Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Southwest 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 Texas colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Southwest University

715 s texas ave, Bryan, TX

Southwest University is like many other colleges in its methods of teaching, study and examinations. It was once called Southwest Career College, when it recently changed its name to Southwest University in August of 2012. South University provides quality learning opportunities through its facilities and faculty, and asks that students in turn demonstrate dedication and focus in order to work together and succeed. Both the main campus and the auto/diesel shop are located in El Paso, Texas.

Academics

Southwest University has multiple courses of studying through career oriented programs designed to help students jump quickly and easily into the workplace.

Some programs include:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Business Management
• Automotive Technology
• Medical Assistant
• M.R.I. Technician

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Southwest University must have graduated high school or have obtained a GED. Students who meet these requirements can submit an application online.

Students that require financial aid must provide a social security card, proof of residency, if married the spouses tax returns, or if single and under 24 their parents' tax return. Additional information regarding the financial aid process can be obtained online or through the financial aid department through the school.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southwest University offers a bachelor's degree program in business administration.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

• College Station-Bryan, TX
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $88.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $183630

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

• College Station-Bryan, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.49
  • Average Annual Salary: $113340

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

• College Station-Bryan, TX
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $116540

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

• College Station-Bryan, TX
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $96050

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