Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Morningside 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 Iowa colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Morningside College

928 Sixth Ave, Des Moines, IA

Morningside College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Sioux City, Iowa and operated as a private institution. The United Methodist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students enroll at Morningside College annually.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students at this school scored between 21 - 26 on the ACT. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Morningside College, with 21 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. On-campus housing is available for students and costs about $4,100 per year. Morningside College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Morningside College Mustangs participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Morningside College 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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 620
  • Average Hourly Rate: $97.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $202740

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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $109400

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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.57
  • Average Annual Salary: $125990

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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 650
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $85240

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