The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree requires successful completion of 120 semester hours, including (1) the Program of General Studies; (2) the Business Administration Core; and (3) one of the five areas of emphasis listed below. In order to earn this degree, students are also required to maintain a cumulative grade average of at least 2.25 (C) for all courses in Business. The Business Administration Core consists of introductory courses from all major business disciplines taught at Concord University. It is intended to provide a comprehensive understanding of a broad spectrum of fields in business administration and a foundation for specialized study in the student s chosen area of emphasis.