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Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business

Bachelor of Arts in Management

The Management degree at DeSales University gives you a solid foundation in business with a special focus on leadership and ethics. You will be prepared to lead confidently and make a positive impact in any industry.

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Program Details

Official Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Format
In Class-Day
In Class-Day
Credit Hours
120
Program Start
Fall Semester
Application Deadline
Apply Anytime
Average Time to Degree
4 Years

Why Get Your Management Degree at DeSales University?

Earn your Management degree at DeSales University. Here, you can customize your education, gain real-world experience through internships, and study in state-of-the-art facilities! Specialize your degree with a data analytics track, or get a jump start on your MBA through our BA to MBA program. Our program includes a capstone project that builds your leadership and research skills while giving back to the community.

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Program Highlights

Multiple Pathways to Success

  • Students can choose from the BA in Management, our in-demand Data Analytics track, or the accelerated BA to MBA option. Each pathway at DeSales is designed to fast-track your success in today’s competitive business landscape.

Professional Development Opportunities

  • Step beyond the classroom and into the real world with management internships. DeSales’ Management program connects students to internships that help sharpen their skills and build a robust professional network. Prepare for your future management careers and get a competitive edge in the job market.

Leadership and Character Development

  • Management majors in their senior year undertake a capstone course. This course challenges students to lead and collaborate on a team service project. You’ll enhance your research and presentation skills and make a meaningful impact in the community. Plus, you’ll develop professional connections and experience personal growth.

What Will You Study?

The Management program offers a dynamic curriculum that builds a solid foundation in business, management and leadership. Students will dive into diverse courses, covering everything from economics and finance to operations and international business. Beyond the core courses, students have the flexibility to tailor their degree to match their unique career aspirations.

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Macroeconomics and Microeconomics
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Business Communication Skills

Program Tracks & Pathways

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Data Analytics Track

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Track

Data Analytics

The Data Analytics track equips you with cutting-edge skills in AI, data analytics, and in-demand platforms like Tableau and AWS. You’ll tackle real-world projects while mastering ethical data governance, centered in DeSales University’s mission of Christian humanism.

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Required Courses

  • Data Analytics and AI
  • Databases & Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis and Predictive Modelling
  • Applied AI Platforms & Projects
  • Corporate Financial Analytics
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BA to MBA

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Master's in 5 Years

Master of Business Administration

The BA to MBA program at DeSales University lets you fast-track your management career by earning both degrees in just five years. With a combination of MBA courses and hands-on internship experiences, you’ll be fully equipped to lead in today’s dynamic business world.

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Courses You May Take Include:

  • Managerial Statistics
  • Marketing Management
  • Organization Management
  • Financial Management
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Outcomes & Careers

DeSales Management graduates have found employment as account executives, employment counselors, loan officers, entrepreneurs, and administrators. You can pursue management careers within the banking, healthcare, hospitality, government, manufacturing, and higher education industries.

Past internships opportunities and recent job placements for our Management majors have included:

  • Lutron Electronics
  • Disney
  • Dun & Bradstreet
  • Pennsylvania Power & Light
  • Fed-Ex
  • ADP
  • Sony Music
  • Mack Trucks
  • The Vatican
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Application Checklist

  • Application Fee: None
  • Transcripts: Official High School Transcript
  • Standardized Tests: Test-optional, however, an Admissions Interview may be requested
  • Recommendations: Completed Guidance Counselor Form and Teacher Recommendation Form
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ACBSP Global Business Accreditation

Business programs at DeSales University are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Financial Aid & Scholarships

Thanks to the generosity of DeSales donors, we are able to offer our students several scholarship opportunities to help offset the cost of attendance. We can also advise you on federal and state aid packages, as well as private grants and non-DeSales scholarships.

Cost, Aid, & Scholarships
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Study Abroad

DeSales has an international experience for every student, every major, every student athlete. We have many international agreements that allow you to study abroad for a semester at the same cost as your DeSales tuition, and you can use your financial aid!

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