Online Bachelor's Degrees

Some online bachelor’s degree programs available at AIU include the BS in Accounting; the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)—General BBA plus specializations such as Finance and Management; the BS in Criminal Justice (General track, plus Forensic Science and Homeland Security & Crisis Management); the BS in Information Technology (Generalist and Cybersecurity); and the BS in Healthcare Management (Gerontology Management or Health Services Administration Management)—see AIU’s Online Bachelor’s Degrees for the full list and locations.

Career opportunities for graduates may vary based on several factors, including prior work experience, industry, geographic location, and the specific bachelor’s degree and concentration selected. AIU’s bachelor’s programs are designed to help students develop a range of foundational skills that may support students looking to pursue a variety of entry-level and mid-level roles. The examples below highlight some potential career paths* associated with select online bachelor’s programs and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Individual outcomes may vary.

• Management Analysts - Diagnose organizational bottlenecks, model costs/benefits, and recommend data-backed process improvements across operations, finance, and tech. An online business or analytics bachelor’s program builds quantitative analysis, BI/Excel, and consulting communication skills through case projects and simulations that mirror real client engagements.
• Sales Managers – Develop sales strategies, oversee sales teams, and work to drive revenue growth and customer engagement. An online BBA program provides a foundation in marketing, management, finance, and leadership principles that may support progression into sales-focused roles.
• Computer Systems Analysts – Study an organization’s current computer systems and design ways to improve efficiency, translating business needs into technical requirements and overseeing implementations. An online IT/IS bachelor’s degree typically includes systems analysis, requirements gathering, SDLC, databases, and cloud labs—preparing you to bridge business and engineering teams.
• Human Resources Managers – Support employee recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, training coordination, and compliance with workplace policies and regulations. An online bachelor’s degree with an HR or business focus helps develop knowledge of organizational behavior, employment law basics, communication, and workforce management practices.

*AIU cannot guarantee employment or salary. The list of career paths related to this program is based on a subset from the Bureau of Labor Statistics CIP to SOC Crosswalk. Some career paths listed above may require further education or job experience.

1. Explore AIU's degree programs to review core courses and see how they align with your educational goals.
2. Review the admission requirements, which typically include a high school diploma or equivalent—AIU does not require SAT or ACT scores for enrollment.
3. Evaluate tuition and financial aid options, including scholarships, grants*, or payment plans that may help make your education more accessible.
4. Submit your application before the next term begins — once enrolled, familiarize yourself with AIU’s online learning platform to prepare for your courses and begin working toward your degree online.

*University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University Catalog or on its website and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.

A bachelor’s degree online is typically structured as 48 months of study, but your actual time to completion varies based on transfer credits*, course load (full- or part-time), and any breaks scheduled. At AIU, classes run in five-week sessions with up to 10 undergraduate start dates per year, so learners who bring in prior credits may finish faster, while those pacing around work or family commitments may take longer; always check the current catalog for program-specific details.

*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.

An online bachelor’s degree at AIU is designed to provide flexibility and a path to study marketable skills: AIU offers five-week sessions, multiple annual starts, credit for prior learning/transfer credits*, virtual campus tools, and career-aligned coursework so you can study around work and family while building a portfolio. AIU is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. AIU cannot guarantee employment or salary; review the catalog and speak with Admissions to match the program to your outcomes.

To earn a bachelor’s degree online at AIU, begin by using AIU’s Online Bachelor’s Degrees page to look through and pick a program and click >Apply Now. You can also check out how AIU Accelerate (prior learning credits) and transfer credits work, review online course delivery (5-week sessions) and the University Catalog, and confirm accreditation via AIU Accreditation and the ACBSP website for business programs.