Undergraduate Program
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program at International American University Los Angeles (IAULAX) is designed to develop students’ intellectual abilities through an integrated blend of business and general education. This program helps students cultivate the unique leadership qualities essential for success in diverse business functions, organizational units, and enterprises. The coursework provides a solid foundation in business principles, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, decision-making, and Christian ethical behavior. The BBA program offers numerous opportunities for students to explore business administration, achieve their educational goals, and enhance their career prospects.
Primary CIP Code: 52.0201) Business Administration and Management, General
Program Learning Objectives (PLO)
Primary objectives of this program include equipping students with the knowledge and ability to:
- Demonstrate effective writing skills. (ILO1)
- Demonstrate effective oral presentation skills. (ILO2)
- Demonstrate advanced elements of critical thinking to analyze issues, solve problems, and make business decisions. (ILO3)
- Integrate learning in the areas of general education, accounting, economics, management, and technology and apply them to business strategy and policy. (ILO4)
- Evaluate an ethical dilemma and make an appropriate recommendation to address it based on Christian ethics. (ILO4)
Mode of Instruction
Instruction can be completed through classroom-hybrid and/or online instructional methodologies.
Admission Requirements
Education: IAU requires either evidence of an earned high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) test, or the successful completion of 12 semester units earned at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution or foreign equivalent. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
Professional Experience: IAU recommends 1 year of full-time professional experience, in any organization, including, but not limited to, private, public, for-profit, non-profit, start-ups, or established corporate organizations.
Information Technology: IAU requires students to possess computer and internet skills sufficient to effectively participate in IAU’s pedagogical model and conduct research at the undergraduate level.
Maximum Total Credit Awarded is 90 units:
- Transfer Credit (TRC): 90 units
- Standardized Exam Credit (SEC): 90 units
- Prior Experiential Learning Credit (PEL): Of the first 60 semester credits awarded a student in an undergraduate program, no more than 15 semester credits. Of the second 60 semester credits (i.e., credits 61–120) awarded a student in an undergraduate program, no more than 15 semester credits.
Completion Time
| Program | Full Time Standard (Yrs) | Part Time Standard (Yrs) | Full Time 150% (Yrs) | Part time 150% (Yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree | 5 | 10 | 7.5 | 15 |
Curriculum
| BBA Program Requirements | Semester Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Component 12 courses 36 Semester Hours | Communication & English | 4 Required Courses 12 Semester Hours | 12 |
| COM 100 Intro to Mass Communication | ||
| COM 200 Public Speaking | ||
| ENG 100 English Composition | ||
| ENG 300 Critical Thinking | ||
| Social Sciences | 2 Required Courses 6 Semester Hours (Choose 2) | 6 | |
| POL 100 Introduction to Political Science | ||
| PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology | ||
| SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Math & Sciences | 4 Required Courses 12 Semester Hours | 12 | |
| BUS 150 Business Math | ||
| ENV 100 Introduction to Environmental Science | ||
| INT 100 Introduction to Information Technology | ||
| INT 150 Computer Applications | ||
| Religious Studies | 2 Required Courses 6 Semester Hours (Choose 2) | 6 | |
| REL 100 Introduction to Religion | ||
| REL 110 Introduction to the Bible | ||
| REL 200 Religions of the World | ||
| Common Professional Component 17 Required Courses 51 Semester Hours | ACC 100 Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 200 Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 | |
| BUS 100 Global Dimensions of Business | 3 | |
| BUS 110 Business Communications | 3 | |
| BUS 200 Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 3 | |
| BUS 300 Business Ethics | 3 | |
| BUS 310 Business Law | 3 | |
| BUS 400 Business Strategy and Policy | 3 | |
| ECN 200 Introduction to Microeconomics | 3 | |
| ECN 210 Introduction to Macroeconomics | 3 | |
| ECN 300 Money and Banking | 3 | |
| FIN 300 Fundamentals of Finance | 3 | |
| MGT 300 Principles of Management | 3 | |
| MGT 320 Organizational Theory and Behavior | 3 | |
| MGT 400 Operations Management | 3 | |
| MKT 300 Marketing | 3 | |
| BUS 105 Statistics | 3 | |
| Internship Component 2 Semester Hours | The Internship Component requirement can be fulfilled by completing an internship, internship reflection course, or by seeking a waiver. | 2 |
| Elective Component 31 Semester Hours | The Electives Component requirement can be fulfilled by receiving credit for any undergraduate courses (100-499) that are not a requirement. | 31 |
| TOTAL BBA | 120 | |
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Graduation Requirement
- Complete 120 semester units of prescribed curriculum.
- Complete a minimum of TWO internships.
- Complete all required coursework with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.
- F-1 students must maintain lawful status.
| SOC | Occupation |
|---|---|
| 11-1011.00 | Chief Executives |
| 11-1011.03 | Chief Sustainability Officers |
| 11-1021.00 | General and Operations Managers |
| 11-2022.00 | Sales Managers |
| 11-3012.00 | Administrative Services Managers |
| 11-3013.00 | Facilities Managers |
| 11-3013.01 | Security Managers |
| 11-3051.00 | Industrial Production Managers |
| 11-3051.01 | Quality Control Systems Managers |
| 11-3051.02 | Geothermal Production Managers |
| 11-3051.03 | Biofuels Production Managers |
| 11-3051.04 | Biomass Power Plant Managers |
| 11-3051.06 | Hydroelectric Production Managers |
| 11-3071.00 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers |
| 11-3071.04 | Supply Chain Managers |
| 11-3111.00 | Compensation and Benefits Managers |
| 11-3121.00 | Human Resources Managers |
| 11-3131.00 | Training and Development Managers |
| 11-9021.00 | Construction Managers |
| 11-9072.00 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling |
| 11-9151.00 | Social and Community Service Managers |
| 11-9179.00 | Personal Service Managers, All Other |
| 11-9179.01 | Fitness and Wellness Coordinators |
| 11-9179.02 | Spa Managers |
| 11-9199.00 | Managers, All Other |
| 11-9199.01 | Regulatory Affairs Managers |
| 11-9199.02 | Compliance Managers |
| 11-9199.08 | Loss Prevention Managers |
| 11-9199.09 | Wind Energy Operations Managers |
| 11-9199.10 | Wind Energy Development Managers |
| 11-9199.11 | Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers |
| 13-1051.00 | Cost Estimators |
| 13-1071.00 | Human Resources Specialists |
| 13-1081.00 | Logisticians |
| 13-1081.01 | Logistics Engineers |
| 13-1081.02 | Logistics Analysts |
| 13-1082.00 | Project Management Specialists |
| 13-1111.00 | Management Analysts |
| 13-1141.00 | Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists |
| 13-1199.00 | Business Operations Specialists, All Other |
| 13-1199.04 | Business Continuity Planners |
| 13-1199.05 | Sustainability Specialists |
| 13-1199.06 | Online Merchants |
| 13-1199.07 | Security Management Specialists |
| 25-1011.00 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary |
Concentrations
FINANCE
CIP Code 52.0801
Courses Required (9 units)
- FIN 300 Fundamentals of Finance (3 units)
- FIN 400 Intermediate Financial Management 1 (3 units)
- FIN 410 Intermediate Financial Management 2 (3 units)
- FIN 420 Financial Markets And Institutions (3 units)
- FIN 430 Intro To Investments (3 units)
- FIN 440 Financial Statement Analysis (3 units)
MARKETING
CIP Code 52.1401
Courses Required (9 units)
- MKT 300 Marketing (3 units)
- MKT 310 Pricing Strategies (3 units)
- MKT 320 Small Business Marketing and Strategy (3 units)
- MKT 400 Public Relations (3 units)
- MKT 410 Advertising (3 units)
- MKT 420 Consumer Behavior (3 units)
HOSPITALITY, TRAVEL & TOURISM
Quality and Cost Effective
Instruction Methods
Hybrid/Online
Level
Undergraduate
Program Time
5 Years
Campus
San Diego
I believe my studies at IAU gave me additional tools to be more confident and successful in my business career, whether it would be working for an existing company or creating my own. Their internship program also gives us an opportunity to improve our skills and apply the theory we learn in class to concrete business life. Additionally, while studying at IAU you will get the opportunity to meet other students from all over the world, learn about different cultures and make connections that could last a lifetime. Read More
Regueiro Stephanie
BBA 2021 Student