Business Management Business Management in New Bedford Bachelor of Science (BS) degree completion program Overview & Curriculum Program Features Careers Faculty Program Costs Apply Now Apply Now Request More Info Learn to be a business leader. By partnering with the Demello International Center in New Bedford, MA, we’ve made it easy for you to develop the skills you need to take your business life to the next level. With a bachelor’s degree from Lesley, you’ll find your purpose and start your path to becoming an innovative leader in the world of business. If you live or work in Bristol County, you’re eligible to take classes in a location that’s convenient for you at a time that fits into your schedule. Choose from evening and weekend classes in a hybrid model, and gain the opportunity to continue into an accelerated master's degree in business. And thanks to Lesley’s community partnerships and the exclusive DeMello stipend, there are scholarships and financial aid opportunities that can make earning your degree more affordable than you think. You’ll gain the skills in communication and innovative problem solving that are needed to succeed in today’s dynamic workplaces. You’ll also hone your ability to interpret and present complex data and research. And at Lesley we know learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom, so you’ll participate in internships that will give you real-world experience. All the courses are taught by our renowned Lesley University faculty. With our small class sizes, you’ll find mentors and professors who know you by your first name. You’ll be guided by instructors with deep knowledge of the business world, who will teach you an interdisciplinary skill set that emphasizes both theory and practice. With a degree from Lesley, you'll join a network of over 90,000 alumni. You'll find a lifetime of support and connections. And as a Business Management major, you'll have the opportunity to join the Delta Mu Delta International Honors Society in Business. Questions? Do you have questions about the program? Want to talk to an advisor? Email demello@lesley.edu and we'll be in touch. Read more + Request more information Email Address Submit New Bedford Inquiry Form Program Structure Here's a snapshot of what your course of study could look like. 61 credits Major Courses 44 Credits 13 courses in Business Management, plus a 4-credit Strategic Management Capstone Electives 17 Credits Choose from courses in a variety of topics View Program of Study Thinking about transferring here? Log in to Transferology, add the courses you've taken, and see how they'll transfer to Lesley University. $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) The Double Lynx Scholarship pays big. Every student who earns an undergraduate degree from Lesley is eligible to receive 12 graduate credits toward any master's degree we offer, 100% free. That's potentially over $16,200. Read all about it. Alumni Satisfaction Ranked #20 by alumni According to a survey published in Forbes, Lesley ranks #20 nationwide for providing a high-quality education that is worth the cost. View the survey results. Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs Our business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Read more about our accreditation with ACBSP. The DeMello Center: Watch a Virtual Info Session “I want to learn about how people interact and use media to make amazing things happen.” Eileen Finegan ’17 Business Management Good fit for Multitaskers / Communicators / Innovators / Leaders / Organizers / Questioners / Problem solvers. 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: Business Analyst Sales Manager Financial Analyst Entrepreneur Project Manager Recruiter Human Resources Manager 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: Bank of America New York Life CVS Caremark Citizens Financial Group Anthem Blue Cross Accenture State Street Bank Faculty Robert McGrath Associate Professor Kim Ruegger Associate Provost for Liberal Arts & Business Raquel Lopez Chair of Business Robert McGrath Associate Professor Robert's areas of expertise include: leadership, organizational behavior, ethics, first-year seminars, experiential learning, and business/management education. Prior to his work in academia, he held numerous officer positions in the banking industry. Before joining the faculty at Lesley, he was Director of the MBA program and Assistant Professor of Business at Endicott College in Beverly, MA. He has held faculty appointments at Northeastern University, Salem State College, and North Shore Community College. He holds a BA and an MBA from Boston College as well as a PhD from Lesley University. Read Full Bio Publications, Presentations Kim Ruegger Associate Provost for Liberal Arts & Business Kim brings expertise in business management, administration and developing critical written managerial communication skills. Prior to joining academia, she was employed as a financial and credit analyst in the Boston area. She holds a BA in Political Science/Spanish and an MBA in Finance. Read Full Bio Presentations Raquel Lopez Chair of Business Dr. Raquel Lopez has a bachelor’s degree in Business and a master’s degree in International Business. To pursue excellence in teaching, she earned a doctoral degree in Education with emphasis in Organizational Leadership in 2012. Raquel has published academic papers extensively, writing about many organizational issues, technology, and the connections between brain function and leadership. She has taught in many universities throughout the state of Massachusetts and teaches business courses at the Pine Manor College, New England College, Fisher College, and Lesley University. Raquel owns a consulting business for small and medium size schools and daycare centers. She also consults and develops courses for universities and colleges. Other than having a passion for education, she takes time to focus on her main passion, her son Alexander, playing and teaching him to be “The Great.” Read Full Bio Scholarly Publications, Professional Conference Presentations Approximate cost for 30 credits in this degree completion program. Business Management in New Bedford Off-Campus (in New Bedford/Bristol County) Off-Campus in New Bedford (No Bristol County Affiliation) Tuition $472.50/credit x 30 credits $14,175 Fees Comprehensive Fee $1,220 Total Estimated Cost We have shown the cost of taking 30 credits part-time. Because of our commitment to offering affordable and accessible educational opportunities in Bristol County through our New Bedford location, if you live or work in Bristol County, Massachusetts you are eligible for a reduced tuition rate in select academic programs. Students who are enrolled in eligible bachelor's degree completion programs will receive a 10% scholarship discount off our regular off-campus rate of $475/credit. Those who do not live or work in Bristol County would pay the $475/credit tuition rate for the off-campus program. Review all undergraduate tuition and fees, and what they cover. Tuition and fees are subject to change each year, effective June 1. Tuition $525/credit x 30 $15,750 Fees Comprehensive Fee $915 Total Estimated Cost We have shown the cost of taking 30 credits part-time. Review all undergraduate tuition and fees, and what they cover. Tuition and fees are subject to change each year, effective June 1. Apply Now Ready to get started? We're here to make the application process as smooth as possible. Just answer a few quick questions, and get your customized application guide. Are you a US or International student? US student International student View apply guide View Full Program Cost Approximate cost for 30 credits in this degree completion program. Tuition and fees are for the 2024-2025 academic year. Financial Aid Use our step-by-step guide to apply for federal, state, and university funding. Scholarships, grants, Work-Study, and loans. It’s all right here. Next steps to apply Ready to get started? We're here to make the application process as smooth as possible. Just answer a few quick questions, and get your customized application guide. Apply Now