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Why Pursue Business Administration?

Understanding how to excel in – as well as learning how to lead in – the corporate world is both a science and an art. Piedmont University will help you learn how to make the most of your abilities. We also help you learn how to identify entrepreneurial opportunities and tackle ethical questions in the modern global business setting. The result is a well-rounded student that enters the workplace with a broad understanding of how to navigate and succeed in a competitive environment. 

At Piedmont, we also offer a wide range of concentrations to help you find the direction that suits you best. In addition, we prepare you for real-world experiences by offering experiential learning – including summer travel study programs and internships. Furthermore, we offer online coursework to help those students who may not have time for the traditional on-campus experience. The result is that Piedmont produces business leaders that are ready to tackle modern issues and advance their careers in a responsible manner. 

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Benefits of a Piedmont Business Administration degree

The Business Administration major provides students with strong foundation in operational and management skills. Benefits of a Piedmont Business Administration degree include:

  • Learn how to succeed with modern business models that consider global and entrepreneurial realities.
  • Determine a concentration that will help you find the ideal next step for you – in the workplace or educationally.
  • Gain real-world experience with internships, interactions with local businesses, and study abroad opportunities.
  • Learn critical thinking skills that will help you hone your leadership abilities.
  • Foster relationships built by the experienced team at the Walker College of Business. 

Career Opportunities

A Business Administration degree from Piedmont opens doors and a wide range of professional pursuits. For instance, our graduates have gone on to build careers as:

Chief Executive Officer Leadership

This degree develops strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making skills critical for executive roles. It also equips future CEOs with knowledge in finance, operations, and organizational behavior to lead companies effectively.

Human Resources Management

Business administration teaches organizational behavior, labor laws, and performance management, all key areas in HR. It also strengthens communication and leadership skills necessary for handling recruitment, training, and employee relations.

Digital Marketing

With coursework in marketing, analytics, and consumer behavior, a business administration degree prepares you to develop data-driven digital campaigns. It also covers strategy and brand management, which are crucial in today’s competitive digital landscape.

Comptroller/Financial Controlling

This degree provides advanced knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, and cost management needed for controlling roles. It also trains you in decision-making and financial analysis to ensure fiscal responsibility across departments.

Budget Analysis

Business administration prepares you to assess financial data, forecast expenditures, and create efficient budgets. It also teaches analytical and presentation skills to communicate budget recommendations to stakeholders.

Accounting Information System Specializing

Through courses in accounting and information systems, this degree teaches you how to manage and optimize financial data flow. It also enables you to work with software that improves accuracy and compliance in business operations.

Social Media Management

A business administration degree offers training in marketing, branding, and analytics, which are vital for effective social media strategies. It also builds skills in content planning and customer engagement to grow a brand’s online presence.

Financial Analysis

With a strong emphasis on finance and data interpretation, this degree helps you evaluate investment opportunities, assess risk, and guide business decisions. It also fosters a deep understanding of markets and economic trends.

Project Management

Business administration teaches you how to lead teams, manage budgets, and meet deadlines—all critical aspects of project management. It also provides tools for planning, executing, and evaluating complex projects in various industries.

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Learn more about Business Administration and the variety of options available to you as a Piedmont student.

Degree Requirements

For the major in business administration, each student must select a concentration in a specific field. This selection process can occur at any time during a student’s progress through the program. Piedmont’s concentrations include: 

(At our Demorest campus) 

  • Business Analytics 
  • Finance 
  • Management 
  • Marketing 

Our online students also can concentrate in: 

  • Management 
What Classes Will I Take?
Just Starting Out – Or Ready for a Change?

The Walker College of Business pursues the mission and values of Piedmont University by preparing engaged learners for successful careers.  We boost our students’ future chances of success by offering undergraduate programs of distinction, delivered by a talented and caring faculty, with an emphasis on academic rigor, ethical integrity, individual attention and performance excellence. We are a great option for students who are seeking a career in business for the first time or those who wish to change careers.   

Why Be Well-Rounded?

The world changes quickly and employers want people who can think on their feet, solve problems and communicate effectively.  Our business programs embrace a liberal arts education, which develops nimble minds for this rapidly-changing workplace. The business administration degree incorporates critical thinking and communications skills with required skills in ethics, leadership, entrepreneurial thinking, and business model building. Graduates leave Piedmont’s business program with solid math skills, comfort with technology, and the business acumen to ask the right questions when faced with a challenge.

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Business Analytics Focus on learning how businesses gather data to improve strategies and drive results. This fast-expanding field offers multiple career choices. business administration Management Standout managers can see the complete picture while also comprehending the details. Our professors lean on real-world experience to help you learn how to develop this vision. The results prepare you for success in a wide range of corporate and/or organizational fields. Four men sit around a conference table with laptops in a bright office, engaged in work or discussion. Two are in suits, two are more casually dressed. Office décor includes framed art and a lamp. Marketing Our experienced professors will get you into the minds of consumers and businesses, while teaching you how to analyze information, formulate plans, and execute concepts that engage customers – all while opening a network of opportunities for you. Students sitting together looking at one student's laptop

Meet our Faculty

Meet our talented faculty with both academic and professional experience in business administration.

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Where do I start?

​To begin your journey toward earning an accounting degree at Piedmont University, you can start by applying today! Or, schedule a campus visit and meet with admissions and financial aid advisors, as well as faculty members in business administration.

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