Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Morehead 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 Kentucky colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Morehead State University

512 E. Stephens St, Midway, KY

Morehead State University, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Morehead, KY, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately eight thousand students enroll at MSU per year.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are between 19 - 24 on the ACT, or 940 - 1140 on the SAT. Approximately 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 54% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $7,600 and out-of-state residents pay $19,000 for the year. Some students at Morehead State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The MSU "Eagles" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who would like to learn more about Morehead State University can take a look at their website at moreheadstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Morehead State University offers a bachelor's degree program in business administration.

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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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 560
  • Average Hourly Rate: $89.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $185720

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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $91700

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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $92590

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).