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Bachelor of Business Administration (General Business) at University of Southern Mississippi

University of Southern Mississippi

United States of America, West Hattiesburg

Duration4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 25,782 / Year

Next IntakeAugust 21, 2026

Business Administration (General Business)

University of Southern Mississippi offers the Bachelor of Business Administration (General Business) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Gulf Park, Hattiesburg, and Online campuses in United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for business administration (general business) and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2026.

About Business Administration (General Business)

Business Administration (General Business)

Earn Your Degree in Business

A degree in Business Administration (General Business) provides you with functional knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, management, and marketing that may be applied in a variety of organizational settings. Please note that General Business majors may not declare a business minor.

Students are encouraged to consider studying abroad! In fact, many business students are awarded study abroad scholarships to assist with the expense of attending study abroad programs. Southern Miss Business faculty lead three programs: British Studies, Asian Studies, and Italian Studies.

The College of Business and Economic Development is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Students earing a Business Administration (general business) degree will develop a flexible program of study in the business disciplines tied to career interests and objectives.

All students will acquire:

Knowledge of current business practices and theory in accounting, finance, management, and marketing
The ability to think critically
Effective communication skill
Competency in current technology
Competency in ethical decision-making

Disciplines

School of Management

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Strong Freshman applicants will present a 2.5 minimum GPA in core academic subjects. It is understood that most foreign education systems do not follow the same core curriculum as taught in U.S. high schools. Therefore, each applicant will be evaluated on criteria particular to the educational system of the country in which they completed their studies. However, it is expected that a college preparatory curriculum include courses in English, Math, Science, and Social Science.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Fee Information

Application Fee 45

How to Apply

USM Application or Common Application
$45 application fee
Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration)

Business Administration (General Business)

University of Southern Mississippi

United States of America, West Hattiesburg