Advance Your Career with Business Administration
Florida Southern’s flexible adult bachelor’s degree in business administration is designed with working adults like you in mind. Classes are offered entirely online so you can complete your coursework wherever you set your computer.
This comprehensive program builds a solid foundation of key business concepts while also developing civic and social responsibility. Through practical business applications using current technology and collaborative research with faculty, you’ll have the knowledge and experience to succeed as a leader in your profession and in your community.
AACSB Accredited
Accreditation by AACSB is the mark of excellence in business education earned by the top 6% of business schools worldwide.Why choose Business Admin at 海角破解版?
Personalized Advising
Your assigned academic advisor will be by your side from start to finish, creating a custom road map designed for your success through graduation and onward into your career.
Fully Online
Complete your degree from the comfort of your home or wherever you prefer to learn. This fully online program is designed to be flexible and work with your schedule and your needs.Network of Resources
As an online Business Administration student, you’ll have access to all the signature resources that Florida Southern’s Barnett School of Business has to offer. This includes academic support, career services, professional opportunities, and connections to business professionals all over the world.
Expanded Breadth of Knowledge
Fine-tune your skills with “Career Path” courses such as leadership and conflict management. These field-related courses are designed to prepare you for the career you're interested in and help propel you forward.
Affordable and Accelerated
Courses are offered at an accelerated rate so that you can finish in a timely manner. This also helps cut tuition rates down to half the price, making it more affordable and attainable for you to get your degree.
Meet Our Mocs
Sherrie Garel
Denise Mosher
Amanda Kronemeyer
Complimentary Minors
Accounting
Gain an understanding of the language of business and be able to compete in today鈥檚 complex marketplace. This minor offers a robust curriculum that covers all areas of accounting including financial, tax, cost/managerial, auditing, information systems, and forensics. Coursework is taught by expert faculty, three of whom are winners of the Florida Institute of CPA鈥檚 Outstanding Educator Award.
Learn MoreCommunication
This versatile Communication minor, with a concentration in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication, will prepare you to be a successful leader in a variety of professions. You鈥檒l learn how to effectively communicate across diverse populations as well as conduct extensive research, create case studies, and master communication theories.
Learn MoreHealthcare Management
Receive a healthcare business education while earning your business bachelor鈥檚. The Healthcare Management minor will prepare you for leadership roles within healthcare organizations. Learn how to address business challenges unique to the healthcare industry and incorporate sustainable practices into your organization.
Learn MoreStrategic Planning
Budgeting
Sales Management
Business Development
Project Management
Chief Executives
Sales Managers
General and Operations Managers
Financial Managers
Marketing Managers

Featured Business Admin Faculty
Cindy Hardin
Business Admin Program Details
AVAILABLE IN:
BS
Minor
Admission Requirements
- Provide official transcripts of all academic work taken previously at other colleges, universities, or professional schools.
- If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official high school transcript or GED scores.
- If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official ACT or SAT exam scores, OR as an alternative, applicants should instead submit an updated resume and elect to apply through the test-optional policy.
- Military service-connected, educational experiences may award transfer credits. Requests should be accompanied by documents describing the educational experience.
International Student Requirements
- Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
- Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
- Sponsor's Guarantee Form
- Valid Passport
- Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****
** (discount available), , , or or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.
*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.
**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.
Course Delivery

Online
Curriculum
Course descriptions are available in the academic catalog.
A. WRIGHT Foundations Courses | 34 hours |
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B. Major Requirements | 68 - 70 hours |
Business Core Courses:
Course Number | Course Name |
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ACC 2111 | Foundations of Financial Accounting |
ACC 2112 | Foundations of Managerial Accounting |
BUS 1115 | The Dynamics of Business and Free Enterprise (waived) |
BUS 2217 | Principles of Management |
BUS 2220 | Microsoft Excel for Business |
BUS 2705 | Business Systems and Processes |
BUS 2860 | Professional Development* |
BUS 3311 | Legal Environment of Business |
BUS 3320 | Applied Statistics and Analytics for Business |
BUS 4960/4961 | Business Administration Internship* (2-4 hours) |
BUS 4999 | Seminar in Strategic Management of the Business Enterprise |
ECO 2207 | Principles of Macroeconomics |
FIN 3453 | Managerial Finance |
MKT 3160 | Marketing Principles |
Business Administration Core Courses:
- Any 3000-/4000-level BUS or ENT course not in the business core.
- Sixteen hours in selected career paths.
* Should you choose not to complete BUS 2860 Professional Development and BUS 4960/4961 Business Internship, you will need to complete an additional 4 credit hours in your selected career path.
C. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements | 12 hours |
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D. Electives | 8 - 10 hours |
E. Total | 124 hours |
Program Costs
2025-2026
Base Required Fees | Cost |
Tuition Per Credit Hour | $380 |
Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled | $30 to $120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Tech Support
What are the technical requirements for taking an online course with 海角破解版?
See our online technical requirements.
Who do I contact for technical support?
Students needing assistance should first contact their instructor. If the problem cannot be resolved at the instructor level, students may speak to your admission counselor at 863.680.4463 or contact the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. Technical support for online workshops will be offered by 海角破解版鈥檚 Tech Buddies and is available all year long.
Registration and Scheduling
Where can I find the Adult Schedule?
Students needing assistance should first contact their instructor. If the problem cannot be resolved at the instructor level, students may speak to your admission counselor at 863.680.4463 or contact the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. Technical support for online workshops will be offered by 海角破解版鈥檚 Tech Buddies and is available all year long.
I need help enrolling in a class.
Portal: Through the 鈥淧ortal,鈥 you can register for classes, pay for classes online, view your student account, transcripts, course schedules, course descriptions, assignments, grades, GPA calculator, faculty information and attendance. To log onto the Portal you will need to know your student ID number and password. To reset your portal password, you must call the Help Desk at 863.616.6426. If you have difficulties registering online, please contact the Registrar鈥檚 office by email at registrar@flsouthern.edu, or call 863.680.4127.
You can review our helpful video tutorials to learn how to navigate the 海角破解版 Student Portal on our resources page.
Email: Email your course selection to the Registrar鈥檚 office at registrar@flsouthern.edu. You will receive confirmation of your registration by email.
In Person: You may register for classes in person at the Registrar鈥檚 office, located on the second floor of the Thad Buckner Building, marked BB on the campus map. Their hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
I need help planning my schedule. Who should I contact?
Every student enrolled at 海角破解版 is assigned an academic advisor to assist with scheduling, meeting degree requirements, and identifying academic and personal goals. To save time and tuition dollars, it is important that you talk to your advisor on a regular basis. It is your responsibility to schedule an appointment to speak with an advisor as early as possible after entering 海角破解版.
I cannot continue my enrollment in my course. How do I drop the course from my schedule?
If you need to drop a course and it is before the start of the term or during the add/drop period, you can drop the course on the 海角破解版 Student Portal or email Adrienne Sapp at asapp@flsouthern.edu in the Registrar鈥檚 Office. If you need to drop the course after the add/drop period is over, you will need to email Adrienne Sapp to be dropped from your course. Please note, dropping a course after the add/drop period will lead to financial implications. Please email Jackie Myers at jmyers2@flsouthern.edu in the Business Office if you drop a course after the add/drop period to determine your balance owed. Please reference the refund date schedule. To learn more about the add/drop dates, please reference the academic calendar.
I need to submit a bill for the courses, how do I print this out?
Sign in to the and select the 鈥楽tudent鈥 tab at the top of the page. Next, select Financial Info on the side of the page. Then select CASHNet my Account Info. Finally, select the Course and Fee Statement.
Transcript Inquiries & Grades
How do I request a transcript from 海角破解版?
We offer online transcript ordering through our partner National Student Clearinghouse. The cost is $10 per copy and you will need a credit card and a valid email account. Transcripts will not be released if there is an outstanding balance on your 海角破解版 account. If you have questions, please contact the Registrar's Office at 863.680.3916.
How do I check my grades and print out my grade?
Login to the and select the 鈥楽tudents鈥 tab at the top of the page. On the Students webpage, find 鈥楪rade Report鈥 in the side navigation panel. Enter the term in which you need the grade for, then select 鈥榁iew Final Grade Report.鈥
Do I have to earn a certain grade in my courses?
Yes, a grade of 鈥淐鈥 or better must be earned in all courses.
Financial Information
How much does it cost?
Tuition costs as well as miscellaneous fees can be found on our Tuition and Costs page.
Are there scholarship opportunities?
There are a variety of different scholarships and financing options available. Please visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about scholarship opportunities. Learn More about payment methods and payments plans.
IDs & Permits
How do I obtain my ID# if I have lost or misplaced it?
Please email the Office of Adult and Graduate Admission to request your 海角破解版 Student ID number.
How do I obtain a parking permit?
You will need a parking permit when visiting the campus. The cost is $40.00 per academic year when you register your car with Campus Safety. You will be required to provide information about your car, including the tag number. This information can be found in the under the Adult and Graduate tab once you are logged in.
How do I get an 海角破解版 ID?
To receive your free 海角破解版 ID card, under the same Adult and Graduate tab in the 海角破解版 Portal, read the guidelines and follow the link to upload your photo. By uploading a photo this lets our Campus Safety and Security Office know to create your ID card, which is typically available for pickup within 48 hours. Most students pick up their ID card while on campus to pick up their parking permit.
Housing
Is college housing available to me as an adult student?
Yes, but on a very limited basis. While we do not have dedicated housing for adult and graduate students, there are sometimes limited openings at a nearby hotel that we utilize for undergraduate housing overflow. For information on this option, please contact Residential Life at residencelife@flsouthern.edu or 863-680-4206.
What other options do I have?
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce has provided a list of their members that offer housing options in the area. The college does not endorse any specific housing option and we advise that you research these facilities (or other opportunities) on your own.
Miscellaneous
Where can I purchase my books?
The campus bookstore. The bookstore is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For your convenience, you can . The Bookstore phone number is 863.680.4186. Please note, the bookstore may have alternate hours in the summer and during college breaks.
I need help locating my classes.
Please utilize the 海角破解版 campus map. Reference the building description from your student schedule. Enter the location in the search box, and it will pull up the exact location on the campus map.
I'm having trouble logging into Canvas.
Take advantage of our video tutorials and resources. There, you can find a link to as well as video tutorials for how to use Canvas.
Are there any Certificate options if I'm not looking to pursue a full degree?
Yes, we offer a Management Certificate for those who are not looking to complete a full degree. Learn more about our continuing education options.
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