Belhaven University

What you'll study

This programme builds a foundation in business and management while developing strong quantitative, computational and analytical skills. The curriculum typically blends general education requirements from Belhaven’s liberal-arts core with specialised courses in management science, statistics and decision analysis.

• Core business and management: Principles of management, organisational behaviour, marketing fundamentals, managerial accounting and business ethics.
• Quantitative methods: College-level calculus, probability and mathematical statistics, applied regression and econometrics, and optimisation techniques.
• Data and computational skills: Data analysis and visualisation, programming for analytics (commonly Python or R), databases and SQL, and introductory machine learning or predictive modelling.
• Operations and decision sciences: Operations management, supply chain fundamentals, simulation and decision analysis, and production/quality control methods.
• Applied projects and capstone: Team-based consulting projects, internships with local organisations and a senior capstone integrating quantitative analysis with management recommendations.
• Electives and interdisciplinary options: Students can choose electives in finance, economics, information systems, or subjects from the liberal-arts curriculum to broaden perspective and communication skills.

Entry requirements

Admission to the bachelor’s programme requires a high-school diploma or recognised secondary-school credential. Applicants should demonstrate preparedness for university-level mathematics; successful completion of pre-calculus or calculus in high school is recommended. Transfer applicants must submit college transcripts for evaluation.

• Academic documentation: Official secondary-school transcripts or equivalent; college transcripts for transfer students.
• Mathematics readiness: Evidence of competency in algebra and introductory calculus or completion of Belhaven placement assessments as required.
• English proficiency: International applicants whose first language is not English must satisfy the university’s English-language requirements.
• Additional items: Personal statement and academic references may be requested; prior coursework or experience in statistics, computer science or business is advantageous but not mandatory.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that require quantitative reasoning, data literacy and managerial competence. The combination of management and quantitative skills opens pathways in both business and public sectors.

• Business analyst, data analyst or analytics consultant roles in corporate and consulting firms.
• Operations manager, supply‑chain analyst or logistics coordinator positions in manufacturing and service industries.
• Financial analyst or risk‑management roles where quantitative modelling supports decision making.
• Project management and strategy positions that value data‑driven decision support.
• Further study: graduates often continue to master’s programmes in business analytics, management, applied statistics, or MBA programmes.

Why study at Belhaven University

Belhaven offers this programme within a small, faith‑centred liberal‑arts environment that emphasises close student–faculty interaction and mentored learning. Class sizes allow for personalised attention from instructors with practical experience in business and analytics.

• Experiential learning: Internship opportunities and applied projects connect classroom theory with real organisational challenges.
• Integrated liberal arts: A broad general-education curriculum strengthens critical thinking, communication and ethical judgement alongside technical skills.
• Support services: Career services, academic advising and faculty mentorship help students plan internships and next steps after graduation.
• Community and values: For students seeking a Christian campus culture, Belhaven integrates faith and learning across programmes while preparing graduates for ethical leadership.