Principles of Business Administration (BAE 101)

BAE 101 – Principles of Business Administration

Module Objective 

To introduce learners to the fundamental concepts, functions, principles and practices of business administration and provide a foundation for understanding how organizations operate.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the module, learners should be able to:

• Define business administration and explain its importance.
• Explain the major functions of business administration.
• Describe different types and structures of organizations.
• Explain the role of managers and administrators.
• Apply basic administrative principles to simple business situations.

Module Content 

Introduction to Business Administration

1. Nature and Scope of Business
2. Types of Business Organizations 
3. Business Ownership Structures
4. Organizational Structures
5. Principles of Administration
6. Functions of Management and Administration
7. Roles and Responsibilities of Managers
8. Business Resources and Resource Management
9. Introduction to Organizational Planning
10. Business Decision-Making
11. Introduction to Business Performance

Expected Outcome

 Learners will demonstrate a foundational understanding of business administration and be able to explain how basic administrative functions contribute to organizational effectiveness.

IPSD Contact Information

Mr. Peter Senesie,  IPSD Assistant Vice President and Dean
Email: psenesie@pathsu.education 
Whats App: +232 76 752525

Dr. Michael Udam, Associate Dean, IPSD
Email: mudam@pathsu.education 
Whats App: +234 803 249 6398

IPSD Website: PATHS University IPSD

Admissions: admissions@pathsu.education

PATHS University List of Majors & Academic Programs