Program Introduction
The Business Administration and Design program at Northeastern University offers a unique curriculum that integrates business principles with design thinking. This program enables students to develop innovative business solutions by combining creative design approaches with traditional business principles. This interdisciplinary program teaches how to apply design thinking to business problem-solving, providing a competitive edge in the rapidly changing global marketplace. Through the unique combination of business and design, students learn a design-centered approach to creating new business models and value propositions.
- Language of InstructionEnglish
- Program Length48 months
- Teaching MethodsOffline
- Design thinking and innovation methodology courses - Core business strategy and organizational behavior subjects - User-centered design and user experience (UX) design classes - Business model innovation and entrepreneurship courses - Integrated project-based learning experiences - Design research methodologies and analytical techniques - Collaboration opportunities with real clients and companies - Optional semester-long internship or co-op programs
UX/UI Designer
$70,000 ~ $95,000
Design Strategist
$75,000 ~ $100,000
Innovation Consultant
$65,000 ~ $90,000
| Intakes | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | 2025-01-01 |
Admission Requirement
- GPANo Min Score
- SAT / ACTNo Min Score
92
7.0
63
- Official TranscriptRequired
- 2 Letters of RecommendationsRequired
Secondary school counselor and teacher recommendations
- School ReportRequired
- EssayRequired
- PortfolioOptional
Highly encouraged for majors within the College of Arts, Media and Design.
- SAT or ACTOptional
Test-Optional Policy
- AP/IB/Honors Optional
Optional
- Certified English Test Score ReportRequired
Fees and Funding
$85,260/Year
$12,688/Year
$75