BS in Business Administration in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is a four-year program that focuses on managing businesses and their overall operations. The program involves critical decision-making skills in order to successfully strategize business operations. It teaches students a basic and clear understanding of the functions of every division in a company, be it in marketing, finance, operations, human resources, and office management.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in BS in Business Administration are encouraged to take the Accountancy, Business and Management strand. This strand provides the basic concepts of business and financial management, and corporate operations that will be helpful for college.

Subjects and Curriculum

Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing
Accounting
Business Communication
Basic Finance
Basic Microeconomics
Business Law
Income Taxation

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

The student must be a high school graduate.

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the

Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
Most recent medical and dental health record
Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
Certificate of Good moral character
Copy of honorable dismissal
Copy of high school diploma
(1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of BS in Business Administration are expected to be able to:

Study and analyze the business environment
Create operational plans
Think of modern business ideas
Effectively manage a business unit for economic sustainability
Conduct research methods from a business perspective

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in various corporate and business companies.

Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

Board Exam

The BS in Business Administration does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Business Administration may pursue a career path in various corporate and business companies. They may for roles such as a marketing officer, sales representative, account manager, lead manager, retail manager, and business development executive.

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Reviews of BS in Business Administration graduates:

E. P.

◈ Studied Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
◈ At University of the Philippines Diliman
◈ Graduated 2011

About my college education: It was very fun and challenging, because not only did you need basic math and analytical skills, but also interpersonal skills, time management, and a lot of patience and hard work.

My current job: Client Service Executive in a media agency

Am I using what I learned in college: Yes, definitely. All the case studies, the IMC's, the advertising strategies, and the like have become very useful in my current job. Plus the fact that I was used to late nights doing projects and homeworks.

How long did it take to find a job: 3 months

Do I recommend studying Business Administration: Yes, definitely. A degree in BSBA gives access to a lot of opportunities in the corporate world, whether it be in marketing, finance, operations, or even human resources. It also paves the way for potential entreperneurs who are waiting for opportunities in the future.

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