Bachelor of Science in Business

Format: Online Request Info
Application Deadlines
  • Fall 2026 Priority Deadline: April 7, 2026
  • Fall 2026 Regular Deadline: June 16, 2026
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The BS in Business degree online program provides students with a fundamental background in business functions and principles that can be used to build or advance their careers. Through the examination of case studies, global business models, and analytical tools, students gain a strong understanding of where they would make the greatest impacts within an organization. Additionally, the attention devoted to ethical decision-making, corporate responsibility, and team collaboration helps students develop the practical managerial skills needed to thrive in a range of business areas.

Students of the BS in Business degree:

  • Build the skills to start their own businesses through the one-year entrepreneurship sequence
  • Customize the program based on their interests and career goals through the choice of electives
  • Survey niche topics such as sustainability and green business, international trade, investments, and e-commerce
  • Solve challenging issues involving the exchange of goods and services, management of personnel, and socially responsible use of resources
  • Work with dedicated and supportive faculty that have extensive expertise and a commitment to student success

The BS in Business program includes core and elective courses such as Finance, Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Management, Human Resources, and Entrepreneurship.

General education courses complement this specialized study and emphasize critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, effective communication, and the exploration of the foundations of knowledge and culture.

Career Prospects

The BS in Business degree can be used as a springboard for job advancement or career change as a media planner, operations analyst, sales manager, business consultant, communications specialist, economist, business owner, portfolio analyst, patient care associate, guest services manager, recruiter, supply chain manager, marketing or event coordinator, or statistician. 

Scholarship Opportunities

Articulation Agreements

Articulation agreements are formal agreements between CUNY School of Professional Studies, (CUNY SPS) and two-year colleges and universities, allowing students to transfer the maximum number of credits with ease to our BS in Business program from institutions with which we have an established transfer process in place.

Admissions Criteria

Applicants must possess at least 24 transferrable credits from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants need to demonstrate basic proficiency in reading, writing, and math.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall 2026 Priority Deadline: April 7, 2026
  • Fall 2026 Regular Deadline: June 16, 2026
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Student/Alumni Profiles

Lynne Alba

MS in Business Management and Leadership; BS in Business 2023 and 2017

Jhenise Cochran

BS in Business 2022

"My experience at CUNY SPS played a significant role in preparing me for the challenges of writing and publishing Becoming an Effective Leader. My passion for continuous learning will remain central to my journey, and I look forward to furthering my education while helping others do the same."

Amoni Brown

Bachelor of Science in Business

"I believe my degree will serve as a stepping-stone for more learning opportunities. My journey in the business program will offer me experiences, networks, and knowledge that will position me to compete in today’s world."

Samia Jawab

BS in Business 2010

"CUNY SPS taught me everything I need to be self-employed and run my own business."

Recent news about Bachelor of Science in Business

Ellie Melamed Founds Rare Illness Support Nonprofit

December 30, 2025

Long Island Press

Ellie Melamed (BS Business '25), a recent graduate of the CUNY School of Professional Studies, launched a nonprofit called Unveiling Unicorns for people with rare, chronic illnesses. As described in this profile published by Long Island Press, Melamed herself has health issues and has received 179 diagnoses. The non-profit organization aims to provide support through resource distribution and advocacy, with the goal of raising awareness about rare chronic illnesses.
CUNY SPS Dean Braverman with Award-Winning Professor Curtis Izen

2025 Adjunct Faculty Teaching Prize Awarded to Business and Philosophy Professors

December 26, 2025

Dr. Michael FitzGerald and Professor Curtis Izen were honored for their creative and innovative teaching practices in a ceremony held on the CUNY SPS campus.
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Students and Alums Celebrate the Spirit of Giving at CUNYTuesday Event

December 17, 2025

Students and alumni from CUNY SPS gathered to celebrate #CUNYTuesday at a festive event featuring many fun activities organized and sponsored by the Alumni Engagement Council.
CUNY SPS student working on their laptop outside in a park

Undergraduate Business Programs To Be Offered As Zero Textbook Cost, Providing Students With Substantial Savings

October 24, 2025

Starting in Winter Session 2026, CUNY SPS will add the BS in Business and the BPS in Applied Management and Entrepreneurship programs to the growing list of degree programs offering student savings through textbook-free curriculum, called "Z Degrees."

Stand Out 50 Leaders for 2025

October 21, 2025

Future of Field Service

Dr. Haroon Abbu, Adjunct Assistant Professor and Academic Community Leader within the Online Business Programs at CUNY SPS, has been recognized as one of the Stand Out 50 Leaders for 2025 by the media platform Future of Field Service. The award by Future of Field Service celebrates those driving meaningful impact through innovation, authentic leadership, and service excellence.