Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Salve Regina 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 Rhode Island colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Salve Regina University (RWU)

One Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI

Salve Regina University is a nonprofit private institution located in Newport, RI and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Salve Regina University has a yearly student enrollment of about 2,600.

Areas of study offered at Salve Regina University include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1030 - 1190 for the SAT exam and in a range of 22 - 27 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Salve Regina University. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 17% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $36,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $8,700 annually. Some students at Salve Regina University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Salve Regina University Seahawks participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.salve.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Salve Regina University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

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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

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).