The College of Business Administration (CBA) of Negros Oriental State University provides opportunity to poor but deserving students to enrol in accountancy and business related courses in a university. Access to quality business education and the relatively low tuition fee are the preferential considerations of prospective enrolees who wish to trod into business-related programs. The College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) will eventually make NORSU the favourite destination of business and accountancy students in the Visayas and Mindanao. It will also serve as the reservoir of competent and development-oriented professionals in the field of business and accountancy to meet the global demand.
Programs
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Major in Human Resource Management (BSBA-HRM)
The BSBA-HRM program of Negros Oriental State University is a dynamic and research-driven academic program committed to excellence in instruction, innovation, community engagement, and global competitiveness. Strengthened by vertically aligned graduate programs such as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and the Doctor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management (DBA-HRM), the program ensures academic continuity and advanced competency development from undergraduate to doctoral levels.
Program Objectives
Academic Excellence
Deliver outcomes-based and technology-enabled instruction aligned with workforce and digital trends.
Research Leadership
Produce impactful research addressing business innovation, community development, and educational advancement.
Industry Relevance
Integrate experiential learning, BPO courses, and project-based activities responsive to labor market needs.
Continuous Improvement
Utilize tracer studies, employer feedback, and structured quality systems for curriculum enhancement.
Quality Assurance and Governance
The program operates under ISO 9001-certified institutional systems and structured performance monitoring mechanisms. Teaching effectiveness is assessed through semester-based evaluations overseen by QUAMC, complemented by university-wide tracer studies and employer satisfaction feedback.
- ISO 9001 Registered Quality Management System
- Performance Management System for Faculty
- Student and Graduate Satisfaction Surveys
- Employer Feedback Integration
- Participation in Global Ranking Initiatives (WURI)
Research and Scholarly Productivity
Faculty members consistently publish in Scopus-indexed, Google Scholar, and Crossref-recognized journals. Research areas include:
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance
- Human Resource Management and Employee Commitment
- SME Tax Compliance and Digital Systems
- Financial Behavior of Micro-Entrepreneurs
- School Culture and CPA Readiness
Graduate Employability and Outcomes
Tracer study results (AY 2018–2022) demonstrate high employability rates in relevant private and government sectors, entrepreneurial engagement, competitive salary progression, and strong leadership and managerial competencies among graduates.
Full-time Employment
Industry-Relevant Roles
Entrepreneurship
CHRA Certification
Leadership Excellence
Industry, Extension, and Community Engagement
The BSBA-HRM program actively fosters academe–industry–community partnerships through benchmarking activities, capacity-building programs, and extension initiatives in collaboration with universities, cooperatives, and barangays.
- Benchmarking with partner institutions
- Capacity-building seminars for community stakeholders
- Industry immersion and practicum programs
- Recognized extension projects with partner organizations
Faculty Development and Leadership
The College maintains a highly qualified faculty complement, with strong doctoral and master’s degree representation. Faculty members participate in continuous professional development, research engagement, and leadership training programs.
Why BSBA-HRM Merits Center of Excellence Recognition
- Vertically integrated undergraduate and graduate programs
- Strong research culture and publication record
- Industry-responsive and technology-driven curriculum
- Verified graduate success and employability outcomes
- Institutionalized quality assurance systems
- Active community and industry engagement