Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Taylor 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 Indiana colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Taylor University

1501 Hartford Street, Lafayette, IN

Taylor University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Upland, Indiana, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The Interdenominational affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Taylor University is nearly 2,600 annually.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1505 to 1900 on the SAT, or 23 to 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 84% of those who apply are admitted to Taylor University, of which 30% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at taylor.edu.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,300 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Taylor University "Trojans" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the Taylor University website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Taylor University has offered the following academic 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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $80.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $167710

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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $84650

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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $61.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $127600

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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $78110

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