School of Business and Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in 
General Business (Online)

Degree Type
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Study Options
  • Online
  • Hybrid

Some people let their circumstances define them. With an online Bachelor’s Degree in General Business from Monroe’s School of Business and Accounting, you can define your circumstances. 

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in General Business offers a diverse, interdisciplinary curriculum that you can customize to help you achieve your specific career goals. You’ll get a strong education in fundamental business principles that will serve you anywhere you go. At the same time, you’ll be able to prepare yourself for a path that best suits your interests and ambitions. 

Monroe’s commitment to excellence has earned the General Business program full accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). And our commitment to accessibility allows you to earn your degree online — on a schedule that world around your responsibilities. 

You don’t have to be on campus to get a great education; your present circumstances don’t have to define your future. You can start taking control of your future by earning an online degree in General Business. 

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Why a Major in General Business?

Earning your bachelor’s degree after high school can increase your employability by 43%. Even better, some of the jobs you can get with a General Business degree are growing faster than the average.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, financial analyst roles could increase by 9% over the next few years. Jobs for marketing managers could grow by up to 10%. Those positions alone are set to expand nearly twice as fast as the average rate for all occupations in the U.S.

With a degree in General Business, you’ll be ready to ride the wave of all that growth — and start building a career you can be proud of. 

Online Curriculum

Whether your goal is to work in finance, hospitality, health services, or something else entirely,  there are core business skills that apply to every industry. No matter what their interests, every General Business student at the School of Business and Accounting builds a solid foundation in: 

  • Economics
  • Business ethics
  • Principles of management
  • Marketing foundations

We also know that no two students are exactly alike: there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to a business education. That’s why our online General Business program allows you to design your own curriculum: one that matches your career aspirations. In addition to your required business courses, you can choose electives within a specialization of your choice, including:

  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Health Services
  • Hospitality Management
  • Information Technology
  • Management
  • Marketing

Add to that a selection of general education courses in math, psychology, and oral and written communication, and you’ll graduate with a well-rounded skill set that will prepare you for whatever comes your way. 


How Long Does It Take to Get an Online General Business Degree?

We designed the online BBA in General Business as an eight (8)-semester program. Full-time students can finish their degree in less than three (3) years. 


General Business Degree Requirements:

120 total credits

  • 54 credits of major-related courses
  • 66 credits of general education and related courses 

The School of Business and Accounting also offers both on-campus and hybrid programs for students looking for in-person instruction. 

Learn more about Monroe’s BBA General Business program. 

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Featured Course

Professional Communication

Your coworkers may share your goals, but you may not always agree on how to achieve them. In a professional setting, it’s important to know how to communicate clearly and courteously, respecting others’ ideas while advocating for your own. This course centers around argumentation and debate in a business environment: students will explore the fundamentals of intercultural communication, conflict management, and small group dynamics.

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Admission Requirements

Applicants to the online General Business program must submit: 

  • Either a high school graduation credential or high school equivalency diploma, or a recognized college associate degree or higher as listed in the transfer admissions policy.
  • A completed application for admission, as well as a personal statement or essay.

Applicants may also participate in an optional pre-admission interview.

Learn more about how to apply to Monroe University.

Tuition and Financial Aid

How Much Does an Online Bachelor’s Degree in General Business Cost? 

We’re proud that U.S. News and World Report ranks Monroe one of its Best Value Schools among Regional Universities North. We’re proud to have been on that list for years. It’s the result of a lot of hard work: since the beginning, it’s been our mission to make quality education affordable.

Aside from our competitive tuition and fees and manageable payment plans; we offer comprehensive financial aid services from the moment you apply. Every Monroe student works with a dedicated counselor to secure all the grants, scholarships, and loans for which they qualify. 

We also work with over 400 organizations in our Corporate Partnership program. Students who are employed by our partners can apply for a Corporate Partnership Grant that can cover up to 20% of tuition costs.

Learn more about financial aid opportunities.

Your Future General Business Degree

As you build a curriculum that’s tailored for your specific goals, you’ll start to see those goals in greater detail. You’ll get a better sense of where your career path lies — not someone else’s. Here are just a few jobs you can get with a General Business degree:

  • Marketing Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Financial analyst
  • Office Administrator
  • Market Research Associate
  • Banker

With a General Business degree, you’ll have the skills — and the confidence — to take charge of your career. 

Professional Opportunities

The School of Business and Accounting maintains relationships with dozens of organizations in the New York City metro area, one of the world’s great business capitals. Even though your studies may be online, you can still build real-world experience through an optional internship in your chosen specialization. In the past, General Business students have taken internships at:

Students can also start building their professional network with some of Monroe’s many clubs and organizations: 

Discover What You Can Achieve

You dream of a business career; with the online Bachelor’s in General Business, you can act on it. 

You have the will. You have the talent. And if you’re reading this, you have all the technology you need to get started with an online degree program.

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Featured Faculty

Maurice P. Greene

Professor, School of Business and Accounting

With 15+ years in hospitality & tourism management, Prof. Greene's direct approach ensures that students grasp current industry practices.