Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Lane 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 Tennessee colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Lane College

3904 Lonas Road, Knoxville, TN

Lane College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Jackson, Tennessee. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's Christian Methodist Episcopal affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately 2,200 students are enrolled per year at Lane College.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Business Administration
• Corrections
• Sociology
• Biology
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Physical Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The majority of students at Lane College scored in a range of 14 - 17 on the ACT exam. Roughly 30% of all applicant were admitted at Lane College, with 28% of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $9,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Some students at Lane College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Lane College is the "Dragons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)
• Tennis (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to view more about Lane College may take a look at their website at http://www.lanecollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lane College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• 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

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 960
  • Average Hourly Rate: $77.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $161370

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

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $106320

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

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $98840

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

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 880
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $69780

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