Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at University of Great Falls 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 Montana colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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University of Great Falls (GFC MSU)

2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT

University of Great Falls is now known as the University of Providence.  UP is a nonprofit private institution that offers a variety of educational opportunities.  As such, this allows  students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Great Falls, MT, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at University of Providence is nearly 960 per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uprovidence.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,100. Students at University of Great Falls may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Providence participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

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

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more data about school registration.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• 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

Salary & Wages

• Great Falls, MT
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $78.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $162360

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

• Great Falls, MT
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $89260

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).