Program Overview

Bachelor's Degree in Management 3+1 Accelerated

How does the program work?

First you will complete the undergraduate curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Arts in Management, gaining a solid foundation in the core competencies that are essential for today's global business environment. You'll complete the Common Body of Knowledge courses that address all facets of business along with additional upper level coursework geared specifically toward developing your management skills.

You'll then cap off your experience with the high-value One Year International & Experiential MBA program, designed to yield an advanced understanding of key business principles, the ability to effectively utilize decision processes, in-depth knowledge of functional operations, and most importantly - the ability to work and lead effectively in today's ever-changing business environment.

Degree Requirements

• Management Curriculum (120 credit hours)
• One Year International & Experiential MBA Curriculum (42 credit hours)

Program Details

• This program is offered: Campus
• Students in the 3+1 Accelerated Degree Program follow the same undergraduate and graduate curricula as our traditional programs, but proceed at a faster pace. Earning a bachelor's degree of 120 credits in three years requires that students take a minimum of 40 credit hours per year, which may require a combination of on-campus, summer and online courses. Transferred credits will also impact program completion time. AP, IB and dual enrollment credits earned by high school students before graduation are accepted.
• Students will need to complete the application for admission to their graduate program of choice at the completion of their second year.
• Est. Time to Complete: 4 years
• Credit Hours: 159 hours

Specialized Academic Advising

Because the time frame necessary to complete the program will vary depending upon each student's unique circumstances at the time of entry, academic advising is a crucial part of this program. Personalized, one-on-one advising from a dedicated accelerated degree program advisor is one of the hallmarks of this program and ensures that students stay on track for timely progress to graduation.

Eligibility Requirements

• Students who meet the requirements for the Saint Leo University Honors Program or are already in the program are eligible for admission into the 3+1 Accelerated Degree Program. Honors Program eligibility requirements are:
  • First-Year Students:
    • GPA of 3.5 or higher
    • SAT (CR+M) of 1270 or higher
    • ACT of 26 or higher
  • Transfer Students:
    • AA or AS degree
    • GPA of 3.75 or higher

Learn Your Way: Online, On Campus, or Near You

• What are the on-campus facilities like?
  • Students who pursue their degrees at Saint Leo’s main campus near sunny Tampa Bay, Florida, join a community of enthusiastic learners just like them.
• What are the benefits of earning your Management 3+1 degree online?
  • Saint Leo University’s online learning experience provides a well-rounded education with the flexibility to tailor your course of study to meet your individual needs. We know our students have lives outside school, and we seek to meet them where they are. Online students can count on receiving excellent academics as well as opportunities for hands-on learning.
• Are education centers near you offering Management 3+1 degree programs?
  • You may also choose to pursue your degree through one of our education centers, which merge a traditional in-person education with the flexibility to match your lifestyle. Education centers offer eight-week academic terms as well as evening and weekend classes.

Career Outlook

• No matter which learning experience you choose, you will receive plenty of professional development opportunities, industry knowledge from expert professors, and support from the Saint Leo community. All this together means that you will be ready for a successful career or continued studies upon graduation.
• How will you gain real experience?
  • Networking
    • The inaugural Executive Advisory Council to the School of Business includes distinguished members from Ernst & Young, Tribridge, T. Rowe Price Services, Newport News Shipbuilding, Tech Data Corporation and Catalina Services.
  • Internships
    • School of Business students have interned at AAA, Home Shopping Network, TECO Energy, Quest Corporation of America and all branches of the military.
  • Study abroad
    • Prepare for a global economy. Saint Leo maintains partnerships with more than a dozen international universities and offers over a hundred opportunities through partner agencies.
  • Memberships
    • Join the local chapter of the American Management Association (AMA). Outstanding students may be invited to join Sigma Beta Delta, the international honor society in business, management and administration.
  • Competitions and conferences
    • Test your entrepreneurial drive in Saint Leo’s Annual Business Plan Competition, or compete in the worldwide GLO-BUS Business Strategy Competition. Join Phi Beta Lambda and compete at its District, State and National Leadership Conferences. Prepare a research paper under the guidance of a faculty member and present it at a national conference or Saint Leo’s own International Business Conference.

College of Business

• Saint Leo University’s Donald R. Tapia College of Business provides a values-centered education that develops tomorrow’s business leaders. Our students create a personal legacy of character and integrity, developing into responsible global citizens ready to contribute to society across numerous fields. As the largest Catholic business College in the U.S., students find flexible degree program options at University Campus, education centers in five states, and online.
• From associate to doctoral offerings, our accredited degree programs infuse student-centered teaching, future-paced research, entrepreneurial leadership, and professional networking opportunities. Students publish papers in esteemed academic journals, present original research at national conferences, and travel around the world to learn about the complexities of overseas markets. Faculty bring decades of practical experience to the coursework, ensuring students are on the cutting edge of their desired field to achieve career success.

Student Stories

• "Saint Leo's online MBA program in Supply Chain Management provided me the opportunity for flexible learning alongside other supply chain professionals in my industry. With this MBA, I expanded upon educational and professional abilities within the field of Supply Chain Operations."
  • Paige Holt - MBA Student specializing in Supply Chain Management
• "Learning ignites my passion to seek and find information that intrigues my soul, spirit, and mind. Education at Saint Leo University has had an extremely positive influence on my life and my development as a person. It has made me more confident and enabled me to steer into my destiny. Saint Leo University has provided me with different learning experiences that has enabled me to branch out and work with people effectively. It has helped me develop a great amount of self-discipline and, aside from teaching me some very important life skills, Saint Leo University has opened many doors for my future."
  • Karen Sislava Reyes - MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING
• "As a graduate now pursuing my masters of science in accounting, I’m even more thankful for how well Saint leo equipped me and not just educationally but as a leader, student, and even on a personal level. It is truly a privilege to have been taught by professors whose efforts go beyond the classroom.”
  • Tayhana Taylor - Undergrad Bachelor of Science- Accounting
• "Saint Leo University has truly been a stepping stone for me. When I entered this university 4 years ago, I was unaware of what I’d be like when I left. Now, 3 weeks away from graduating, I am so thankful that I was a student here. Your time at Saint Leo University is what you make of it, and Saint Leo students are provided with so much opportunity to succeed."
  • O'shea Williams - Bachelor of Arts Developmental Psychology
• "Saint Leo is not just an academic institution, it’s a formation institution. Saint Leo embraced me for who I am, showed faith that I could be my best, and solidified the light that was shining within me."
  • Charles Onyeneke ’17 - University Campus, Theology
• "As a child, my great-grandmother taught me how to pray and to lean on God. Saint Leo inspired us all to learn with compassion and reminded me to keep the faith."
  • Brent Patterson ’21 - Center for Online Learning, Religious Studies

Accreditation

• Saint Leo University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees.