Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Azusa Pacific 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 California colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Azusa Pacific University

707 Broadway-Ste 300, San Diego, CA

APU, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Azusa, CA, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Nondenominational Christian affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately 9,300 students are enrolled yearly at APU.

Areas of study offered at Azusa Pacific University include but are not limited to:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 990 - 1200 on the SAT, or 21 - 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. APU has an acceptance rate of about 51% of which only 31% chose to enroll. More information on the APU admissions process can be obtained via the school's portal or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students and costs around $5,500 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Azusa Pacific University "Cougars" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Azusa Pacific University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $98.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $205580

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

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 23
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $125500

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

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $122060

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

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.45
  • Average Annual Salary: $94540

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