Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at City University of Seattle 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 Washington colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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City University of Seattle (CityU)

600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia, WA

City University of Seattle, located in Seattle, Washington, was founded in 1973 by Dr, Michael A. Pastore. The school is a four year non-profit institution providing certificates and degrees in a variety fields. The school offers degree through its main campus, partnerships with other schools in Washington and internationally, as well as through one of the top rated distance learning programs in the United States. The degrees offered through its international partnerships are considered some of the most influential in those regions, including China and Bulgaria among many others. The school enrolls over 7500 students annually, and has graduated over 40,000 students since its founding.

Academics

City University of Seattle offered programs resulting in certificates, associate degrees, bachelor degrees, master degrees and doctoral degrees. Students may choose from a variety of majors, and pursue academic or career interests as they see fit through the school's program offerings either on location, through distance learning, or through the campuses of partner schools. These programs are continually updated to remain current and taught by experienced professionals dedicated to imparting the best education possible to their students.

Programs offered at CityU include:

• Accounting
• Communications
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at City University of Seattle must complete the admissions application, be 18 years of age, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, students must meet the criterion of their desired program of study. Once the application is submitted, if the student meets the above requirements, he or she will be admitted. Students should meet with academic advisor to plan out one's education and focus, after which the student will register for courses prior to the start of each semester. Graduate level courses require students to have the prerequisite degree (i.e. a master's program will require a bachelor's degree, a doctoral program requires a master's degree) in order to be considered for admission.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships. These awards are offered at the state and federal level, requiring a completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information to ensure the accuracy of the FAFSA's student aid report prior to the disbursement of funds. This process is repeated every year. Scholarships may also be pursued through external sources, offering varying awards for a variety of reasons, each typically requiring a separate application.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree
• 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

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).