Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Saint Augustine’s 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 North Carolina colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Saint Augustine’s University

1333 Jake Alexander Blvd, South, Salisbury, NC

About
Saint Augustine's University (formerly known as St. Augustine's College) is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.  The school began operations in 1867 as a normal and technical school for freed slaves rooted in Episcopalian values. The historically black college provided individuals with educational opportunities that increased in scope as the school developed, first in 1893 when it became known as the Saint Augustine's School, the  again in 1919 when it became Saint Augustine's Junior College and began offering post secondary education. The school converted to a four year institution in 1927, changing its name in 1928 to the current, and issued its first bachelor degree in 1931. Saint Augustine's College was the first historically black college to have its own radio station. The school has also expanded its facilities over the years, renovating and updating as needed.

Academics

Saint Augustine's College offers students a number of bachelor degree granting programs as well as minors to ensure that enrolled students will be a able to pursue an education that appeals to them. Students will study for approximately four years, receiving their degree upon completion. Students may enter the workforce upon graduation, though some individuals may pursue a master's degree at graduate institution. In addition, the school offers a large number of minor degrees to augment one's education.
Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Graphic Design
• Psychology
• Criminal Justice
• Communication

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending Saint Augustine's College must complete the application for admission, provide all pertinent transcripts and standardized test scores, supply two letters of recommendation, and pay the application fee. Once received the materials provided will be reviewed and a final decision rendered for admission that will be sent to the student once made.

Financial aid is available in the form grants, loans, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance should obtain a federal PIN and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will allow the school to determine a student's needs, eligibility and awards.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint Augustine’s 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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $107.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $222910

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 17
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $133280

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $68.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $142220

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $109370

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