Business Administration

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration focuses on building a basic understanding of business skills needed for entry-level business professionals. The business administration program introduces students to the functional areas of business, the business environment including ethical practices, and technical and communication skills needed in today’s workplace. Students complete general education courses alongside business-specific coursework, gaining both breadth and depth in their education.
 
This business administration associate degree prepares students for immediate employment or provides a pathway to a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related fields. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world applications, and the soft skills employers seek, including leadership skills, communication abilities, and critical thinking.
 
Students who complete this associate degree program gain competencies in accounting principles, business law, financial management, human resource management, and marketing strategies. These competencies translate directly to career success in various industries and business settings.

Program Mission

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration is intended to provide career-focused students the ability to gain the fundamental, communication, administration, and career advancement skills necessary to prosper in a diverse business environment.

Program Goals

The business administration program meets Keiser University’s mission through these goals:

• Describe basic concepts of the functional areas of business and the business environment
• Demonstrate the use of basic technical and quantitative skills
• Develop professional communication skills

Prerequisites

None. Students can begin the business administration associate degree immediately upon enrollment with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Program Highlights

• Small class sizes for personalized attention
• Experienced faculty with business career backgrounds
• Flexible online courses and on-campus options
• Curriculum aligned with current business practices
• Foundation for bachelor’s degree programs
• Skills applicable across all business sectors
• Opportunities to apply learning through projects and case studies

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Accreditation Status

Keiser University holds institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The following business programs at the Keiser University Ft. Lauderdale Campus and its off-campus instructional sites are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs: Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration: Automotive Dealership Management, Masters of Business Administration, and Doctor of Business Administration. The Accrediting Council for Business Schools and Programs can be reached at ACBSP US World Headquarters, 11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, Kansas 66213, (913) 339-9356 .

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Business Career

• Accounting and financial analysis
• Management principles
• Marketing strategies
• Human resources practices
• Business law and ethical decision making
• Written and verbal communication
• Data analysis using appropriate software
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Team collaboration and project management

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Admission includes Keiser University's general requirements plus any program-specific requirements listed below, followed by the university’s application process.

Transfer credit. Credit for courses completed at another institution is subject to approval by Keiser University’s Dean of Academic Affairs, and those courses must be similar in content and duration to the courses in this program. Keiser University requires that a student complete at least the final 25% of a program through the University; active duty, reservist and National Guard service members may complete that 25% at any point in the program. Official transcripts must reach Keiser University by the end of the student’s first semester, and Keiser University makes no blanket promise to accept credits from any other institution.

Keiser University students take one class at a time. Keiser University term lengths are 4-week, 8-week and 16-week.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 20 months and 60 credit hours.

Keiser University lists this program as available on campus, Online, and Hybrid.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Application fee — $55.00, one time on enrollment
• Registration fee — $145.00, one time on enrollment
• Education fee — $550.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, re-entry $150.00, transcript $5.00, student ID replacement $15.00, returned check $35.00, late payment $10.00 and library late fee $10.00. Clinical, licensure, professional skill development and technical fees vary by program.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

The curriculum combines 24 credit hours of business major courses - covering accounting, business law, financial management, entrepreneurship, management, human resources, and marketing - with 36 credit hours of general education in communications, computers, economics, English, humanities, mathematics, natural science, and the behavioral/social sciences. The full course sequence is listed below.

Associate degree holders can pursue entry-level roles across various industries, with opportunities in office management, sales, marketing, human resources, and business operations. This business degree opens doors to positions like administrative assistant, sales manager, marketing assistant, office manager, and executive assistant. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median weekly salary for associate degree holders exceeds that of high school graduates, and many entry-level jobs in business environments require at least an associate degree. Career changers, working professionals, and recent high school graduates all benefit from the career opportunities this program creates.

Career Pathways in Business Administration

• Administrative Assistant
• Office Manager
• Sales Manager
• Marketing Assistant
• Executive Assistant
• Human Resources Assistant

• Accounting Clerk
• Customer Service Manager
• Operations Coordinator
• Business Development Associate
• Retail Store Manager
• Financial Services Representative

Placement Rate

Keiser University publishes the following in its 2025 Undergraduate Placement Rates report for AA Business Administration.

Keiser University’s notes on this report: “Does not include international campuses.” “Report as of April 2026, 16.43% has been verified through 3rd party.”

Although Keiser University provides employment placement assistance, it cannot promise or guarantee employment.

How to Apply

1. Submit your online application.
2. Speak with an admissions advisor.
3. Provide transcripts or transfer credits.
4. Enroll and choose your start date.

Keiser University’s business administration programs provide the education and practical skills you need to start or advance your business career. With flexible online and on-campus options, our associate degree program fits your schedule while preparing you for success. Whether you plan to enter the workforce immediately or continue toward a bachelor’s degree, Keiser gives you the foundation, support, and credentials employers recognize and value.