Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Francis Marion 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 South Carolina colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Francis Marion University

601 E River Street, Anderson, SC

Francis Marion University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Florence, South Carolina and publically funded. Enrollment at Francis Marion University exceeds four thousand per year.

Areas of study available at FMU include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1230 - 1560 on the SAT and between 17 - 22 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Francis Marion University. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Francis Marion University, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

Tuition & fees at Francis Marion University vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $9,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs around $4,100 each year. Francis Marion University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The FMU Patriots participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's http://www.fmarion.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Francis Marion University has offered the following degree 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

• Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
  • Total Employment: 590
  • Average Hourly Rate: $77.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $160350

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

• Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $99380

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

• Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
  • Total Employment: 780
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $106230

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

• Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $79810

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