The Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Studies is a competency-based, interdisciplinary degree that provides students with core business skills that can be applied to a range of areas.
Underpinned by career readiness competencies and the principles of responsible management education (PRME), the program promotes hands-on learning and prepares students for rewarding career opportunities through an intentional curriculum which includes up to 12 credits for internships, co-ops, or work experience. Prior learning can also be applied to this degree program.
The courses that comprise this 42-credit major help students develop core business and practical interpersonal, leadership, communication skills that can be applied in organizations. Students develop Career and Self-Development; Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership, Professionalism, Teamwork, and Technology competencies through the interdisciplinary curriculum and General Education program. Students are encouraged to take a minor and/or a certificate in addition to the major coursework. For example, minors are available in Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Leadership; Sustainability; Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design; and the Business of Digital Media.
FISS Advisors
The first champions on your academic journey are professional academic advisors in Roosevelt Hall. Academic advisors provide insight on courses to keep you on track within your major. To make an appointment with your academic advisor, log on to Starfish.
College of Business Advisors
Once you have met the requirements of your degree program, you will transition from University College to your Degree College. You will meet a new team of advisors to support you on your academic journey.
Kelly Richmond
Shannon Sermini
Curriculum Sheets
BA: Business Leadership
BA: Human Resources Leadership Pathway
BA: Sports Management Pathway
BA: Tourism Leadership Pathway
Curriculum Sheet Notice:
Use the Curriculum Sheet that matches the year you started at URI. If you started at URI in fall 2019, select the 2019 sheet. If you started in spring 2021, select the 2020 sheet.
Major Entry Requirements
- Students who complete 24 credits with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are able to continue as part of the degree program.
