Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Morrisville State College 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 New York colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Morrisville State College

2350 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, NY

Morrisville State College, located in Morrisville, New York, is a college within the State University of New York. The school has two campuses, one in Morrisville and the other in Norwich, serving those areas as both a two year and four year institution.

At one point the college was considered one of the most technologically advanced in the country. The school maintains its interest in remaining competitive,  offering new methods of education and increased quality of life, such as the recent program replace land lines in dormitories with cell phones for each student. The school was among the first to adopt campus wide wireless internet access.

Academics

Morrisville State College offers bachelor and associate degree programs, as well as a limited number of certificate programs. Initially the school was a junior college, but expanded to offer four year educational opportunities. The school has a large number of associate programs and a growing list of bachelor degree programs. The goal of the school is to provide a quality education that meets the needs of its students, whether such needs are vocational or academic.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Morrisville State College must complete and submit the application, provide all transcripts and test scores, and be a high school graduate or equivalent. Students apply to particular programs rather than the school itself, thus different programs may have additional requirements that must be met for consideration.

Students in need of financial aid must obtain a federal Personal Identification Number (PIN) and submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office may need additional information and it is advised that students consult the office during the financial aid application process. Awards are available in the form of grants, loans, and scholarships at the federal and state level.

Athletics

Previously a member of the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA), Morrisville State College is now a member of the National College Athletics Association (NCAA), Division III. As a member of the NJCAA, the school had won several national championships. Athletic programs are available during specific seasons:

Fall athletic programs:

• Field Hockey
• Football
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Cross Country

Winter athletic programs:

• Ice Hockey
• Hunt Seat Equestrian
• Western Equestrian
• Basketball

Spring athletic programs:

• Lacrosse
• Softball

In addition to intercollegiate programs, intramural sports are available to students wishing to compete on a friendly level with one another.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

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

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor'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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $105.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $220160
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $111.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $232340

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $68.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $141670
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 15
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $170110

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $168810
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $77.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $161050

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $120150
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $60.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $125930

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