Switch Major To Business
If you’re a current OSU student interested in changing your major to Business, or adding Business as a 2nd degree, review the information below.
Students majoring in Business should have aptitudes in:
- Working with financial data and numbers
- Engaging in both group and individual coursework
- Demonstrating excellent communication skills
- Enjoying competition and satisfaction from achieving goals
Application information is available at the link below. When you meet the application criteria, you can apply directly to the major during the next application period.
Application periods are:
- May 1 – June 1 for Autumn admission
- August 15 – September 15 for Spring admission
- January 1 – January 31 for Summer admission
Specialization Exploration
Please use the following links to explore Fisher's 12 specializations and potential career paths.
Fisher College of Business Specialization Sheets
Office of Career Management Explore Careers PowerPoints
Pathways to Business
Please utilize this handout to look at other business-related majors across the University.
All new major change students are required complete one of the following steps in their first semester in Fisher prior to registering for classes for the upcoming term.
A registration lock will be placed on a student’s account and will be removed once they have attended a workshop*:
Take BUSADM 1200 - Business Survey II - (1 credit hour):
This seminar class addresses the needs of the major change population. All students will work directly with our advising team to develop a comprehensive academic, professional, and personal plan for success. Students will also connect with other new major change students and current upper-classmen to network on leadership and work experience opportunities.
Attend a Major Change Workshop (Workshop dates will be provided via OSU email to newly admitted students within the first 4 weeks of the term):
In this in-person 2-hour workshop, a team of academic advisors will share key support resources to help students understand the curriculum and identify their short- and long-term goals for gaining leadership and work experience. Students will also learn about resources and opportunities unique to the College of Business.
*If a student chooses to take BUSADM 1200 in the upcoming semester, they will not have a hold placed on their record
Office Hours:
You can speak 1:1 with a Fisher academic advisor during our Zoom office hours.
SP25 Office Hours:
- January 6 - May 2, 2025
- Tuesdays from 10:00-11:00 AM
- Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 PM
Major Changer Office Hours Zoom Link
Please note that Major Changer Office Hours will not held on days that the University is closed.
There will be no office hours on the following dates:
- Tuesday, January 21
- Tuesday, March 4
If you have further questions, please email FCOB-majorchanger@osu.edu
You will receive a response within 48 business hours.