BS in Applied Business

Applied Business

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The BS in Applied Business program develops ethical, adaptable business professionals with the skills to identify, analyze and resolve problems for a wide range of employers in both the private and public sectors.

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The foundation for success in any business setting

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, business continues to be one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States, with employment options for business graduates expected to increase. Quinnipiac’s versatile, multidisciplinary BS in Applied Business positions you at the forefront of this growth, giving you the expertise to thrive in numerous roles in technologically driven business environments.

This program provides a strong foundation across all areas of business, from management and organizational behavior to international business, entrepreneurship, marketing, data analytics and information technology. This program is a perfect companion to virtually any business minor or major. It also provides a springboard into an MBA, or other graduate business program.

Career development and strong advising are major pillars of this program. Internships give you the opportunity to put your accumulated expertise to work. Additionally, job fairs and networking events allow you to make new industry connections every semester. Upon graduation, you’ll be ready for a range of business roles in many diverse industries, including manufacturing, health care, technology and services, sales, finance and investment services, and supply chain and distribution.

Program Statistics

100% Success Rate

Percentage of our 2023 program graduates who are employed, are pursuing graduate study or are starting their own companies six months after graduation (83.7% Knowledge Rate).

+7% In Demand

The projected percentage change in employment from 2021 to 2031 for business and financial occupations. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)

+7K Working Partnerships

The Quinnipiac University Handshake online job portal contains more than 7,000 local and international employers to connect with.

Our Reputation

Best Undergraduate Business Programs

U.S. News & World Report

Accreditation

The Quinnipiac School of Business is accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, placing it in the top 5% of business schools worldwide.

Strengthen Your Degree with a Co-Major

Declaring this co-major as part of your program designates you with a double degree, giving you the benefit of graduating with two bachelor’s degrees—and a high level of professional versatility.

Making impactful, real-world decisions

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Microlending Initiative

Quinnipiac issues small loans of up to $1,000 alongside consulting services to entrepreneurs and small businesses through local community and international partnerships. As students manage the underwriting and approval of the loans, they have the rare opportunity to develop strategies and apply management techniques with real funds in preparation for their careers.

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Experience A Day in the Life

Selfie of JP DiDonato, plays video — Ever wonder what it’s like to be a student in the applied business and political science programs? Join JP DiDonato ’25 as he takes you on a day in his life.

Career Paths

A degree in business positions you for a growing number of specialized and in-demand opportunities. Graduates gain valuable skills suited for a wide array of potential careers. Over 15,000 well-placed alumni have graduated from our programs, providing great connections to the job market.

Avg. Salary $54,371

Account managers are responsible for managing relationships with specific customers for their organization, including completing sales. These managers must have a thorough knowledge of their organization’s products and services and need to be able to make targeted pitches for current and future clients.

Avg. Salary $48,375

Sales representatives sell products and services for a company, either directly to consumers or to other businesses.

Avg. Salary $119,258

Management consultants perform a wide variety of tasks, such as researching, collecting and analyzing data, interviewing various people in relation to their client and the client’s company, presenting solutions, aiding and implementing plans and solutions, and keeping clients updated on progress.

Avg. Salary $48,582

Real estate agents work with clients to facilitate the sale and purchase of property and houses. They review property value and similar sale prices in an area to determine reasonable prices for selling and buying property. They may have to work through lengthy negotiations to satisfy all parties involved in the transfer of property.

Career-Building Resources

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Design your career path

With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the School of Business support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.

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Innovation Hub

The Innovation Hub provides students with a uniquely collaborative and interdisciplinary opportunity by bringing together the university’s innovation ecosystem. It delivers dedicated spaces — physical ones and virtual ones — that spark exciting new ways to create 21st-century solutions and act as an incubator for entrepreneurial pursuits across the university.

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In Their Own Words

Amanda Pendergrass ’20

“Landing my first post-grad job wouldn’t have been possible without the School of Business career office. Every mock interview, career fair, resume review, networking opportunity, potential career brainstorming session and so much more made all of the difference in my interview processes post graduation. I am grateful to have had Jill Koehler as a professor and, more importantly, as a friend. I will always remember how inspiring her speech about post-graduation success was during Accepted Students Day way back in 2016. Her constant support encouraged me to continually reach my potential, and I’m so excited to begin my next chapter as an OmniPod Sales Associate at Insulet!”

Tess Rose ’22, MBA ’23

“In this program, I am provided with real-world experiences plus the opportunity for feedback and support from my management professors.”

Quinnipiac follows NACE First-Destination Survey Standards and Protocols for the collection and dissemination of undergraduate student initial career outcome information six months after graduation. Learn more about the standards for statistics and reporting used by Quinnipiac.

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BS Applied Business

The foundation for success in any business setting