BSc. in Business Administration (Asynchronous)
Build practical business and management capability with a programme designed to strengthen critical thinking, decision-making and workplace readiness. Study entirely online on your schedule through an accelerated, fully asynchronous format.
An Accelerated Way to Earn Your Degree
Complete this 120-credit bachelor’s degree through focused six-week study cycles.
For context, UCC’s traditional bachelor’s semesters typically run for 13 weeks.
Who This Asynchronous Option Is For
This flexible learning format is ideal for:
- ✓ Working professionals managing full-time careers
- ✓ Busy parents/caregivers balancing multiple responsibilities
- ✓ Students who prefer flexible, structured weekly learning
- ✓ International learners in different time zones
You'll complete the same academic content and assessments, with the added benefit of learning on your schedule.
Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is designed to build core business and management skills for success in today's modern workplace. It supports personal development through management strategies and critical thinking, preparing you for environments that value adaptable, multi-skilled professionals.
What You'll Learn
- ✓ Business foundations that support real decision-making
- ✓ Communication and teamwork through applied coursework
- ✓ How to use business tools and data to solve problems
- ✓ Operational thinking and applied quantitative skills
Programme Structure
- ✓ 40 3-credit courses totaling 120 credits
- ✓ Six annual intakes
- ✓ Students take two courses per cycle
- ✓ Scheduled proctored exams each cycle
- ✓ Designed to be completed within four years
- ✓ Option to switch to the synchronous online modality
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for positions in business administration, management, entrepreneurship, operations, marketing, human resources, and supervisory roles.
Skills for the Workplace
Gain practical skills in planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve organizational objectives.
What Asynchronous Learning Means
Asynchronous learning means you are not required to attend live online classes at a fixed time. Your course materials (readings, recorded lectures, activities, and assessments) are available online, and you complete them within set weekly deadlines.
How Each 6-Week Cycle Works
Complete the required readings, activities, assignments and assessments within structured weekly deadlines.
Key Features
- ✓ Access lessons 24/7 and study when it best fits your schedule—before work, after work, or weekends
- ✓ You'll still have due dates, activities, and graded tasks each week
- ✓ Get guidance through forums, messages, lecturer feedback, and weekly learning pathways
How This Impacts Your Studies
Entry Requirements
For Jamaican Students
- • To be unconditionally admitted to complete these 100% online programmes, individuals should possess a minimum of five (5) subjects at the GCE or CSEC level (including the mandatory English Language and Mathematics. Principles of Accounts is required for business degrees) at grades A and B or 1 and 2 respectively.
- • Candidates who have a minimum of 4 CXCs can also apply pending the outstanding CXC subjects or can opt to do UCC replacement courses Core Mathematics, English for Academic Purpose and Fundamentals of Accounting.
For International Students
Click here to view our admission requirements for international students.
Tuition & Intakes
Tuition Fees
Available Intakes
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November
Ready to Apply?
Apply online for this 100% online asynchronous programme. Once submitted, our team will guide you through the next steps.