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California State University, Chico
College of Business

Business Administration BS Online

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  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Major

  • Delivery Type

    Online

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Gain the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in a variety of professional environments. Whether you want to crunch numbers or lead teams, our program covers the fundamentals of business, allowing you to see the big picture of organizations. You will develop skills in communication, teamwork, decision-making, critical thinking, data analysis, and more.

Our AACSB-accredited online program is also designed to advance your career on your own schedule, at an affordable price—without sacrificing the personal touch that has defined our distinguished College of Business for more than 50 years. Starting fall 2025, we will be one of only two fully online accounting programs available in the California State University system.

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A Rigorous Business Curriculum

In just 16 months, you can develop skills in various elements of business: operations, finance, marketing, management, and more. Your courses will cover everything from leadership to financial management to digital marketing.

Specializations and Options

Starting fall 2025, the College of Business will offer two pathways so you can customize your education to better align with your career goals.

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    General Business

    Gain a broad business education to have success in the global economy and be able to explore a variety of career options managing people, in sales and marketing, operations, and more.

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    Corporate Accounting

    You can enroll in this specialized path to pursue a range of accounting careers including, internal auditor, forensic accountant, budget analyst, and accounts receivable/payable clerks.

Student Today, Industry Leader Tomorrow

Whether you thrive in social settings or love diving into data, a business administration degree opens the door to a wealth of career opportunities. Our alumni have joined companies such as Cedar Sinai Hospital; Red, White and Blue Thrift Corporate, Google, Yelp, PepsiCo, E. & J. Gallo Winery, and the New York Mets.

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I’m so thankful to the [online business administration] program, because without it, finishing my degree remained out of reach. From my first conversation I felt welcome.
Helga Breyfogle (Business Administration, ’24)

Build Your Network

Meet your future co-founders, colleagues, and friends through our business-focused clubs.

  • Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization

    The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO) is designed to inspire, motivate and educate the entrepreneurs of Chico State in order to create more opportunities for success. Access resources and networking to help you launch your ideas by developing and executing new ventures.

  • Operation Supply Chain ManagementClub

    Learn with other students, create your own club, and participate in research in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management. You’ll gain real world experience in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management by connecting with alumni and large, prosperous employers. 

  • The Management Club

    Join a fun, enriching, and experiential environment promoting the development of positive professional and life competencies. The club's focus is to empower all students interested in management, human resource management, and leadership.

  • SAP Club

    Broaden your experience and prepare for the growing demand for SAP professionals. You’ll have the opportunity to network with classmates and work together to learn about SAP, the world’s most popular enterprise resource planning software.

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