Undergraduate Degree(s):

Graduate Degree(s):

The Department of Business Administration offers courses in Business Administration (BADM) and the following functional business disciplines: Management (MGMT), Management Information Systems (MIS), Management Science (MGSC), and Marketing (MKTG) at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

Two minors are offered in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship at the undergraduate level. Also, one concentration is offered in Human Resource Management in the Management major. Members of the Department are located on the third floor of the Jesse H. Jones School of Business building in Suites 315 and 340.

Students interested in the graduate degree programs should refer to the Graduate School Bulletin of Texas Southern University for details.

The mission of the Department of Business Administration is to prepare students for positions of leadership, trust, and responsibility in business, government, entrepreneurial, and community service organizations. The Department offers the foundation business courses (except Accounting, Business Law, and Finance) and provides the curriculum of study for Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing majors.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Management, the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Management Information Systems, and the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Marketing are summarized in this section, including course requirements (and their sequencing) and credits needed for graduation. In pursuing a degree in Management, Management Information Systems or Marketing, a total of 120 semester credit hours are required. Students are not required to declare a minor in another academic discipline.  Students seeking a major in Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing or a minor in Business Administration or Entrepreneurship must first gain admission to the Department of Business Administration through the procedures outlined below.

Students wishing to pursue a major in Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing or a minor in Business Administration or Entrepreneurship should indicate their preference on the application for admission to the University. Students who seek to change their major to Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing must petition for admission to the Department of Business Administration. The appropriate forms are available in the Office of Business Student Services in the Jesse H. Jones School of Business building in Suite 117. Students must also meet prerequisite(s) for courses required as described in the course descriptions section. Transfer students must meet all admission requirements of the University, be in good standing at former institution(s) of attendance, and have met TSI and or equivalent requirements to be considered for admission to the Department. Grades below “C” in business courses will not be accepted for transfer credit. Students applying for admission, who are not transfer students, are also responsible for verifying their TSI or equivalent status with the University's TSI Testing Coordinator. Transcripts of all college work must be forwarded to or presented to the Office of Admissions where they will be routed to Business Student Services. Once admitted to the Department of Business Administration, students are required to seek advisement through the Office of Business Student Services and to keep that office apprised of changes in address and telephone number.

For students majoring in other academic disciplines who wish to pursue a minor in Business Administration or Entrepreneurship, twenty-one (21) semester credit hours are required. See degree program schedule of courses in this section of the catalog. Students are cautioned that grades of “C-” are not accepted for the twenty-one (21) semester credit hours referenced.

Graduation requirements include the following:

1. grades of “C” or better in the major courses (grades of “C-” are not accepted);
2. no more than two grades below “C-” in Business Core courses;
3. an overall GPA of 2.00 or better; and
4. an overall GPA of 2.50 or better in the major courses.

Students should read all general policies and information related to the Jesse H. Jones School of Business prior to acceptance into this instructional unit as a major or degree seeker.

In summary, interested students must do the following:

1. gain admission to the University;
2. fulfill prerequisite requirements for a major in Management, Management Information Systems or Marketing, or a minor in Business Administration or Entrepreneurship;
3. satisfy TSI requirements or equivalent with the University's TSI Testing Coordinator; and
4. apply for admission to the Department as either a major or minor. 

Once admission has been obtained, students must seek advisement from the Office of Business Student Services before attempting to complete degree requirements.  Questions may be directed to the Department Office at (713) 313-7309 or (713) 313-7590.

Student Organizations

Marketing Club

The elite chapter of the American Marketing Association located on the campus of Texas Southern University is dedicated to promoting the awareness of marketing and its importance to the success of any business entity. We work toward developing the qualities of leadership and professionalism that drive academic excellence.

Goals:

1. Teach: We teach the importance of networking with our professional chapters to gain knowledge and reach them.
2. Success: Which is defined as our ability to attain goals we set each year, as well as, exceeding the initial goals.
3. This can only be achieved if we come together as ONE.
4. Unity: Unification will ensure that we deliver outstanding performance each year, and it will encourage our members to continue towards the success of our organization.
5. In lieu of FS 102, students may complete 12 hours of general electives rather than the required 11 hours.

Computer and Information Technology Student Organization

Purpose:

1. To be the governing body of the members primarily in the Management Information Systems and Computer Science departments at the Jesse H. Jones School of Business and The College of Science and Technology.
2. To provide a channel of communication between the students and professional leadership in technology focused positions.
3. To promote volunteerism and community awareness by establishing partnerships within the business community.
4. To coordinate and organize the annual Computer and Information Technology Week.

The Entrepreneurship Club

1. Our Purpose: To allow students with an entrepreneurial spirit to have a place to learn about entrepreneurship in a more personal and applied manner.
2. Our Mission: To give student entrepreneurs the necessary and appropriate tools for starting and running a successful business of their own.

Business Administration Courses

Entrepreneurship Courses

Management Courses

Management Information System Courses

Management Science Courses

Marketing Courses

Commercial Banking

Cyber Security

Entrepreneurship

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Investment

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