Nichols College in Dudley, MA is where ambitious and open-minded students discover their passions and prepare for careers of meaning and purpose.

Our business-focused academic programs combine hands-on, experiential learning with personal mentorship to ensure you graduate ready to lead. Whether you’re drawn to accounting, finance, marketing, sport management, criminal justice or communication, you’ll find college degree options developed with industry input and taught by experienced faculty who know you by name.

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Explore Nichols College Academic Programs

Undergraduate Degree Programs: Schools and Academic Structure

School of Business

Home to our BSBA (Bachelor of Science in Business Administration) programs, the School of Business prepares students for leadership across all business disciplines through AACSB-accredited education, experienced faculty, hands-on learning and strong industry partnerships.

School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Our BA (Bachelor of Arts) programs develop critical thinking, communication and analytical skills through rigorous academics combined with practical application, preparing students for diverse career paths.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)

Available Concentrations:

Prepare for CPA certification and careers in public accounting, corporate finance or forensic accounting

Maximize your career potential with a dual concentration in accounting and finance at Nichols College, a program designed specifically for ambitious students who want to learn both financial reporting and analysis.

Master data-driven decision making and business intelligence

Develop expertise in financial analysis, portfolio management and corporate strategy

Learn cutting-edge marketing strategies for the digital age

Analyze markets, policy and the forces driving business decisions

Build the skills to start and grow your own venture

Prepare for careers in banking, investment analysis and financial management

Gain broad business knowledge with flexibility to explore multiple interests

Master event planning, hospitality operations and tourism management

Master talent acquisition, employee development and organizational strategy

Develop global business expertise and cross-cultural management skills

Develop leadership capabilities for supervisory and executive roles

Create compelling campaigns and understand consumer behavior

Learn property management, real estate investment and development strategies

Combine business expertise with passion for athletics and recreation

Build skills in sports media, content strategy and fan engagement

Master ticket sales, sponsorship development and revenue generation in sports

* The Accelerated Accounting program may be completed in three years.

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Available Majors:

Master storytelling, media production and strategic communication across platforms

Prepare for careers in law enforcement, corrections and legal fields

Understand the intersection of psychology and the justice system

Analyze economic theory, policy and market forces with a liberal arts foundation

Study human behavior and prepare for graduate study or applied psychology careers

Undergraduate Certificates

Add specialized credentials to your degree with focused certificate programs that distinguish you in competitive fields:

Certificates can be completed alongside your major at no additional cost, adding valuable specialization to your resume.

Undergraduate Accelerated +1, +3 Degree Programs