Business Management

Business Management

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Become the leader you want to be.

Explore what it takes to develop and lead a successful business and become a force in the global marketplace.

Start by discovering your personal strengths as an individual and as a leader. Learn how to promote community, justice, and a more sustainable future with our reimagined general education curriculum. Study the latest in business and leadership theory and get hands-on experience through a combination of real-world business challenges, role play, group projects, and one-on-one mentorship and coaching.

In our program, you’ll discover the leadership style that’s yours alone. You’ll do this with the help of faculty who know you on a first-name basis. Faculty who have forged successful careers in the business world. And who know what it takes to make it.

You'll blaze a trail in the global business world as you grow into your career as a digital marketer, social media marketing specialist, accountant, community outreach manager, bank specialist, and many more possibilities.

You can then customize your education by choosing from one of our many specializations. You'll become an expert and dive deeply into the theory of brand design and marketing, marketing, sports marketing and management, or organizational leadership.

And with a closely guided internships in some of the best places to work in Greater Boston—like the Side Kick Sports Academy, Harvard Athletics, Resilient Local Economies, WGBH Radio, and many more—you’ll gain first-hand experience in the day-to-day operations of a variety of organizations and companies. With support from faculty alongside the connections you make, you'll leave Lesley ready to launch a career in the rapidly-evolving business landscape.

Our program stands apart because of our emphasis on preparing business management majors for life. We prioritize leader development, classroom based experiential learning, external based experiential learning, and professional development. Through our Lesley management experience, you'll gain the skills needed to succeed in today's agile business world.

If you're the go-getter type (and we know you are), you’re also already wondering about grad school. Good news: You can earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in five years through our dual-degree program. Open doors to a wider range of career opportunities right after graduation. And save time and money on graduate tuition.

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Program Structure

Full-time or part-time on-campus program

120 Credits
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Sports Marketing and Management

Turn your passion for sports, physical fitness, and team dynamics into a career as a coach, athletic trainer, or sports marketer. As a sport management student, you’ll cultivate the knowledge and skills needed to lead private, public, and nonprofit sports organizations.

Gain an understanding of the role sports play in society and their broader socio-cultural and economic impact. From there, explore sports in connection to human behavior and motivation.

Examine athletics through a scientific lens in anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and psychology courses. And hone your leadership skills while learning to manage recreational activities for children and young adults. Home to multiple world-renowned championship teams, Boston is one of the most competitive cities for sports-related internships. (Did someone say Fenway?)

Learn More About the Sports Marketing and Management Specialization.

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Financial Planning Minor

Prepare to sit for the Financial Planner Certification (CFP) exam by completing a minor in Financial Planning. Lesley University is part of a consortium of colleges and universities offering the courses in the program.

You'll take 7 online courses with faculty members from the schools in the consortium. Each course is 8 weeks long. This minor is available to all Lesley undergraduate students and you do not have to be a business management major to participate.

Learn more about the minor in Financial Planning.

“I'm always coming up with new and creative ways to market real-world clients through my internship.”
Carly Eaton ’16, Business Management
Craft Creative Combinations
As a Business Management major, you can choose an optional business specialization or pursue one of our minors in another subject to become a well-rounded business leader.

Forge your own path with a creative combination:
Gain Skills and Expertise
Here's a taste of what you'll learn in our Business Management program:
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Small College, Big University

Within the dynamic environment of a larger university, you'll receive the personalized education of a small liberal arts college of 1,300 students and hands-on attention from specialized faculty. Our business management program integrates our strong foundation in liberal arts, which 75 percent of executives believe prepares better employees, according to a survey of CEOs by the Association of American Colleges and Universities.

$105,660
Average salary for business management professionals in the U.S.
This was the highest wage of all the major occupational groups in 2019. Additionally, employment in management occupations is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations, and will result in about 505,000 new jobs.

(Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2019)
Careers
Jobs You Could Have
Job opportunities in business are projected to expand by six percent over the next ten years, and Greater Boston is a great place to start your career. Job titles for someone with a business degree include:
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Business Management
Scott Wheeler ’10
“Sports really have driven my career path,” notes Scott Wheeler. Sport drew him to Lesley to play soccer (and later volleyball & tennis). At Lesley his major was management (with a sports focus) and a minor in global studies. Scott’s sports background helped him land an internship with the New England Revolution and a part time position with the Red Sox Grounds Crew. Moving to Atlanta after graduation, Scott landed a job with the Atlanta Silverbacks (a professional Division 2 soccer team), ending up as their facility director. Five years later, his next stop was with Topgolf. As Sales Account Manager, he notes he “currently helps corporate groups setup team building outings.” And lastly, sports at Lesley helped shape Scott's life in perhaps the most important way. He met his wife playing volleyball in an Atlanta sports league.
Careers
Where You Could Work
Work across a wide range of industries, from banking to technology, healthcare, communications, and beyond. Some of the top employers in New England for someone with a business degree include:
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Cambridge is our campus. Boston is our neighbor.

As a business management major at Lesley, you'll take classes on our three beautiful Cambridge campuses, including our South Campus a few blocks from Harvard Square. Discover the Cambridge and Boston area—a dynamic hub of professional opportunity, service work, culture, and fun that few other cities can match. And, build your résumé through internships in some of the best places to work in Greater Boston—the East Coast hub for start-ups and tech leaders.

Faculty

Approximate cost, before financial aid, for one year of study in this undergraduate program.
Business Management
Housing Options
Compare the cost of the program for students who live on campus in a residence hall with the cost for commuter students.
  • Tuition
    Fall Tuition
    $16,663
    Spring Tuition
    $16,663
  • Fees
    Fall Comprehensive Fee
    $465
    Spring Comprehensive Fee
    $465
  • Room & Board
    Fall Health and Wellness Fee
    $465
    Spring Health and Wellness Fee
    $465
    Fall Room (double, triple, or quad room)
    $5,999
    Spring Room (double, triple, or quad room)
    $5,999
    Fall Meal Plan
    $3,961
    Spring Meal Plan
    $3,961
    Housing Deposit (one-time fee)
    $300
  • Total cost before financial aid
Estimated Cost

Merit Scholarships & Financial Aid

It’s our goal at Lesley to break down financial barriers so that students who want to learn here, can learn here. That’s why we offer generous, customized aid packages for students based on their individual needs. In fact, more than 98% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid. Learn more about Financial Aid & Scholarships.

Tuition & Fees

Other fees may apply. Review all undergraduate tuition and fees, and what they cover.

Tuition and fees are subject to change each year, effective June 1.

Housing Options
Compare the cost of the program for students who live on campus in a residence hall with the cost for commuter students.
  • Tuition
    Fall Tuition
    $16,663
    Spring Tuition
    $16,663
  • Fees
    Fall Comprehensive Fee
    $465
    Spring Comprehensive Fee
    $465
  • Room & Board
    Fall Health and Wellness Fee
    $465
    Spring Health and Wellness Fee
    $465
    Fall Room (double, triple, or quad room)
    $5,999
    Spring Room (double, triple, or quad room)
    $5,999
    Fall Meal Plan
    $3,961
    Spring Meal Plan
    $3,961
    Housing Deposit (one-time fee)
    $300
  • Total cost before financial aid
Estimated Cost

Merit Scholarships & Financial Aid

It’s our goal at Lesley to break down financial barriers so that students who want to learn here, can learn here. That’s why we offer generous, customized aid packages for students based on their individual needs. In fact, more than 98% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid. Learn more about Financial Aid & Scholarships.

Tuition & Fees

Other fees may apply. Review all undergraduate tuition and fees, and what they cover.

Tuition and fees are subject to change each year, effective June 1.

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Approximate cost, before financial aid, for one year of study in this undergraduate program. Tuition and fees are for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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