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    Accounting - Associate of Science
    This online program provides students with the background, knowledge, and skills they need to pursue a career in the field of accounting. With an Associate of Science degree in Accounting from South University, you will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of transaction analysis, accounting cycles and systems, internal controls and journals, assets and liabilities, and accounting processes for varying business structures.



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    Business Administration - Bachelor
    The South University's online Bachelor of Business Administration program is designed specifically for working adults who wish to pursue a degree while maintaining a work-life balance. This online program covers the same business strategies as our on-campus programs while giving you the freedom and flexibility to attend classes any time of the day or night. Students will learn how to adapt business strategies to accommodate fluid market conditions, apply effective leadership skills, and assess organizational needs and implement improvements.

    The BBA degree offers 11 specializations:
    • Accounting
    • Construction Management
    • Finance
    • General Business Administration
    • Hospitality Management
    • Human Resources Management
    • Management Information Systems
    • Management and Leadership
    • Marketing
    • Supply Chain and Logistics Management
    • Real Estate


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    Accounting / Business Administration - Bachelor
    The Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting degree program offered by South University provides students with the appropriate background, knowledge and skills needed for entry into the field of accounting and bookkeeping. Topics covered within this area of emphasis include: Federal Taxation; Cost Accounting; Accounting Information Systems; Governmental and Not-for-profit Accounting; Internal Auditing and Assurance; and Business Law for Commercial Transactions.



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    Construction Management / Business Administration - Bachelor
    Designed specifically for working adults, South University's Bachelor of Business Administration - Construction Management program online prepares you to build upon your professional career. Our Business Administration program will develop your management and leadership skills while you maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations. Students will finish the program by working on a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on your area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you've learned in both simulated and real business situations.



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    Finance / Business Administration - Bachelor
    This program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a career in business with an emphasis on Finance. Coursework includes the study of financial operations, services and techniques, financial statement analysis, international finance, enterprise risk management, and investments and portfolio management. As a student in this program you'll discover how to adapt business strategies to accommodate changing marketplace conditions; apply effective leadership skills; gain the ability to assess organizational needs and implement effective improvement scenarios by analyzing case studies and working on hands-on projects; complete a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on your area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you've learned in real and simulated business situations. Upon graduation from this program, you'll be prepared for entry-level business administration positions that focus on finance.



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    General Business Administration / Business Administration - Bachelor
    This program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a career in business through studies in four areas of emphasis: Management and Leadership, Marketing, Finance and General Business Administration. As a student in this program, you'll discover how to adapt business strategies to accommodate changing marketplace conditions; apply effective leadership skills; gain the ability to assess organizational needs and implement effective improvement scenarios by analyzing case studies and working on hands-on projects; complete a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on an area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you've learned in real and simulated business situations. Upon graduation from this program, you'll be prepared for entry-level business administration positions.



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    Hospitality Management / Business Administration - Bachelor
    The Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Hospitality Management is designed to prepare students for first and second tier management employment within the hospitality industry. The focus of the program is to develop a specific understanding of the industry, while developing critical skills and management perspectives key to the hospitality industry. Students completing this program can enter into a wide-ranging career within an industry which is one of the leading industries world-wide in regards to economic growth and employment.

    Upon completion of Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Hospitality Management, each student should be able to: comprehend the relationships between business management, tourism, and hospitality management; develop knowledge of inter-departmental operations within hotels and restaurants and how they operate; understand the basics of business law and legal liability as it applies to the hospitality industry; become familiar with current trends as they relate to the hospitality industry, and more. This degree can help prepare you to be a manager at a large or small hotel, a manager in a large or small restaurant, a manager in an amusement park, a management role in the tourist industry or to manage your own hospitality business (bed and breakfast, restaurant, etc.)



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    Human Resources Management / Business Administration - Bachelor
    Designed specifically for working adults, South University's Bachelor of Business Administration program online prepares you to build upon your professional career. Our Business Administration program will develop your management and leadership skills while you maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations.



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    Management and Leadership / Business Administration - Bachelor
    This program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a career in business with an emphasis on Management and Leadership. Students build the skills and knowledge they'll need to supervise employees, manage organizational costs and oversee organizational development to improve overall business outcomes. As a student in this program, you'll discover how to adapt business strategies to accommodate changing marketplace conditions; apply effective leadership skills; gain the ability to assess organizational needs and implement effective improvement scenarios by analyzing case studies and working on hands-on projects; complete a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on your area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you've learned in real and simulated business situations. Upon graduation from this program, you'll be prepared for entry-level business administration positions that focus on management and leadership.



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    Management Information Systems / Business Administration - Bachelor
    The South University's online Bachelor of Business Administration MIS program prepares students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in areas such as project management, systems analysis, or eCommerce.



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    Marketing / Business Administration - Bachelor
    This program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a career in business with an emphasis on Marketing. Students build the skills and knowledge they'll need to understand consumer behavior and market research to affect strategic marketing decisions. As a student in this program, you'll discover how to adapt business strategies to accommodate changing marketplace conditions; apply effective leadership skills; gain the ability to assess organizational needs and implement effective improvement scenarios by analyzing case studies and working on hands-on projects; complete a capstone project, a two-course sequence that focuses on your area of emphasis and enables you to apply the concepts and skills you've learned in real and simulated business situations. Upon graduation from this program, you'll be prepared for entry-level business administration positions that focus on marketing.



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    Real Estate / Business Administration - Bachelor
    The Bachelor of Business Administration program with a Specialization in Real Estate provides students with the requisite knowledge, terminology, and analytical skills utilized within the commercial investment and corporate real estate industry, such as equity and debt financing, property and land development processes, and appraisal and valuation techniques. Upon completion of Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Real Estate, each student should be able to do a discounted cash flow analysis for commercial investment property; real estate development market and financial feasibility study for a commercial investment property; commercial real estate appraisal incorporating the cost, market, and income approaches to valuation; and a financing submission package to meet the requirements of a commercial real estate lender.



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    Supply Chain and Logistics Management / Business Administration - Bachelor
    Designed specifically for working adults, South University's Bachelor of Business Administration program online prepares you to build upon your professional career. Our Business Administration program will develop your management and leadership skills while you maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations.

    Though further certification or licensure may be required, this degree can help prepare you to be a real estate manager in the public or private sector, a real estate salesperson or broker, a community association manager, a real estate sales office manager or to manage your own portfolio of real estate.



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    Master of Business Administration
    This program is ideal for those individuals who wish to gain an understanding of the best practices for management and decision-making within today's ever-shifting business landscape. You will be taught effective planning, process, and production strategies and have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to work within cross-functional teams. You will also have the opportunity to gain an overall understanding of the legal, economic, ethical, and social dynamics within modern organizations.

    Students of the MBA program can choose from these specializations:
    • Accounting
    • Entrepreneurship and Small Business
    • Finance
    • Healthcare Administration
    • Hospitality Management
    • Human Resources Management
    • International Business


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    Master of Business Administration
    This program is ideal for those individuals who wish to gain an understanding of the best practices for management and decision-making within today's ever-shifting business landscape. You will be taught effective planning, process, and production strategies and have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to work within cross-functional teams. You will also have the opportunity to gain an overall understanding of the legal, economic, ethical, and social dynamics within modern organizations.



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    Accounting - Master of Business Administration
    The Master of Business Administration - Accounting degree program offered by South University prepares students for a leadership role in the Accounting industry. The foundation provides a firm grounding in economics, decision making, behavioral sciences, and strategic environment. Graduates from this program may be eligible to sit for the CPA examination. Topics covered within this specialty include: External Auditing and Assurance; Advanced Financial Accounting; Advanced Financial Reporting; Advanced Taxation; Advanced Accounting Information Systems; Forensic and Fraud Auditing; Corporate Controllership; and Accounting Services Consulting.



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    Entrepreneurship and Small Business - Master of Business Administration
    The Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Entrepreneurship and Small Business is designed to prepare students for the practical application of theories, concepts, and practices needed to start and grow new business ventures. The curriculum will allow students to explore the entrepreneurial mindset and explore best practices from a variety of functional areas to create a comprehensive business plan, navigate the waters of new venture start up, and continue the organization on its growth path. This specialization helps students from a variety of backgrounds and industries gain insights into the fundamental role of small businesses in the U.S. economy. This degree will help prepare you for a job as a small business owner/manager either of an existing enterprise or a new one.



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    Finance - Master of Business Administration
    South University's online MBA program is designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their management and leadership skills while maintaining a balance between academic studies and work and family obligations. You will learn the same business strategies taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime – day or night. At South University, you are in control of your education. Our MBA program offers a unique integrated approach to advanced business studies. Unlike many traditional MBA programs that view organizations as a collection of marketing, operations and finance silos, South University integrates these functional areas in the same holistic approach taken by today's most successful organizations.



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    Healthcare Administration - MBA
    The South University Master of Healthcare Administration online program is designed for those individuals who want to excel at every level of decision-making. This MBA program provides a sound foundation in business analysis and a rigorous specialization in healthcare administration. Thanks to the online format, students can enjoy flexibility as they pursue a degree, with the option to take classes any time of the day or night.

    Students of this program will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the following:

    • The systems and subsystems that comprise the healthcare industry
    • The impact that various dynamics (e.g., regulatory, legal, and political issues) can have on health service organizations
    • The manner in which public, private, and social forces can shape the healthcare system and affect healthcare providers
    • The managerial skills needed to work in teams, build cross-functional teams, and facilitate collaborative decision-making

    Graduates will have the business competencies and leadership skills necessary to pursue a managerial position in a variety of medical and health service locations, including hospitals, practitioners' offices, home health care agencies, and healthcare management companies.



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    Hospitality Management - Master of Business Administration
    The Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Hospitality Management is designed to prepare students for advanced studies and management theories within the hospitality industry. The goal of the program is to allow students to fine tune their decision making and problem solving skills within context of the global hospitality industry. The MBA program with a specialization in Hospitality Management will explore such topics as competing in a global environment, understanding evolving consumer trends, managing hospitality operations under certain regulatory conditions, managing multiple units, and developing policies for future business outcomes. Students enrolling in the program will gain greater insight into industry trends and management practices beyond their current educational and managerial status within the industry.



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    Human Resources Management - Master of Business Administration
    South University's online MBA program is designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their management and leadership skills while maintaining a balance between academic studies and work and family obligations. You will learn the same business strategies taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime – day or night. At South University, you are in control of your education. Our MBA program offers a unique integrated approach to advanced business studies. Unlike many traditional MBA programs that view organizations as a collection of marketing, operations and finance silos, South University integrates these functional areas in the same holistic approach taken by today's most successful organizations.



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    International Business - Master of Business Administration
    South University's online MBA program is designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their management and leadership skills while maintaining a balance between academic studies and work and family obligations. You will learn the same business strategies taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime – day or night. At South University, you are in control of your education. Our MBA program offers a unique integrated approach to advanced business studies. Unlike many traditional MBA programs that view organizations as a collection of marketing, operations and finance silos, South University integrates these functional areas in the same holistic approach taken by today's most successful organizations.

    South University Online

    Designed for adult students, South University’s online programs are built on the same curriculum offered at our on-ground campuses. Students enrolled in one of our online programs receive the same level of instruction, academic support, quality education and degree as students at our on-ground campuses.

    Course Schedules:

    Online, asynchronous - participation-based and facilitator-led.

    8 session starts per year

    Financing Options:

    Merit Scholarships are available to those who qualify. Federal financial aid and student loans are available to those who qualify.

    Earn Credit: As part of our commitment to help shorten the time it takes to complete your degree, South University evaluates CLEP, Dantes, transfer credit, ACE certifications and military experience/training for possible transfer credit.

    Accreditation:

    Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)