The global economy is growing, and demand for talented business professionals is rising, making a BBA in Management degree a smart investment. Whether you want to contribute to the success of a large company or start your own business, you’ll gain a wealth of knowledge with a Bachelor of Business Administration or Five-Year BBA/MBA degree at UST.
The Cameron School of Business prepares you to solve real-world business problems through experiential learning. With training in soft skills including presenting, interviewing and writing effectively, you’ll develop an edge in the job market.
UST’s central location in the booming metropolis of Houston is a great asset in connecting with internship and career opportunities. A major world hub for the energy, medical and aerospace industries, Houston is home to 20 Fortune 500 companies.
Your success hinges on many factors, including the relationships you build with others in the business community. As a graduate student at the University of St. Thomas Cameron School of Business, you'll have unparalleled networking opportunities:
Business Symposium
Annual conference connecting you with alumni and leading Houston business experts.
Career Day
Panel discussions with alumni and executives on how to best leverage a degree from UST.
Exploring Businesses
Visit organizations and hear from employees developing and executing business strategies.
Guest Speakers
Every semester, guest speakers join classes to provide insights and expertise.
20
Fortune 500 Companies
IN HOUSTON
Source: Greater Houston Partnership
$67,710
Annual Median Wage
FOR U.S. BUSINESS & FINANCIAL JOBS
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017
#1
Metro Area in U.S.
FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH POTENTIAL
Source: Business Facilities' annual ranking report, 2018
Connect With Houston’s Best CompaniesConnect With Houston’s Best Companies
These are just a few of the companies where UST business grads have found great jobs. With dozens of major organizations headquartered in Houston, our city is rich with career promise. A bachelor’s degree in business opens up a world of job opportunities in:
Banking and finance
Insurance
Management
Marketing and market research
Real estate
Sales and promotion
I want to start my own business, and at UST I’ve learned all the fundamentals of turning my ideas into a successful company.
Jakobi NunnSenior General Business Major, Entrepreneurship Minor | Founder and President, UST Game Changers Society
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Cameron Blog
Cameron Blog
Read about what is going on in the business world from the insight of the Cameron School of Business faculty.
Benefits of Attending Cameron School of Business at USTBenefits of Attending
Accessible Faculty
At UST, you’ll build personal connections with professors and work with a faculty advisor for your entire academic journey. Professors are available to answer questions not just about assignments, but about your big-picture goals as well.
Experiential Learning
Through role play, games, interviewing and research, presenting, writing vision statements, and working with local businesses to develop strategy, you’ll cement your understanding of business theory for application in the professional world.
Quality Instruction
Many Cameron School of Business professors hold the highest degree in their field, and professional certifications. Many have practiced in their area of expertise. Get a global business perspective learning from seasoned faculty.
Go Beyond Business As Usual
UST is Houston’s only Catholic university, and Catholic social values form the foundation of our core curriculum. We respect the life and dignity of the human person, and believe in contributing to the common good. You'll learn how to engage in capitalism with a conscience, weighing the moral implications of your decisions.
Even in business classes, you’re welcome to talk about big topics, from ethics to religion. We discuss current events, including business impact, community responsibility and how we can improve conditions in the future. Many of our graduates are driving positive transformation through their work in the business world.
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The University of St. Thomas is committed to meeting the financial aid needs of all applicants. We celebrate outstanding academic achievement and community involvement with a variety of scholarships, including several major-specific scholarships:
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management is a dynamic program designed to equip future leaders with the tools to navigate and innovate in today’s fast-paced business world. With concentrations tailored to diverse interests, you can chart your own path to success.
If you’re ambitious, the five-year BBA/MBA degree is a very attractive option. Your senior year, you’ll take undergrad and graduate courses concurrently. Learn the fundamentals of business and build upon them with advanced graduate studies.
For currently enrolled BBA students who wish to enter the 5-year program to receive both an undergraduate and graduate degree, please contact csbaction@stthom.edu or call 713-525-2100 to make sure you have all the prerequisites necessary to enter the program. Once all requirements are met, you will need to complete the UST Graduate Application to enter the program.
Admissions Requirements for BBA/MBA and BBA/MSF Program:
Undergraduate BBA students with a declared major in business (Accounting, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing) can apply for the joint BBA MBA or the joint BBA MSF program after their sophomore year.
Applicants must have an overall GPA or 3.0 or higher; or a business GPA (based on the CSB degree plan) of 3.3 or higher.
Note: Students can register for graduate courses after they have completed 90 hours (senior status). *GPA requirements [overall GPA or 3.0 or higher; or a business GPA (based on the CSB degree plan) of 3.3 or higher] will be verified at 90 hours, before enrollment in graduate courses.
Admissions Process and Deadlines
Current declared BBA majors may apply for the joint BBA/MBA or BBA/MSF programs by completing the application through the Online Application Form.
Requirements with the application: Personal essay describing their interest in the program and a recent resume. GMAT/GRE or letters of recommendation are not required.
UST transcripts will be requested by the Admissions office. It is not necessary to request an official copy.
Students are admitted on a rolling basis. Application deadlines are usually December 1 for the Spring semester, May 1 for the summer semester, and August 1 for the Fall semester.
Student applications will be reviewed by the admissions committee after all required materials are submitted.
Once the student is admitted into the program, GPA requirements will be checked before the student is enrolled in graduate classes.
Common Recommended Evaluation Services
These evaluation agencies can convert your international high school grades and/or international college credits to the American 4.0 grade point average (GPA) scale. They also can provide a translation into English, if necessary.
When requesting an evaluation, please apply for a “full evaluation,” also known as a “course-by-course evaluation” of your transcript, which includes GPA. UST Admissions highly recommends that evaluations be sent from an agency that is NACES approved. Please visit NACES.org/members to select your agency of choice. If you do not utilize a NACES approved agency, your official transcript (non-translated) will be required in addition to the credential evaluation.
World Education Services (WES) (http://www.wes.org)
Bowling Green Station, P.O. Box 5087, New York, NY 10274-5087, Phone: (800) 937–3895
SpanTran Evaluation Services (http://www.spantran.com/ust)
2400 Augusta Dr., Suite 451, Houston, TX 77057, Phone: (713) 266–8805
This is not a comprehensive list. Please visit NACES.org/members in order to see the full listing.
