bachelor of science: Business Management

The Bachelor of Science in Business Management is a 120-hour degree that prepares men and women for managing business. This universal degree not only introduces basic biblical understanding but emphasizes business concepts through active communication, practical accounting, diverse management, and unique strategy.

Class Type

Seated, Traditional 15-week Semesters

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

August 11th, 2025

Accreditation

Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE

Credit Hours

Months (avg)

Career Outlooks

Career Opportunities for Bachelor of Science in Business Management Graduates:

  • Social entrepreneurship
  • Global business trends
  • Financial management
  • Marketing strategies
  • Non-profit work
  • Organization leadership
  • Ethical business practices
  • Creative problem solving/decision making skills
Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Business Management, students will be able to:

1. Analyze global or domestic business principles in keeping with professional biblical standards. (ILO 1)

2. Apply information technology to support business processes and make sound, ethical financial decisions. (ILO 1)

3. Create a global business plan that applies professional and biblical principles. (ILO 3)

4. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental business principles that align with Scripture. (ILO 2)

Program Mission

The mission of the Business Department is to prepare the student to be a Christian leader, putting into practice sound, ethical business practices in local churches, mission organizations, ministries, non-profit organizations, tent-making missionary enterprises or in secular business.

Why Choose Mission U?

At Mission University, we have been training effective Christian leaders since 1950. Mission U alumni are impacting the world all over the globe, and we strive for excellence in all that we do. Here are some of the benefits of pursuing your degree with us:

  • Mission University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and nationally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). You can rest assured that you’re earning your degree from an institution that has met rigorous accreditation standards and will be well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
  • Our faculty have years of practical, real-life experience in ministry pastoring churches, running ministries, doing intercultural work abroad, and more. They are excited to share what they’ve learned with you.
  • Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.

Degree Plan

General Education (60 hours)
Biblical Studies (Christian Philosophy) (30 hours)

  • (3)BSEB 103 Old Testament Survey 1
  • (3)BSEB 104 Old Testament Survey 2
  • (3)BSEB 111 Life of Christ
  • (3)BSEB 112 Life of Paul
  • (3)BSEB 212 Gospel of John
  • (3)BSEB 213 New Testament Survey                           
  • (3)BSEB 224 Hermeneutics                                            
  • (3)BSEB 341 Romans
  • (3)BSPT 200 Personal Evangelism and Discipleship                         
  • (3)BSST 200 Introduction to Theology

English (Communication) (9 hours)

  • (3)GSCE 141 English Grammar and Composition
  • (3)GSCE 142 English Composition and Research
  • (3)GSCS 200 Public Speaking

Mathematics/Science (Natural Science) (6 hours)

  • (3)GSNM ___ Math Elective or Science Elective  
  • (3)GSNM ___ Math Elective or Science Electiv

History/Literature/Graphics (Humanities) (9 hours)

  • (3)GS__ ___ General Studies Elective
  • (3)GS__ ___ General Studies Elective
  • (3)GS__ ___ General Studies Elective

Social Sciences (6 hours)

  • (3)GSBP 212 General Psychology                                  
  • (3)GSSH 133 Christian Worldview in Contemporary Culture

Professional Education (60 hours)

Students must complete the following requirements in Business Management. Introduction to Business and Accounting 1 must be passed with at least a “C”.

    • (3)PSBU 136 Personal Finance                                           
    • (3)PSBU 151 Introduction to Business                                
    • (3)PSBU 201 Business Communications                            
    • (3)PSBU 242 Spreadsheet Management                            
    • (3)PSBU 271 Accounting 1                                                  
    • (3)PSBU 272 Accounting 2                                                  
    • (3)PSBU 302 Human Resource Management ***                    
    • (3)PSBU 321 Microeconomics                                            
    • (3)PSBU 322 Macroeconomics                                           
    • (3)PSBU 351 Financial Management **                                 
    • (3)PSBU 352 Principles of Marketing ***                                 
    • (3)PSBU 362 Principles of Management ***                            
    • (3)PSBU 396 Internship                                                       
    • (3)PSBU 396 Internship                                                       
    • (3)PSBU 432 Business Strategy **                                          
    • (3)PSBU 433 International Business ***                                   
    • (3)PSBU 434 Non Profit Management **                            
    • (3)PSBU 435 Social Entrepreneurship **                                      
    • (3)PSBU 461 Database Management                                 
    • (3)PSBU 471 Business Law and Ethics ** OR
    • (3)PSBU 473 Organizational Leadership ***

    Total (120 hours)

    Comments:

    • Faculty advisors work with students to create a degree plan that enables them to complete the program in two or three years.
    • Courses with a double asterisk (**) are offered in odd years only.
    • Courses with a triple asterisk (***) are offered in even years only.

    Department Head

    Julie Beck

    Julie Beck

    Department Head

     

    "I was blessed to have two Christian parents, Hilly and Nadine Beck, who directed my life towards serving God. My parents sent me to a Christian school, so I developed a passion for service at a young age.

    I attended Mission University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree and earned a Master of Education degree at Drury University. My education prepared me to accomplish my goal of service to God through a teaching ministry. I have been a professor at Mission University for over 30 years.

    I wanted to live consistent with the Biblical principle, “to whom much is given, much is required.” Luke 12:48. I also wanted to reflect the virtuous woman in Proverbs 31 who worked with her hands, bought a vineyard, made clothing, and took care of the needs of her family. She was not idle, but rather invested her talents to serve.

    My professional interests and skills include technology, finance, banking, and business, which I continue to develop and use while serving as the Chair of Professional Studies, and as Department Chair to the Business Department at Mission University. Other professional responsibilities include Chair of the Curriculum Committee, member of the Budget Committee, and member of the Institutional Effectiveness Committee.

    The best part of my job is helping students! The Business graduates are/have been employed in many fields such as, banking, finance, accounting, insurance and church work. The successful service of my students is very rewarding and motivates me to continue improving the effectiveness of the Business Department at Mission U!

    Student Spotlight

    McKenzie Harkrider (Class of 2020)

    McKenzie Harkrider (Class of 2020)

    "A degree in Business Management is helping me move forward in my job; gaining new responsibilities and opportunities. I love that the professional studies degrees at Mission U come with a degree in Bible as well. While a Business Management degree will help with my job, a Bible degree will help me with work, ministry, and life in general. I transferred in to Mission U after attending 3 other colleges pursuing the same degree. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do as far as a career, so Business Management was a good overall degree. I’m so glad that Mission U offered Business Management because I have loved my experience here more than any other school I attended."

    Evan Berry

    Evan Berry

    “A business degree at Mission U is different. It provides the same education you would get at a public university and it gives a Biblical foundation. I chose to study business because God can use a business degree for most anything. I was just faithful in deciding to come to the school.”

    Admission Requirements

    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Completed Mission University application
    • Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
    • Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
    • Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
    • Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.