A major (also known as a major concentration or concentration) is a term for the specific group of courses that give you a basic knowledge of a field of study, which is in addition to your core curriculum. A major is a term most commonly applied to a program of study leading to a bachelor's degree. The business School or College will define a framework for this specialized portion of your studies, including a certain number of required courses and a certain number of "elective" courses relevant to the major. The institution will also define your general education or foundation education requirements. Some majors effectively define your full course of study while others allow you considerable latitude, both within your field of study and in their other courses.
Although many students know what they want to take as their major before entering a university or college, most institutions do not allow you to officially declare your major until your sophmore year so that you experience a broad range of courses that will help you choose the most appropriate major.
Some universities and colleges in the US ask you to list a major choice on your application for admission. If you are interested in a major that requires a lot of classes, or classes that are limited to students in that major you may have to declare earlier than usual. As well, for some majors you will need to take specific courses (pre-requisites) during your first year before you can even be considered eligible for upper level courses. Some business administration majors have limited enrollment, so in fact you may even be required to apply to get the major you want, including attending an interview or writing an essay.
Community college associate degree programs in business administration also have a choice of majors, such as an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in executive accounting. Certificate programs, however, carry a designation (for instance Accounting Certificate) which is more specific than a general degree title. Usually, the field of study at the community college level is career-focused to the point where students do not take "elective" courses as they do for bachelor's degrees. Hence the designation of the certificate effectively stands in for the "major."
Business - CSUFresno William McComas is in his junior year of a Bachelor's of Business Administration, with a specialization in law, at California State University - Fresno. "I transferred from a junior college, so this is my first year here. I really like it - the instructors are very helpful, and I am developing a good comprehensive understanding of business. I'm at the point where all my classes relate to each o... >[more]
Choosing a Business Major You've decided to study business. Maybe you have a mind for numbers, want to be a successful entrepreneur, or just like to wear suits. Whatever your reason for studying business, you will soon be faced with the task of choosing a major.
If the thought of choosing your major is overwhelming, read on. Deciding on a major doesn't mean choosing your career, or deciding what you'll do for the re... >[more]
Co-op and Internship Programs in Business Management Many universities have co-operative education or internship programs. They function differently from school to school, but generally companies and organizations post jobs with the co-op office, which members of the co-op programs then apply and interview for (if they are short-listed). It works like applying for regular jobs, except that as a co-op student you are still considered to be a student... >[more]
Exams, Papers and the Dreaded Group Assignments in Business & Management Business students are evaluated a number of ways: by exams, midterms, quizzes, papers and projects. Unlike some fields of study, business programs usually have an equal balance of exams or midterms versus papers or projects.
Case studies are one of the most common methods business schools use to evaluate students' academic performance. As well, some business degrees require that senior stude... >[more]
Typical Class Structures and Hours in Business & Management Business courses are usually lectures and seminars. In a lecture class, a professor usually gives a presentation to the class - lecture classes can be anywhere from 20-400 students. Developing a style of keeping notes for classes is important. Some students record everything the teacher says, some students tape record lectures, while others just record the main points.
In smaller classes t... >[more]
What is a Business Degree? A business education introduces you to basic concepts of business and teaches you real-world solutions and skills. Most schools allow you to choose from a range of majors or concentrations so that the program fits your interests and career goals. Usually students take one or two years of general business courses before they are required to choose a major. A business education encompasses many fiel... >[more]
The Tagliatela College of Engineering at the University of New Haven (UNH) has been offering degrees in engineering since 1920. The College offers four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in the following disciplines: chemical; civil; computer; electrical; mechanical engineering; systems; computer science, chemistry and information technology. A Bachelor of General Engineering degree, is also offered, which blends elements from each concentration to provide students with a broad general knowledge base. Students are encouraged either to participate in UNH's cooperative education program or to assist a ... [more]
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