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business administration

American  

noun

  1. a program of studies at the university level offering courses on general business theory, management, and practices.


Etymology

Origin of business administration

First recorded in 1905–10

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After graduating from Harvard University, Kushner got his master’s degree in business administration from the school.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Arafat was studying business administration at Gaza's Al-Azhar University before the war forced him to stop.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

“The memory business historically has been a tough business, not hugely profitable, but these guys have persisted,” said Willy Shih, a professor of management practice in business administration at Harvard Business School.

From MarketWatch Jul. 3, 2026

Tuchel moved to Stuttgart to study business administration and found work in a bar.

From BBC Jun. 10, 2026

She hopes she will finish her studies in business administration and eventually form her own family in Honduras.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario

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