Mission Statement
Olivet College of Business (OCB) prepares ministry-bound men and women as Biblical scholars and leaders equipped with an ability to apply knowledge and skills in the field of business for professional ministry service. A distinguished feature of the College is its curriculum, which couples an education in Biblical higher education with theoretical and hands-on business experience, including internship opportunities in professional environments.
Bachelor of Arts in Business Degree Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Business is a four-year undergraduate degree program preparing students to contribute to a world revolutionized through Christian mission as business professionals.
The program combines core curricular studies in Bible, general education, and business with the aim of cultivating a Biblical worldview and a professional perspective in students consistent with the mission of Olivet University.
In the context of Olivet University’s mission, completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Business program will enable students to:
- Understand economic and financial theories and their application to the business setting
- Understand production models and distribution systems and their role in the value creation process
- Enhance verbal, written and presentation communication skills
- Acquire decision-making skills to solve business
- Reflect critically on the relationship between business and Christian faith
Masters of Business Administration Degree Program
The OCB Master of Business Administration program is a two-year graduate degree program that trains students as professional leaders in the field of business with a solid biblical foundation. The program provides students with the academic and practical training necessary for them to become competent and influential individuals in the field of business.
Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration degree program can expect to:
- Be prepared for effective Christian leadership in the field of business
- Understand the relationship between the functional areas of business and long-range planning, implementation and control
- Understand global business perspectives including opportunities, problems, strategies and techniques
- Develop an ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds
- Articulate a biblical and theological understanding of the relationship between Christian faith and business
