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Business & Management Focused Elective Area
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Get an introduction to business and management and take courses in accounting principles, information systems, statistics, economics, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to apply credits to a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
Within the overall outcomes of the AA degree in General Studies, the focused elective area in business and management will help students utilize core business concepts and principles to pursue related professional goals.
Total Credits Required: 60
- Required Core Courses; 4 Credits
- Focused Elective Area Courses: 21 Credits
- General Education Courses: 35 Credits
Required Core Courses (4 Credits)
- One 3-credit course in communication, writing, or speech, chosen from the following:
- (3 Credits, SPCH 125)
- (3 Credits, ENGL 102)
- (3 Credits, ENGL 281)
- (3 Credits, JOUR 201)
- Any 3-credit COMM or SPCH courses
- Any 3-credit WRTG courses (except 486A and 486B)
- One 1-credit course, chosen from the following:
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198A)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198B)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198C)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121A)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121B)
- Any 1-credit course
Suggested Courses for the Focused Elective Area (21 Credits)
- Focused Elective Area for business and management:
- Chosen from any ACCT, BMGT, ECON, FINC, HMGT, HRMN, IFSM, or MRKT courses for which you have met prerequisites
- Please note: If you select to follow the suggested focused elective area, any transfer credit you have earned that does not transfer as a general education requirement will be used in the focused elective area thus possibly reducing the number of specific focused courses that will be available for your degree plan. Please contact your academic advisor for additional information.
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
60
Transfer Credits
Up to 45
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Business Administration & Management
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Gain a well-rounded education that provides foundational, workplace-relevant management and leadership skills, organizational theory, and operational knowledge with an online bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from University of Maryland Global Campus. Boost your marketability by building key business knowledge in finance, marketing, operations, human resources, strategic management, and more. Learn under the tutelage of experienced faculty members who bring their practical expertise to the classroom. Save time and money with our convenient online courses and generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Evaluate data: Evaluate qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate a shared vision across all levels of an organization that will drive strategy.
- Practice management: Apply functions of management comprising planning, organizing, and controlling job performance with employees.
- Demonstrate leadership: Demonstrate emotional intelligence and ethical decision making.
- Apply strategies: Apply global business strategies, integrating corporate responsibility and sustainable practices for positive social impact.
- Champion innovation: Utilize innovative technologies to meet organizational goals.
Required Courses
Core Courses (Major)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 110)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 317)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 330)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 364)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 365)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 392)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 411)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 484)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 382)
- (3 Credits, OPMG 300)
Capstone Course (Major)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful careers in business and management. Graduates may pursue career paths in various business sectors including finance, marketing, human resources and operations. Potential job titles in this industry include business analyst, management analyst, marketing manager, human resources manager, operations manager, management consultant, general manager, product manager, and more.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Human Resource Management
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Build your leadership skills and help improve your company’s culture and bottom line with an online bachelor’s degree in human resource management from University of Maryland Global Campus. Connect with a diverse network of peers and learn from esteemed faculty members as you equip yourself to advance in nearly any industry or workplace. With convenient online courses, multiple start dates, and access to lifetime career services, UMGC provides the flexibility and support you need. Save time and money with a variety of scholarship opportunities (if you qualify) and our generous transfer credit policy. Get started today!
Program Highlights
- Improve decision-making: Apply business knowledge, best practices, and ethical leadership skills to make effective decisions.
- Evaluate processes and culture: Use knowledge of human behavior, labor relations, and current laws to evaluate safety and compliance.
- Design employee programs: Create and implement training, development, and rewards programs that align employee and organizational goals.
- Understand employees: Recognize and respond constructively to the variety of cultures and worldviews that inform human behavior.
- Use the latest technology: Research, collect, analyze, and communicate data in a professional way using cutting-edge technological tools.
- Stay in-the-know: Evaluate current issues in talent acquisition, selection, strategic planning, and performance appraisal systems.
- Create training programs: Create, implement, and assess training, development, and rewards programs that foster employee and organizational learning and development.
Required Courses
Core Courses (Major)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 300)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 202)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 362)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 367)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 395)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 400)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 406) or (3 Credits, HRMN 410)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 408)
- (3 Credits, HRMN 467)
Capstone Course (Major)
(3 Credits, HRMN 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help equip you to succeed in a range of professional settings, including corporate HR departments, talent acquisition agencies, employment services, and consulting firms. For example, graduates might assume roles as entry-level human resources managers, talent acquisition specialists, compensation or benefits analysts, training coordinators, consultants, or other HR professionals.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.