The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Management Studies degree is organized to provide a general overview of the operations of business and the business environment. The Bachelor of Science in Management Studies is offered in two formats: (1) evening courses and (2) an accelerated format of evening and weekend courses. Prospective students should contact Undergraduate Student Services (617-353-2980) to determine which format would best meet their needs.
A minimum grade of C must be maintained in all management courses, and is required for graduation.
Transfer students must fulfill the degree curriculum and residency requirements as set forth for the Bachelor of Science degree.

Distribution Requirements (total 48 credits)

• English: Two courses: MET EN 104 and EN 201. 

• Mathematics: MET MA 120 or higher.

• Computer Science: One course: 
MET CS 101.
• Natural Science: Two natural science courses, each from a different discipline, selected from natural science offerings designated by the letter (N).

• Literature: Any 100- or 200-level English literature course or HU MET 221.
• Philosophy: One course.

• History: One course.
• Economics: MET EC 101 Introductory Microeconomic Analysis and EC 102 Introductory Macroeconomic Analysis.
• Additional: One course from distribution course offerings in the humanities (H).

Degree Core Courses (total 32 credits)

• MET MG 415 Project Management
• MET MG 448 Electronic Commerce, Systems, and Web Design
• MET MG 472 Financial Concepts
• MET MG 473 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision Making
• MET MG 503 Business in a Changing Society
• MET MG 520 International Business Management
• MET MG 541 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services
• MET MG 550 International Business Law and Regulation

Business Electives (total 8 credits)

Select two business electives from MET Management (MG) offerings at the 400 level or above.

Free Electives (total 40 credits)

Courses should be selected to complement and broaden the student’s background. When selecting these courses, students should consult with their academic counselor.

Contact Information

For further information, contact Undergraduate Student Services, 755 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 102, Boston, MA 02215; 617-353-2980; email: metuss@bu.edu.

Boston University offers the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Science in Management Studies on a fast track in just twenty months. The Accelerated Degree Completion Program follows a cohort format, with classes meeting on weekday evenings and Saturdays. This program provides a comprehensive foundation in the arts and sciences, as well as state-of-the-art management theory and practice in a wide range of management topics such as finance, electronic commerce, market analysis, and project and operations management, to name a few.

Applicants are selected based on their academic background and professional experience. They are expected to have completed a minimum of 64 transferable academic credits, including the equivalent of a freshman-level English writing course and a college-level course in mathematics or related quantitative area. Five years of full-time work experience is also required. A completed application and official high school and college transcripts are necessary for admission.

Program Curriculum (total 64 credits)

The Accelerated Degree Completion Program comprises 16 courses. Please see the Undergraduate Course Listing for all course descriptions. The program format is as follows:

Liberal Arts (total 20 credits)

• MET HU 400 Great Works of the Modern Era
• MET IS 400 Great Ideas in Western Thought
• MET IS 401 Communication Skills 1
• MET IS 402 Communication Skills 2
• MET IS 403 Natural Science in Contemporary Society

Management Core (total 44 credits)

• MET MG 415 Project Management
• MET MG 435 Advertising
• MET MG 448 Electronic Commerce, Systems, and Web Design
• MET MG 460 Senior Project I
• MET MG 461 Senior Project II
• MET MG 472 Financial Concepts
• MET MG 473 Quantitative and Qualitative Decision-Making
• MET MG 503 Business in a Changing Society
• MET MG 520 International Business Management
• MET MG 541 The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services
• MET MG 550 International Business Law and Regulation

Contact Information

For an information package on the Accelerated Degree Completion Program, please contact Student & Corporate Outreach at 617-353-6000 or met@bu.edu. If you would like to discuss the program with the program director, please contact Gerard Keegan: 617-358-3095 or gkeegan@bu.edu.