Academic Programs
Business Administration – Accelerated 3+1 BSBA + MBA Program
Overview
91ɬ University’s Accelerated 3+1 BSBA + MBA Program allows students to earn both the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and the Master of Business Administration in an accelerated pathway. Rather than completing the bachelor’s degree first and then starting the MBA, students move through an integrated plan of study that combines undergraduate and graduate coursework. As part of the program, approved graduate courses count toward undergraduate requirements, allowing students to begin graduate-level work during the junior and senior years while completing the BSBA.
This approach helps students build a strong foundation in business while also developing advanced skills in leadership, analysis, decision-making, organizational behavior, project management, and related areas. The result is a streamlined path that prepares graduates for leadership in today’s business environment.
Accelerated 3+1 BSBA + MBA Degree Opportunities
Students begin with the full Business Administration core and then select a BSBA concentration based on their goals. Concentration options listed in the catalog include:
- On-Campus Concentrations
Accounting
Cybersecurity
Information Technology
Leadership
Management
Marketing
Sport Management - Online Concentrations
Accounting
Leadership
Management
Marketing
Cybersecurity
Information Technology
The graduate portion of the program includes the complete MBA curriculum. Several MBA courses substitute for upper-level undergraduate requirements, allowing students to begin advanced coursework while completing the BSBA. This combination prepares graduates to contribute and lead in corporate, nonprofit, community, hospital, and small business environments.
Flexible Learning Options: Online or On-Campus
Undergraduate coursework may be completed online or on campus depending on the student’s chosen concentration. MBA coursework follows the modality and scheduling of the graduate program. Students work closely with advisors to determine their individualized completion plan.
Real-World Preparation from Day One
The program blends foundational business education with advanced graduate study. Students learn core business concepts in management, finance, marketing, communication, accounting, and information systems. During the MBA year, students complete courses such as project management, data analytics, human resources management, organizational behavior and change management, and legal and ethical decision making.
This combination equips graduates to interpret information, solve problems, communicate effectively, lead organizations, and apply ethical principles across diverse business settings.
Faith-Based Leadership
Christian principles are integrated throughout the program, helping students develop integrity, stewardship, and ethical decision-making as they step into leadership roles.
Quick Program Details
Next Start On-Campus: January 2027
Time to Complete: 4 years
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
Other Available Concentrations
Accounting
Equips students with the technical expertise, ethical foundation, and real-world business insight needed to thrive in today’s financial landscape. Whether you study on-campus or online, you’ll gain a comprehensive business education paired with an advanced accounting specialization designed to launch your professional career.
Cybersecurity
Focused on the ever-evolving digital landscape, this concentration equips students with essential skills in protecting information systems and networks. Coursework covers areas like network security, ethical hacking, and digital forensics, preparing graduates for roles in cybersecurity analysis, system security management, or IT consulting.
Information Technology
This concentration emphasizes the practical and theoretical aspects of IT, including system administration, database management, and software development. Students will gain hands-on experience in implementing technology solutions, preparing them for diverse IT roles in business, government, or nonprofit sectors.
Management
Offering a broad understanding of organizational leadership and strategic decision-making, this concentration prepares students for managerial roles. It covers key areas such as human resources, project management, and business ethics, ideal for careers in corporate management, entrepreneurship, or consultancy.
Sport Management
Tailored for those interested in the business side of sports, this concentration blends principles of management, marketing, and finance in a sports context. Students will explore topics like sports marketing, event management, and facility operations, preparing them for roles in sports agencies, athletic administration, or event coordination.
Leadership
This degree is designed for students who want to do more than manage — they want to inspire. This program equips you with the strategic thinking, communication skills, and ethical foundation needed to lead teams, organizations, and communities with clarity and purpose. Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or preparing to advance your career, you’ll gain the tools to navigate change, motivate others, and make decisions that matter.
Marketing
This program blends business fundamentals with hands-on marketing strategy — preparing you to connect products, services, and ideas with the audiences who need them most. Whether your passion is digital marketing, advertising, or brand development, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, ever-evolving industry.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the accelerated BSBA + MBA pathway are prepared for roles such as:
- Business Analyst
- Project Manager
- Operations Manager
- Human Resources Specialist
- Financial Analyst
- Marketing Associate
- IT or Cybersecurity Specialist
- Organizational Leader
- Small Business or Nonprofit Administrator
Many students also continue their professional development through 91ɬ University’s MBA curriculum, completed in the final year of the program.
Courses & Competencies
Bachelors and Masters
Total Credits: 120
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
General Education Requirements
Introduction to the Writing Process
Fundamentals of Speech
Biblical Perspectives
Developing the Christian Mind
Math or Science*
Fine Arts or Humanities*
Social or Behavioral Science*
Degree Requirements (BA or BS / BSN)*
Personal Wellness
ESS Activity Course*
Career Pathways I and II
Career Pathways III and IV
Career Pathways V and VI
*Options vary. Online course availability may differ.
Core Business Requirements
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Accounting I
Managerial Accounting
Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing
Legal Environment of Business
Business Communication
Business Finance
Business Policy and Strategy
MBA Curriculum Substitutions (Catalog List)
Project Management
Data Analytics
Human Resources Management
Organizational Behavior and Change Management
Legal and Ethical Decision Making
Electives
Elective requirements for this program are detailed in the undergraduate catalog.