Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Chipola College 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 Florida colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Chipola College (Chipola)

18150 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, FL

Chipola College gives students the opportunity to earn either a two year associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree (in addition to a variety of certification programs) at a public institution, which makes it a very appealing option to students who aren’t sure where their college career is going to take them yet. Located in Marianna, Florida, students are often attracted to the warm weather and the quaint small town feel of northern Florida. The town of Marianna has a population of 6,230 and is home to several tourist destinations, such as the Florida Caverns State Park and the Chattahoochee River, both of which are near U.S. Civil War locations.

In 2012, in-state tuition was extremely low at $3,100. However, for out of state students, tuition more than doubled to the rate of $8,657, which makes it less of an appealing choice. There are a wide range of programs to study, including Criminal Justice, Child Care Management, Business Administration, and Teacher Education. Chipola College has quite a few on campus amenities which make life easier for students, including sports teams, a food court, a campus radio and campus bookstore. All of these help to enhance the experience of students and make their time at Chipola College more enjoyable for everyone.

Most students at Chipola College are receiving some type of federal aid, and there a few different types of scholarships available in addition to the traditional student loan packages offered by the federal government. For students that qualify, there are Florida’ Bright Futures Scholarships, Florida Medallion Scholarships, and Florida Academic Scholarships. If you are a Florida resident looking for a school where you can succeed academically and that gives you the option to choose from a variety of programs and degree lengths, Chipola College might be the right school for you.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chipola College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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

• Punta Gorda, FL
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $95390

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

• Punta Gorda, FL
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $102630

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

• Punta Gorda, FL
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $99120

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