Business Administration

“World bachelors in business is super fulfilling in and k highly recommend this project you get to travel so so much all over we will be gonna to san fansisco and also Mexico just this year and you get to get three degrees with all three continents”

“Studying Business Administration at USC Marshall has been one of the most defining experiences of my college life. I chose this major because I wanted a strong foundation in economics, strategy, and leadership, and I’ve found that Marshall delivers on that — especially for students willing to take initiative and go beyond the minimum. What I appreciated most was the practical, real-world application of what we learned. Many classes involved case studies, Excel modeling, and presentations that mimicked real consulting or business environments, which made the content feel relevant and high-stakes.”

“Learning Business is about networking, connecting, and recruiting in my opinion. While theories are needed to establish a foundation, more emphasis should be placed on expanding your social circle than earning a high GPA. Explore career or professional student organizations early as they often offer good opportunities to your interest careers. Business is a broad category, be sure to understand each sub-categories of business (finance, accounting, consulting, BD, BA, etc.) to find your best fit.”

“I study AI for business at USC (so a bit of a tangent from the traditional business degree). The business classes are all fairly simple as long as you put in effort outside of class hours (ie. you do need to study). The harder workload comes from the more advanced classes such as BUAD313 or BUAD312. However, their counterparts (311 & 310) are much simpler. The engineering classes are a bit more difficult and time-intensive, which may be why I consider the business portion a bit easier. I think it is doable to graduate with high degrees if you are in regular BA.”

“I really love Marshall, the professors and students are all very ambitious and dedicated. There is a lot of hands-on learning and in-class discussions, so while there are a lot of lectures it is still very interactive. I’ve felt very prepared for the workplace and think that my classes have taught me a lot that I’ve been able to apply to my internships.”

“This major is well structured and the work you do is all very easy. You make the most of this major by exploring the career and student organization resources.”

“Overall it was quite easy in terms of workload and thought process compared to different majors from what I’ve witnessed.”

“As a current student in USC's Business Administration program, I've found the experience at the Marshall School of Business to be incredibly dynamic and rewarding. The program excels in blending rigorous academic theory with practical, real-world application, forcing us to tackle relevant case studies and collaborative projects from day one. What truly sets it apart, however, is the unparalleled power of the Trojan network; the access to internships, guest lecturers from top industries, and a genuinely supportive alumni base is tangible and invaluable. The curriculum is flexible enough to explore diverse interests, from finance to marketing analytics, all while being surrounded by ambitious, bright peers and supportive faculty, which collectively creates an environment that truly prepares you for a successful career.”

“Good major. A lot of resources, mentorship program, and networking opportunities. The workload is not heavy”

“Highly career-oriented major. Networking & Recruiting outside the classroom is more useful than contents taught in class.”

“Coursework of Business administration is easier than I thought. But for this major, the extracurricular activities are more important. You need to be proactive to participate in info sessions and networking events.”

“I chose Business Administration because it blends analytical thinking with real-world application—allowing me to explore strategy, marketing, and finance while developing leadership and communication skills. My favorite aspect is the case-based learning and teamwork, which simulate real business decision-making. The most challenging part is managing group projects and quantitative coursework simultaneously, as the workload can be heavy during midterms. Faculty are generally supportive and accessible, especially for career guidance. There are many internship and networking opportunities, and the major offers strong preparation for consulting, finance, or entrepreneurship.”

“Math-realted courses (Econ, Accounting, Finance) are pretty test heavy and will take a long time to study.”

“Lots of resources available. Cool clubs out here. Team project intensively in every class of the business admin program.”

“Pretty easy classes, industry connections more important, focus on networking and applying to the practical environments rather than studying concepts”