Law pervades all aspects of business and life. The LeBow College of Business business law* degree is specifically designed for today’s cutting-edge business world, giving students the ability to understand the application of law to their careers and to make informed and intelligent business decisions.
Taking a more applied, practical approach than a purely pre-law program, a business law major enhances students’ skills by providing them with an understanding of how the legal system works on both a professional and a personal level. It provides students with a fuller understanding of the legal system, how it’s applied to businesses and how to lead organizations in a regulatory environment.
While the natural assumption is that students in a business law program plan to go on to law school after graduation, and many do, a background in the law and legal systems benefits graduates interested in all areas of business. From roles in federal and state government to private corporations and law practice, a BSBA in business law will help students to analyze factual situations, assess any legal and ethical ramifications, and reach sound judgments.
Whatever field they choose, students will be able to identify and help resolve business and legal pitfalls because the program provides students with a fuller understanding of the legal system, how it’s applied to businesses and how to lead organizations in a regulatory environment.
* Those who elected to pursue a Legal Studies major or minor before fall 2024 will still graduate with a BS in Business Administration with a major or minor in Legal Studies. Beginning in fall 2024, the degree will be a BS in Business Administration with a major or minor in Business Law.
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Read more about IsabellaLeBow’s business law coursework emphasizes critical thinking as a tool for problem-solving so students will be able to identify and prevent possible problems and make the tough decisions necessary for business to prosper.
Students in a business law major can also gain exposure to different aspects and areas of law, which can help students prepare for real-world challenges.
The recommended plan of study includes classes in:
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View the plan of study in the Drexel Catalog
Over 100 years of industry partnership has taught us the value of an immersive education. We focus on ensuring students have access to a wide variety of learning opportunities beyond the classroom to gain deep expertise, broad perspectives and the essential soft skills needed to succeed in business and in life.
In the Drexel Co-op program, business law majors alternate six months of classroom learning with six months of full-time professional experience through University-approved employers. With plans of study that allow for up to three co-ops, students can gain as much as 18 months of practical, hands-on experience in the workplace, applying what they’ve learned in real-world settings long before graduation.
Our students have done their LeBow business law co-ops in a variety of organizations, locally and around the world. Past business law co-op placements include:
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In addition to the Co-op program, experiential learning opportunities abound at LeBow, including consulting courses, case competitions, international residencies, research projects, industry thought leader events, alumni mentorship and more. Through projects made possible by the Dana and David Dornsife Office for Experiential Learning, our students apply their learning on real and simulated challenges, working with organizations domestically and internationally from Unilever, the Philadelphia 76ers, Boeing and PwC to nonprofit and governmental partners.
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At Drexel LeBow, students have many opportunities to engage outside of the classroom through student-run organizations, connecting with a community that shares their major, their heritage or any of the other unique characteristics that unite our diverse student population. The opportunities to collaborate, network and engage are endless.
Business law courses examine the rules and regulations of the business world. An undergraduate degree in business law can provide a foundational set of skills that can be applied in a variety of career types and industries. By exploring business through the lens of law, graduates with this degree can go on to become business leaders and influence critical industry decisions.
Job opportunities with a business law degree are varied and reach numerous industries. LeBow’s Business Law major helps prepare students for a variety of career options right at graduation, including in management, government policy and administration, human resources, policing and corrections and teaching.
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Our 12-story, 177,500-square-foot home, Gerri C. LeBow Hall, is located at the heart of the Drexel University campus, which is located in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, home to the city’s vibrant research and technology corridor. Being located in Philadelphia, and within a short distance of New York and Washington, D.C. means Drexel LeBow students have access, not just to our 1700+ industry partners but also to a wealth of experience from leaders in the business, research and governmental fields.
Our staff is ready to help you with any questions you may have about the application process, including which program is right for you. We look forward to hearing from you.
Caitlin Brady
Director, Undergraduate Programs and Recruitment
(215) 571-3570
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