The B.B.A. program prepares graduates for professional business careers by developing their ability to:

• Comprehend the business environment and functions.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of data analytic tools in business situations.
• Employ ethical principles in business situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively on teams in organizational situations.

Degree Requirements

All B.B.A. candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all university requirements for a bachelor’s degree as found in the section Bachelor’s Degree Requirements  of this catalog.
2. Residency Requirements:

• At least 50% of coursework in business concentrations must be taken from A&M-Victoria.

   3. Capstone Course: 

• Complete MGMT 4309  Strategic Management during the fall or spring semester.
• This course cannot be transferred from another institution.
• Students must meet all prerequisites before enrolling. 

  4. Comprehensive Exam:

• Students in MGMT 4309 Strategic Management  must complete a comprehensive exam covering B.B.A. core content.
• The exam can be taken at the arranged testing sites or students will need to make suitable proctoring arrangements.

  5. B.B.A. Conference: 

• All B.B.A. students must participate in the B.B.A. Conference during the semester in which they enroll in MGMT 4309 . 
• The conference is held each fall and spring. Face-to-face attendance may be required.
• Students should check the schedule prior to registration to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Student Expectations

BBA students are expected to:

• Be familiar with the mission and values of the program and to comply with the expectations of them outlined in this catalog, their new student orientation, and their course syllabi.
• Maintain high standards of academic honesty and ethical behavior as outlined on course syllabi each semester.
• Track their progress on their degree programs and contact their advisors promptly to resolve questions about their enrollment.
• Verify that they have the appropriate prerequisites for their courses each semester.
• Apply for graduation by the published deadline for the semester in which they will complete degree requirements.
• Ensure that the College of Business has current contact information for them at all times.

Degree requirements are summarized below.