Business Curriculum & BSBA Degree
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business, your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration connects business knowledge with hands-on experience, personal strengths coaching and career preparation. Start with the first-semester Business Battle and build toward a capstone project for a corporate partner.
What is a BSBA degree?
A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, or BSBA, is an undergraduate degree that combines a broad foundation in business with focused study in a major.
At Nebraska, students in all 12 business majors earn a BSBA. Your degree brings together general education, business core courses, major courses and experiential learning. The business core curriculum helps you understand how different areas of business work together, while your major develops your knowledge in a specific field.
What Makes a Nebraska Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) Degree
Nebraska's Achievement-Centered Education (ACE) General Education Classes
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Business Core and Major Classes
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Experiential Learning Requirement (Internships, Study Abroad, Project-Based Classes)
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Your Nebraska Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree
Nebraska BSBA Learning Goals and Objectives
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business, your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree prepares you for a successful future by learning how to grow through self-discovery and reflection, think adaptively and innovatively, communicate effectively, and contribute as capable business professional. No matter your business major, these learning goals and objectives guide student development across Nebraska’s business curriculum.
Discover and Reflect
Take an active role in your personal and professional growth. Reflect on your strengths, interests and experiences to make intentional decisions about your education and future.
Think Adaptively and Innovate
Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to solve problems. Consider diverse ideas and global perspectives as you develop solutions.
Communicate Effectively
Share knowledge and ideas clearly through writing and speaking. Develop your ability to communicate in a range of business settings.
Build Your Foundation to Lead
Build the business knowledge, ethical judgment and practical skills to contribute as a qualified professional and prepare for future leadership.
Four Attributes of a Nebraska Business Graduate
Hundreds of employers and alumni helped inform Nebraska’s business core curriculum by identifying four attributes they value in the people they hire. Every business major takes this shared curriculum, building the knowledge, skills and experience to demonstrate these attributes and become Husker Hired.
At Nebraska, you’ll develop as:
A Data-Driven Decision Maker
Turn information into insight. Analyze data, evaluate evidence and make informed recommendations.
An Effective Communicator
Make your ideas understood. Write, speak and collaborate with clarity and confidence.
A Purposeful Strategist
See how the pieces fit together. Connect business knowledge to evaluate challenges and develop a course of action.
An Empowered Professional
Take ownership of your future. Apply your strengths, build relationships and prepare for your career and life.
Nebraska’s Business Curriculum in Action
See how Nebraska connects business knowledge, personal development and hands-on learning from your first semester.
Begin by exploring a corporate challenge with guidance. Build your skills across business disciplines. Bring that learning together in your senior capstone project.
Signature Experiences:
First-Year Business Battle Capstone With Corporate Mentors
Your First-Year Business Experience
When you are admitted to the university and select a business major on your application, you get directly admitted into the College of Business. That means you don't have to wait until your junior or senior year to start doing business like some schools.
You'll take three business classes as the foundation of your first-year experience. Get to know familiar faces as you explore business right away, discover your strengths and consider your career direction.
Fall Semester
Introduction to Business
LEARN ABOUT BUSINESS: Explore the different disciplines within business while learning about business majors available to you at Nebraska. Practice foundational problem-solving skills you’ll use in your business education and future career. Compete in your first business solution competition. You’ll be mentored by a student coach and a professional serving as a business consultant.
First 8 Weeks of Spring Semester
Investing in Strengths
DISCOVER YOUR TOP TALENTS: Learn how to develop and apply your strengths for success in college and beyond. After identifying your top talents through the CliftonStrengths assessment, learn how to leverage your strengths for specific outcomes including academics, major and career awareness, and engagement and well-being in college. You’ll also receive one-on-one coaching sessions from a trained student strengths coach.
Second 8 Weeks of Spring Semester
Career Development and Planning
PREPARE FOR YOUR CAREER: Develop your career goals and craft your résumé. In this course, you will dive into the career exploration and decision-making process to ensure your path in business aligns with your interests, skills and values. Be empowered to effectively articulate your experiences and skills after developing a professional résumé in a one-on-one coaching session with a peer career coach and participating in a practice networking event.
Signature First Semester Experience
What is the Business Battle?
In Introduction to Business (MNGT 101), you explore business majors, develop foundational problem-solving skills and participate in your first real-world business solution competition called the Business Battle. The battle is a team competition where you'll be supported by a student coach and an industry professional volunteering as your business consultant.
You’ll examine a corporate partner’s business challenge, research opportunities and develop and present recommendations. This hands-on, team-based approach builds your confidence as you learn to navigate the complexities of business communication, analysis and presentation.
Recognized for Innovation in Business Education
MidAmerican Business Deans Association Innovation in Business Education Award
Career Preparation Through the Empowered Professional Program
Four dedicated courses help you move from exploring your strengths and career interests to pursuing internships, evaluating job offers and preparing for life after college.
100% of business students create a resume, optimize their LinkedIn profile and complete a practice interview with an employer.
Complete a Capstone Project With a Corporate Partner
In Business Strategies (MNGT 475), draw on what you’ve learned to tackle a semester-long corporate project. By the time you reach the capstone course, you'll have the confidence and competence to excel on a semester-long corporate project, showcase your career readiness and demonstrate your ability to lead the future of business.
Collaborate with classmates and corporate mentors to examine a business issue, evaluate options and develop strategic recommendations. This experience will offer a unique opportunity to work with a range of mentors from an organization on business strategy.
Explore Nebraska’s Business Majors
Choose from 12 business majors that share a strong business core curriculum and let you focus on what interests you most. Explore your options and visit the College of Business to see how we're building business leaders like only Nebraska can.