Business

8-week terms allow for start dates throughout the year
Complete this BSBA track in as little as 40 months at the Accelerated program pace
WCU evaluates transfer credits for acceptance
Specialized courses on various aspects of business administration in the healthcare setting
Flexible study schedule with 24/7 access to your online coursework
Access to LinkedIn Learning to supplement your coursework and bolster your resume
A Career Services team that partners with you every step of your job search
In our online BSBA – Health Administration & Leadership track you will learn the fundamentals of healthcare management, healthcare policy, economics, and management. It’s a business degree that focuses on preparing you to make a difference in healthcare organizations.
Enjoy the flexibility of a virtual classroom while learning from seasoned business and healthcare professionals!
Distance Education/Online
120 Credits
40 Months
10 Trimesters
Distance Education/Online
120 Credits
80 Months
20 Trimesters
Prior to Spring I 2024
To achieve the graduation requirement of 120 credits, all students must complete 39 credits of general education courses. Students may request to satisfy general education credit requirements through transfer credit per university policy.
Category and Requirements | CWCU Course Requirements | CTransferable / Options |
A1- Written Communication (5 Semester Credits and 2 Courses Minimum) |
Written communication courses cover the use of writing as a means of conveying information. In these courses, students will utilize discussions, papers, essays, research, etc. to examine, analyze, and transmit information in an appropriate academic or professional manner. (Transferable courses will generally have ENG, JRN, or COM prefix) | Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
A2. Oral Communication (2.5 Semester Credits Minimum) |
Oral communication courses cover the use of language and speech as a means of conveying information. In these courses, students will utilize language and speech to disseminate information to audiences as appropriate. (Transferable courses will generally have SPE, COM, JRN, ENG, or BUS prefix) |
Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
A3. Critical Thinking (5.0 Semester Credits 2 Minimum) |
Critical thinking courses provide the skills necessary to make complex decisions. In these courses, students will utilize complex thinking, logic, and other skills to analyze decision making processes. (Transferable courses will generally have PHI, LOG, or COM prefixes | Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
A4. Quantitative Reasoning (5 Semester Credits and 2 Courses Minimum) |
Quantitative reasoning courses provide the skills to process, analyze, and interpret data. In these courses students will utilize math to solve problems. (Transferable courses generally have MAT or STAT prefixes) | Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
B1– Social and Behavioral Sciences / Cultural Diversity, Tradition (8 Semester Credits and 3 Courses Minimum) |
Social and behavioral science, cultural diversity, and tradition courses cover a broad range of humanities disciplines. Courses in this competency may cover social interactions, human behavior, cultural diversity, aesthetic awareness, art appreciation and creation, history, civic duty, and other areas in the field. (Transferable courses generally have SOC, SSC, PSY, ART, HIS, LIB, ENG, ANT, REL, POL, LNG, CRJ, or related prefixes) | Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
B2. Life and Physical Sciences (2.5 Semester Credits and 1 Courses Minimum) |
Life and Physical Science courses cover vary disciplines within the scientific field. Courses in this field may cover any scientific discipline within life and physical sciences. (Transferable courses generally have BIO, CHEM, PHYS, ENV, NRM, or SCI prefixes) | Any course that meets the General Education category and requirements. |
B3. General Education Capstone (3 Semester Credits) |
CAPS 402 (3): General Education Capstone | Non-transferable |
In addition to the courses above, all students must complete FYS 002 (3): Foundations of Success (Non-transferable). A minimum of 39 credits is required for graduation |
Effective Spring I 2024
A complete list of General Education Competency Outcome requirements and a complete list of WCU General Education Course Offerings are available on the General Education Page.
Category and Requirements | WCU Course Requirements | Transferable / Options |
A. Written Communications (5 semester credits and 2 courses minimum) | Any competency area A WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area A outcomes |
B. Oral and Interpersonal Communications (2.5 semester credits minimum and 1 course minimum) | Any competency area B WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area B outcomes |
C. Critical Thinking and Ethical Reasoning (5 semester credits and 2 courses minimum) | Any competency area C WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area C outcomes |
D. Quantitative Literacy (5 semester credits and 2 courses minimum) | Any competency area D course | Any college level course meeting competency area D outcomes |
E. Social and Behavioral Sciences Awareness (5 semester credits and 2 courses minimum) | Any competency area E WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area E outcomes |
F. Historical, Cultural, and Aesthetic Recognition (5 semester credits and 2 courses minimum) | Any competency area F WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area F outcomes |
G. Scientific Reasoning (2.5 semester credits minimum and 1 course minimum) | Any competency area G WCU course | Any college level course meeting competency area G outcomes |
None | Foundations of Success | Non-Transferable, requirement met by taking FYS 002 (3 credits) |
Elective Requirements (30 credits):
To achieve the graduation requirement of 120 credits, all students must complete 30 credits of electives. Students may request to satisfy all or a portion of the elective credit requirements through transfer credit for previous education. Additionally, students may complete available online courses offered by the university to satisfy elective credit (some restrictions apply). Unless otherwise requested, students will take the following university courses to meet the elective requirements.
ACC 225: Financial Accounting or Other Elective | |
ACC 225: Financial Accounting or Other Elective | |
BUS 135: Survey of Economics or Other Elective | |
BUS 250: Project Management or Other Elective | |
BUS 350: Corporate Finance or Other Elective | |
COMM 200: Interpersonal Communication or Other Elective | |
ENGL 250: Technical Writing or Other Elective | |
PH 100: Introduction to Public Health or Other Elective | |
PHIL 435: Methods of Conflict Resolution or Other Elective | |
PSYC 200: Emotional Intelligence or Other Elective | |
SCI 210: Survey of Science and Technology or Other Elective | |
Bridge Courses:
Students who have completed at least thirty-nine (39) credits of coursework with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 may also satisfy up to nine (9) credits of elective coursework through the completion of three (3) credit graduate level bridge courses in-residence. All in-residence three (3) credit graduate level courses completed as part of an undergraduate program may be used to satisfy graduate requirements.
To achieve the graduation requirement of 120 credits, all students must complete 51 credits of core and track courses. Core courses provide students with the specific discipline experience required for the degree. Tracks allow students to create interdisciplinary degrees based on personal career goals. All students will complete at least 39 core course credits as detailed below. The remaining 12 credits are based on the program track the student is enrolled in. The currently available programs are:
– Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)
– BSBA – Health Administration and Leadership Track
A minimum grade of a “C” will be required to receive course credit in the BSBA program. Should a student receive a “D+” grade or lower, it will not be considered a passing grade for the BSBA program and the student will be required to retake the course. The earned grade will be counted into the student’s CGPA and will be replaced once the course is repeated with a passing grade. The student will be placed on an academic action plan to repeat the course and meet with the program Chair.
Core courses (39 credits)
ACC 125 | Fundamentals of Accounting | 3 |
ACC 150 | Principles of Finance | 3 |
BUS 120 | Business Communications | 3 |
BUS 200 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
BUS 220 | Introduction to Marketing | 3 |
BUS 225 | Information Systems Operations and Analysis | 3 |
BUS 290 | Microeconomics | 3 |
BUS 300 | Organizational Leadership | 3 |
BUS 310 | Introduction to Business Law and Ethics | 3 |
BUS 330 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
BUS 360 | Strategic Management | 3 |
BUS 370 | Business Analytics for Decision Making | 3 |
BUS 450 | Global Business Environment | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 39 |
BUS 320 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
BUS 385 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
BUS 390 | Social Media and Marketing | 3 |
BUS 400 | Financial Statement Analysis and Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Track Courses
Health Administration and Leadership Track:
Track courses to be completed in the Health Administration and Leadership Track (12 credits)
HA 110 | Introduction to Healthcare Management | 3 |
HA 320 | Healthcare Policy and Economics | 3 |
HA 440 | Introduction to Strategic Planning and Organizational Management in Healthcare Organizations | 3 |
HA 450 | Leadership in Healthcare | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
We know school is a substantial commitment. At WCU, we want to equip you with all the information you need to make the right decision for your future.
Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of BSBA – Health Administration & Leadership online tuition costs so you can be well-informed as you navigate the application and enrollment process. To assist you in your decision, we provide a breakdown below of the BSBA – Health Administration & Leadership track costs at West Coast University.
We offer several financial aid options — including scholarships, grants, and loan access — to help support you through your studies. For more information about your financial support options, visit our financial aid page.
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science | ||
Total Program Credits | 120 | ||
Program Length (full time) | 10 trimesters | ||
Non-Military Rate | Veteran Rate1 | Active Duty Rate2 | |
General Education Courses (per credit x 69 credits) | $460 | $391 | $250 |
Core Courses (per credit x 51 credits) | $460 | $391 | $250 |
Total Tuition Cost | $55,200 | $46,920 | $30,000 |
STRF3 | $150 | $130 | $87.50 |
Technology Fee4 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees5 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $60,250 | $51,970 | $35,050 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $60,400 | $52,100 | $35,137.50 |
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science | ||
Total Program Credits | 120 | ||
Program Length (full time) | 20 trimesters | ||
Non-Military Rate | Veteran Rate1 | Active Duty Rate2 | |
General Education Courses (per credit x 69 credits) | $460 | $391 | $250 |
Core Courses (per credit x 51 credits) | $460 | $391 | $250 |
Total Tuition Cost | $55,200 | $46,920 | $30,000 |
STRF3 | $162.50 | $142.50 | $100 |
Technology Fee4 | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees5 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $65,250 | $56,970 | $40,050 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $65,412.50 | $57,112.50 | $40,150 |
Effective Spring I 2024
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science |
Total Program Credits | 120 |
Program Length(full time) | 10 trimesters |
General Education Courses(per credit x 69 credits) | $460 |
Core Courses(per credit x 51 credits) | $460 |
Total Tuition Cost | $55,200 |
STRF3 | $150 |
Technology Fee4 | $5,000 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees5 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $60,250 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $60,400 |
Degree Type | Bachelor of Science |
Total Program Credits | 120 |
Program Length(full time) | 20 trimesters |
General Education Courses(per credit x 69 credits) | $460 |
Core Courses (per credit x 51 credits) | $460 |
Total Tuition Cost | $55,200 |
STRF3 | $162.50 |
Technology Fee4 | $10,000 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees5 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $65,250 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $65,412.50 |
Indirect Costs
8 Month Academic Year6 | ||
with parents | off campus | |
Federal Student Loan Fees | $100 | $100 |
Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $2,384 | $7,936 |
Transportation | $1,648 | $1,648 |
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $5,392 | $5,392 |
Total | $9,524 | $15,076 |
* Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated or Working Professional, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course a term
1 Rate provided to Veterans, Veteran Spouse, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees. The military rate will no longer be offered after Fall II 2023.
2 Rate provided to Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Department of Defense employees. The military rate will no longer be offered after Fall II 2023.
3 Effective April 1, 2022, the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) assessment rate will be two dollars and fifty cents ($2.50) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges.
The State of California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution, who is or was a California resident while enrolled, or was enrolled in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss. Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must pay the state-imposed assessment for the STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition.
You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if you are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program.
It is important that you keep copies of your enrollment agreement, financial aid documents, receipts, or any other information that documents the amount paid to the school. Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 1747 N. Market Blvd. Ste 225 Sacramento, CA 95834, (916) 431-6959 or (888) 370-7589.
To be eligible for STRF, you must be a California resident or enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid or deemed to have paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:
To qualify for STRF reimbursement, the application must be received within four (4) years from the date of the action or event that made the student eligible for recovery from STRF.
A student whose loan is revived by a loan holder or debt collector after a period of noncollection may, at any time, file a written application for recovery from STRF for the debt that would have otherwise been eligible for recovery. If it has been more than four (4) years since the action or event that made the student eligible, the student must have filed a written application for recovery within the original four (4) year period, unless the period has been extended by another act of law.
However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number
4 Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
5 Program supplies include WCU identification card and background check.
6 The purpose of the Cost of Attendance (COA) is to provide students and families with an estimated cost to attend West Coast University. The COA includes both direct and indirect cost estimates. Direct costs are paid directly to West Coast University and are shown separately for each program. Indirect costs are not paid to West Coast University and are estimates students may use to budget expenses they may incur while attending school. While actual indirect costs may vary, West Coast University estimates these amounts based on the number of months in an academic year and whether students will live with parents or off campus.
Applicants for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration must meet the following admissions requirements:
For more information on our admission requirements, including information on transferring credits, please visit our catalog.
New academic terms begin, on average, every eight weeks. You can discuss your expected length of study with your student advisor. Review our Academic Calendar and then apply to begin your program on the next start date.
When you graduate from WCU, you don’t have to navigate the job market alone! Our Career Services team provides various types of assistance to our students and graduates, including but not limited to:
Whether you need help writing a strong resume or you’re looking for tips for upcoming interviews, we can provide you with valuable guidance.
Placement Opportunities
As a BSBA – Health Administration and Leadership graduate, there are a variety of placement opportunities that may be available to you. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical and health services managers can work in a range of settings, including:
As a WCU BSBA student, you will not only be exposed to a broad base of foundational knowledge in core areas of business, but you’ll also have complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning.
One week of each core or track business class offers you the opportunity to choose a LinkedIn Learning short course, aligned with your WCU course content, to complete as your assignment. You’ll receive certificates of completion that you can add to your LinkedIn profile, share with your network, and include on your resume, which can help make your more marketable in your future job searches.
With more than 18 years of management and finance experience and over 14 years of teaching, Dr. Keith Wade has taught both undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of business principles, including financial modeling, risk analysis, economics, management, and more.
Dr. Wade earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration, Finance from Northcentral University and his Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Management from Argosy University. His vast experience includes working with Fortune 500 companies, including serving as a supply chain management consultant for Ford Motor Company since 2006. In the past, he has served in the peer review board of the Journal of Institutional Research (JIR) and achieved Six Sigma Black Belt certification. He is a member of multiple professional organizations including the American Finance Association and the American Management Association.
In addition to teaching business and finance classes at West Coast University since 2021, Dr. Wade launched and runs his own financial trading mentorship company.
Jane Russ is an assistant professor at West Coast University, teaching online courses on organizational behavior, macroeconomics, managerial accounting, business law, and management.
Dr. Russ received her bachelor’s degree from Rider University in New Jersey, before earning her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from LaSalle University and her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Organizational Leadership from Northcentral University. She has held numerous positions at large organizations, including working in strategic planning for Ford Motors Credit Company and acting as an administrative contracting officer for the Department of Defense. She is a member of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) was elected as the finance officer for AAUW Tucson in 2019, a board member position she still holds.
Since 2010, Dr. Russ has also been teaching finance and accounting to online students at various universities, including developing online courses in managerial accounting and advanced cost accounting. In 2021, she joined the West Coast University team, helping prepare our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration students.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical and health services managers “plan, direct, and coordinate the business activities of healthcare providers.” These managers, who are also called “healthcare administrators” and “healthcare executives,” may be tasked with overseeing an entire facility or just a specific department or clinical unit a within the facility. Their duties span far and wide, ranging from improving operational efficiency to managing finances to ensuring the facility meets legal and regulatory compliance, and more.3
Medical and health services managers typically work in the offices of healthcare facilities such as hospitals, group medical practices, and nursing homes, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.3
WCU considers credit transfers for the BSBA program. Students may transfer up to:
Talk to your advisor to learn more about your options for transferring credits.
Our online BSBA degree program is designed to be flexible for working adults. With your coursework being 100% remote, you have the flexibility to build your school schedule around your work schedule, as there are no set class hours. Watch your lectures and complete your assignments before or after your shifts, or on your days off. While we do have weekly deadlines to keep students on track, you get to decide your study hours. You can also choose to take fewer classes per term if that’s helpful for balancing school with work.
This track can be completed in as little as 40 months at the Accelerated pace. The Working Professional pace (80 months) provides flexibility for students who may not be able to study full-time. Our admissions advisors can help you understand your options during the application process.
Through WCU’s BSBA bridge program, an undergraduate student can get a head start on their graduate studies, such as their Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Health Administration (MHA). Bridge students are allowed to take three courses at the graduate level during their time in the BSBA program. This can help them shorten the amount of time it will take them to graduate with their master’s degree.
Financial aid, grants, and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Among the scholarships offered are the Alumni Pathway Grant (covering up to 20% of tuition), the WCU Health Services Grant (covering up to 10% of tuition), and the WCU Performance Scholarship (covering up to 15% of tuition). For additional information, view our online scholarships and grants page.
West Coast University is accredited by WASC Senior College of University Commission (WSCUC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). 1001 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 402 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001/ https://www.wscuc.org/
Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify.
1 WCU evaluates transfer credits for acceptance. For the BSBA program, we can accept a total of up to 90 transfer credits (up to 33 general education course credits, up to 30 elective course credits, and up to 27 core and track course credits).
2 WCU provides career guidance and assistance but cannot guarantee employment.
3 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical and Health Services Managers, Updated September 8, 2022