Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Life 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 Georgia colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Life University

2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA

Life University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Marietta, Georgia, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Life University is nearly two thousand annually.

Areas of study available at Life University include but are not limited to:

• Chiropractic
• Biology
• Psychology
• Nutrition
• Kinesiology And Exercise Science

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Life University. A score within the range of 1179 to 1478 on the SAT, or 16 to 22 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. Life University admits around 70 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, nearly 58 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $9,700 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

Life University participates in athletics through the NAIA's Independent Southeast Region in Basketball.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Life University offers a bachelor's degree program in business administration.

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

• Gainesville, GA
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Hourly Rate: $84.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $174980

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

• Gainesville, GA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $103860

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

• Gainesville, GA
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $120810

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

• Gainesville, GA
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.27
  • Average Annual Salary: $73360

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