Undergraduate Business Programs
We believe in an education that is robust in perspective, rigorous in practice, and relevant to the needs of our ever-changing business world. With 1,300 undergraduate students, the Maine Business School provides a highly personalized experience, one that allows you to foster strong bonds with peers and faculty.
List of Programs
B.S. in Business Administration
Accounting
Accountants are experts in the organization and presentation of financial information to corporate stakeholders and internal business managers.
Management (Available Online)
Master the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of corporate, international, and small business management. Hone the administrative and organizational principles such as leadership, strategic analysis, and human resources.
Business Information Systems
If you enjoy technology, development, systems design, and management, our Business Information Systems major is for you.
Marketing
Learn how to monitor market trends, create advertising campaigns, and use demographic data to help businesses sell, promote, and brand. Develop essential business skills such as teamwork, professional presentation, effective communication, and leadership.
Finance
Focusing on financial decision-making, you’ll understand the financial markets, business operations, security selection, and portfolio management for individual and institutional investors.
Sport Management
Prepare for an exciting role in sports and industries that thrive on sports. From fan experience and branding strategies to planning events and creating content for streaming platforms, this is a growing industry.
Concentration
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
If you are interested in starting a company or learning a proven system for developing innovative new products/services, then this is the place for you!
International Business
Do you have a global mindset? The International Business concentration dives into topics in finance, management, and marketing. Students are also urged to take part in a study abroad/international experience.
Minors
Accounting
Accountants are experts in the organization and presentation of financial information to corporate stakeholders and internal business managers.
Management
Master the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of corporate, international, and small business management. SHone the administrative and organizational principles such as leadership, strategic analysis, and human resources.
Business Administration
The Business Administration minor prepares a student for a leadership position within their career. This minor enhances a breadth of business skills and complements all other majors of study.
Marketing
Learn how to monitor market trends, create advertising campaigns, and use demographic data to help businesses sell, promote, and brand. Develop essential business skills such as teamwork, professional presentation, effective communication, and leadership.
Innovation
The Innovation minor is for students from across the University of Maine designed to assist in pursuing innovation and entrepreneurship. This minor is designed to complement any major or field of study, including business, arts, humanities, engineering, education, and the sciences.
Why Study Business
The world of business is always changing, but certain principles remain the same.
At the Maine Business School you will:
Connect with people who matter. Take advantage of the opportunities to network with classmates, faculty, alumni, and employers.
Build community. Find student organizations that align with your passions, internships that lead to job offers, and real-world class projects.
Prepare for a fulfilling, flexible career. You will learn core skills that translate to a job in any business or organization anywhere in the world.
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MBS News
Maine Business School students competed in the CFA Institute Research Challenge
Four Maine Business School students competed in the CFA Institute Research Challenge state finals in early March. This event is an annual global competition offering students real-world experience as research analysts. Dr. Stephen Jurich, Associate Professor of Finance, led a team of four senior Finance majors, Parker Burtnett from Melrose, MA; Alexandra Lessard from Jackman,…
Andrew Bustin turned his capstone project into a consulting job
Andrew Bustin moved to Portland, Maine, in 2018 for two reasons. One, to pursue his MBA at the University of Maine Graduate School of Business, and two, Portland is a mecca for world-class food and drink experiences. Andrew’s background is rich with experiences in national land conservation, sustainability, permaculture, and the local food movement. After…