Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at St Petersburg 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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St Petersburg College (SPC)

33701 State Road 52, Saint Leo, FL

St. Petersburg College (formerly St. Petersburg Junior College) is a state college that ranks among the top 10 community colleges in the Nation. Formerly a two-year institution, it now offers both associate's degrees and bachelor's degrees through its University Partnership Center (UPC).  St. Petersburg College (SPC) has nine learning sites in St. Petersburg and throughout Pinellas County.

SPC offers traditional on-campus programs as well as an "eCampus" program, allowing students to take hundreds of accredited courses online.

In addition to its academic degree programs, SPC offers Applied Technology Diplomas and professional certificates to prepare students for the workforce in more than 60 fields.

History

St. Petersburg College was founded in 1927 as Florida's first two-year college.  The college gained full accreditation in 1931. The private college became public in 1948.  It merged with Gibbs Junior College, which served African-American students, in 1965.

Academics

The SPC academic calendar follows the semester system, with a fall, spring and summer "term."

Colleges and Schools

The SPC has nine learning centers, but is not divided into academic colleges or schools.  It offers more than 200 majors as well as continuing education for professionals in the areas of health care, public safety, and teacher training.

Student Life

There are many resources for students at SPC, including student advising, tutoring, and career development.  Additionally, there are opportunities for volunteer service and study abroad programs.  There are numerous student clubs to join, and arts and culture events to enjoy; so interested students should consult the events calendar for upcoming performances and shows. The Clearwater, Downtown and EpiCenter campuses have campus cafes.  

There are Wellness Centers, which are workout facilities open to all students, available at the Allstate, Clearwater, St. Petersburg/Gibbs and Tarpon Springs sites.

Athletics

SPC athletics teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including men's baseball and basketball, and women's basketball, softball, volleyball, and tennis.  Students may also try out for cheerleading.  Intramural sports are also available.  Interested students should visit the Student Life and Leadership Office on their campus.

Satellite Campuses

SPC has nine satellite campuses, or "learning sites," in and around St. Petersburg, as follows:

• Tarpon Springs Campus (Tarpon Springs, FL)
• Clearwater Campus (Clearwater, FL)
• Epicenter (Largo, FL)
• Seminole Campus (Seminole, FL)
• Health Education Center (Pinellas Park, FL)
• St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus (St. Petersburg, FL)
• SPC Downtown (St. Petersburg, FL)
• SPC Midtown (St. Petersburg, FL)
• Allstate Center (St. Petersburg, FL)

Community Life

St. Petersburg College is proud of its many community partnerships.  There are joint-use libraries available at the St. Petersburg/Gibbs and Seminole campuses, which are made available through partnerships with the cities of St. Petersburg and Seminole.  Through partnerships with local businesses, there are many collaborative professional programs available at the EpiCenter campus.  

The SPC Downtown Arts Cultural Center at the college's Downtown Center features the American Stage Theatre Company.  The Florida International Museum in downtown St. Petersburg is part of SPC.  Other SPC campus-based community offerings include the Florida Orchestra, The Palladium Theatre, The Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, The Music Center, CoMotion Dance Theatre, The Crossroads Gallery, and the Planetarium.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. St Petersburg College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• 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

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $100.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $208370

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 11
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $128870

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $137540

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $102810

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