BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
DIPLOMA

Mature student status (19 years of age or older).
Non-native English speakers require proof of score of 60% on ULI ESL testing (or equivalent from other standardized testing mechanisms). Domestic students require minimum score of 7 on Wonderlic Aptitude test and pass an interview with the ULI admissions department. International students need to pass an interview with ULI admissions department. May be required to take ULI ESL program to bring English to the prerequisite level of acceptance.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Business Administration Diploma, the graduate will be able to:

Explain fundamental business functions and their interactions within the business environment.
Utilize essential theories and strategies to achieve successful business results.
Describe the interconnected global market and its influence on businesses today.
Use critical thinking to propose suitable business solutions for various situations.
Demonstrate strong communication skills in a business setting.
Integrate business knowledge into practical, real-world applications.
Implement key organizational best practices, including ethical, socially responsible, and diversity-focused approaches.

General Skills Courses

College Composition (120 hours)
Public Speaking (120 hours)
Calculus I (160 hours)
Human Biology (120 hours)
Microeconomics (120 hours)
Human Geography (120 hours)
Western Art History (120 hours)
Community Health and Safety (80 hours)

TOTAL: 960 hours

Business Diploma Courses

Introduction to Financial Accounting (120 hours)
Principles of Business (120 hours)
Introduction to Managerial Accounting (120 hours)
Business Law 1 (120 hours)
Co-op Education (120 hours)

TOTAL: 600 hours

Business Administration

Concentration Courses

Principles of Business Logistics (120 hours)
Principles of Marketing (120 hours)
Fundamentals of Business Computing (120 hours)
Organizational Behavior (120 hours)
Professional Sales (120 hours)
Creative Problem Solving (120 hours)
Technical Writing (120 hours)
Computer Programing 1 (120 hours)

TOTAL: 960 hours

Total Hours: 2520 hours

Career Occupations

1. Business Analyst – Evaluates business processes, identifies areas for improvement, and recommends data-driven solutions.
2. Marketing Specialist – Develops and implements marketing strategies to promote products and services effectively.
3. Human Resources Manager – Oversees recruitment, employee relations, and workplace diversity initiatives.
4. Operations Manager – Manages daily business operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
5. Financial Analyst – Assesses financial data to help businesses make informed investment and budgeting decisions.
6. Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner – Starts and manages a business using best practices and strategic planning.
7. Supply Chain Manager – Coordinates logistics, procurement, and distribution in the global business environment.

Courses may be modified or substituted as required to facilitate success in standardized testing or changes in standardized requirements. Alternate courses may be chosen to replace exempted course requirements based on experience and/or testing results. There is voluntary additional support available with the instructor at $50/hour. Course delivery subject to enrollment and may be altered.