Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Lake Region State 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 North Dakota colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Lake Region State College (UJ)

608 6th St NE, Jamestown, ND

Lake Region State College, located in Devils Lake, North Dakota, was founded in 1941 as part of the areas public school system. Originally known as Devils Lake Junior College and Business School, the institution changed its name over the years to better reflect its growing role in the community. The current name was given in 1999 after it ceased operation as a branch campus of the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. The school is part of the North Dakota University System and is dedicated to providing education and opportunities for residents of its service area.

Academics

Lake Region State College offers programs that allow for academic transfer and programs dedicated to providing career development and training. Academic transfer is accomplished through a program that mirrors the first two years of a four year education and allows the student to apply for transfer to a college or university to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree upon completion. Career training and vocational programs allow individuals to obtain the education and skill development necessary in order to enter the workforce in the chosen field as a qualified professional. Programs typically take between one and two years to complete, and upon completion confer a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

History

Accounting

Business Administration

Nursing

Automotive Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Individuals interested in enrollment at Lake Region State College should complete the application for admission and pay all associated fees. Additionally, students are encouraged to provide previous transcripts, standardized test scores, take a placement exam if necessary and meet with a counselor prior to registration to discuss program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to gauge need and determine awards. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UJ offers an associate's degree program in business administration.

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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

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

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

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