Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing

BSBAUndergraduateBusiness & Finance

About This Programme

The Marketing major of the AACSB-accredited BSBA, consumer behaviour, brand management, digital marketing and market research. Prepares graduates for careers in marketing, advertising, brand management and sales.

Course Highlights

  • Dedicated digital-marketing course (MKT 360) within the major
  • 15 credits of major requirements plus 12 credits of electives
  • Research-led: consumer behavior and marketing research are core
  • Strategy capstone integrates the full marketing mix

What You'll Study

The business core plus a marketing major spanning consumer behavior, marketing research, communications, digital marketing and strategy.

Common Business Core (Years 1–2)

  • ACC 201 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting3 credits
  • BUS 100 Introduction to Business3 credits
  • ISA 201 Fundamentals of Information Systems and Business Analytics3 credits
  • MGT 201 Fundamentals of Management3 credits
  • MTH 102 Calculus for Business3 credits
  • ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics3 credits
  • MKT 201 Fundamentals of Marketing3 credits
  • QBA 201 Quantitative Business Analysis3 credits
  • ACC 202 Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting3 credits
  • ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics3 credits
  • FIN 201 Fundamentals of Financial Management3 credits
  • SCM 202 Operations Management3 credits
  • IEN 301 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset3 credits

Marketing Major Requirements (Years 3–4, 15 credits)

  • MKT 301 Consumer Behavior3 credits
  • MKT 302 Marketing Research3 credits
  • MKT 310 Marketing Communications3 credits
  • MKT 360 Digital Marketing3 credits
  • MKT 401 Marketing Strategy3 credits

Capstone & Integration

  • MGT 406 Business Policy and Strategy (capstone)3 credits
  • BUS 397 Business Internship0 credits
  • Marketing major electives (300-level+ MKT)12 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A secondary-school average of about 85% (or in the best two of the last three years), with UAE Ministry of Education equivalency where required. American-curriculum applicants take the SAT or EmSAT mathematics test.
English: IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (equivalent to 80 on the previous scale) or AUS Institutional TOEFL ITP 550. AUS accepts only TOEFL and IELTS, and scores are valid for two calendar years; transfer applicants may also present EmSAT Achieve English 1550.

Applicants below the English threshold may enter via the Achievement Academy Bridge Program.

Careers

Graduates work in brand and product management, digital marketing, advertising, market research, sales and communications roles.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration; UAE CAA-licensed

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)

Typical Offer

85%+ secondary-school average (best years), IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; math completed in the final 3 years at grade B or equivalent

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Sharjah

Course Type

Marketing major

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 110,876/yr

Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.

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