Management, Bachelor of Science in Business
Lead people, run operations, and make the calls that move organizations forward. Shawnee State's Bachelor of Science in Business with a Management major builds the leadership and strategic skills that employers across every sector are looking for — on campus or fully online.
Program Overview
Shawnee State University’s Bachelor of Science in Business with a major in Management prepares students to lead with confidence in today’s dynamic business world. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, future executives, and professionals who want to make an impact, this program develops your ability to solve problems, manage people, and navigate change in a wide range of industries.
You’ll build a strong foundation in core business disciplines — like finance, marketing, and law — before diving into management-focused courses that sharpen your leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills. Whether your goal is to run a small business, climb the corporate ladder, or manage nonprofit initiatives, our program prepares you to lead with purpose.
Offered both on campus and fully online, the Management program gives you the flexibility to learn on your schedule, without sacrificing quality. Our expert faculty bring years of real-world experience into the classroom, offering personalized support and industry-relevant insight throughout your academic journey.
At Shawnee State, we don’t just teach business — we prepare you to thrive in it. With optional internships, networking opportunities, and career guidance, our program is built to help you succeed from day one.
Career Outcomes
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At A Glance
Management, Bachelor of Science in Business
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Business (B.S.B.)
Length
4 years (full-time)
Class Size
12:1
Location
Main Campus or Online
Start Date
6 entry points; next start date October 19
Why Study Management, Bachelor of Science in Business at Shawnee University
You'll learn to lead, not just to manage. The curriculum focuses on communication, problem-solving, team dynamics, and ethical decision-making — the skills you actually use as a leader.
Pick the format that fits your life. The same degree is offered fully online or on campus in Portsmouth. The coursework, faculty, and credential are the same either way. An internship is built in.
You'll complete at least one required internship with a regional business, and you can do a second one for elective credit. Both build your resume and your network.
Faculty bring leadership experience into the classroom. Your professors have run teams, departments, and organizations — and that experience shows up in the way they teach.
Tuition is among the lowest in Ohio. The Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee keeps your rate flat for four years.
The Management B.S.B. includes 33 hours of business core, 18 hours of management-specific coursework, and electives — giving you a full foundation in how businesses operate plus deeper work in leadership and strategy.
- Business core: Financial & Managerial Accounting, Legal Environment of Business, Microeconomics & Macroeconomics, Management Principles, Marketing Principles, Business Finance, Professional Communication & Development
- Management major: Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, Business Ethics
One internship with a regional business is required, and you can complete a second for elective credit. Internships give you direct experience in operations, team management, and organizational strategy — and a head start on professional networking.
- Lead diverse teams and manage organizational change
- Apply ethical and strategic thinking to business decisions
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Understand how core business functions interact
- Prepare for graduate business programs or professional certifications
The Management B.S.B. is offered through the C. H. Lute School of Business in the College of Business and Engineering Technology. On-campus classes meet in the Advanced Technology Center on SSU's Main Campus in Portsmouth, Ohio. The same program is also available fully online through Shawnee State Online Campus.
Graduates of this program go into roles like:
- Operations manager
- Project manager
- Human resources specialist
- Business analyst
- Department or team manager
- Small business owner or entrepreneur
- Management trainee in a corporate leadership track
Hiring sectors include retail, manufacturing, healthcare, finance, technology, government, nonprofits, and small business — essentially anywhere an organization needs leadership.
Students who earn an Associate in Applied Business in Business Management Technology are able to pursue a Bachelors in Business Administration with a concentration in Management as a 2+2 plan (two years to earn the associates, two more years to earn the bachelors).
Tuition and Financial Aid
Shawnee State’s tuition is among the lowest in Ohio, and the Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee keeps your rate flat for four years. Scholarships including Choose Ohio First and the Pell-Eligible Free Tuition Program may also apply.
Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The Management B.S.B. is available in a fully online format through Shawnee State Online, with the same curriculum and faculty as on campus.
Yes. The program covers leadership, finance, strategy, and operations — all the things you'd need to run a business yourself.
Yes. One internship with a regional business is required, and a second can count as an elective.
Roles like operations manager, project manager, HR specialist, business analyst, and management trainee — plus a path to graduate school or professional certification.
Program handbook
Course descriptions and full degree requirements are available in the Academic Catalog. For detailed expectations and curriculum planning, contact:
Accreditation
The Management B.S.B. is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
