Keiser University

Business Administration (Accelerated)

Flagship (Residential)
West Palm Beach, FL
Bachelor Degree
Business Administration (Accelerated)
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC); the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Keiser University offers this program on campus at the Flagship (Residential) campus.
$19,844 per semester. This program spans 8 semesters at full-time enrollment.
Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 36 months (approximately 3 years) and 120 credit hours.
The Flagship (Residential) campus tuition and fee disclosure lists no application fee; its initial fees are a $150.00 tuition deposit, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring, and a $250.00 housing deposit.
Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid, including grants and federal student loans.

Business Administration (Accelerated) is a Bachelor Degree program offered by Keiser University in West Palm Beach, FL. The program takes 36 Months to complete, with tuition of $19,844 per semester.

Program Overview

The Keiser University Flagship Residential campus offers qualified students that meet eligibility criteria an accelerated schedule to complete the Business Administration, BA program in 36 months.

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration focuses on an in-depth study of the functional areas of business, the business environment including ethical business practices, and technical and communication skills needed in today’s business environment. The program offers various concentrations that allow students to specialize in a specific business discipline to enhance their career opportunities within that field. The program includes opportunities for students to apply skills and knowledge learned throughout the program.

Program Mission

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration is intended to prepare careerfocused students with in-depth knowledge of business principles. Students are offered a wellrounded business education as they learn the key content areas of the functional areas of business, the business environment, and technical, communication, and career advancement skills to prosper in a diverse business environment.

Program Goals

  1. Apply concepts of the functional areas of business and the business environment
  2. Enhance proficiency in the use of technical and quantitative skills to make business decisions.
  3. Demonstrate professional communication skills using APA format
  4. Demonstrate the integration of specific knowledge and business skills learned from a concentration.

What sets this Program apart

  • Accredited University — Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring your education meets rigorous academic standards.
  • Flexible Learning Options — Study online or on-campus at Florida locations. Choose one class at a time, on-campus, online, or hybrid. Evening and weekend options are available for working adults at select campuses.
  • Financial Services — We guide you through the financial aid process and provide assistance. Grants, scholarships, and financial aid are available for students who qualify to help manage the cost of your education.

Admission Requirements and Process

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.

General Requirements

  • Application
    A completed Keiser University application or Common Application.
  • High School Transcript
    An official high school transcript with GPA at or above 2.7.
  • Entrance Test (if below a 2.7 high school GPA)
    For those students who do not meet the 2.7 HS GPA, a Math and Verbal SAT score equal to or above 830, an ACT composite score equal to or above 17 or a score of 16 or higher on the…
  • Transfer Applicants
    A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for all college coursework and official transcripts from each college previously attended. Transfer applicants who…
  • Tuition and Housing Deposits
    Tuition Deposit (refundable before May 1 for fall, November 1 for spring) $150.00. Housing Deposit (refundable before July 1 for fall, December 1 for spring) $250.00.
  • FAFSA (for Financial Aid)
    Students seeking financial aid complete the FAFSA using Keiser University’s federal school code, 015159.

Application Process

  1. 1
    Contact an Admissions Counselor
    Contact one of Keiser University’s admissions counselors to talk through the program and your options.
  2. 2
    Attend an Open House or Campus Visit
    Attend an open house or plan a campus visit. Applicants are encouraged to visit the University in person.
  3. 3
    Meet With Your Admissions Counselor
    Schedule a convenient time to meet with your admissions counselor to determine if Keiser University is right for you.
  4. 4
    Submit an Application
    Submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.
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Program Schedule

The Keiser University Flagship Residential campus offers qualified students that meet eligibility criteria an accelerated schedule to complete the Business Administration, BA program in 36 months.

To receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, students must complete 120 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 40 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

Due to the flexibility of Keiser University term lengths (4-week, 8-week, and 16-week terms), and the one-course-at-a-time scheduling system for many program offerings, class meeting times for face-to-face instruction can vary by program.

New cohorts start regularly throughout the year. Our start dates are as follows:
  • October 26th, 2026
  • November 23rd, 2026
  • January 11th, 2027
  • February 08th, 2027
  • March 08th, 2027
  • April 05th, 2027
  • May 10th, 2027
  • June 07th, 2027
  • July 05th, 2027
  • August 02nd, 2027

Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information

Per Semester Tuition
≈ $19,844
FAFSA Code
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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 Flagship (Residential) campus Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Semester credit loadTuition per semester
Full time (12 to 17.99 credits)$19,844.00
Three-quarter time (9 to 11.99 credits)$14,883.00
Half time (6 to 8.99 credits)$9,922.00
Less than half time (0 to 5.99 credits)$4,961.00
Over full time (18 to 24 credits, Dean’s approval, minimum 3.0 CGPA)$24,805.00

Required fees

  • Tuition deposit — $150.00, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring
  • Housing deposit — $250.00, refundable before July 1 for fall and December 1 for spring
  • Education fee — $976.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources
  • Technology fee — $309.00 per semester
  • Health insurance — $2,169.00 per academic year, or $1,370.00 for spring and summer only

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, orientation $100.00, re-entry $150.00, car permit $50.00 ($15.00 for an additional permit), returned check $40.00, dorm key replacement $30.00, library late fee $10.00, student ID replacement $30.00, late payment $25.00 and transcript $10.00. Program supplies and kits vary by program; textbooks are estimated at up to $2,000.00 per semester.

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.

Curriculum

The 120-credit curriculum spans lower-division business and general-education courses plus upper-division core business coursework, concentration-specific courses, and a business capstone. Representative courses are listed below.

Required Courses

Subject #NameCredits
ACG1001Accounting Principles I3
ACG2011Accounting Principles II3
BUL1240Business Law3
FIN2001Financial Management3
GEB1112Entrepreneurship3
MAN1021Principles of Management3
MAN2300Human Resource Management3
MAR1011Introduction to Marketing3
AMH1010American History Pre 18763
AMH1020American History Since 18763
POS1041Political Science3
PSY1012Introduction to Psychology3
SYG1000Sociology3
SPC1017Speech Communications3
CGS1000CIntroduction to Computers3
ECO1023Microeconomics3
ECO2013Macroeconomics3
ENC1101English Composition I3
ENC2102English Composition II3
AML1000American Literature3
CWL1000Contemporary World Literature3
ENL1000English Literature3
MAC2105College Algebra3
MGF2106College Mathematics3
MGF2107Applications of Mathematics3
STA2023Statistics (required)3
BSC1005General Biology3
BSC1006Advanced Biology3
BSC1050Environmental Science3
ACG3073Managerial Accounting3
BUL3130Legal and Ethical Environment of Business3
FIN3400Principles of Managerial Finance3
ISM3116Business Intelligence3
MAN3025Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior3
MAN3326Industrial/Organizational Psychology3
MAN4164Leadership3
MAN4583Project Management3
MAN4602International Business3
MAN4999Integrated Studies Capstone Course3
CGS3300Management Information Systems3
GEB3641Sales Functions of Automotive Retail Distr. Sys3
GEB3642Service & Parts Functions of Automotive Retail Distribution Systems3
GEB3651Automotive Dealership Sales Strat. & Tactics3
GEB3940Practicum II3
GEB4402Automotive Financial Analysis and Business Forecasting Techniques3
GEB4936Capstone Course: Exercising Leadership in Automotive Retail Distribution3
MAN3504Operations Management3
COM3110Business and Professional Communication3
GEB4358Negotiations and Transactions3
MAN4113Managing Diversity3
MAN4631Global Strategy and Policy3
MAR4403Sales and Sales Management3
MAR4403Sales and Sales Management3
HFT4295Hospitality Leadership & Strategic Management3
MNA4306Training and Development3
HFT4413Hospitality Analytics and Revenue Management3
HFT4944Externship I3
HFT4930Selected Topics/Seminars3
MAN4113Managing Diversity3
MAN4337Performance Management3
MNA3324Recruitment, Selection and Staffing3
MNA4306Training and Development3
MNA4404Management Law and Employee Relations3
MNA4405Labor Relations3
FIN4602International Finance3
GEB4357International Competitiveness3
GEB4358Negotiations and Transactions3
GEB4359Cultural Environment of International Business3
GEB4364International Entrepreneurship3
MAN4631Global Strategy and Policy3
MAR4334Advertising/Promotion Management3
MAR4403Sales and Sales Management3
MAR4503Consumer Behavior3
MAR4721E-Marketing3
MAR4804Marketing Strategy3
MAR4841Service Marketing3
FIN4126Financial Decision-Making and Planning3
FIN4324Commercial Bank Management3
FIN4424Case Studies in Finance3
FIN4443Financial Policy and Strategy3
FIN4501Investment3
FIN4602International Finance3
TRA3035Foundations of Transportation3
TRA4202Logistics Systems Management3
TRA4234Warehouse Operations and Inventory Management3
TRA4435Post and Terminal Operation Management3
TRA4721Global Logistics3
TRA4945Logistics Practicum3
GEB2154Entrepreneurial Marketing Management, Distribution Channels and Social Media Marketing3
ENT2112Business Plan and Business Model Development3
GEB3155Social Entrepreneurship3
GEB4114New Venture Finance, Risk Analysis, and Strategic Management3
GEB4364International Entrepreneurship3
GEB4157Early Stage Venture Experiential3
SPM3161Introduction to Esports Management3
SPM3169Esports Technology and Production3
SPM3720Esports Governance and Legal Issues3
SPM4140Esports Event Management and Production3
SPM4165Esports Performance Management3
SPM4168Esports Consumerism3
PEM3600Introduction to Horsemanship3
AEB3137Equine Facility Design & Operations3
ANS3217Equine Health & Disease Monitoring3
PEM3650Advanced Equine Training3
ANS4950Equine Internship/Practicum I3
ANS4951Equine Internship/Practicum II3
ENC3213Professional Writing3
ENC4313Research Writing3
STA3163Intermediate Statistics3

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared to pursue business and leadership roles across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, including positions in management, marketing, finance, human resources, operations, logistics, sales, and administration. Typical titles include business manager, marketing coordinator or manager, human resources specialist, financial or market research analyst, operations manager, project manager, office manager, business consultant, and small-business owner, with settings spanning banking and finance, government, healthcare administration, retail, and corporate environments.

The degree also serves as a direct pathway to graduate study: qualified graduates may apply to Keiser University's MBA, and accelerated-track students are offered a seamless transition into the graduate program. This is a general business degree and does not lead to a specific professional license or certification exam.

Placement Rate

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

EligiblePlacedIn FieldRelated Field%Placed%IF/RF
144131734891%84%

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.

What to expect as a Keiser University student

We offer a student-focused learning experience with one class at a time and flexible scheduling options to fit a variety of lifestyles. Students can attend classes on campus, online, or in a hybrid format, with convenient evening hours available. Our small class sizes allow for individualized attention from a faculty of industry professionals.

As an accredited university, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), we are committed to academic quality and student success. Financial Services support is available, including grants, scholarships, and financial aid for students who qualify—making now the perfect time to take the next step toward your future.

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Campus Address

Flagship (Residential)
2600 North Military Trail
West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Why Accreditation Is Important

Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist and doctorate degrees.

The Keiser University catalog lists no separate programmatic accreditation for this program.

  • Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
  • Credits earned toward a respected credential
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