Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with Specialized Studies in Equine Business Management
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with Specialized Studies in Equine Business Management builds upon the strong foundation of excellence in education for which St. Andrews has long been known. Drawing on a combination of classroom-based, online, and hybrid delivery methods, this degree will complement and further the skills you have already attained working in a variety of positions in business and other related fields. Providing not only a solid core of study in business, you will also gain the information and skills you need to manage or own your own equine operation.
Who is Eligible
Adult students over the age of 23 with a minimum of 24 college credits OR students with 60 or more college credits and/or an Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 on work attempted.
Key Benefits:
- Ranked second in nation for graduating its students with the least amount of debt.
- Around 90% of students receive financial aid
- Benefit from a flexible schedule that accommodates busy working adults
Why Choose St. Andrews?
We are a North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) Premier Accredited Facility and host registered workshops and instructor certification. Horse Owner Workshops sponsored by Purina Mills and Veterinary Seminars are held at our facility and our open to all students.
St. Andrews riders have interned with professional trainers at nationally recognized Therapeutic Horsemanship centers, at thoroughbred breeding and training farms, in equestrian programs at other colleges and universities, as well as with tack shops, veterinarian offices, and equine massage therapists. They have worked in zoos, laboratories, and health departments as well as for equine publications. In fact, the possibilities for internships are limited only by your creativity, imagination, and commitment.
How is the Program Structured?
Each student in the Equestrian Program receives two riding lessons per week. Riding courses include Equitation I, II, III, IV, Schooling Hunters, Showing Hunters, Showing Jumpers, Beginner Dressage, Competitive Dressage, and Natural Horsemanship. We also teach lessons in Western Pleasure and Reining.
No more than 58 credits may be earned online.
