Liberal Studies, Business and Entrepreneurship Concentration, BA

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BA in Liberal Studies: Business & Entrepreneurship
Location: AU Santa Barbara
Credits for Degree: 180 quarter credits
Standard Mode of Instruction: Flexible
Standard time to completion: 36 months

*Actual time to completion ranges from 9 to 36 months, depending on the number of transfer credits.

General Degree Requirements

All Antioch University undergraduates must meet general education requirements in the areas of Liberal Arts (called Domains of Knowledge), Academic Writing, and Mission-core classes. See the Undergraduate Studies: General Degree Requirements page for an explanation of undergraduate general education requirements.

BA in Liberal Studies, Business & Entrepreneurship - General Overview

Whether you are preparing for entrepreneurship or looking to rise as a leader within an existing organization, AUSB’s Business and Entrepreneurship concentration provides students with the broad knowledge they need to tackle diverse and complex issues within the business world. Pursue successful leadership careers in a variety of professional settings, and be at the forefront of socially just and ethical practices. Put your own ideas into action and launch the businesses endeavor you’ve always dreamed of.

Students must complete a minimum of 40 units for a Major Area of Concentration, and a minimum of 20 units for a Minor Area of Concentration. The faculty recommends that at least one half of the units counted toward the concentration be upper division.

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Major-related Core Courses

Coursework in this concentration will explore topics in a social, ethical, political, and global context, paying particular attention to sustainable practices and global stewardship.

Electives

In addition to the core courses listed above, an array of elective courses is offered each quarter. A representative sampling of elective course offerings includes:

Internships

AUSB has established relationships with numerous organizations in the Santa Barbara area. Students have the option of completing up to 6 internship units to fulfill their Community-Based Learning requirement, and more than 6 units if desired. These placements enable students to gain firsthand experience and to connect classroom learning with practical applications in the field.