# Online bachelor’s degrees in business Maddison B. | BSB Online bachelor’s degrees in business are undergraduate programs that build accounting, business, business administration and management skills for workplace application. Select programs can be customized with a certificate at no additional time or cost. Faculty include senior and executive-level leaders. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info)[Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) **Maddison B. | BSB** - [HLC accredited for 45+ years](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/accreditation.html)     |     - [Select programs accredited by ACBSP](#accreditation)     |     - [33.3 avg. years practitioner experience](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/faculty.html) Online bachelor’s degrees in business are undergraduate programs that build accounting, business, business administration and management skills for workplace application. Select programs can be customized with a certificate at no additional time or cost. Faculty include senior and executive-level leaders. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info)[Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) ## Facts at a glance - [HLC accredited for 45+ years](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/accreditation.html) - [Select programs accredited by ACBSP](#accreditation) - [33.3 avg. years practitioner experience](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/faculty.html) ## Find your online business bachelor’s program ZIP Code ## Choose a field of study Begin your journey BusinessTechnologyEducationHealthcareNursingCriminal JusticeBehavioral SciencePsychologyLiberal Arts ## Programmatic accreditation The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) has accredited the following programs offered by the College of Business and Information Technology or the College of Doctoral Studies. - Associate of Arts with a concentration in Accounting Fundamentals[[1]](#disclaimer) - [Associate of Arts with a concentration in Business Fundamentals](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/business-fundamentals-associate-degree.html) - [Bachelor of Science in Accounting](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/accounting-bachelors-degree.html) - [Bachelor of Science in Business](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/business-bachelors-degree.html) - [Master of Business Administration](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/master-business-administration-degree.html) - [Master of Management](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/management-masters-degree.html) - Master of Science in Accountancy[[1]](#disclaimer) - [Doctor of Business Administration](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/business-administration-doctoral-degree.html) - [Doctor of Management](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/management-doctoral-degree.html) [1] These programs are not available for new enrollments. For additional information, visit acbsp.org.   Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)  8101 College Blvd #100 Overland Park, KS 66210 12 The number of times a year you can start your degree based on your schedule.   120 The number of credits required to complete a bachelor’s business degree with UOPX. 4 > years The average time to complete a bachelor’s business degree with UOPX.   [See start dates](/admissions/class-start-dates.html) ## Skills you’ll develop with core bachelor’s business degree courses --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING - Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) - Financial statements - Auditing - General Ledger [See the B.S. in Accounting](/online-business-degrees/accounting-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS - Communication - Leadership - Management - Operations [See the B.S. in Business](/online-business-degrees/business-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS - Writing - Communications - Leadership - Editing [See the B.S. in Communications](/online-liberal-arts-degrees/communication-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT - Management - Performance management - Strategic planning - Operations [See the B.S. in Management](/online-business-degrees/business-management-bachelors-degree.html) ## Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years Get value from your education before you even graduate. Update your professional profile with learned skills when you complete every 5- or 6-week course in our associate, bachelor's and master's programs. [Learn more](/online-degrees/skills-aligned-learning.html) ## Outlook for workers with a bachelor’s business degree ### Bachelor of Science in Accounting BLS CATEGORY: Accountants & Auditors JOB GROWTH: 5**%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm)job growth for accounting occupations is projected to be**faster than average**between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Accountant - Accounting Manager - Cost Accountant - Auditor - Tax Examiner [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Management BLS CATEGORY: Management JOB GROWTH: 4**%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/home.htm), job growth for management occupations is projected to be**as fast as average**between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Business Manager - General Manager - Operations Manager - Store Manager [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Business BLS CATEGORY: Management JOB GROWTH: 4**%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/home.htm), job growth for management occupations is projected to be**as fast as average**between ((edu.BLSyears)) JOB TITLES: - Business Manager - General Manager - Operations Manager - Store Manager   [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Communications BLS CATEGORY: Public Relations Managers JOB GROWTH: 5**%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/public-relations-managers.htm)job growth for public realtions managers is projected to be**faster than average**between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Editor - Copywriter - Communication Specialist - Media Relations Specialist [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ## Bachelor’s business degree course requirements --- ### Bachelor of Science in Accounting You’ll take**26**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain confidence and skills you need in a business environment. These core courses include topics like: QuickBooks®, cost accounting, financial accounting, corporate taxation, auditing and more.  QuickBooks is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc. [See all courses](/online-business-degrees/accounting-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Business You’ll take**14**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain confidence and skills you need in a business environment. These core courses include topics like: business data analytics, organizational behavior, inclusive leadership, managing with a global mindset and more. [See all courses](/online-business-degrees/business-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Communications You’ll take**14**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain confidence and skills you need in a business environment. These core courses include topics like: social media communication, corporate communications and public relations, global and intercultural communication and more.  [See all courses](/online-liberal-arts-degrees/communication-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Management You’ll take**10**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain confidence and skills you need in a business environment. These core courses include topics like: innovative leadership, change management and implementation, strategic operations and logistics and more. [See all courses](/online-business-degrees/business-management-bachelors-degree.html#courses) ## Add a certificate to your Bachelor of Science in Business degree × Learn more about programs offered through the University of Phoenix College of Business and Information Technology. Business Analytics Certificate General Management Certificate Human Resources Certificate Leadership & Management Certificate Marketing Certificate Operations Management Certificate Project Management Certificate Small Business & Entrepreneurship Certificate [Learn more about adding a certificate](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-business-degrees/business-bachelors-degree.html#certificates) ## Get your bachelor's business degree for less Experiences like parenting and on-the-job training could be eligible for college credit. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11k and 1 year off their undergraduate degree. [Try our Savings Explorer® tool](https://www.phoenix.edu/cost-savings/ways-to-save) [Learn about Cost of Attendance (COA)](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#bachelor-non-cbe) ## Paying for school Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships. [Learn about cost of attendance](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#bachelors) Undergrad Cost per credit  Credits per course Resource fee **$398** x3 + $170 --- Estimated cost per course $1,364/ course [Find undergrad programs](/online-bachelors-degrees.html) **What affects the overall cost of my program?** Your full program cost can vary by:  - **Savings opportunities.** Your cost could be reduced with eligible transfer credits, scholarships, employer discounts and more. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11K and 1 year off their undergraduate degree at University of Phoenix. **Discover ways to save time and money on your degree with our Savings Explorer® tool:** [Go to Savings Explorer®](https://www.phoenix.edu/cost-savings)[Explore scholarships](/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships.html) --- [Learn about cost of attendance](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#bachelors) ### Ways to pay — and save. Explore your options. From grants and scholarships to transfer credits and federal financial aid, there are a variety of ways to pay for school and save on tuition. > Financial Aid Federal Financial Aid is money from the U.S. Department of Education to help you pay for your college tuition and expenses. [More about financial aid](/tuition-financial-aid/federal-financial-aid.html) > Transfer Credits Your prior eligible credits could help you graduate from your bachelor's degree faster and for less. [More about transfer credits](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html) > Military or Veteran Benefits See if you qualify to use veterans’ education benefits or tuition assistance to help pay for school.   [More about military benefits](/military.html) > Scholarships Starting with your first course, every new qualifying student will be awarded one of our scholarships.   [More about scholarships](/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships.html) > Employer Tuition Discounts Check if your employer provides tuition assistance, benefits, or reimbursement programs toward your degree.   [More about employer tuition benefits](/tuition-financial-aid/employer-tuition-benefits.html) > Credit for Prior Learning Explore over 200 savings opportunities to earn college credit for skills you’ve gained through work and life experiences. [More about credit for experience](/tuition-financial-aid/prior-learning-assessment.html) ## Student experience **Tracylyn S.** _BSB, 2016_ “My business degree earned at University of Phoenix gives me skills that I can bring to the table to improve the lives of children in the work that I do as the executive director for the Mountain Community Boys and Girls Club.”    **Monica M.** _BSB Finance, 2008 MBA, 2015_ “Education is the one thing that no one can ever take from you. It helps everything you imagined come to life. You just have to be willing to put an effort through hard work and dedication.”    Over 1 million alumni have earned their degrees while balancing work, school and life.**So can you. ** > Manage Time with Flexible Courses [More about time management](/life-as-a-phoenix/time-management.html) > Use Robust Student Resources [More about student resources](/student-resources.html) > Learn Online [More about classes](/student-resources/going-to-class.html) ## How to apply for your bachelor’s business degree program Once you’ve selected your degree program, choose your start date from our calendar, apply for free and register before the deadline (usually one week before the program starts). Then you'll speak to an enrollment representative to begin class. - No application fee - No SAT, GMAT or essay required - Our risk-free trial lets eligible students try out University of Phoenix for three weeks with no financial obligation [See admissions requirements](/admissions.html)[Explore start dates](/admissions/class-start-dates.html) ## Meet your college deans 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. ### Kathryn Uhles, MSP, MIS Dean, College of Business and Information Technology [Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/dean-kathryn-uhles.html) ### Natalie Pratt, MBA, MC, MEd Associate Dean, College of Business and Information Technology [Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/associate-dean-natalie-pratt.html) ## Bachelor’s business degree FAQs Expand AllCollapse All ### How long does it take to get your business degree? Depending on which degree option you’re pursuing, and how many eligible credits you can transfer toward your program, you could complete your degree in four years (or less with your transfer credits). - Bachelor of Science in Accounting: program length, 4 years - Bachelor of Science in Business: program length, 4 years  - Bachelor of Science in Communications: program length, 4 years - Bachelor of Science in Management: program length, 4 years ### What is the benefit of getting a bachelor's business degree? Having a bachelor’s degree has become an increasingly important way to gain knowledge and critical skills today's workers need to stay competitive in growing fields like business, healthcare, and information technology. Bachelor’s degree employment rates are projected to grow by 8.2%, on average, between 2021 and 2031.* So if you’re looking to gain knowlege and develop career-relevant skills, an online bachelor’s degree could help.  *The BLS Projected Growth for 2021-2031 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates. ### Can I get my bachelor's business degree online? Yes, all our courses are available 100% online. Where most colleges expect you to take several courses at once, here you take one course at a time over five weeks in an innovative, virtual, asynchronous learning environment. You and your peers will engage in discussions, assignments and learning activities. Plus, you’ll learn from faculty with their own real-world experience who practice the same knowlege and skills they teach, all while learning industry-relevant skills necessary to promote your career growth. What’s more? Throughout the course of your learning experience, our academic counselors and finance advisors remain always available to support and guide your decisions from your first day to your last. ### Can I use transfer credits toward my bachelor's business degree? Yes, you may be able to [transfer eligible credits](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html) if the college you attended is an accredited institution. You may also be able to have your relevant[work and life experiences](/tuition-financial-aid/prior-learning-assessment.html)evaluated for potential credit toward your degree to save even more time and money on your degree. - [What Is a Market Research Analyst?](/articles/business/what-is-a-market-research-analyst) — Online Degrees | July 11, 2025 • 6 minutes - [What Is a Purchasing Manager?](/articles/business/what-is-a-purchasing-manager) — Online Degrees | February 12, 2023 • 7 minutes - [How to Become a Management Analyst](/articles/business/how-to-become-a-management-analyst) — Online Degrees | June 15, 2023 • 7 minutes Load More...