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Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Business Management

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits84Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

A.S. in Faith-Based Business Management

Total program length

84 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Business and management core

30 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

The Associate of Science in Faith-Based Business Management program is designed to equip students with essential competencies in management, finance, marketing, and operations, viewed through the lens of a Christian worldview. Throughout this two-year course, students engage in practical learning and theoretical coursework rooted in the principles of biblical stewardship and ethical reasoning. By synthesizing core business acumen with spiritual formation, the program prepares individuals to serve as leaders who honor God in the marketplace. Students develop critical thinking skills, effective communication strategies, and a commitment to servant leadership, gaining the adaptability required for a dynamic global economy. This degree provides a robust foundation for those seeking to enter the professional sphere with integrity or those pursuing further studies at the bachelor’s level.

The Associate of Science in Faith-Based Business Management provides a comprehensive foundational study in business administration, integrated with human development principles, effective communication strategies, organizational ethics, community resource utilization, and supportive service practices. This curriculum equips students with a professional knowledge base designed to address the unique complexities of managing faith-based organizations and values-centered enterprises.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
A.S. in Faith-Based Business Management
Total program length
84 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Two academic years
General education
18 credit hours
Professional application courses
9 credit hours
Capstone requirement
3 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
84
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental business concepts and practices.
  • Apply effective management techniques to solve organizational challenges.
  • Analyze financial statements and understand the implications of financial decisions.
  • Develop marketing strategies based on market research and consumer behavior.
  • Communicate effectively in business settings, both verbally and in writing.
  • Work collaboratively in teams to achieve common business goals.
  • Utilize technology and digital tools to enhance business operations.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ECON 100
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • 3
  • None
  • MATH 100
  • Introduction to College Mathematics I
  • 3
  • None
  • MATH 100C
  • Introduction to College Mathematics I (Continuation)
  • 3
  • None
  • ACCT 101
  • Fundamentals of Accounting
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSN 101
  • Introduction to Business
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 101
  • Introduction to Microeconomics I
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 101C
  • Introduction to Microeconomics I (Continuation)
  • 3
  • None
  • ECON 100 — Introduction to Statistics: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MATH 100 — Introduction to College Mathematics I: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MATH 100C — Introduction to College Mathematics I (Continuation): This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ACCT 101 — Fundamentals of Accounting: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSN 101 — Introduction to Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECON 101 — Introduction to Microeconomics I: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECON 101C — Introduction to Microeconomics I (Continuation): This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENGL 101
  • Introduction to English Writing Composition
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 101
  • Principles of Management
  • 3
  • None
  • ACCT 102
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSC 102
  • Business Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 102
  • Introductory Statistics for Business
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSN 103
  • Business Core Elective / Study Skills
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 104
  • Business Law
  • 3
  • None
  • ENGL 101 — Introduction to English Writing Composition: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 101 — Principles of Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ACCT 102 — Introduction to Financial Accounting: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSC 102 — Business Communication: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 102 — Introductory Statistics for Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSN 103 — Business Core Elective / Study Skills: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 104 — Business Law: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGMT 106
  • Introduction to Finance
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 107
  • Business Ethics & Social Responsibility
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 108
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • 3
  • None
  • MGIS 120
  • Introduction to Microcomputers
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 205
  • Organizational Behavior
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 206
  • Human Resource Management
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 210
  • Strategic Planning & Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • MGMT 106 — Introduction to Finance: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 107 — Business Ethics & Social Responsibility: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGMT 108 — Legal Environment of Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGIS 120 — Introduction to Microcomputers: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 205 — Organizational Behavior: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 206 — Human Resource Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 210 — Strategic Planning & Leadership: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MBUS 301
  • E-Commerce & Online Ministry Business
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 302
  • Introduction to Nonprofit Management
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 303
  • Budgeting & Financial Stewardship
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 304
  • Event Planning & Fundraising Strategies
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 305
  • International Business & Missions
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSN 401
  • Business Elective
  • 3
  • None
  • BUSN 402
  • Business Elective
  • 3
  • None
  • MBUS 301 — E-Commerce & Online Ministry Business: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 302 — Introduction to Nonprofit Management: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 303 — Budgeting & Financial Stewardship: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 304 — Event Planning & Fundraising Strategies: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MBUS 305 — International Business & Missions: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSN 401 — Business Elective: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUSN 402 — Business Elective: This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is usually required for admission, along with submission of any necessary standardized test scores. Culminating Project The capstone requirement for the Associate of Science in Faith-Based Business Management is the completion of a comprehensive Business Stewardship Project. In this final course, students synthesize their learning by developing a strategic business plan that integrates professional management principles with ethical frameworks and the call to servant leadership. Participants must demonstrate how their proposed business activities reflect biblical values and address the needs of their community. This project serves as a practical assessment of the student’s ability to apply their academic training and faith commitments to complex, real-world business challenges.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate with an Associate of Science in Faith-Based Business Management, students must successfully complete 60 credit hours of prescribed coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. In addition to meeting these academic standards, students must demonstrate a commitment to the program’s core pillars through the successful completion of all required courses, including the capstone Business Stewardship Project. This rigorous preparation ensures that every graduate is equipped with the professional knowledge and ethical foundation necessary to pursue their vocational calling as stewards of resources and leaders within their respective spheres of influence.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Operations Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Account Manager
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | A.S. in Faith-Based Business Management
  • Total program length | 84 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years
  • General education | 18 credit hours
  • Business and management core | 30 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 9 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ECON 100 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None
  • MATH 100 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 | None
  • MATH 100C | Introduction to College Mathematics I (Continuation) | 3 | None
  • ACCT 101 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 3 | None
  • BUSN 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 | None
  • ECON 101 | Introduction to Microeconomics I | 3 | None
  • ECON 101C | Introduction to Microeconomics I (Continuation) | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENGL 101 | Introduction to English Writing Composition | 3 | None
  • MGMT 101 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
  • ACCT 102 | Introduction to Financial Accounting | 3 | None
  • BUSC 102 | Business Communication | 3 | None
  • MGMT 102 | Introductory Statistics for Business | 3 | None
  • BUSN 103 | Business Core Elective / Study Skills | 3 | None
  • MGMT 104 | Business Law | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGMT 106 | Introduction to Finance | 3 | None
  • MGMT 107 | Business Ethics & Social Responsibility | 3 | None
  • MGMT 108 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 | None
  • MGIS 120 | Introduction to Microcomputers | 3 | None
  • MBUS 205 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | None
  • MBUS 206 | Human Resource Management | 3 | None
  • MBUS 210 | Strategic Planning & Leadership | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MBUS 301 | E-Commerce & Online Ministry Business | 3 | None
  • MBUS 302 | Introduction to Nonprofit Management | 3 | None
  • MBUS 303 | Budgeting & Financial Stewardship | 3 | None
  • MBUS 304 | Event Planning & Fundraising Strategies | 3 | None
  • MBUS 305 | International Business & Missions | 3 | None
  • BUSN 401 | Business Elective | 3 | None
  • BUSN 402 | Business Elective | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Operations Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Account Manager
  • Customer Service Manager

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | A.S. in Faith-Based Business Management
  • Total program length | 84 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years