Textbooks alone won’t turn a student into a business leader. That’s why CBU business
administration majors also learn through experience — starting their own micro-enterprises
and consulting with major corporations. Outside the classroom, they bridge academic
concepts with real, working-world experience by interning at local and global businesses.
Successful and experienced Christian professors teach courses that emphasize ethics,
so students not only become competitive in the workforce but make a real difference
in the world.
Learn through experience In one of the first business classes, BUS 101, students create a micro-enterprise
and donate the profits to charity. Each spring, they have the chance to team up with
fellow students to think of a start-up idea and compete in the Bob Goodrich Business
Plan Competition to win cash prizes. Students can also take part in our mentoring
program to be mentored by experienced business executives, or go off campus and study
in our two-week summer program at Oxford University in England.
Join a legacy of alumni Our alumni are executives at major national and international corporations, top government
officials and successful entrepreneurs. Some of the companies that have hired our
graduates for management positions include Bank of America, Johnson & Johnson, IBM,
Shell Oil Corporation, Glaxo Smith Kline, Ford Motor Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation,
Fleetwood Enterprises, Bourns Incorporated, and Pepsi Cola. Read more about our alumni
onthe School of Business blog.
Business Communication
BUS 356
This course emphasizes individual, interpersonal and intercultural communication concepts
in a business environment.
Social Entrepreneurship
BUS 362
This course defines and explores the growing practice of social entrepreneurship,
focusing on how to apply business skills and knowledge in a way that creates social
change.
Project and Team Management
BUS 475
This course focuses both on general management theory and specific project and team
practices useful in the rapidly shifting environment of technology.
Student Learning Outcomes
1.1 Identify and describe key theories and practices in the areas of accounting, finance,
marketing, management, economics, and business law. 1.2 Apply knowledge and principles to business scenarios in the areas of accounting,
finance, marketing, management, and economics. 2.1 Use critical thinking to identify issues, collect and examine information, evaluate
evidence, and draw conclusions. 2.2 Use creative thinking to synthesize ideas and expertise, and take appropriate
risk in developing innovative approaches to address business problems. 2.3 Integrate knowledge and values from various disciplines and transfer skills to
the workplace.
Take the next step toward living your purpose
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational
experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and
fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do
more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training
and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and
knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and
all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
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Career Opportunities
Project Manager
Program Manager
Sales Manager
Human Resources Specialist
Client Support and Sales
Business Analyst
Operations Manager
*Some career opportunities may require further education
"I want to have my own business. So far, this major has taught me a lot about the business
world I hope to be a part of." Skye Jimenez, 2022
"CBU has helped me figure out how to implement God into business." Peter Thomas, 2020
"I chose business administration because I enjoy being in charge. This program is very
rewarding and it challenges me." Adriana Pillow, 2018
Alumni Spotlight
"Human Resource Management was the most interesting class I took in this program ...
and I am now an HR assistant for Housemart, a company that oversees most of the Hawai'i
branches for Ace Hardware, Daiso and Ben Franklin Crafts." Tanner Kekoa Foster, 2023
"My concentration challenged me to think of outside-of-the-box techniques to have a
positive impact on different cultures and socio-economic structures." Alyssa Mei Liu, 2015
"CBU has challenged me to go outside my comfort zone and to take risks throughout my
daily life and career." Bradley Beaudette, 2015
"Two things you will have to deal with your whole life are people and money, and CBU’s
business administration program helped equip me with the tools to succeed in both
of those areas." David Helms, 2011
"I believe God has used this program to provide me with skills that I use to glorify
Him. The teachings, strategies, and work ethic that I’ve gained from this program
are being put to use on a daily basis." Jeremy Peace, 2010
"We knew that owning our own company would be challenging but our professors at CBU
gave us the ability to succeed." Phillip and Nisha Cothran, 2013 and 2014
Meet Some of Our Faculty
Keanon Alderson
Professor of Marketing and Management
Business and Christianity are not mutually exclusive. I was in business for 32 years,
being honest and ethical. Before coming to CBU I worked for the largest pharmaceutical
company in the world. We traveled a lot, and my entertainment expense account was
over $30,000 a year so I got to eat at great restaurants!
I worked in the information technology field before I entered the teaching profession
as a response to the Lord's calling. I felt called to share my 25+ years of experience
and insight to help students succeed. As an adult, I earned a black belt in tae kwon
do and became a bronze medal winner at the national figure skating level. Lots of
fun!
Business and Christianity are not mutually exclusive. I was in business for 32 years,
being honest and ethical. Before coming to CBU I worked for the largest pharmaceutical
company in the world. We traveled a lot, and my entertainment expense account was
over $30,000 a year so I got to eat at great restaurants!
I worked in the information technology field before I entered the teaching profession
as a response to the Lord's calling. I felt called to share my 25+ years of experience
and insight to help students succeed. As an adult, I earned a black belt in tae kwon
do and became a bronze medal winner at the national figure skating level. Lots of
fun!
