Academic Programs
Business Administration (Online)
Business Administration students will have the option to complete their core business courses entirely online or in person. This program will be supported by co-curricular experiences for enhanced learning, skills development for marketplace preparedness, and access to community engagement opportunities. Once a student declares a Business Administration major, they will be required to meet with the program director for Business Administration either in person or over Zoom.
- Each core business course will be offered online (asynchronous or synchronous) every other academic year.
- With proper planning and advising, a full-time student may complete all business course requirements in as little as two years.
- Assignments and interactive content administered via Canvas, Google Meet, Zoom, etc.
- Frequent one-on-one contact with academic advisor and professors.
Student Experience
Interdisciplinary in nature, the program’s curriculum is designed to make the links between the liberal arts and the world of business explicit. In upper-level courses, the emphasis is on case studies and analytical thinking. Along with an individualized approach to learning, Salem’s business administration major is widely respected for its practical orientation and focus on leadership.
Health Leadership Highlights
Students in the business administration major will:
- Learn the importance of financial health
- Discuss workplace policies related to the health and wellbeing of employees
- Research leadership theories in order to apply them to their future management style
- Have the opportunity to take courses in healthcare administration
- Participate in leadership workshops, training programs, and conferences
