Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Georgia Southwestern State 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 Georgia colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Georgia Southwestern State University

Also known as GSW, Georgia Southwestern

225 North Ave, Atlanta, GA

Georgia Southwestern State University provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Americus, GA and publically funded. Enrollment at GSW exceeds three thousand annually.

Areas of study available at Georgia Southwestern State University include:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to GSW earn an SAT score within the range of 890 to 1060, or an ACT score in a range of 17 to 20. Georgia Southwestern State University accepts around 70% of applicants yearly. Of those students admitted, about 48% attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $5,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $15,000 annually. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $3,800 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Georgia Southwestern State University Hurricanes participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered include:

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

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at gsw.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Georgia Southwestern State University has offered the following program 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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $199950

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 56
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $125010

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 11
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $126610

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $95930

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