Best 55 Business Management Schools and Colleges in the U.S.

Business administration and management means more than mere textbook work for University of Redlands' students. They undertake large field research projects in either government agencies or the industry of their choosing. They even work in international environments while working with professors who have real-world expertise to share. After graduation, students can choose additional education in the Online MBA program which they can complete in as few as 18 months.

This Ivy League institution sits at the top of the list for a reason. Its Tuck School of Business includes an array of diverse and cutting-edge programs that students can use to launch terrific careers in business. Whether they focus on entrepreneurship, healthcare, government, or any one of a number of other possibilities, students will emerge with a focused expertise that will launch them into an MBA program, or a position with a top firm.

The Midwest is home to many terrific business programs, but the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology is at the head of the pack. Located in St. Louis, MO, students will have many opportunities to complete internships in local businesses. Chicago is also not too far, for those who wish to take a long-term, full-time internship. Webster's management program includes several concentrations so students can pursue the specialty area that suits them best.

Also known as their Global Campus, students can enroll in this online university and pursue a degree in business and management. The flexibility of the online platform can enable students to integrate their work with a full-time job or an entrepreneurial venture. The Global Campus even offers master's and doctoral level programs. Both graduate and undergraduate certificates are available, as well.

Students who seek a career in business can pick their career path at IWU. Alumni have gone on to stellar careers as business managers, operations managers, educational administrators, and more. Students are also able to combine a major in business with a number of minors including political science, social work, sports management, or even coursework in the humanities. Since each faculty member claims at least 10 years of real-world experience in their academic specialty, students will be enriched far beyond what other, textbook-only programs can offer.

TTU's Rawls School of Business leads the pack and paves the way for Texas students to excel in the field of business and management. Undergraduate students can choose from a wide range of majors, including, but not limited to accounting, management, marketing, and supply chain management. Rawls also offers undergraduate students the option of accelerated programs that result in master's degrees in finance, accounting, or business administration (MBA). They also offer dual-degree programs at the undergraduate level.

Distance learners can pursue one of the top business administration programs in the nation through AIU's online degree program. The program offers a full range of business courses that students can apply to their current or future careers. In fact, the flexibility of online learning allows students to work or to pursue internships wherever they like. Imagine taking a laptop to Europe to simultaneously complete an internship and international business coursework.

Students at Lasell university have a wide range of curriculum to choose from when it comes to a business education. Students can major in business management, entrepreneurship, international business, resort/casino management, or sports management, among many other options. Lasell also supports 10+ fantastic degree opportunities for graduate students, including many options under the heading of sports management. In fact, Lasell's partnership with Major League Lacrosse offers students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to help build an exciting new sports league.

When students enter Saint Mary's School of Economics and Business Administration, they will find a wide array of curriculum choices that will help them form a foundation for business success. Students can start with an undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration, or economics. With such a firm grounding in business practices and principles, they can move on to a graduate or doctoral degree.

The School of Business at Edgewood goes above and beyond to deliver stellar curriculum from top faculty in the field of business. That's why they made the top 15 best business management programs. With undergraduate, graduate, evening, and online options, there is something for every budding business professional. In fact, once students enter the working world, they can return into Edgewood's virtual space to complete one of four advanced business degrees.

Both graduate and undergraduate students will find a home at Pacific U. Pacific's undergraduate business degree program includes specializations in management, marketing, accounting, finance, and international business. Students who have loads of time and motivation are also encouraged to apply to the accelerated, three-year business degree track. Once in the working world, alumni can return for weekend classes and wrap up their MBA in a mere 15 months.

The Richard J. Wehle School of Business is acclaimed both on the national and regional stages for its undergraduate and graduate business degree programs. In fact, students in Western New York are hard-pressed to find a better program. Upon graduation, students not only have built a storehouse of skill and knowledge, but they walk the stage with a network of future business leaders. Undergraduate students can focus on management and participate in a number of national organizations. Internships are also encouraged and fully supported by the school's faculty and staff.

Business majors at Bentley are faced with one primary difficulty – what degree to pursue. The Business faculty at Bentley spans the full spectrum of business opportunities. In fact, those who choose the top-notch management track still need to choose whether to choose a concentration in entrepreneurship, global management, human resource management, leadership, or supply chain and operations management. If that weren't enough, there are 11 other business tracks for undergraduates to select from.

The Woodbury School of Business is an esteemed part of Utah Valley University. Undergraduate students can get a start with one of five associates degrees, 6 certificate programs, or a whopping 20 bachelor's degree programs. Management students can pick a general degree, a hospitality management focus, or to specialize in international business. Graduate students can likewise choose one of three degrees. Their MBA program then offers five concentration areas including management, marketing, and finance.

Students who want to launch a stellar career in business are encouraged to attend Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business. Their Bachelor of Business Administration program provides six undergraduate degrees including management consulting, business technology, and marketing. To round out their education, undergraduate students can pick one of four minor concentrations. Graduate students have multiple options for their MBA or MS degree, including three options on Notre Dame's Chicago campus.

While the business program at Nichols is called a general business program, students are encouraged to hone and focus their skills with internships and other experiential learning opportunities. There are also 11 concentrations to choose from. Given Nichols' proximity to Boston, New York, Providence, and Hartford, there are countless possibilities for real-world experience. Previous students have landed internships at Target, Enterprise, Rent-a-Car, and Hudson RPM Distributors, among others. There is even a support system within the alumni network that helps seniors with their resumes.

Business students who want a top specialization on their resume at graduation will appreciate Bethel's offerings. Business management students can choose to concentrate in one of three areas: global business, management, or senior care leadership and administration. Bethel also offers accounting and finance degrees for those who wish to round out their education with relevant electives or a minor concentration. MBA students at Bethel have eight focus areas to choose from including management, healthcare administration, and supply chain management, among other hot business areas.

Austin's S. Edward's University is home to the Bill Munday School of Business, one of Texas' top programs for budding professionals. Munday students can choose between eleven total of business majors including management, accounting, accounting information technology, business administration, digital marketing, economics, entrepreneurship, and more. Considering that Austin is one of the fastest growing metro areas, with a burgeoning tech sector, business students are sure to find ample opportunities for internships.

Norwich's School of Business is designed to prepare students for today's competitive, diversified, and always challenging business environments. Students can complete a degree in business management but may also take electives or a minor concentration in accounting or international business. Since Norwich's business program has been certified by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, students are sure to find that their degrees have high value.

When students are admitted to the Archie W. Dunham College of Business, they join a privileged cadre of students who will become lifelong colleagues. Undergraduate students can choose between five degree programs, including management. In fact, the management degree can be completed on campus or 100% online. When it comes time for graduate school, professionals can choose between an online or residential MBA or one of two MS programs.

While many undergraduate business programs provide a general education, Keene State prepares its students with specializations that are in demand. Students can choose between business management, entrepreneurship, human resource management, or marketing, among others. Upon graduation, Keene's alumni have risen to success as franchise owners, entrepreneurs, product managers, and human resources professionals, among many other careers. Students also have many options for business-focused minor concentrations.

No matter what academic level a student desires, National Louis University can satisfy their needs. Undergraduate students can choose from multiple online and campus business degree options including management, administration, and communications. Graduate students can become masters of their fields with an MBA in entrepreneurship, non-profit organizations, or human resources management. At the doctoral level, NLU offers students the opportunity to focus on higher education leadership.

Business students these days need to be prepared for the veritable deluge of data that drives marketing, branding, and a myriad of business decisions. UNI is on point with a curriculum that understands how big data impacts today's businessperson. Students can focus their studies on one of many management fields, accounting, finance, economics, or entrepreneurship, among many others. After graduating with a bachelor's degree, students will find multiple campuses throughout Iowa that offer an MBA, if they don't opt for a master’s in accounting.

Massachusetts' Salem State has an infamous name, but a famous business degree program. Business students at Salem State can focus on the specific areas in business that intrigue them the most. Whether they wish to complete a degree in management, marketing, entrepreneurship, or finance and accounting, students will soon rise to the top of their business community.

Students who want to launch a career in Manhattan should check out Wagner's Nicolais School of Business for excellent training in business management. With a campus located on Staten Island, students can easily access Lower Manhattan via the Staten Island Ferry and then pursue internships or part-time jobs with the firms that turn the wheels of national and international commerce. Undergraduate concentrations include management, accounting, finance, and marketing.

For years, the Mike Ilitch School of Business has prepared Wayne State students for excellence in the business world. With degrees available in management, accounting, finance, and global supply chain management, among others, and fresh graduates hit the ground running. Graduate students also find great success through The Ilitch School. Whether they pursue a general MBA or a joint JD/MBA, they are prepared to dominate the Midwest's business world.

Students in Park's Business department can choose one of three options: a 4+1 degree in business administration that includes the first year of an MBA, a certificate in business analytics, or a BS in Business Economics. When students complete the 4+1 program and graduate with one year of graduate school under their belt, they must still apply to Park's MBA program. Note that admission standards to the 4+1 program are quite rigorous. Park only admits students for graduate work if they have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

The Eastern Michigan School of Business offers a dizzying selection of degree programs. Students can also elect to complete a graduate or undergraduate certificate in many hot areas, such as E-Business. EMU's BBA program in Management is enhanced by the opportunity to join clubs or to pursue internships. The in-class coursework is likewise comprehensive with electives available in areas such as: international management, managerial communication, entrepreneurship, and human resource management.

Students at Wilmington can choose one of four general tracks: finance, banking, marketing, and management. Those who opt for management enter a comprehensive program that will prepare them for success with courses such as business law, corporate finance, public speaking, and entrepreneurship, among others. To keep students on track for a timely graduation, Wilmington helps them with an 8-semester plan. Upon graduation, Wilmington alumni have gone on to become business leaders in Ohio and across the nation.

Students who graduate with a BBA in Management from Texas Women's University will be positioned to lead businesses in Texas, or wherever they choose. In fact, the business school is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a national accrediting body that only certifies the very best business programs. Since TWU is a Woman's University, students are free to excel in ways that can't be matched by co-ed programs.

Silberman College of Business' Bachelor of Science in Business Management is top-ranked for very good reasons. Not only is it accredited by AACSB International, a top accrediting agency, but it offers an education that helps develop not only the analytical and cognitive skills needed to manage, but it fosters the sort of personal growth that will make a difference not only in an interview, but over the long haul.

Though BYU is so intimately associated with Salt Lake City area, they also have a campus in Rexburg, Idaho. Their College of Business and Communication supports majors in communication, economics, finance, management, and marketing. The school offers both two-year associate degrees as well as bachelor of science degrees in business management or applied management. With a minor or double-major in one of the other fields, students can round out their education and be fully prepared for today's contemporary business climate.

Whether a graduate student or entering as a first-year undergraduate fresh from high school, the Florida Institute of Technology's Nathan M. Bisk College of Business has a business degree for anyone looking for a career-boosting challenge. In fact, alumni have been recruited by top firms including Merrill Lynch, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, and Northrop Grumman. After students complete FIT's practicum program, they are ready for nearly anything today's challenging business environment has to offer.

Business students at this esteemed school now have the option of pursuing their degrees online or in a traditional campus setting. Students who aspire to the online bachelor of business administration must apply with a transcript that reflects 42 credit hours with a GPA of at least 2.0. The online MBA is a bit more selective in its admission standards and it provides not only an outstanding general business administration degree, but students can choose from five concentration areas.

Online and on-campus students alike love Berkeley College's business education. Though Berkeley offers six total campuses to choose from, the online option does not require a long commute and the professors are still brilliant, and a click away. In fact, the school has top credentials as it is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Furthermore, Berkeley offers an integrated BBA-to-MBA program that will graduate incoming, first-year undergraduate students with an MBA in a mere four years.

With three undergraduate degrees and an MBA program, Thomas More is a first-rate choice for any aspiring business leader. In fact, the business college recently created a 4+1 program that allows undergraduate student to integrate MBA coursework into their curriculum so that they leave campus with an advanced degree. Thrifty students will note that, under this program, students only need to finance one year of graduate school, which falls under separate rules for federal student loans. To qualify for the program, students must have a minimum 3.25 GPA at the completion of their second year of college.

The Sigmund Weis School of Business at Susquehanna University is on this list for very good reasons. They are accredited by the AACSB, which is rare for an undergraduate-only program. They offer students the opportunity to present their ideas to real-world executives starting in the very first semester and 98% of graduates are placed in top jobs or MBA programs within six months of graduation. Lastly, all undergraduate students are guaranteed an international internship.

Graduate and undergraduate students alike love Martin Methodist College's Johnston School of Business for its fantastic business education. Undergraduate students find an affordable, yet thorough, education that offers a management track in addition to its accounting and MIS offerings. Graduates of this esteemed program have gone on to become top entrepreneurial leaders as well as achieving top positions with Fortune 500 companies, among many other accomplishments.

The LaPenta School of Business on the Iona campus delivers a high caliber of education that has launched numerous successful business careers. Its undergraduate programs include degrees in accounting, finance, management and administration, information systems, and marketing. Graduate students can choose between finance and public accounting. The MBA program also provides advanced certificates in risk management, entrepreneurship, and healthcare management.

Texas is a terrific state for business and Angelo State's Norris-Vincent College of Business produces top leaders every year. Their Bachelor of Business Administration program offers a comprehensive array of degree programs that includes, but is not limited to accounting, economics, management, marketing, and management information systems (MIS). Once a student completes their BBA, they can apply for a Master of Professional Accounting or an MBA.

Students of business management will appreciate that Westfield State offers an online option for those who need more flexibility. Students also love the wide range of options for their degrees. The Economics & Business Management Department offers concentrations in finance, accounting, marketing, and economics, among others. In fact, Westfield is rather unique in that it combines economics with several other disciplines to create fantastic major/minor or double major opportunities.

Students at Albert Magnus who desire a career of business success can enter the Tagliatela School of Business and Leadership. There are a wide range of degree options and students can complete a foundational associate degree, bachelor's degree, minor concentration, or a master's degree all on the same campus. In fact, business management students can complete degrees at all of those levels. The school also supports bachelor's degrees in cybersecurity, computer information systems, accounting, and sports management, among others.

The business program at Grove City College offers a solid grounding in business principles with a strong Christian focus. Their ACBSP-accredited curriculum is designed to nurture students as they pursue a degree in management & marketing, entrepreneurship, or accounting & finance among other options. In fact, Grove City College offers students 8 fantastic options for their bachelor's degree. To help facilitate education for its busy students, the business program offers many online courses.

California has a diverse and powerful economy that is a large part of our success as a nation. Business students from Concordia University-Irvine are prepared to take leadership positions in this dynamic economy. Including management and healthcare management, students can choose from seven specialty areas. Management students can even opt for electives in other areas, if not a minor or double major.

The department of Business Administration & Economics at Simpson has launched innumerable success stories from its twelve areas of specialty. Simpson's Business Management students start off their careers with a four-year plan for success that serves as a roadmap. Though students sometimes take side trips, they all reach the graduation stage full of knowledge and skills. Simpson management students complete a senior capstone project that will prove to employers that they are more than workers; they are leaders.

Located in bucolic Malibu, California; Pepperdine is in one of the most beautiful areas. However, the perfect weather does not imply an easy business management degree. To the contrary, the Graziadio Business School had been accredited by the AACSB, meaning that they hold high standards for every course, faculty member, and student. Though primarily a graduate school, the school provides undergraduates a Bachelor of Science in Management. The Graziadio business school offers online programs, joint degrees, and certificate programs to round out its offerings.

Excellence defines Baker University's business program. In fact, it has been certified by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Students in this esteemed university can choose between five core business majors: business, accounting, economics, international business, and sports administration. To round out every degree, students are encouraged to take advantage of Baker's relationship with top regional and national firms who appreciate their students' commitment to excellence.

The list is rounded off with a business program that has been Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). This credential is highly sought and valued by top firms and MBA programs alike. Management students at Taylor find a curriculum that is informed by Christian beliefs that results in a student body that embodies the servant-leadership role. Taylor's Business Management program offers two four-year degree options and a minor.

Located on the edge of Montgomery, Alabama, Faulkner University offers degrees of all levels to their students. The school is small, with only just over 3,000 students enrolled, but they have plenty of options both in their educational options and their entertainment options if they decide to enjoy the town. Students can find majors within 18 broad categories including biological sciences, business and management, computer sciences, education, health professions, criminal justice and law, psychology and social sciences, and more.

Skidmore College is a small school with a welcoming, tree-filled campus on the outskirts of Saratoga Springs, New York. Their 2,600+ students earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees in their time at school and over 90% of them return year after year. The student-to-faculty ratio is excellent at 8 to 1, meaning you’ll have plenty of time with your professors if you’re having issues in your education, computer information, conservation, mathematics, psychology, or performing arts major courses. And on the weekends, you could take a trip down to nearby Saratoga Lake or enjoy the town.

While MMU is a small school - only just over 1,800 students enrolled in a recent year - it is nicely situated in the middle of a midsize city, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The school also offers the whole package when it comes to degrees. You can earn your bachelor’s and get right to work, or you can go on to earn your master’s and even a doctorate. Class sizes are likely going to be a bit large while you take your gen. ed. courses since the student-to-teacher ratio is 15 to 1, but they’ll likely get smaller as you get into your major. And you’ll have 71 majors to choose from, with the largest departments being education and health professions.

Murray State has a compact campus in a remote town called Murray, Kentucky. Despite the general lack of night life and food and shopping options, there’s a lot to like about what the university has to offer. They provide associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees. They offer majors in 27 departments, the largest number of majors available are in education, engineering, health professions, communication and journalism, and business and management. And the student population isn’t huge but isn’t tiny either, with around 9,500 students enrolled in a recent year.

The university’s campus feels like its own little world for its nearly 7,000 students despite being located in a large suburb of West Haven, Connecticut. This provides students the best of both worlds, allowing them to experience the college life while still giving them an outlet into the “real world” if they want to leave campus for fun or work. You can earn any level of award, from 1-2 year certificates to doctorate degrees. And don’t worry if you don’t know what you want to major in, with over 100 options, this is a great place to figure it out.

While the Dominguez Hills campus of California State University is technically located in a small city called Carson, the reality is that, being only 20 minutes away from Los Angeles, it’s mostly been absorbed into the expanding urban sprawl. This is great news for students who are interested in spending their down time exploring the city, dining at great restaurants, or enjoying the night life - as long as it doesn’t affect your studies. The school’s nearly 18,000 students may have to deal with larger class sizes with the student-to-faculty ratio at 26 to 1, but they will also have access to bachelor’s and master’s degrees in 60+ majors in 23 departments.

The University of Baltimore is definitely an urban college experience. With its huge, beautiful buildings right next to the freeway, no one is going to forget they are in the middle of Baltimore, Maryland while they are attending school here. Luckily, that means that the 4,400+ students can enjoy a cup of coffee from a nearby café before they head to their classes, as long as there isn’t a line. Those classes should be relatively small since the student-to-faculty ratio is a decent 12 to 1. And they’ll get smaller as you get into your major courses. Even if you don’t know what you want to major in now, you’ll have 60+ options in 20 departments to choose from once you get through your first year or two.