The Business Administration degree with the General Studies program provides students with an essential foundation in business and skills for either direct entry into the workplace or entrance to graduate programs in business. You’ll learn best practices on the many sides of business administration, including finance, marketing, business operations, and creating effective business policies. In addition, we provide a well-rounded, business-oriented program where students may achieve skills consistent with the Iowa Wesleyan University philosophies of critical thinking, problem-solving, communication skills, and civic engagement.
General Business Studies within the Business Administration Degree
General Business Studies Program Requirements:
Complete all of the following:
- ACTG 322 Cost Accounting
- BA 221 Professional Sales
- BA 312 Organizational Behavior
- BA 360 Human Resources Management
Choose two (2):
- ACTG 340 Federal Tax
- BA 311 Small Business Management
- BA 315 Agribusiness Management
- BA 321 Consumer Behavior
- BA 322 Advertising
- BA 341 Inestments
- SM 223 Sport Marketing and Sales
Business Administration Requirements:
- All concentrations are required to complete the core business requirements

Career Opportunities in General Business Studies
Office Manager
Executive Assistant
Store Manager
Administrative Service Manager
Administrative Assistant
Relationship Banker
Risk Management Consultant
Assistant Store Manager
Sales Support Specialist
Store Manager
Sales Representative
Financial Examiner
Loan Officer
Budget Analyst
Cost Estimator
Executive Assistant
Retail Sales Worker
Program Director
Payroll Specialist
Human Resource Generalist
Career Outcomes
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Insurance Sales Agent