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Bachelor in Business Administration

Learn how markets, businesses, and the global economy actually work, with a focus on hospitality and international business. You’ll study in Miami or Orange County and gain real industry experience while earning your degree. Graduates have the opportunity to work professionally for 12 months at top U.S. hotels and restaurants, turning their education into immediate career credentials.

Minimum Duration: 3 years | Locations: Miami, Orange County
Delivery Format: Hybrid Learning

Bachelor of Business Admin

Benefits of this program

Internship Opportunities

Internship Opportunities

Build hands-on experience through internships with leading hospitality brands, strengthening your skills and enhancing long-term career prospects.

Personalized Guidance

Personalized Guidance

Benefit from tailored coaching, CV refinement, internship support, and access to exclusive job opportunities guided by our expert team.

Extended Stay

Extended Stay

Extend your stay and continue developing your career in the USA with dedicated support, transforming education into practical hospitality experience.

Alumni Network

Alumni Network

Become part of a global hospitality network and gain access to career fairs, guest talks, webinars, campus events, and more.

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Options

Explore flexible funding solutions designed to support your education while enabling steady professional and career development.

Post-Graduation Assistance

Post-Graduation Assistance

Receive ongoing support after graduation, including job search assistance and career guidance to help you grow your professional path in the USA.

Requirements for this program

  • High School Diploma
  • High School Diploma transcript / grade sheet
  • Passport
  • Updated resume / CV
  • Current holding US visa (if applicable)
  • Proven English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo/MOI letter)

Student timeline


This program offers a clear and structured pathway for international students aspiring to build a career in the United States. Over 42 months, you’ll develop advanced skills through an BBA combined with professional training, followed by 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) to gain hands-on industry experience.

F-1 Visa

18 Months / 48 Months

Studies + Internship

While studying, our CPT programs offer students the availability to participate in a paid practical experience in a luxury hospitality property.

12 Months

OPT

After graduation, students have the opportunity to extend one year of full time work (OPT).

H-1B Visa

Work

After the completion of the F-1 program, candidates might fulfill the eligibility criteria of the H-1B visa.

FAQ

A high school diploma and English proficiency at B2 level or above are all you need to get started. No prior hospitality or business experience is required: the program is designed to build that foundation for you.

Most of your academic coursework is completed online, which gives you the flexibility to manage your studies around your schedule. You will also attend weekly in-person classes and gain hands-on experience working in real hospitality environments, so by the time you graduate, you will already have professional experience behind you.

From your second year onward. Once work authorization is in place, you can work in U.S. hospitality properties for up to 2 to 3 years while still completing your degree.

Yes. Through CPT, eligible students can work full-time or part-time throughout the program. It is one of the real advantages of studying on an F-1 visa: you build your career while you study.

Graduates move into roles across Front Office, Guest Relations, Food and Beverage, Culinary, and Housekeeping in luxury hotels and resorts. Many go on to management and leadership roles as their experience grows.

Both, and that combination is exactly what makes it valuable. You build a solid business foundation and apply it directly to the hospitality and tourism industries. That dual focus opens doors across multiple markets and career paths globally.

Yes. Students enrolled in the BBA program are eligible to apply for an F-1 student visa, and Hospitality Academy guides you through the full process, from documentation to preparation, so you can focus on what comes next.

Absolutely. Career support and placement assistance are built into the program. Through our partnerships and our global network of hospitality employers, students have access to real opportunities in hotels, resorts, and international companies throughout their studies and beyond.

The doors it opens are wide. Graduates pursue careers in hotel management, tourism operations, and global business, with roles ranging from Front Office Manager to Operations Director and beyond. The degree also gives you transferable skills that work across industries.