Business Administration: Concentration in Decision Sciences
Bachelor of Science, Accelerated Master's, Minor
About this program
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Concentration in Decision Sciences helps you learn how to tackle real business challenges using data, software, and analytic tools. You practice decision-making with spreadsheets, forecasting methods, and simulations. You also build strong skills in problem-solving, clear communication, teamwork, and ethical thinking. Through elective choices, you can prepare for roles in fields like finance, marketing, operations, IS, or general management — readying you for a wide range of industries.
Program Curriculum and Requirements
Program Scope
The San Francisco State Scholars Program in Decision Sciences and the San Francisco State Scholar's Program in Business Analytics allow students to obtain both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in either Decisions Sciences or Business Analytics and a STEM-designated Master of Science in Business Analytics in just five years. These programs prepare graduates for positions such as business analyst, data scientist, data analyst, operations analyst, marketing analyst, and more. This program allows students to earn graduate credit while in their junior and/or senior year, reducing the number of semesters required for completion of a master’s degree. Both of these San Francisco State University Scholars Programs offer students additional career prospects, intellectual growth and the opportunity to deepen skills and research competencies.
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of core business disciplines and integrate concepts across functional areas to solve problems.
Communicate business information effectively in written and oral formats for diverse audiences.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex business situations and recommend reasoned solutions.
Use quantitative methods and appropriate technologies to analyze data and support business decisions.
Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating leadership and respectful communication in accomplishing team goals.
Evaluate business decisions from ethical, sustainable, and global perspectives, considering diverse stakeholders and environments.
SFSU Accelerated Bachelor's + Master's
Business Administration: Concentration in Decision Sciences students can earn a STEM-designated graduate degree in Master's in Business Analytics (MSBA) through the blended bachelor's + master's program, also known as the Scholars Program. The major benefits of the program include: earning a bachelor's plus master's degree (STEM-designated) in five years, saving significant graduate course fees in four courses that will count toward the master's degree and earning a STEM-designated graduate degree that may allow international students to apply for the Practical Training Visa for up to 36 months to work in the US.
Minor in Decision Sciences
The Minor in Decision Sciences gives you practical business tools in data analysis, systems, and decision-making. You choose foundational courses in calculus, statistics, operations management, or information systems. Then you pick advanced topics like data mining, simulation, or project management. You also add an elective suited to your interests. All work builds analytical thinking, strategic communication, and real-world business skills through at least 21 units with a 2.0 GPA requirement.
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