Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Eastern Oregon 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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Eastern Oregon University (EOU)

1515 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 400, Portland, OR

Eastern Oregon University is a public university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in La Grande, Oregon, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 4,100 students are enrolled per year at EOU.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students at EOU scored in a range of 860 - 1080 on the SAT. Roughly 70 percent of all students that applied were accepted at EOU, with 59 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at eou.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $7,800 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Some students at Eastern Oregon University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at EOU through the NAIA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastern Oregon University offers a master'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

• 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).