach to their career advancement.
The accelerated business administration degree program from WPU Online prepares students with well-rounded skills and knowledge in accounting, marketing, and finance, as well as in organizational, leadership, and management principles relevant to the top needs in the field.
For questions about this program or its format options, contact PGS Admissions at 800-804-1510, or fill out the form below.
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