The concept of business administration encompasses all aspects of owning and operating a business. This includes everything from business management to marketing of the goods and services being offered. Universities and colleges offer bachelor’s degrees in business administration and many also offer masters degrees and PHDs. These are certainly helpful, particularly if someone is planning to try and find work with a large corporation, but not absolutely necessary for those individuals starting a small business on their own.

What is business administration?

The study of business administration focuses on developing analytical, decision-making and problem solving skills.  It also looks at communication skills and styles as well as interpersonal skills.  Business Administration develops an appreciation for how businesses plan strategically, the role of leadership, and management of people, resources and information.

What degree do I study for business administration?

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree is designed to meet the demands of employers by developing students' leadership skills, their ability to think strategically, and to effectively manage organisational resources.  The BBA also aims to produce graduates with good people management skills.

The BBA structure has a certain amount of flexibility and it allows you to fit in one of the majors from the Commerce degree such as accounting, finance, marketing, international business or corporate sustainability.

Is there professional body accreditation?

Professional body accreditation is not required for practising in the profession. 

What careers are there in business administration?

The BBA is designed to produce ‘all-rounders’.  Graduates will have technical knowledge combined with leadership and people management skills.  The range of careers that we expect our BBA graduates to achieve include:

• Management Consultant
• Business Development Manager
• Human Resource Manager
• Marketing Manager
• Corporate Services
• Business Operations
• Public Administration

Do I have the right personal attributes?

Professionals working in Business Administration need to have:

• good people skills
• analytical skills
• high standard of oral and written communication
• logical and lateral problem solving
• ability to think critically and strategically