Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
General Studies (BABA-GBA)

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration degree program (BABA-GBA) combines core business courses with area of specialization courses offered by other UF departments. Students can choose an area of specialization from over 70 disciplines, including foreign language, mass communications, international studies, travel and tourism, Pre-Law, and Pre-Health.

This degree program is ideal for students who intend to pursue an advanced degree in the health or legal professions, as some of the preprofessional courses needed for these fields fulfill the area of specialization requirement. The general studies degree also prepares students for a wide variety of business-related careers, for graduate studies in business, and for graduate programs related to the area of specialization.

Program Details
Academic Learning Compact
Restricted Business Electives for General Studies Majors

Areas of Specialization

General studies majors (BA-GBA) must declare an area of specialization by the first semester of the junior year (see a School of Business advisor in 233 Bryan Hall, or send us your request via email). You should allow for at least three semesters (excluding summer terms) to complete your area of specialization, as course registration is subject to availability. You should also refer to course descriptions to verify you have completed any prerequisite courses that may be required for area of specialization courses.

The following is a list of approved areas of specialization for the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – General Studies major. Students are asked to adhere to the approved list of courses for each area of specialization. Each area is listed by interest category. Click on an interest category for a detailed list of areas of specialization. To view a detailed study program, click on the area of specialization that interests you.