BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSC) IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 4+0, SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY, USA

Boost your career prospects with first-class business education across a variety of disciplines with the opportunity to concentrate on those you may pursue further.

• Enhance employability with internship placements and employer projects with the world’s leading companies.
• Join the 60% of graduates who get job offers before they graduate due to a current and industry-relevant curriculum.
• Get access to innovative programmes through our partnerships with renowned international universities.
• Undergo holistic training and education for real business scenarios.

Programme Structure

Programme can be completed in 4 Years.

General Education Core

• Applied Finite Mathematics
• Applied Statistics
• College Composition I
• Introduction to Ethics
• Introduction to Information Technology
• Introduction to Sociology
• Macroeconomics
• Music and Meaning
• Professional Communication and Career Planning
• Public Speaking
• Sophomore Seminar
• Twentieth Century American Literature and Beyond
• Western Civilization Since 1500

Business Core

• Applied Marketing Strategies
• Business Law I
• Critical Business Skills for Success
• Financial Accounting
• Global Dimensions in Business
• Leading and Managing in Business
• Managerial Accounting
• People, Planet and Profit
• Principles of Finance
• Driving Business Opportunities

Business Administration Concentration

• Principles of Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Business Studies Internship
• Plus 7 electives

Finance Concentration

• Personal Financial Planning
• Corporate Finance
• Money and Banking
• Finance Internship
• Plus 7 electives

International Business Concentration

• Global Financial System
• International Management
• Multinational Marketing
• International Business Internship
• Plus 7 electives

Marketing Concentration

• Social Media and Marketing Communications
• Professional Selling
• Marketing Research
• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing Internship
• Plus 7 electives

Choose your electives ** from the list below

• Abnormal Psychology
• Dictators in the Modern Era
• Lifespan Development
• Organizational Communications
• Public Relations
• Young America and more...

MPU Subjects

• Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
• Community Service
• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization (Local Students) / Communicating in Malay 2 (International Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Integrity and Anti-Corruption

* For Malaysian students who do not have Credit in SPM BM
** Please consult the Head of Program for more options of electives. Students can earn a minor in Communication, Psychology or other business concentrations by utilizing their electives in their study plan

Additional information

This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies while giving students the competitive edge.

This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies while giving students the competitive edge.

Concentrations Available:

Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration emphasizes interpersonal skills, strategic problem solving, and operational principles. Students will gain a strong, comprehensive business education, becoming resourceful and creative thinkers in diverse, professional environments.

Finance

If you’re analytical and like applying strategy to business situations, this will be the concentration for you. We provide our graduates with the skills to develop the analytical and quantitative skills needed for corporate and individual financial management.

International Business

This concentration prepares graduates to work successfully with people from different cultures and backgrounds who may use different systems and currencies. We provide our graduates the exposure to gain expertise about the different cultural, monetary, marketing and management systems that they will encounter while conducting international business activities.

Marketing

Marketing is a broad field that includes activities related to selecting, designing, packaging, pricing, advertising, selling, distributing and servicing products in the domestic and/ or international marketplaces. Students are prepared to work in various areas of marketing, including retail management, professional sales, purchasing, advertising, research, product/ brand management, product distribution and customer relations.

Detailed Career Opportunities

Business Administration Career Opportunities

General Manager, Purchasing Manager, Administrator, Business Development Manager, Human Resource Manager, Recruitment Manager, Training Development Manager, Compensation Specialist, and more.

Finance Career Opportunities

Finance Manager, Credit Manager, Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Risk Management Manager, Stock Broker and more.

International Business Career Opportunities

Export Manager, International Business Manager, International Operations Manager, Regional Marketing Manager, Trade Relationship Manager, and more.

Career Opportunities

Explore your career possibilities.

You can launch your career in one of these fields:

• Business Administration
• Finance
• International Business

Entry Requirements

Requirements depend on your entry level. Expand for more details.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OR EQUIVALENT

*Students who do not meet the English Language requirements or equivalent are required to take ENG099S (Fundamentals of Writing) and pass with a minimum Grade C. Students may take 2 subjects in the SNHU degree programs together with ENG099S with the advice from the Program Coordinator. The 3 credits received from ENG099S will not be counted in the “128 credits” required for graduation.

**English as a Second Language (ESL) is not accepted as an entry requirement

*** International Students with high school qualifications, including IGCSE are required to fulfil IELTS requirements. Exceptions are available for certain countries. Please check with the counsellors for further information.

Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above.
To find country-specific entry requirements visit our international entry requirement page

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university