Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Independence University prepares students for careers in education, government, private business and retail. The program focuses on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Program courses include: management theory, humor resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer business administration degrees.

Independence University

15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ

Independence University is a private career college dedicated to providing a sound education for students in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. Over 270 students have completed their education in the last few years with a graduation rate of more than 26%. Independence University has several programs to select from. Some of the more popular programs being offered:

• Respiratory Therapy
• Healthcare Administration
• Public Health Education and Promotion
• Health Services Administration
• Health Management and Clinical Assistant
• Nursing Administration

To help support students, Independence University may provide some services to students like those listed below:

• Online course work available
• Weekend and night classes available
• Remedial courses
• Academic counseling for students
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

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Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Independence University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $88.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $183480

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 28
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $106090

Sales Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $113140

Administrative Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, administrative services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $95350

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).