Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Pennsylvania State University – Brandywine 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Brandywine

777 West Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Media, PA and publically funded. Approximately 1,600 students are enrolled annually at Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine.

Areas of study offered at Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine include:

• Business Administration
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Communications
• United States Studies
• Elementary Education

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine. Scores between 18 to 21 on the ACT or 1270 to 1600 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. Approximately 80% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 36% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $14,000, while out-of-state residents pay $21,000 per year. Some students at Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students should visit the school's http://www.brandywine.psu.edu/ to see additional information.

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

• Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
  • Total Employment: 680
  • Average Hourly Rate: $83.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $173690

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

• Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $119370

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

• Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $108270

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

• Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
  • Total Employment: 690
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $97120

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