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Total program credits needed for graduation with GuidedPath: 180
Total program credits needed for graduation with FlexPath: 90
GuidedPath: One academic quarter is 3 months. You will have a 3-week break between each quarter.
FlexPath: With FlexPath's unique, flat-rate tuition—you have full control to accelerate your courses based on your schedule. The more courses you complete each 12-week session, the sooner you'll graduate, and the more money you'll save.
As a Capella bachelor’s student, you need 45 quarter credits to satisfy your general education requirements. You’ll need to choose a minimum of 4 quarter credits from each of the categories below. You’ll also select an additional 29 quarter credits of your choosing from any of the categories.
COM-H4005* | Communicating and Integrating Solutions in the Professional World | 6 quarter credits |
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COM1150 | Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy | 6 quarter credits |
COM1250 | Workplace Communication | 6 quarter credits |
COM2000 | Intercultural Communication | 6 quarter credits |
COM3700 | Conflict Resolution | 6 quarter credits |
COM4100 | Media and Culture | 6 quarter credits |
ENG1000 | English Composition | 6 quarter credits |
ENG1250 | Introduction to Technical and Business Writing | 6 quarter credits |
ENG2250 | Academic Research and Writing | 6 quarter credits |
HUM1150 | Cultural Understanding in a Global World | 6 quarter credits |
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HUM1200 | Philosophy of Work | 6 quarter credits |
PHI-H2005 | Honors Seminar: Critical Thinking for the Professional World | 3 quarter credits |
PHI1200 | Philosophy of Problem Solving | 6 quarter credits |
PHI2000 | Ethics | 6 quarter credits |
PHI3200 | Ethics in Health Care | 6 quarter credits |
BIO1000 | Human Biology | 6 quarter credits |
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MAT1050 | College Algebra | 6 quarter credits |
MAT1150 | Essential Math for Everyday Life | 6 quarter credits |
MAT2001 | Statistical Reasoning | 6 quarter credits |
MAT2051* | Discrete Mathematics | 6 quarter credits |
MAT2100 | Data-Driven Decisions | 4 quarter credits |
NSC1150 | Science and Innovation | 6 quarter credits |
PHY1000 | Introduction to Astronomy | 6 quarter credits |
BHA4002 | History of the United States Health Care System | 3 quarter credits |
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ECO1150 | Personal Economics: Introduction to Financial Planning | 6 quarter credits |
HIS1150 | U.S. History: How the Past Informs the Present | 6 quarter credits |
POL1110 | U.S. and Nevada Government | 6 quarter credits |
PSYC1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 6 quarter credits |
SOC-H3005* | Honors Professional Seminar | 6 quarter credits |
SOC1150 | How Society Works: Diversity, Collaboration, and Problem Solving | 6 quarter credits |
SOC2000 | Cultural Diversity | 6 quarter credits |
SOC3400 | Social Deviance | 6 quarter credits |
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General Education Requirements
Choose 45 quarter credits with a minimum of 4 quarter credits from each category; see General Education Courses.
Additional Program Requirements†
ACS1003 |
Building Skills for Academic Success
Learners in this course begin to build and strengthen the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to succeed in a bachelor of science degree program and the workplace. Learners develop and demonstrate business thinking and, in particular, evaluate case studies to acquire and broaden their knowledge of the creation of an organization. In addition, learners expand organizational, information literacy, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills and apply an understanding of ethics, team behaviors, and effective business writing. BS in Business learners who are determined to need additional support developing academic and professional writing and reading skills based on academic assessment must take ACS1003 during their first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
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Core courses
At least 42 quarter credits
BUS3003 |
Developing a Business Perspective ‡
In this course, learners build and strengthen the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to succeed in their program and the workplace. Learners engage in interactive activities that help them develop and demonstrate a business perspective and expand their organizational, research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Other topics include ethics, team relationships, project creation, and writing effectively for business. For BS in Business learners only. Learners may only earn credit for BUS3003 or BUS3006 or BUS3007. Prerequisite(s): ACS1003. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
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BUS3007 |
Developing a Business Perspective §
In this course, learners build and strengthen the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to succeed in their program and the workplace. Learners engage in interactive activities that help them develop and demonstrate a business perspective and expand their organizational, research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Other topics include ethics, team relationships, project creation, and writing effectively for business. For BS in Business learners only. Learners may only earn credit for BUS3003 or BUS3006 or BUS3007. Must be taken during the learner’s first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS3011 |
Fundamentals of Management
In this course, learners examine the fundamental principles of management and the characteristics that make an effective manager. Learners then apply these principles in management decision-making roles of planner, organizer, controller, and communicator. Learners who have received credit for BUS3010 may not take BUS3011. |
3 quarter credits |
BUS3012 |
Fundamentals of Leadership
This course is an introduction to principles of leadership behavior and their application in business and community settings. Learners develop and demonstrate awareness of the characteristics, styles, and practices necessary for effective leadership. Learners who have received credit for BUS3010 may not take BUS3012. |
3 quarter credits |
BUS3021 |
Fundamentals of Business Law
In this course, learners explore and articulate the influences on businesses of statutory, contract, tort, and legal entity law. Learners evaluate the historical underpinnings and origins of the United States court system's ability to adjudicate commercial disputes. Learners also develop and demonstrate their legal vocabulary, an understanding of core legal concepts, and basic legal research skills. |
3 quarter credits |
BUS3022 |
Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management
This course is an introduction to modern concepts and practices of efficient supply chain management. Learners build their knowledge of and demonstrate the relevance of supply chain design in support of organizational strategy and assess the effectiveness of supply chains to meet customer demands. Through the use of case studies, learners also analyze existing supply chain systems and recommend improvements. |
3 quarter credits |
BUS3030 |
Fundamentals of Marketing and Sales
Learners investigate the fundamentals of marketing and sales, including market research and planning, product differentiation and positioning, marketing communications, differences between consumer and business markets, and relational marketing and sales strategy. Learners demonstrate course competencies by preparing and presenting a marketing and sales plan and a corresponding marketing and sales strategy for a simple product offering. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS3040 |
Fundamentals of Human Resource Management
This course is a survey of the human resources management (HRM) field and its function and role in the organization. Learners develop their knowledge of fundamental HRM principles and demonstrate competencies in areas such as compensation and benefits, legal requirements, and training and development. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS3050 |
Fundamentals of Organizational Communication
This course helps learners understand and apply the fundamentals of organizational communication. Learners analyze the interrelationship of organizational communication, symbols, culture, performance, and effective communication practices in relationships internal and external to the enterprise. Learners also examine how effective organizational communication contributes to successful organizational performance and the ways elements of organizational communication interact and function in an enterprise. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS3061 |
Fundamentals of Accounting
This course is an introduction to the accounting function in modern business organizations. Learners define accounting terminology and explore its application to accounting principles. Learners also apply accounting cycle strategies to business financial events and prepare financial statements from accounting system data. Learners who have received credit for BUS3060 may not take BUS3061. |
3 quarter credits |
BUS3062 |
Fundamentals of Finance
In this course, learners gain and apply finance basics including the time value of money concepts, stock and bond valuation techniques, and capital budgeting processes. Learners also demonstrate ways the relationship of domestic and global financial environments affect financial markets. Learners who have received credit for BUS3060 may not take BUS3062. |
3 quarter credits |
Specialization courses
At least 48 quarter credits
BUS4043 * |
Compensation and Benefits Management
Learners investigate theories related to compensation and reward systems in organizations and the practices used to create and maintain these systems. Learners create a base benefit plan, evaluate incentive programs, and analyze the effects of laws and regulatory agencies on compensation and benefits strategies. Learners also demonstrate a working knowledge of social and legal issues pertaining to compensation and of the skills organizations need to maintain competitive HR functions. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040. |
6 quarter credits |
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BUS4044 * |
Legal Issues in Human Resource Management
In this course, learners identify the scope and purpose of the legal framework of an enterprise. Learners analyze the effects of legal issues on an organization’s human resource management function. Learners also create strategies for managing legal issues and identify ways to implement them. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4045 * |
Recruiting, Retention, and Development
Learners investigate strategies for recruiting, selecting, and retaining top talent in support of the strategic needs of an organization. Learners analyze talent and acquisition strategies within the context of laws and regulations and explore current recruitment and selection techniques. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4046 * |
Employee and Labor Relations
Learners investigate the dynamics of creating a mutually beneficial relationship between employer and employee, including maintaining legal compliance and cultivating positive employee morale. Learners analyze and interpret factors that affect the relationships between employees and organizations and how workplace policies can influence ethically and legally sound human resource management practices. Learners also identify and evaluate the impact of labor unions on the organization. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040, BUS4045. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4047 * |
Employee Training and Development
In this course, learners assess and apply strategies of building effective training solutions that support an organization’s human resource management goals. Learners identify business strategies that lead to measurable and meaningful performance results, and gain and practice a deeper understanding of learning organizations. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4048 * |
International Human Resource Management Issues
This course is an introduction to human resource management (HRM) in multinational corporations. Learners analyze global issues that affect HRM practices and investigate the role of culture and its influence in these organizations. Prerequisite(s): BUS3040. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4801 |
Ethics and Enterprise
The focus of this course is on the economic, social, and environmental effects of business decisions and policies. Learners identify significant ethical issues affecting today’s multicultural business environment and evaluate how businesses have responded to them through policy development. Through case studies and examples of current business practices, learners analyze successful and unsuccessful strategies for establishing ethical standards and corporate social responsibility. |
6 quarter credits |
BUS4802 |
Change Management
In this course, learners explore change management by examining the dynamics of change. Learners practice change management concepts through professionally relevant, hands-on activities. In addition, learners gain the knowledge and skills required to lead, facilitate, and support change management. Learners examine their own experiences to gain an understanding of the unfolding dynamics of planned and unplanned change in organizations from the multiple perspectives of various stakeholders. Learners analyze creative problem solving, team development, roles and responsibilities, knowledge and skills development, communication tools, and broad participation in the change process. |
6 quarter credits |
Elective courses
At least 39 quarter credits
Choose 39 quarter credits of additional undergraduate courses.║
Capstone course
At least 6 quarter credits
Taken during the learner’s final quarter:
BUS4993 |
Business Capstone Project
The capstone project is the culmination of the BS in Business degree program. Learners demonstrate their technical and applied business knowledge and competencies along with critical-thinking and communication skills. Learners also formulate ideas for a new business product or service, create a vision, and develop a strategic plan that describes how to implement their concept. For BS in Business learners only. Must be taken during the learner’s final quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. |
6 quarter credits |
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Total
At least 180 quarter credits, including a minimum of 54 quarter credits from the 3000/4000 level
* Denotes courses that have prerequisite(s). Refer to the descriptions for further details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
† Learners who are determined to need additional support developing academic and professional writing and reading skills based on academic assessment must take ACS1003 during their first quarter.
‡ Learners who have completed ACS1003 are required to take BUS3003.
§ Learners who are not required to take ACS1003 are placed in BUS3007.
║ Learners who have completed ACS1003 choose 33 quarter credits of additional undergraduate courses.
GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.
If you’re highly motivated, looking to save time and money, and crave the freedom and flexibility of setting your own pace, you may want to consider FlexPath. Rather than face weekly deadlines, you’ll work at your own pace to complete a series of assessments for each course.
There’s no limit to the number of courses you can complete per session — you’ll still pay the same flat tuition rate every 12 weeks.
Capella offers online prep courses to prepare you for success in your Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and SHRM exams.* These Capella certification exam preparation courses are designed by subject matter experts, and include discussion questions, application exercises, and module exams to develop specific HR competencies.
*While pass rates on the PHR® and SPHR® exam tend to improve for those taking the review course, no guarantee can be made that completion of this course will result in success on this exam. Individuals are encouraged to use this review course as a guide in their preparation and to seek additional assistance as they determine is necessary.
Each unit consists of readings, discussions, and other activities you will be expected to complete throughout the week. Assignments are due on Sundays, though not every course requires an assignment each week.
In each course, you will receive a detailed scoring guide that describes expectations for every graded assignment.
Grades are based on your participation in weekly reading discussions and completion of assignments. You will also be assessed on your ability to demonstrate an understanding of expected outcomes for your program or specialization. These outcomes are based on the needs and performance standards of your field or discipline.
There are many ways to reduce tuition costs, including transferring credits which can help save time and money. You can transfer up to 135 credits into this specialization.