Most Affordable Accredited Bachelor of Science in
Strategic Business Management 100% Mobile-Delivered
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Transfer Friendly: Up to 90 credits
SOAR™ at Cornerstone A degree on your schedule and for at least 50% less.
Accelerate your business capabilities and career through on-demand learning at your own pace – in the palm of your hand. Earn an innovative, accredited business management bachelor’s degree from Cornerstone University.
100% Mobile-Delivered. Self-paced. Affordable.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
Flat Rate Tuition, No Costly Computers or Textbooks
Self Paced, Fully Supported
The Nation’s Most Affordable, Self-Paced Business Degree
Earn a respected Cornerstone University accredited bachelor’s degree without sacrificing financial stability, family obligations or career demands. Our subscription-based, radically affordable tuition helps students fit their degree into their budget, with many incurring little to no out-of-pocket expenses. Here’s how:
Low price tuition: $2,400 tuition per 4-month term (before scholarships and grants). Less than half the national average cost of an online degree from a private college.
Zero out of pocket cost (and no debt) for most students: Eligible students can reduce their tuition costs to zero through available federal financial aid and employer tuition reimbursement.
Accelerated progress: We don’t charge students per course or per credit hour for this program – leaving you in control of your schedule and pace. The more you complete each term the more money you save and the faster you earn your degree.
No hidden fees: There are no additional mandatory fees, books, or materials required, or penalties for taking more courses than the average student would during those four months.
Gain Career-Ready Skills with a Business Management Bachelor's Degree
One of our top degrees for over 20 years, the SOAR™ version of the B.S. in Strategic Business Management offers the same academic quality with more flexibility and no costly computers or textbooks. SOAR’s self-paced, flexible, engaging format helps busy adults learn career-focused skills anytime, anywhere, with no rigid schedules.
Develop these strong resume skills to lead in any industry:
Communication & Relationship Management: Build strong teams, negotiate effectively, and communicate with clarity inside and outside of organizations.
Ethical Leadership & Christian Principles: Make values-based decisions, lead with integrity, and apply faith-driven ethics in business practices.
Innovation & Operational Efficiency: Improve processes, assess risks, and implement cutting-edge strategies to enhance business performance.
Business & Financial Acumen: Analyze data, manage budgets, and understand market trends to position organizations for growth.
Strategic Leadership: Lead teams with confidence, make high-impact decisions, and drive long-term business success.
SOAR™ Student Experience
Degree courses are created by experienced Cornerstone University academic scholars and business experts who have guided accomplished graduates for decades. The student experience offered by our innovative new SOAR™ smartphone technology includes:
Pre-loaded courses & free resources on the SOAR™ smartphone app.
Engaging original content including videos, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Flexible course streaming to marathon-stream or pause and resume anytime.
Christian morals & values integrated into every course.
Ongoing student support to help you stay on track from start to graduation.
97%
of students would be proud to earn a degree on the SOAR™ platform
94%
of students enjoy the flexibility of mobile-delivered learning
97%
of students found it easy to connect with a professor for support
Apply strategic management concepts to global decision-making, strategic planning, and performance analysis scenarios.
Business Communication
Cultivate effective business communication skills—written, oral, and mediated— applying them to business or nonprofit settings.
Organizational Behavior and Processes
Explore how leadership, structure, and environment influence workplace behavior to cultivate teams.
Principles of Management
Learn key management functions—planning, organizing, leading, and controlling—through the lens of faith integration in business.
Principles of Leadership
Understand leadership theories, styles, and skills to cultivate your leadership capabilities.
Principles of Marketing
Explore consumer value through marketing foundations, including research, branding, pricing, and distribution.
Financial Fundamentals for Managers
Examine financial decision-making fundamentals, including financial reports, KPI analysis, break-even, planning, debt vs. equity, and entrepreneurship.
General and Major Core Courses
Organizational Strategic Management
Develop strategies for organizational success using tools like SWOT analysis, competitive assessments, and business planning.
Principles of Macroeconomics
Understand how economies function on a large scale, covering inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and government policies.
Consumer Behavior
Learn how psychological, cultural, and marketing factors shape consumer decisions and influence marketing strategies.
Marketing Management
Develop strategic plans and make informed decisions to create, implement, measure and refine marketing activities.
Human Resource Management
Explore the evolution and importance of strategic human resource management and how its functions support organizational success.
Communication & Risk Management
Learn to manage stakeholder expectations, identify and measure risks, and develop strategies to address potential issues responsibly.
Writing in Culture
Develop effective professional writing skills within current media, technology, faith-based and cultural contexts.
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Explore how businesses plan, create, and deliver products and services efficiently through process design, quality management, and supply chain optimization.
Christian Worldview
Explore the biblical story of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation and how it shapes our identity, purpose, and calling as image-bearers of God.
Conflict and Negotiation
Learn strategies for managing conflict and negotiation in professional and personal settings, focusing on communication, problem-solving, and resolution techniques.
Entrepreneurship
Cultivate skills for building innovative, successful businesses, including business models, customer needs, resource management, marketing, and sustainable growth.
Personal Finance
Develop personal finance skills, including budgeting, banking, credit, investments, insurance, taxes, retirement, and estate planning.
Influential Careers with a B.S. in Strategic Business Management Degree
A business management degree opens doors to a broad range of industries for individuals and entrepreneurs:
Operations Manager
Project Manager
Marketing Manager
Sales Manager
Corporate Consultant
Human Resources Manager
Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner
Risk Management Specialist
Customer Success Manager
Nonprofit Director
Healthcare Administrator
Government or Public Sector Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Retail or E-Commerce Manager
Accelerated Admissions and Financial Aid
Our enrollment counselors are ready to help you get started with three simple steps:
Apply
Submit Transcripts (optional for transfer credit evaluation)
File the FAFSA
Contact us at 616-222-1422 to answer any questions.
Affordable by design, financial aid combined with tuition that’s radically lower than traditional college is a core benefit of earning your degree in the SOAR™ format. Cornerstone University offers a range of grants and scholarships. For more information, contact a SOAR™ enrollment counselor today!
The mobile-first platform is genius and it has unmatched flexibility.
The integration of Christian worldview concepts has bridged the gap between my work life and spiritual life, offering a refreshing perspective on business and leadership.
SOAR™ honestly has re-energized my college educational journey. Before this program, college was not an option for me, with kids and a busy life. Now I feel motivated again to get the degree. SOAR™ has made higher education a possibility for me again.
The mobile-first platform is genius and it has unmatched flexibility.
[The] Leadership course has made me feel more prepared to take the lead on managing group tasks, helped me in setting growth goals for my relationship with some coworkers.
The integration of Christian worldview concepts has bridged the gap between my work life and spiritual life, offering a refreshing perspective on business and leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cornerstone University?
Recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of America’s Best Colleges for 2025, Cornerstone University is an innovative, regionally accredited, Christian university with an over 80-year legacy and flourishing ground campus in Western Michigan. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer over 65 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. With over 17,000 alumni living in all 50 states and 44 countries, Cornerstone graduates are making an impact all around the globe.
What does SOAR™ mobile-delivered platform mean?
SOAR™ is named as an enthusiastic reflection of Cornerstone University’s Golden Eagles spirit to help students soar in all aspects of career and life. As an accredited, 100% mobile-delivered degree, SOAR™ allows learners to complete a respected Cornerstone University Bachelor of Science in strategic business management entirely from their smartphones. Cornerstone’s program offers the ultimate in mobility, flexibility and convenience aspects of learning anytime, anywhere.
Learners access all textbooks and resources preloaded onto the SOAR™ app, with every essential component for earning a degree provided. The program includes pre-selected courses and materials in a highly engaging format, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
What is self-paced learning?
SOAR™ is a self-paced program that allows students to progress through the material at their own speed, one course at a time. With no weekly start or end dates for assignments, students can choose to move quickly or complete a minimum of 9 credits per term, making it adaptable to a variety of learning styles.
Is SOAR™ accredited?
Yes, students earn an accredited bachelor’s degree from Cornerstone University. The university and its business programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
How are the courses developed to meet academic standards?
SOAR™ courses are developed by Cornerstone University faculty who are academic and industry experts in their fields. Each course builds on an existing Cornerstone University curriculum, ensuring academic rigor while being adapted for SOAR’s fully mobile format. Course content is refined and enhanced to align with SOAR’s innovative structure, maintaining high-quality learning in a flexible, accessible format.
When can I start?
We will have start dates twice a month. Students should begin the process by applying for admission, filling out the FAFSA, and requesting transcripts if applicable. Enrollment counselors can help students at every step.
What is the cost of tuition?
Tuition is $2,400 per 4-month term (before grants or scholarships), which is less than half the national average cost of an online degree from a private college. With our subscription-based format, students can complete as many courses as they like, paying the same flat-rate tuition each term — there’s no overwhelming debt.
Can I transfer previously earned credits?
Students can transfer up to 90 credits, or 75% of the degree requirements, including up to 30 of the 40 required courses. Enrollment counselors can assist in evaluating which courses are eligible for transfer.
Is there financial aid?
Financial aid is available to SOAR™ students. To apply, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and list Cornerstone University (002266).
What student support is available?
Cornerstone’s experienced faculty and advisors understand that busy students need support. Our team walks with students throughout the program, and once enrolled, each student will be assigned a professional student success coach for the duration of their educational journey.
Faculty offer timely feedback to keep students on track, working closely with academic success coaches to monitor progress, address challenges, and provide counsel when needed. This collaborative approach ensures students receive the guidance and resources necessary to succeed in SOAR’s flexible, self-paced learning environment.
