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1. 2. 3. – Business Administration

1 Program. 2 Colleges. 3 Years.
The 1, 2, 3 Way to Your Business Administration, BA
Getting your business degree has never been more straightforward. This unique, streamlined partnership between Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) and Lindenwood University allows you to fast-track your education without sacrificing quality. Complete your foundational coursework at SWIC, transition seamlessly to Lindenwood, and graduate ready to lead in just three years. Whether you choose traditional classroom learning at our vibrant St. Charles campus or opt for the ultimate flexibility of our comprehensive online program, your path to success is as easy as 1, 2, 3.



Scholarship Benefits
SWIC graduates will be evaluated for an academic scholarship in several amounts, up to $11,000 annually for full-time traditional undergraduate students. They can also earn $1,000 per year if the student is a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Non-traditional students can earn $80 off per credit hour for Lindenwood evening and online undergraduate programs with completion of an associate degree. Qualifying students are also eligible to receive federal and state funds. Lindenwood scholarships are renewable for up to four years.
What Your Future Holds
High-quality business administration skills are in high demand across corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial sectors worldwide. This rapid pathway prepares you for immediate upward mobility in the workforce or serves as the perfect springboard into Lindenwood University糖心vlog视频檚 highly regarded Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.
Business Administration, BA
Emphasis Areas
- Accounting
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Business Law
- Economics
- Entrepreneurial Studies
- Finance
- Health Management
- Human Resource Management
- International Business
- Investments
- Management
- Marketing
- Sport Management
- Supply Chain Management
Contact Information
SWIC Admissions
[email protected]
(618) 235-2700
Lindenwood Admissions
[email protected]
(636) 949-4949
Suggested Degree Pathway
TERM ONE (SWIC)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| ENG 101 | 3 |
| Humanities OR Art Elective | 3 |
| MATH 112 | 4 |
| ECON 201 | 3 |
| BUS 101 | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
TERM TWO (SWIC)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| ENG 102 | 3 |
| GEN ED ART | 3 |
| ACCT 110 | 4 |
| ECON 202 | 3 |
| MGMT 214 | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
TERM THREE (SWIC)(SU)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| COMM 151 | 3 |
| ACCT 111 | 4 |
| Humanities Elective (Not LIT) | 3 |
| HIS 180, 181, OR 230 | 3 |
| Human Well Being Elective | 2 |
| Total | 15 |
TERM FOUR (SWIC)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| LIT 201, 202, OR 205 | 3 |
| SCIENCE with LAB Gen Ed | 4 |
| Behavior Science Elective | 3 |
| MATH 107 | 4 |
| MKT 126 | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
TERM FIVE (LU)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| MGMT 36000 | 3 |
| HRM 36510 OR MGMT 36050 | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| MRKT35010 | 3 |
| Discuss Emphasis with Advisor | |
| Total | 15 |
TERM SIX (LU)(SU)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| FIN 32000 | 3 |
| MGMT 24000 | 3 |
| MGMT 26061 | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
TERM SEVEN (LU)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| MGMT 36033 | 3 |
| MGMT 36043 | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
TERM EIGHT (LU)
| COURSE # | HRS |
|---|---|
| MGMT 46082 | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Business Elect/Emph Course | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
* Courses subject to availability via course schedule. Not all courses are offered all terms and path may need to be adjusted based on start date or pre-requisite(s).
** Three-year completion time frame is based on a continuous, 8-term sequence requiring enrollment in summer terms.