Your foundation for any future.
Whether you’re preparing for a career in management, law, healthcare, sports, or nonprofit leadership, a minor in Business Administration from Presbyterian College adds essential skills to any major. This program introduces you to the language, logic, and tools of modern business—helping you become a confident, capable professional in any field.
Our business faculty blend academic theory with real-world application, so you’ll learn how to think strategically, manage resources, and lead with integrity.
The Power of Your Degree
- Expand your perspective.
Learn how markets work, why businesses succeed or fail, and what leaders do to stay ahead. - Broaden your knowledge.
Pair this minor with psychology, political science, biology, or art. - Solidify your skill set.
Gain practical business know-how: accounting, finance, marketing, and management - Become a critical thinker.
Build the strategic mindset to analyze, evaluate, and solve business problems creatively.
18 Hours
Required for Business Administration minor coursework
Hands-On Projects
From group case studies to research with faculty and internships
12:1 Student-To-Faculty Ratio
In discussion-based classroom settings
Business Administration Students Share Their Experience
From building strong relationships with professors to gaining real-world experience, business administration students share how the program has helped them grow and prepare for what’s next.
Business Administration Students Share Their Experience
From building strong relationships with professors to gaining real-world experience, business administration students share how the program has helped them grow and prepare for what’s next.
What You’ll study
As a business administration minor, you’ll gain a strong foundation in essential topics including principles of financial and managerial accounting, principles of management, principles of marketing, business law, principles of finance, and either microeconomics or macroeconomics. The coursework emphasizes communication, critical thinking, and ethical leadership while exploring how businesses operate, how leaders make decisions, and how you can contribute to an organization’s success. This minor is ideal for students pursuing pre-law, pre-med, graduate study in public policy, or careers in entrepreneurship, marketing, or human resources.
Education majors are encouraged to develop their future roles as teachers by exploring a variety of concentrations.
Accounting
In the Accounting concentration, you’ll develop expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making frameworks used by organizations worldwide. You’ll master skills in budgeting, cost management, and financial statement preparation while gaining insights into tax regulations and auditing principles essential for business transparency and compliance.
Business Management
In the Business Management concentration, you’ll explore leadership strategies, organizational behavior, and operational excellence across diverse business environments. You’ll develop skills in team leadership, strategic planning, and project management while learning to navigate complex business challenges with ethical decision-making and innovative problem-solving approaches.
Data Analytics
In the Data Analytics concentration, you’ll learn to transform raw business data into actionable insights through statistical analysis and visualization techniques. You’ll develop proficiency in analytical tools, predictive modeling, and data-driven decision-making while gaining practical experience interpreting trends and patterns that drive organizational strategy and competitive advantage.
Economics
In the Economics concentration, you’ll examine market forces, consumer behavior, and policy implications that shape local and global economies. You’ll analyze supply and demand dynamics, fiscal policy, and resource allocation while developing critical thinking skills to evaluate economic trends and their impacts on business strategy and societal well-being.
Marketing
In the Marketing concentration, you’ll discover how to connect products and services with target audiences through strategic communication and consumer psychology. You’ll develop skills in brand development, market research, and promotional campaigns while learning to leverage digital platforms and traditional channels to drive engagement and build lasting customer relationships.
Get Involved
At Presbyterian College, you can actively pursue your passion for business and finance through programs and opportunities that take business out of the classroom and into the real world—all while expanding your experience, perspective, and skillsets.
Careers in Business Administration
Adding a Business Administration minor to your degree gives you a competitive edge in today’s job market. You’ll have the tools to think strategically, manage effectively, and communicate clearly—qualities that employers in every industry value. Many go on to graduate or professional school, while others dive straight into impactful roles in corporate, small business, or nonprofit sectors.
Career Professions
Business Analyst
Marketing Coordinator
Entrepreneur
Project Manager
HR Specialist
Sales Associate
Policy Analyst
Healthcare Administrator
Financial Services Associate
Small Business Owner
Operations Manager
Management Consultant
Supply Chain Analyst
Account Executive
Administrative Services Manager
Business Development Representative
Corporate Trainer
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Product Manager
Executive Assistant
Acquired Skills
Strategic thinking and planning
Financial literacy and budgeting
Data analysis and interpretation
Understanding of business law and ethics
Marketing strategy development
Organizational behavior insight
Project management fundamentals
Economic reasoning and decision-making
Entrepreneurial mindset
Effective written and verbal communication
Leadership and team coordination
Critical and analytical thinking
Customer service and relationship management
Time management and prioritization
Cross-functional collaboration
Problem-solving in dynamic environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business tools
Presentation and public speaking confidence
Adaptability in fast-paced work settings
Quick Stats
$62,856
Average Median Salary
Graduates with a Business Administration degree can expect a median annual salary of approximately $62,856. However, this figure varies based on factors such as industry, location, and job role. For instance, positions in finance and technology sectors often offer higher starting salaries. Top earners in executive or managerial roles can earn significantly more, with salaries exceeding $100,000 annually.
6.9% Growth
Projected Employment Rate
The employment outlook for business and financial operations occupations is projected to grow by 6.9 percent over the next decade. This growth is driven by the increasing need for professionals in areas such as financial analysis, management, and human resources. The demand for skilled business administrators is expected to remain strong across various industries, including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing.
High Versatility
Career Diversity Index
A Business Administration degree offers high career versatility, with opportunities spanning across numerous industries such as finance, marketing, healthcare, and technology. Graduates can pursue roles in management, human resources, operations, and entrepreneurship. The broad skill set acquired—encompassing leadership, strategic planning, and communication—equips individuals to adapt and thrive in diverse professional environments.
Source(s): U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
MEET YOUR FACULTY
James Allen, Ph.D.
Professor of Economics and Business Administration
jtallen@presby.edu864-833-8273
Rachel Childers, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Economics and Business Administration
rgchilder@presby.edu864-833-8374
Kurt Gleichauf, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Economics and Business Administration
gleichauf@presby.edu864-833-7195
Karen Mattison, MAcc, CPA
Associate Professor of Economics and Business Administration
kmattisn@presby.edu864-833-8370
