Brandman University, a fully accredited adult education university within the Chapman University System, will now be offering Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees across campuses in California and Washington State. 

The university developed its new business curriculum to meet changing employer needs in a global economy and address gaps in current business degree offerings, particularly in the areas of leadership development, entrepreneurship and sustainability. 

"Brandman University is introducing high-quality, competitively priced BBA and MBA degree programs to help working adults in California and Washington achieve their advancement goals while accommodating their time constraints and unique learning needs," said Brandman University Chancellor Gary Brahm.  "In addition, Brandman’s accreditation and high graduation rates are key benefits for working adults who want a degree that will impact their careers."

The 50-year-old institution, renamed Brandman University in 2009, is introducing system-wide business degree programs as the shifting global economy and government regulations have changed employer expectations and needs from workers. 

In planning the business curriculum, Brandman surveyed both employers and potential students to ensure the program met needs, particularly in the areas of leadership and ethics.

Brandman's MBA degree program also is one of few to focus on sustainability and innovation as key elements of curriculum. Although sustainability is a key focus and requirement for many companies and organizations, few MBA degree programs incorporate training on sustainability practices.

In addition to its focus on the critical issues facing today’s business leader, Brandman University’s reputation as a leader in adult education and its affiliation with the Chapman System has enabled the University to attract some of higher education’s best business educators, as well as influential business leaders as faculty to bring strong real-world business application.

Classes for the BBA and the MBA programs have begun online and at the Irvine campus. Classes at all other campuses will begin August 30 and applications for admission are being accepted now.

For more information or to apply to the School of Business and Professional Studies, prospective students can visit www.brandman.edu/business.