Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Midland 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 Nebraska colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Midland University (MidlandU)

1101 Halligan Drive, North Platte, NE

About
Midland University, located in Fremont, Nebraska, was founded in 1883. The school formed in Atchison, Kansas through the Lutheran Church moving to Fremont in 1919. The school took over facilities left behind by previous schools, after which it merged with Luther Junior College as part of its growth. The school was formerly known as Midland Lutheran College, having changed its name in 2010. The term Midland was chosen due its centralized location in the United States.

Academics
Midland University offers a number of undergraduate majors, allowing students to choose the academic program that best suits their interests and needs. These programs typically take four years to complete, fulfilling general education requirements as set by the accrediting body and allowing students to take lower and upper division courses relating to their major. A limited number of master degree programs are also available, requiring a bachelor's degree as well as other academic criterion for admission.

Programs offered include:

• Art
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• History
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment must complete the application for admission as well as supply all pertinent transcripts and test scores. Applications will be reviewed by the school, with a notice of admission given upon a final decision. Students are encouraged to contact an academic advisor during the admissions process in order to ask questions and obtain additional information. Registration for courses begins shortly prior to the start of each semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine eligibility and awards. 92% of enrolled students utilize some form of financial assistance at Midland University.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

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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).