Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Morgan 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 Maryland colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Morgan State University

51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD

Morgan State University is a public historically black institution located in Baltimore, Maryland. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Enrollment at MSU exceeds seven thousand yearly.

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

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

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Morgan State University. A score between 820 to 980 on the SAT, or 16 to 19 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. Approximately 50 percent of all applicant were admitted at MSU, with 38 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at morgan.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,600 and nonresidents pay $18,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $6,200 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The MSU Bears participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

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

Students can visit the Morgan State University website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $99.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $207090

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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 53
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $146890

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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $75.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $157910

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

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $107220

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