Business Administration
Faculty: Management/Social Sciences | Department: B.Sc Business Administration
Course Description
Business Administration is the study of the principles, practices, and processes involved in managing and operating organizations effectively and efficiently. This course provides students with a broad understanding of core business functions, including management, marketing, finance, human resource management, operations, and entrepreneurship.The course examines how organizations plan, organize, lead, and control resources to achieve strategic objectives in dynamic and competitive environments. Students will explore decision-making processes, leadership styles, organizational behavior, business ethics, and the impact of economic and technological changes on modern enterprises.
Emphasis is placed on practical problem-solving, strategic thinking, teamwork, and communication skills necessary for successful business management. By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in business concepts and be prepared to apply administrative and managerial principles in various organizational settings.
Admission Requirements
1. Undergraduate Programmes (100 Level)✔ Minimum of five (5) credits in SSCE/WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB (O’Level), including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
✔ These credits should be in subjects relevant to your chosen course (e.g., science subjects for science courses).
✔ Some courses have extra requirements:
• Law – Must include English Language, Literature in English and Mathematics credits.
• Nursing – Requires relevant nursing certificates (RN/RM) plus O’Level credits.
✔ Minimum age: Usually must be at least 16 years old.
✔ JAMB/UTME: BOU usually do not require JAMB UTME for undergraduate admissions; emphasis is on O’Level results.
2. Direct Entry / 200 Level
If you already have a post-secondary qualification:
✔ National Diploma (OND) – with at least Upper Credit from a recognized institution.
✔ Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) – with the required passes relevant to the programme.
✔ A’Level / IJMB / IB – passes in relevant subjects plus required O’Level credits.
3. Inter-University Transfer
When applying for transfer consideration, prepare the following:
✔ Your academic transcript from your current/previous university.
✔ Completed Credit Transfer Claim Form(s) from BOU.
✔ Evidence of meeting the general BOU entry requirements (e.g., O’Level credits, JAMB registration number where applicable).
✔ Any additional documents BOU requests (e.g., application form, ID, programme documents).