Bachelor of Business Administration | General Studies | BABA at University of Florida

University of Florida

United States of America, Gainesville

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The Business Administration | General Studies | BABA at University of Florida is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Gainesville , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on January 9, 2027.

About Bachelor of Business Administration | General Studies | BABA

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration-General Studies (BABA-GBA) degree program allows students to couple a business major with an outside interest. BABA-GBA students can choose from more than 70 areas of specialization that are comprised of courses taught by other UF colleges and departments. The BABA-GBA degree prepares students for a wide variety of business-related careers, for graduate studies in business and for graduate programs related to the area of specialization.

BABA-GBA majors are encouraged to gain practical work experience through internships, student organizations and community service. In addition, the Heavener School of Business offers students a wide variety of academic and career and leadership programs, including study abroad, the Florida Leadership Academy, involvement in student organizations and research activities. Students should consult an academic advisor/career coach for specific information.

Requirements for the Major

Students who are pursuing the BA – International Studies area of specialization must work with a study abroad advisor in the Heavener School of Business to strategically plan business electives from an approved list.
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Core Courses

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
BUL 4310	The Legal Environment of Business	4
FIN 3403	Business Finance	4
GEB 3373	International Business	4
MAN 3025	Principles of Management	4
MAN 4504	Operations and Supply Chain Management	4
MAR 3023	Principles of Marketing	4
QMB 3250	Statistics for Business Decisions	4
QMB 3302	Foundations of Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (AI)	4

Area of Specialization Courses

Complete 12 credits at the 3000/4000 level in a chosen discipline outside the Heavener School of Business

Business Electives

Complete 11-12 credits from a list of approved business electives. Internship, independent study or assistantship credit will not count toward this requirement. Students who are pursuing the BA | International Studies area of specialization must work with a study abroad advisor in the Heavener School of Business to strategically plan business electives from an approved list.
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Professional Communication Course

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
Select one:
GEB 3213	Professional Writing in Business	3
GEB 3218	Professional Speaking in Business	3
SPC 2608	Introduction to Public Speaking	3
ENC 3312	Advanced Argumentative Writing	3
or a similar course with prior approval (requires a minimum grade of C)

Internship Course

GEB 4941 in conjunction with an internship of at least 150 credits before the start of the senior year. The internship requirement can be waived for students who participate in a study abroad experience of at least six weeks. Students who waive the requirement via study abroad are strongly encouraged to complete at least one internship to improve their chances of obtaining full-time employment and/or admission to graduate programs or law school. Students should consult an academic advisor/career coach for more information.

A bachelor’s degree in business administration enables students to achieve foundation knowledge in economics, accounting, finance, management, marketing, business law, statistics, operations management, human resource management, information technology and entrepreneurship. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the links between various business disciplines and the development of sound business plans. Students will be able to effectively analyze a business entity's strengths and weaknesses as well as investigate the opportunities and threats present in the business environment.

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration combines core business courses with area of specialization courses offered by departments outside the college of business.

Before Graduating Students Must

Take the ETS Major Field Test in Business as part of MAN 4504. The ETS exam covers nine content areas in business. The score describes your performance relative to other seniors in business and accounting at 600+ colleges and universities (e.g., top 15% in the nation compared to your peers).
Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by the faculty.

Students in the Major Will Learn to

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Content

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of elements of economics, financial accounting, marketing, operations management, organizational behavior, business law, information technology, business statistics and social responsibility.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of business-related software applications.
Define the ethical responsibilities of business organizations and identify relevant ethical issues.
Understand how the business environment, including culture, differs across countries.
Possess awareness of cultural differences and how these differences affect business decisions.
Identify characteristics and roles of groups and teams.
Identify characteristics and roles of managers and leaders.
Possess knowledge in an area of specialization outside the disciplines of business and accounting.

Critical Thinking

Specify and implement a framework for identifying a business problem and develop alternative solutions and a set of evaluation criteria.
Assess the outcomes of a course of action and make appropriate adjustments.

Communication

Write business documents clearly, concisely and analytically.
Speak in groups and in public clearly, concisely and analytically, with appropriate use of visual aids.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Academic Learning Compact 12
Courses	SLO 1	SLO 2	SLO 3	SLO 4	SLO 5	SLO 6	SLO 7	SLO 8	SLO 9	SLO 10	SLO 11	SLO 12
ACG 2021	I	R							R	R
ACG 2071	I	R							R	R
BUL 4310	I		R, A
CGS 2531	I	I
ECO 2013	I			I					I	I
ECO 2023	I			I					I	I
FIN 3403	I		R								R, A
GEB 3213											R, A
GEB 3218												I, A
GEB 3373	R			R, A	R, A				R	R
MAN 3025	I		R	I	I	I, A	I, A		R	R
MAN 4504	I								R, A	R, A	R	R
MAR 3023	I		R, A	R, A	I		I
QMB 3250	I	R, A							R, A	R, A
Specialization Area								I, R, A	R	R	R	R
Senior Exam	A			A

Assessment Types

Exams, papers and presentations in the following and major-specific courses:

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
BUL 4310	The Legal Environment of Business	4
FIN 3403	Business Finance	4
GEB 3373	International Business	4
MAN 3025	Principles of Management	4
MAN 4504	Operations and Supply Chain Management	4
MAR 3023	Principles of Marketing	4
QMB 3250	Statistics for Business Decisions	4

Writing and public speaking assignments in the following:
Course List
Code Title Credits
FIN 3403 Business Finance 4
GEB 3213 Professional Writing in Business 3
GEB 3218 Professional Speaking in Business 3

Disciplines

Heavener School of Business

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Business Administration | General Studies | BABA at University of Florida

Entry Requirements

Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 80

English Program Requirements

All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

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How to Apply for Bachelor of Business Administration | General Studies | BABA at University of Florida

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Bachelor of Business Administration | General Studies | BABA at University of Florida

University of Florida

United States of America, Gainesville