Associate of Business Administration Online (A.B.A.)

Mission

The McCamish School of Business endeavors to provide a comprehensive business education to students in a variety of business programs, in accordance with the established objectives of Reinhardt University. An appreciation of learning and of serving others is fostered in the McCamish School of Business, as students are prepared for a diverse world in which they may join large multinational corporations, manage and/or own a small business, or pursue graduate education. Emphasis is placed upon professional preparation, within the context of the liberal arts tradition of preparing the whole person for a diversity of roles in life.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the ABA program will be able to:

1. Analyze business situations using information and logic to make recommendations for problem-solving and decision-making (Critical Thinking, Analytical, and Problem-Solving Skills).
2. Use team building and collaborative behaviors in the accomplishment of group tasks and communicate effectively problem alternatives considered, recommend a solution, and an implementation strategy in oral, written, and electronic form (Interpersonal, Teamwork, Leadership, and Communication Skills).
3. Recognize and analyze ethical dilemmas and propose resolutions for practical business situations (Ethical Issues and Responsibilities).
4. Apply best practices, established theories, and managerial skills to business situations and problems (Business Skills and Knowledge).
5. Develop awareness of and analyze global and multicultural issues as they relate to business (Awareness of Global and Multicultural Issues).

Assessment

• Success in achieving the objectives in the Associate of Business Administration program will be measured in the following ways:
• Completion of each course in the major with a grade of C or better.
• Completion of an exit survey.

Program Overview

The Associate of Business Administration degree program is designed for mid-career, working professionals, executives, administrators, managers, and business owners and entrepreneurs who want to build a solid foundation of business course work that can potentially be merged into a Bachelor of Business administration degree. Coursework within the degree program includes general education core and business courses and is designed to provide students with the foundational classes needed to transfer into the Online Bachelor of Business Administration.

Designed for working adults, this program moves the student through at a pace designed for someone with a full-time job but who wants to complete their degree in a timely fashion. Major courses are developed and taught by leaders in the business field. Not only is the student provided with current theory and practice, but the student will also learn from the instructors’ real-life experiences..See p. P 17 for more information.

Admission Procedure and Requirements

1. The applicants should complete online application through Reinhardt University’s website at https://reinhardt.my.site.com/apply/TX_Sit eLogin?startURL=%2Fapply%2FTargetX_Portal PB.
2. The applicant should submit official High School or GED transcript. Transfer students with 30 semester or 45 quarter transferrable credit hours are not required to submit their high school transcript or GED equivalency.
3. The applicant must submit official transcripts from all previously attended post-institutions. A cumulative grade point average of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale of all attempted collegiate course work.
4. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for admission will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Additional documentation may be required including letters of recommendation and a personal statement.
5. Reinhardt University reserves the right to refuse any applicant. Applicants who are denied admission based on academic credentials have the right to appeal the decision to the Admissions Committee.
6. Applicants who have been charged with or convicted of a crime may be asked to interview with a university administrator.

Program Format

New students are accepted into the Associate of Business Administration program every eight weeks. Each Fall and Spring semester consists of sixteen weeks and is divided into two eight- week sessions. Summer semester is 14 weeks and is divided into two seven-week sessions. Students will take two classes each session for a total of four classes (12 semester credits) per semester. Part-time schedules are also available.

The 60-Hour ABA Degree Program can be completed in as little as five semesters by taking 12 credit hours per semester. Up to 30 semester hours of transfer credit can be applied to this degree program. Courses will be taught utilizing the Canvas learning platform.

Textbooks for some classes will be included in the cost of tuition and will be available to the student in an e-book format. Some courses will require the student to purchase a textbook or software.* In these cases, students can order books online through the Reinhardt University Bookstore.

*Most courses with a prefix of BUS or MAT require a purchase of software.