College of business & information technology
Our online business degrees prepare you for your next step in your business goals, from launching your own company as an entrepreneur to developing next-level skills in your current career.
Alumnus Stephen P.
BSB/M 2012, MBA 2022
Our online business degrees prepare you for your next step in your business goals, from launching your own company as an entrepreneur to developing next-level skills in your current career.
According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics, business majors are among the most popular undergraduate degrees in the U.S. Both versatile and valuable, a business degree can prepare you for careers in a range of industries. You can also develop a multitude of in-demand and transferrable skills as well as a solid foundation in quintessential business topics.
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A business degree can provide several benefits depending on what’s most valuable to you.
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Our online business degrees and certificate programs match the versatility of the business world. Choose from 12 business degree and certificate specializations and align your program to your main area of interest. You can develop foundational business knowledge while honing skills in a specific area.
Please note: the topics covered in each area may vary due to differences in the curriculum depending on which program and degree level you choose.
Accounting focuses on auditing, maintaining and recording financial transactions. Why study accounting? You may gain a valuable, versatile and in-demand skill set for a range of business careers.
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Business administration focuses on overseeing and supervising day-to-day operations. Why study business administration? You can learn how to make an impact in the business industry.
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Business analytics focuses on solving problems with data analysis and statistical models. Why study business analytics? Being able to interpret data can make you an asset in the business world.
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Business management focuses on coordinating a company’s activities and resources. Why study business management? You can strengthen your interpersonal skills for exciting career opportunities.
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Leadership and management focuses on influencing and motivating a team to accomplish a shared goal. Why study leadership and management? You can learn how to lead teams more effectively.
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Communication focuses on creating and delivering verbal and non-verbal messages for various audiences. Why study communication? You can hone your speaking and writing skills for diverse careers.
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Entrepreneurship focuses on creating and maintaining sustainable business ventures. Why study entrepreneurship? You can become well-versed in many areas of business that are beneficial for startups.
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Finance is a field of study focused on managing money and investments through banking, trading and economics. Why study finance? You can improve your financial literacy and learn how to analyze numbers and turn them into actional business insights. These are vital skills in a constantly evolving industry.
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Human resources focuses on recruiting, hiring, training and retaining job applicants and personnel. Why study human resources? You can learn valuable skills relevant to all kinds of businesses.
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Marketing focuses on promoting and selling products or services. Why study marketing? You can understand why customers behave certain ways and leverage your knowledge in your chosen career.
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Operations management focuses on maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability. Why study operations management? You can learn how to help ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly.
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Project management focuses on planning and organizing all aspects of a project to achieve a goal. Why study project management? You can develop a versatile skill set for a variety of jobs and careers.
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My MBA opened professional opportunities. Because of my knowledge about the business industry, I have been invited to speak to employees at organizations such as City of Hope, Google and others.”
Marie Q. | 2018
Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Marketing, ’12;
Master Business Administration, ‘15
When you pursue an online business degree or certificate, you’ll join the College of Business and Information Technology. You’ll learn from leaders in the field who bring practical knowledge and theory to your courses. Select business programs are accredited by ACBSP, which reflect our dedication to academic rigor, industry drivers and your success as a student.
Learn more about student and faculty demographics in the College of Business and Information Technology
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Average student age
59.9%
Female students
97
Countries where students are located
41,137
Average total degree enrollment
806,881
Degrees and certificates awarded
17.7
Average years of faculty teaching experience
32
Average years of faculty professional experience
56
Faculty members with experience as CEOs
385
Faculty members with experience as directors
849
Faculty members in the college
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Get value from your education before you even graduate. Update your resumé and LinkedIn profile with learned skills when you complete every 5- or 6-week course in our associate, bachelor's and master's programs.
Our college deans focus on developing a career-relevant curriculum. They bring industry experience to the classroom and lead a faculty of academic professionals with one goal in mind—to help you earn the skills you need to pursue your career.
Dean, College of Business and Information Technology
Associate Dean, College of Business and Information Technology
Associate Dean, College of Business and Information Technology
Depending on which degree option you’re pursuing, and how many eligible credits you can transfer toward your program, the program length can range from 18 months to four years.
Students can personalize their degree programs by adding certificates in various business areas such as project management, human resource management, marketing, business analytics, accounting, finance and more.
From accounting and business analytics to entrepreneurship, finance and marketing, you can specialize your degree to best align with your career goals. You can choose from a variety of certificates – all designed to prepare you with the in-demand and career-relevant business skills employers seek.
You may have multiple ways to save on an online business degree at University of Phoenix. From eligible transfer credits and work or life experience to scholarships and testing programs, we want to help you explore how you may be able to earn your business degree faster and for less.
Coursework in our business degrees is relevant and taught by faculty with experience in their fields, helping you gain in-demand skills in a growing field.
By following a “Learn, Practice, Apply” curriculum model, you’ll learn the key elements of business and how to apply that knowledge and skill set to real-world scenarios. These practical activities will give you the valuable feedback you need to better review and prepare for assignments throughout your courses.
Yes, we offer accredited business degree programs. University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org, since 1978. Additionally, some of our online business degrees have been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). These programs include:
*These programs are not available for new enrollments.
*While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.