Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Cumberland County 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 New Jersey colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Cumberland County College

214 Center Grove Rd, Randolph, NJ

About
Cumberland County College, located in Vineland, New Jersey, was founded in 1966 and was the first county college in the state to open its own campus. The school is dedicated to providing the residents with the best education possible, having over the years expanded its campus and offerings to meet the needs of the community. The addition of facilities and services alongside continued review of programs to ensure that they are up to date means the school can provide a high quality education that meets and exceeds the needs and expectations of the modern student.

Academics
Cumberland County College offers over 90 programs that allow students to obtain career and technical training or to pursue academic transfer to a four year institution. The variety of programs allows for flexibility of choice, giving students the opportunity to pursue the track that best reflects his or her goals. Career training programs provide students with the skills and abilities necessary to become professionals in the workforce. Students will obtain theoretical and practical education in their field of study, learning to apply methods and techniques to real world settings over the course of one to two years, earning a certificate or degree that allows for employment opportunities at the entry level.

Academic transfer programs provide education and study that qualifies as the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion, students will apply to a four year institution to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer to public New Jersey institutions is facilitated through the agreements in place that allow guaranteed admission to graduates that meet certain academic requirements. Transfer to out of state or private institutions will have separate requirements.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Computer Science
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid
Cumberland County College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any individual to enroll. To do so one must complete and submit the application for admission  and the pay the tuition fee. Enrolled students should provide transcripts and test scores, and it may be necessary for students to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are also encouraged to participate  in new student orientation to familiarize themselves with the campus and to meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum and discuss educational goals.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine need and program eligibility. The school will provide the student with a financial aid package which may be used to pay for tuition, books, and other fees. To maintain aid, students must maintain a strong academic performance and reapply for it prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate'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

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $105.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $220160
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $111.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $232340

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $68.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $141670
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 15
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $170110

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $168810
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $77.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $161050

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $120150
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $125930

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