Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Mary Baldwin 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 Virginia colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Mary Baldwin College (MBC)

905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA

Mary Baldwin College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Staunton, Virginia, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at Mary Baldwin College exceeds a thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MBC offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• History
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Social Sciences

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by the admissions committee. The majority of students accepted to Mary Baldwin College earn an SAT score in a range of 1240 - 1600, or an ACT score within the range of 19 - 26. Roughly 40 percent of all applicant were admitted at MBC, with 13 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Mary Baldwin College "Squirrels" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the MBC website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $87.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $181020

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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $99080

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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $115360

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

• Lynchburg, VA
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $95100

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