B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration

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The B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration programme prepares you to become a skilled business educator with strong professional teaching competencies and a solid foundation in business principles. The programme equips you with the knowledge and pedagogical skills needed to teach business-related subjects such as entrepreneurship, management, accounting, marketing and business operations at the secondary school and post-basic education levels.

You will also develop an understanding of how organisations function, how decisions are made and how business strategies support economic growth and development. Through this blend of business knowledge and educational training, you will gain the competence to inspire future business leaders while contributing to national development through effective teaching, innovation and community engagement.

Course Overview

The B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration programme integrates core business courses with professional education courses to give you a well-rounded preparation for teaching and managing business-related learning environments. You will study essential areas such as management, business communication, entrepreneurship, human resource development, marketing, financial management and organisational behaviour while gaining practical experience in curriculum planning, instructional methods and classroom management.

This programme runs for four years through UTME admission and three years through Direct Entry. During your studies, you will acquire practical and theoretical competencies through lectures, computer-based learning, school-based practicals, micro-teaching and full teaching practice. By the final year, you will have developed the business acumen and instructional skills needed to create engaging learning experiences for students and contribute effectively to organisational and economic advancement.

Course Curriculum

The curriculum for the B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration programme spans 100–400 levels, combining foundational business concepts with teacher education courses.

You will be introduced to the basics of business and education through courses such as:

  1. Principles of Management
  2. Introduction to Business
  3. Business Mathematics
  4. Communication in English
  5. Study Skills
  6. Introduction to Teaching Profession
  7. General Psychology

You will broaden your knowledge of business operations and educational foundations through courses such as:

  1. Business Communication
  2. Fundamentals of Accounting
  3. Introduction to Marketing
  4. Microeconomics
  5. Sociology of Education
  6. Curriculum Studies
  7. Educational Technology

At this stage, your training deepens in both business and instructional areas through courses such as:

  1. Human Resource Management
  2. Entrepreneurship Development
  3. Organisational Behaviour
  4. Business Law
  5. Methods of Teaching Business Studies
  6. Measurement and Evaluation
  7. Educational Research Methods

In your final year, you integrate advanced business knowledge with teaching practice through courses such as:

  1. Strategic Management
  2. Small Business Management
  3. Business Policy
  4. Teaching Practice
  5. Seminar in Business Education
  6. Research Project

Entry Requirements

To gain admission into the B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration programme, you must satisfy one of the following entry pathways:

1. UTME Admission (Four-Year Programme)

  1. You must have at least five credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any other relevant Commercial, Arts or Social Science subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings.
  2. Sit for the UTME with English Language and other relevant subjects.
  3. Meet the departmental and university cut-off marks.
  4. Demonstrate interest and aptitude for business, management, entrepreneurship and teaching.
  5. Satisfy all other general admission requirements of the University.

2. Direct Entry Admission (Three-Year Programme)

  1. You must have five credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and other relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings.
  2. Possess NCE, ND or equivalent qualifications in Business Education, Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing or related fields with at least a merit or credit grade.
  3. Hold Advanced Level passes in relevant subjects such as Business Management, Economics or Accounting.
  4. Provide academic transcripts and supporting documents during the application.
  5. Meet the general Direct Entry admission regulations of the University.

Why study at OOU?

Studying Business Administration Education at Olabisi Onabanjo University provides you with a unique blend of business expertise and professional teaching competence. This programme prepares you not only to understand how businesses operate, but also to effectively teach business concepts to learners in diverse educational settings. You will benefit from:

  1. A curriculum that integrates business theory, entrepreneurship, management skills and pedagogy.
  2. Real-world exposure to business practices through case studies, group projects and field experiences.
  3. Hands-on teacher training through micro-teaching, instructional design and supervised teaching practice.
  4. Expertise from lecturers with strong backgrounds in business and education.
  5. Training that develops your leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  6. Learning experiences that prepare you for roles in schools, business training centres, corporate environments and community development organisations.

By choosing this programme, you will gain the skills to guide learners into becoming responsible entrepreneurs, managers and decision-makers while also positioning yourself for professional growth in education and business sectors.

Research Project

In your final year, you will complete a research project that allows you to explore a relevant issue in business education, organisational behaviour, entrepreneurship, business management or instructional methods in business-related subjects. This project enables you to apply business knowledge and research skills to practical educational or organisational challenges. Working with your supervisor, you will:

  1. Select a research topic related to business administration or business education.
  2. Apply appropriate research methods, including surveys, case studies, data analysis or organisational reviews.
  3. Investigate real issues affecting teaching, learning, business performance or entrepreneurial development.
  4. Present your findings in a well-organised, academically sound research report.

Your research project serves as the capstone of your learning experience, preparing you for roles in teaching, business training, consulting, administration or further studies.

Graduation Requirements

To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Science in Education (Business Administration), you must fulfil the graduation requirements approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and Olabisi Onabanjo University.

Academic Requirements

  1. Complete and pass all compulsory and elective courses in the programme.
  2. Earn the minimum credit units prescribed for the four-year degree (UTME) or three-year degree (Direct Entry).
  3. Maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 1.00.
  4. Complete and defend your final-year research project.
  5. Fulfil all teaching practice, micro-teaching and professional school experience requirements.

Grading and Degree Classification

Your final classification is determined by your Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA), as follows:

Upon satisfying these requirements, you will be awarded the B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration, a degree that equips you with the knowledge and professional teaching skills to thrive in educational, business and administrative environments.

Career Opportunities

A degree in Business Administration Education prepares you for diverse careers across education, corporate training, business operations and development sectors. Your training in business concepts, pedagogy, management and entrepreneurship provides you with versatile skills applicable in numerous fields.

You may pursue careers such as:

  1. Business Studies teacher
  2. Entrepreneurship educator
  3. Business education curriculum developer
  4. Corporate trainer or human resource development officer
  5. Administrative officer
  6. Business development executive
  7. Customer relations officer
  8. Sales and marketing executive
  9. NGO programme officer
  10. Research assistant (business or education)
  11. Small business consultant

You may find employment in:

  1. Public and private secondary schools
  2. Vocational and business training centres
  3. Corporate organisations and HR units
  4. Government ministries and agencies (Education, Commerce, Labour)
  5. Entrepreneurial hubs and innovation centres
  6. NGOs and community development organisations
  7. Business service, retail and consulting firms

The programme also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate studies in Business Education, Management, Human Resource Development, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Educational Management and related areas.

How to Apply?

1. UTME Entry (Four-Year Programme)

  1. Select Olabisi Onabanjo University as your first choice and Business Administration Education as your preferred programme.
  2. Sit for the UTME with English Language and other relevant Business, Arts or Social Science subjects.
  3. Possess at least five O-Level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and other relevant subjects.
  4. Participate in the OOU Post-UTME screening exercise and meet the departmental cut-off mark.

2. Direct Entry (Three-Year Programme)

  1. Possess NCE, ND or equivalent qualifications in Business Administration, Business Education, Marketing, Accounting or related fields with at least a merit or credit grade.
  2. Possess the required O-Level credit passes.
  3. Upload your academic transcripts and supporting documents through the OOU Undergraduate Admissions Portal.

You may begin your application or check your admission status through the University’s official admissions portal.

Course Coordinator

The B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Administration programme is managed by a team of dedicated academics and experienced researchers within the Department of Business Education, Faculty of Education.

The current programme coordinator is:

Dr [Full Name]

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Course Overview

  1. Next Admission Process
  2. Current Academic Year
  3. Associated programmes = Undergraduate
  4. Course Duration = 4 Years
  5. Degree = Bachelor of Science Education (B.Sc. (Ed.))
  6. Faculty = Education
  7. Course Type = Full Time
  8. Course Delivery = On campus.
  9. Location = Faculty of Education, Main Campus.
  10. Scholarship opportunities