Business Administration Degrees

The career options available with a degree in business administration will vary greatly depending on which degree you pursue. Lower level degrees will grant you access to entry-level positions, as well as lay the foundation for an advanced degree, should you choose to continue your education. Higher level degrees may allow you to skip a few steps in the corporate world, and begin a career as a mid-level employee. Whatever you decide, a degree in business administration can provide hundreds of career options from which to choose.

It is up to you to decide which degree is going to be the right choice for you. Business administration degrees include:

  • Associate’s: An associate’s degree in business administration is perfect for the student who wants to learn more about a business education, but isn’t ready to commit to a four or six year program. Usually a two year degree, the associate’s will cover basic business principles, business technology and interpersonal skills. From here, students can enter the workforce as an entry-level employee, or continue on to complete a bachelor’s degree.
  • Bachelor’s: Students who earn a bachelor’s in business administration can expect job opportunities in entry-level positions at various types of businesses. A bachelor’s degree will cover a basic and intermediate study of business, economics and marketing, as well as interpersonal skills and communication.
  • Master’s: A master’s degree will usually follow the completion of a bachelor’s, and include a more advanced study of business. Students may choose a specialization according to their skills and interests.
  • PhD: This highest level of education is generally completed by students who wish to teach business at the college level, or pursue a career in an academic or research-related setting. These programs are often highly theoretical, examining the complex relationships and transactions within the business and finance world.

Many business administration programs will allow students to specialize in a specific field within the business school. Specializations include, but are not limited to:

  • Finance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Public Administration
  • Sales Management
  • Retail Management
  • Operations Management
  • Criminal Justice
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Systems Security
  • Information Technology

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