What is the business major?

The UC Davis Bachelor of Science in Business offers an integrated curriculum that balances theoretical insights with practical skills for real-world impact. Core courses—often group-focused—foster collaboration and hands-on experience in management, marketing, finance and accounting.

To build a strong analytical foundation, students complete essential quantitative coursework in calculus, economics, statistics and accounting. These courses sharpen decision-making skills, enabling students to analyze complex business problems, interpret data and navigate financial and economic trends.

By blending collaborative projects with rigorous analytical training, the major experience will prepare graduates ready to tackle strategic and quantitative challenges in diverse fields—from finance to entrepreneurship.

Why should I pursue a business major?

A business major equips you with skills to lead, innovate, and excel in today’s dynamic world. 

The UC Davis Bachelor of Science in Business offers you four in-demand specializations tailored to meet the challenges of modern business:

• Accounting: Develop a strong foundation in financial management that is essential for businesses across all industries.
• Finance: Acquire essential skills in managing strategic financial decisions faced by companies and investors, focusing on how to raise and deploy capital to maximize shareholder holder value.
• Marketing & Business Analytics: Develop the skills needed to understand consumer behavior, leverage data-driven insights, and inform business decisions in a rapidly evolving, competitive marketplace.
• Strategy & Management: Gain the leadership and problem-solving skills needed to address business challenges, make data-driven strategic decisions, and foster effective teams.

Your business journey starts here—with the skills and knowledge to thrive in any industry.