What you will study
At the University of Central Missouri, our Business Management bachelor’s degree program
gives you the fundamental business acumen you need to lead and succeed in your career.
Throughout your Management courses, you’ll examine and practice leadership inside
and outside the classroom, find solutions to real-life problems for clients and design
and deliver training workshops.
No matter which Management program concentration you choose, expect to learn business
principles, data analytics, organizational effectiveness and relationship management.
In addition to your core Management courses in accounting, economics, finance, marketing
and statistics, you could also take coursework in:
- Experience-Based Organizational Behavior
- Integrative Business Experience, where you will start a real business with classmates
- International Management
- Organizational Development and Personal Praxis
- Quality, Innovation and Sustainability
Excellence in Business Management
- UCM’s Business Management bachelor’s degree is accredited by AACSB, which is the highest
standard of achievement for business schools. Less than 5% of business schools have
this accreditation.
- A Best Value Bachelor's Degree College for Business Administration & Management (College Factual,
2022)
- One of the Most Popular Colleges for Business, Management & Marketing (College Factual, 2022)
Unique learning opportunities for Business Management majors
Learning from experienced leaders in the classroom is an important aspect of the University
of Central Missouri’s Management bachelor’s degree program. We also believe it’s incredibly
important to take what you’ve learned and apply it in the field.
Our Business Management major gives you several ways to put opportunity in action.
- Integrative Business Experience (IBE): All Business Management majors take part in IBE during their junior year. IBE is
a block of four courses that provide firsthand knowledge and experience related to
the interconnectedness of business functions. Team up with fellow students in UCM’s
Management program to build a business plan, get capital through a loan proposal,
facilitate a sales plan, generate revenue, pay off your loan and donate profits to
a nonprofit. Throughout the semester, learn specific course content in management,
marketing and finance and apply that knowledge to your team’s business.
- Internships: As a senior, all students in our Business Management bachelor’s degree program are
strongly encouraged to pursue an internship locally or just 45 minutes away in Kansas
City. Our internship office finds you the right opportunity to prepare for a career in management. Earn college
credit, apply classroom learning, gain valuable work experience and network and connect
with leaders in the field.
- Study Abroad: Take your learning to a global level and gain a new perspective by studying abroad.
Immerse yourself in a new culture while taking Management courses for college credit.
UCM offers study abroad scholarships and grants, which can offset some of your travel
expenses.
What can you do with a Management bachelor’s degree from UCM?
UCM Business Management bachelor’s degrees are completely customizable. Gain the necessary
skills to lead in your career in management, pursue an MBA or take on law school.
Discover a strong future in Management
With a Business Management bachelor’s degree, your career opportunities are seemingly
endless. Learn more about job outlooks and salary expectations using the interactive
tool below.
Financial assistance options for Business Management majors
The University of Central Missouri has competitive tuition rates, as well as several
ways to finance your college education.
In addition to a variety of university scholarships, UCM offers several scholarships
for undergraduate students in the Management bachelor’s degree program, including:
- Arthur D. Scott Jr. Scholarship
- Blaine Whitworth Entrepreneurial Scholarship
- Charles G. and Laura Kuhn Distinguished Entrepreneurial Scholarship
- Integrative Business Experience Adviser Annual Scholarship
- Province Family Business Scholarship
- Province Family Christian Leadership Scholarship
You can learn more about program-specific scholarships at the UCM Scholarship Finder.
UCM-hosted Business Competitions
Pitch ideas to potential investors
Each year, UCM Management bachelor’s degree students have an opportunity to submit
innovative business ideas to potential investors. If your pitch is selected for the
final round, you’ll deliver your idea in person to our expert committee. One winner
is selected and receives a cash prize.
Meet Alison M.
BSBA Management ’21
“The professors within the Management program are a great resource to your success.
Each one of them wants to see you succeed and flourish. Make sure to cherish those
professional relationships you build at UCM.”
Prepare for a Hands-on Career in Management
Gain vital skills in our Integrative Business Experience
UCM’s Integrative Business Experience teaches you how to create a business in collaboration
with your classmates. Hear from some of our faculty and students as to why this experience
is valuable.
Connect Beyond the Classroom Through Clubs
Join one of five Management degree student groups
At UCM, we encourage students in our Business Management bachelor’s degree program
to get involved in one of our many clubs, including:
- Collegiate DECA
- Delta Sigma Pi
- ENACTUS
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Career Trends Impacting UCM Students
One UCM faculty member discusses changes in business
Professor Dan Jansen, who teaches UCM Business Management majors, recently joined
a panel to talk about how the job market is changing and its impact on salaries.
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Student Organizations for Management Majors
Collegiate DECA
Collegiate DECA provides competitive events in management, marketing, entrepreneurship,
hospitality, accounting, and finance. Our chapter has earned more than 250 awards
for individual and team performance at state and international competitions in the
last decade.
ENACTUS
ENACTUS competes regionally and nationally with projects in economics, success skills,
entrepreneurship, financial literacy and business ethics.
National Society of Leadership and Success
National Society of Leadership and Success students may minor in Leadership Studies
and, through a cooperative effort with NSLS National, earn up to three Leadership
Certificates. Our chapter of NSLS also offers a Service Leader Award.
Delta Sigma Pi
Delta Sigma Pi our co-educational business fraternity develops members in professional
skills, leadership, ethics, and service.
