“I definitely had reservations about how good of an education I would get from an online degree

program, but I learned so much, and I feel like I am now a very well-rounded professional ready

to take on my current job and future responsibilities.”

— Stacy Prodell, UW Flexible Option Business Administration graduate

The fast-paced world of business is full of interesting

people, emerging global markets, and a myriad of

opportunities for success. Learn fundamental business

management skills—applicable to nearly every career

field—to be a part of this exciting business world with the

University of Wisconsin-Parkside Bachelor of Science in

Business Administration program.

Accredited through the Higher Learning Commission

(HLC) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools

of Business International (AACSB)—the leading business

accrediting body in the world— this degree program

offers an employer informed curriculum covering

everything from business basics to the latest trends.

This curriculum draws upon a variety of functional areas

ranging from global business to marketing to supply

chain management, and features project-based learning

throughout the program. And, as a busy adult, we know

you have a lot of experience to draw from—prior courses,

work, military training, or other experiences. With the UW

Flexible Option, you can tap into that experience to help

you advance toward your degree, sometimes at a faster

pace, as you build upon your knowledge.

Whether you want to become a more confident business

professional, move into a new position, advance to a

graduate program, or fulfill a lifelong goal of earning

your degree, this UW-Parkside business administration

program offered through the UW Flexible Option is the

perfect choice for meeting your educational needs.

Take control of your future with a degree in Business

Administration—contact an enrollment adviser today!

Take control of your business careerGain real world business experience

Finish your accredited Bachelor of Science in Business Administration online through the University of Wisconsin Flexible Option

“Informed by recognized business and industry leaders and designed by renowned UW Faculty, the

project-based curriculum mimics real-world scenarios you’ll encounter in modern enterprises to

ensure that you will be able to immediately apply what you’re learning to the workplace and

advance your career.”

— Dr. Suresh Chalasani, Professor of Business

Save time and moneyDesigned for working adults, UW Flexible Option breaks

free from rigid semester schedules. There are no

traditional classrooms or class time requirements. You

can start when it’s convenient, advance at your own pace,

and test whenever you’re ready. You can also build on

your current knowledge and prior business experience

to progress toward your degree—which can help save

you time and money by finishing your bachelor’s degree

on your schedule, and on your budget. The UW Flexible

Option is ranked in the top 10 most affordable business

degree programs in the U.S. by GreatBusinessSchools.org.

Gain real-world skillsYou’ve already gained experience in the working

world. That’s why UW Flexible Option’s competency-

based format is about what you know and are

able to do. You’ll make progress by completing

projects that prove you’ve mastered the skills and

knowledge UW faculty and industry leaders have

identified as essential in a business career.

Earn a UW-Parkside degreeYou’ll earn a real degree from the University of

Wisconsin-Parkside, an institution dedicated to

providing students with quality instruction and a strong

return on their investment. UW-Parkside is known for its

affordability and student-centered approach to learning.

The UW-Parkside College of Business, Economics, and

Computing is accredited by AACSB International—which

is the gold-standard accrediting body for business

programs. Fewer than 5% of business programs

internationally are recognized by AACSB.

Get personalized supportFrom day one, an Academic Success Coach (ASC) will

be there to guide you through every step of your

online learning experience. Your ASC will be there for

you whenever you have a question or need program

advice. They’ll work with you to understand your goals,

personalize your learning plans, and direct you to the

learning resources you’ll need to be successful.

The UW Flexible Option advantage

“The projects are centered around the application of the business knowledge I learned in the

textbooks and materials, whereas in a traditional, on-campus program, students might not get

the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned to a realistic situation.”

— Qinghua Lao, BSBA student

Career outlookThe majority of occupations open to business administration

graduates are projected to see average growth of 9.5% according

to Emsi, a top source for labor market analytics. Occupations

expecting a higher than average growth include management

analyst (15%), general and operations manager (12%), and

administrative services manager (11%). From 2018 to 2028,

over half a million new jobs are expected to be created for

positions often held by business administration degree

holders. Demand for graduates who hold a bachelor’s degree in

business administration will continue to be steady, as this is a

mature and stable job market.

CurriculumThe core business curriculum is centered around 39 projects,

instead of traditional classes. These projects are designed

to simulate authentic scenarios that you’ll face in your daily

work in the business world. For example, to demonstrate your

marketing skills, you’ll enroll in a project called “Marketing Plan”

and will develop a mock marketing plan for a new product—

using learning resources curated by faculty—instead of sitting

for a traditional exam. In the final culminating capstone, you’ll

conduct a comprehensive evaluation of a business, identify

areas of improvement, recommend a solution and plans to

achieve strategic objectives, and present your findings—

demonstrating you’ve mastered essentials skills required to

succeed in any modern enterprise.

The business administration curriculum is designed to build

upon a liberal education foundation. Specifically, as a graduate

of the program, you will:

» Demonstrate social and personal responsibility and ethical behavior for organizational contexts.

» Apply financial tools and techniques to meet organizational objectives.

» Design and evaluate operations, supply chain, marketing, human resources, management systems, structures, and processes in organizations.

» Apply information technology and research methods to improve organizational decision-making.

» Evaluate scenarios impacting an organization and respond using diverse communication strategies.

» Evaluate economic, political, regulatory, legal, technological, and social contexts to address organizational challenges in a global society.

» Apply intercultural knowledge, interpersonal skills and teamwork to function effectively in diverse environments.

» Employ critical analysis and systems thinking principles to create an integrated multi-functional strategy to meet organizational objectives.

For a full listing of required curriculum, visit our website at

flex.wisconsin.edu

POSSIBLE JOB TITLES** MEDIAN SALARY*

Office and Administrative Support First Line Supervisor $55,057.60

Plant and Systems Operator $56,326.40

Production and Operating First Line Supervisor $58,884.80

Self Employed Business or Financial Operations $61,131.20

Management Analyst $82,451.20

Administrative Services Manager $94,016

General and Operations Manager $100,401.60

Industrial Production Manager $100,588.80

Purchasing Manager $115,752

Sales Manager $121,056

Marketing Manager $132,225.60

Medical and Health Services Manager $96,622.31

Human Resources Manager $106,703.15

Accountant $67,494.48

Computer and Information Systems Manager $138,060.53

Construction Manager $66,133.13

*Source Emsi 2019.1**Some positions may require additional training for continued advancement

Individuals seeking the training and credentials to begin a new career in business;

Established business professionals who want a bachelor’s degree to advance their current careers;

Students interested in applied learning through a project-based curriculum;

Students with some transferable college credit looking for a flexible opportunity to finish their degree.

Who should apply?

This program is suited for self starters who can work independently and are:

$2,250ALL-YOU-CAN-LEARN

12 week subscription

You’ll pay a flat tuition rate $2,250 per 12 week subscription period, the time in which

you will have access to program learning materials, can complete assessments, and will

receive academic support. Tuition covers as many projects that you are able to complete

within the subscription period.

You have control over the total cost of your program. Ultimately, it’s based on how

much prior coursework and work experience you bring to the program and how many

subscription periods it takes you to complete the required curriculum.

Tuition

Get more informationOur enrollment advisers are available to answer any questions you have about the UW Flexible Option Bachelor of

Science in Business Administration program. Finishing your degree can happen sooner than you think—reach out to

one of our advisers to get started today!

By phone: 1-608-262-2011

By email: flex@uwex.edu

Visit our website: flex.wisconsin.edu