Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Northwest Christian 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 Oregon colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Northwest Christian University (NCU)

049 SW Porter Street, Portland, OR

NCC is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Eugene, Oregon, in a predominantly urban area. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Northwest Christian University, with only approximately 620 students enrolled, offers a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to NCC achieve an SAT score between 1380 to 1670, or an ACT composite score in a range of 20 to 25. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at NCC, with 35% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at nwcu.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $26,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Students at NCC may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Northwest Christian University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.nwcu.edu/ to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master'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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $90.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $189090

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 19
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $111620

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $116220

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $83300

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