Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Elon 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 North Carolina colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Elon University (ECSU)

1704 Weeksville Rd, Elizabeth City, NC

Elon University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Elon, North Carolina, it resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Elon University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately five thousand.

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

• Communications And Journalism
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Social Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among students accepted to this school are between 25 - 29 on the ACT, or 1680 - 1980 for the SAT exam. This school accepts approximately 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those accepted, around 27 percent registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $31,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,900. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Elon University through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.elon.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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).