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Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Business Administration

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Business Administration

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Business and management core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Faith-Based Business Administration integrates a robust understanding of commercial principles with a commitment to biblical stewardship and servant leadership. Throughout this two-year program, learners gain critical insights into management, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship through the lens of a Christian worldview. Students develop essential skills in strategic thinking and problem-solving, grounded in ethical reasoning and professional integrity. By engaging in collaborative projects that emphasize holistic spiritual formation, graduates are prepared to apply their innovative mindsets to address real-world challenges, ultimately serving their organizations and communities with excellence and vocational purpose.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Business Administration program combines a foundational general education curriculum with a comprehensive study of business administration theory, behavioral science, organizational human development, ethics, research, crisis awareness, referral, program development, and community-based support. Students are equipped to analyze the intersection of administrative stewardship and organizational mission through a framework grounded in academic rigor and faith-based values.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.A. in Faith-Based Business Administration
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge of core business concepts and theories.
  • Analyze and solve business problems using critical thinking.
  • Apply effective communication skills in professional contexts.
  • Understand the role of ethical decision-making in business practices.
  • Utilize quantitative and qualitative research methods in business analysis.
  • Develop strategic plans to address organizational challenges.
  • Collaborate effectively in team settings to achieve common goals.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ECON 100B
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • 3
  • None
  • MATH 100B
  • College Algebra
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSN 101B
  • Introduction to Business
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 101B
  • Introduction to Microeconomics
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 101BC
  • Introduction to Microeconomics (Continuation)
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 100B — Introduction to Statistics: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MATH 100B — College Algebra: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSN 101B — Introduction to Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECON 101B — Introduction to Microeconomics: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECON 101BC — Introduction to Microeconomics (Continuation): This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENGL 101B
  • College English Composition
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 101B
  • Principles of Management
  • 3
  • None
  • ACCT 102B
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSC 102B
  • Business Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • ENGL 102
  • Introduction to Business Writing
  • 3
  • None
  • ENGL 101B — College English Composition: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 101B — Principles of Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ACCT 102B — Introduction to Financial Accounting: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSC 102B — Business Communication: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENGL 102 — Introduction to Business Writing: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGMT 102B
  • Introduction to Information Literacy
  • 3
  • None
  • MKTG 102
  • Digital Marketing Concepts
  • 3
  • None
  • MATH 103
  • Fundamentals of Business Mathematics
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 104B
  • Business Law
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 106B
  • Introduction to Finance
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 102B — Introduction to Information Literacy: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MKTG 102 — Digital Marketing Concepts: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MATH 103 — Fundamentals of Business Mathematics: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 104B — Business Law: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 106B — Introduction to Finance: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGMT 107B
  • Business Ethics & Social Responsibility
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 108B
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • 3
  • None
  • GEN 109
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 109
  • Organizational Behavior & Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 110
  • Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 107B — Business Ethics & Social Responsibility: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 108B — Legal Environment of Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • GEN 109 — Team Leadership & Development: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 109 — Organizational Behavior & Leadership: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 110 — Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGIS 120B
  • Introduction to Microcomputers
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 200
  • Financial Management & Budgeting
  • 3
  • None
  • ACCT 201
  • Intermediate Financial Accounting
  • 3
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACCT 101)
  • ENGL 201
  • Academic Writing for Success
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 205
  • Business Analytics & Data Interpretation
  • 3
  • None
  • MGIS 120B — Introduction to Microcomputers: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 200 — Financial Management & Budgeting: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ACCT 201 — Intermediate Financial Accounting: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENGL 201 — Academic Writing for Success: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 205 — Business Analytics & Data Interpretation: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUSA 206
  • Human Resource Management
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 207
  • Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 210
  • Strategic Planning & Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • MGIS 210
  • Information Systems for Business
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 211
  • Operations & Supply Chain Management
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 206 — Human Resource Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 207 — Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 210 — Strategic Planning & Leadership: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGIS 210 — Information Systems for Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 211 — Operations & Supply Chain Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUSA 213
  • Global Business & International Markets
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 214
  • E-Commerce & Digital Business Management
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 215
  • Corporate Finance & Investment Strategies
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 300
  • E-Commerce and Online Ministry Business
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 302BM
  • Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSA 213 — Global Business & International Markets: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 214 — E-Commerce & Digital Business Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSA 215 — Corporate Finance & Investment Strategies: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 300 — E-Commerce and Online Ministry Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 302BM — Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGMT 303
  • Budgeting and Financial Stewardship
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 305
  • Business Analytics and Data Interpretation
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 310
  • Ethics in Global Business
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 311
  • Strategic Management
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 314
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 303 — Budgeting and Financial Stewardship: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 305 — Business Analytics and Data Interpretation: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 310 — Ethics in Global Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 311 — Strategic Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 314 — Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with a minimum GPA requirement. Additionally, prospective students may need to submit standardized test scores or other documentation as specified by the institution. Senior Capstone Project The capstone requirement consists of a comprehensive senior project that synthesizes business theory with practical application and spiritual formation. Students are required to design and present a business plan or organizational analysis that demonstrates rigorous ethical reasoning and a commitment to servant leadership. This project serves as a capstone of their academic journey, challenging learners to articulate how a Christian worldview shapes their approach to management, innovation, and long-term biblical stewardship within a competitive global marketplace.

Protected Curriculum

Complete program outline available after verification

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate, students must complete a total of 60 program-specific credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. In addition to core coursework in management, finance, and marketing, students must participate in regular spiritual formation exercises and demonstrate an understanding of ethical reasoning as it relates to business practice. Completion of the capstone project is mandatory, confirming the student's readiness to serve as a steward of resources and a person of integrity in their chosen professional vocation.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Financial Advisor
  • Operations Manager
  • Entrepreneur
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Business Administration
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Business and management core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ECON 100B | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None
  • MATH 100B | College Algebra | 3 | None
  • BUSN 101B | Introduction to Business | 3 | None
  • ECON 101B | Introduction to Microeconomics | 3 | None
  • ECON 101BC | Introduction to Microeconomics (Continuation) | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENGL 101B | College English Composition | 3 | None
  • MGMT 101B | Principles of Management | 3 | None
  • ACCT 102B | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 3 | None
  • BUSC 102B | Business Communication | 3 | None
  • ENGL 102 | Introduction to Business Writing | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGMT 102B | Introduction to Information Literacy | 3 | None
  • MKTG 102 | Digital Marketing Concepts | 3 | None
  • MATH 103 | Fundamentals of Business Mathematics | 3 | None
  • MGMT 104B | Business Law | 3 | None
  • MGMT 106B | Introduction to Finance | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGMT 107B | Business Ethics & Social Responsibility | 3 | None
  • MGMT 108B | Legal Environment of Business | 3 | None
  • GEN 109 | Team Leadership & Development | 3 | None
  • MGMT 109 | Organizational Behavior & Leadership | 3 | None
  • MGMT 110 | Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGIS 120B | Introduction to Microcomputers | 3 | None
  • MGMT 200 | Financial Management & Budgeting | 3 | None
  • ACCT 201 | Intermediate Financial Accounting | 3 | Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACCT 101)
  • ENGL 201 | Academic Writing for Success | 3 | None
  • BUSA 205 | Business Analytics & Data Interpretation | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUSA 206 | Human Resource Management | 3 | None
  • BUSA 207 | Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations | 3 | None
  • BUSA 210 | Strategic Planning & Leadership | 3 | None
  • MGIS 210 | Information Systems for Business | 3 | None
  • BUSA 211 | Operations & Supply Chain Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUSA 213 | Global Business & International Markets | 3 | None
  • BUSA 214 | E-Commerce & Digital Business Management | 3 | None
  • BUSA 215 | Corporate Finance & Investment Strategies | 3 | None
  • MGMT 300 | E-Commerce and Online Ministry Business | 3 | None
  • MBUS 302BM | Introduction to Non-Profit Organizations | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGMT 303 | Budgeting and Financial Stewardship | 3 | None
  • MBUS 305 | Business Analytics and Data Interpretation | 3 | None
  • MGMT 310 | Ethics in Global Business | 3 | None
  • MGMT 311 | Strategic Management | 3 | None
  • MGMT 314 | Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Financial Advisor
  • Operations Manager
  • Entrepreneur

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Business Administration
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years