Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Hazleton 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 – Penn State Hazleton

2201 University Drive, Lemont Furnace, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Hazleton, PA, the school offers a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton exceeds 1,300 yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton offers:

• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Business Administration
• Liberal Arts
• Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton. Scores between 18 to 24 on the ACT or 1210 to 1550 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of admission. An estimated 90% of all applicant were accepted at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton, with 42% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

The tuition at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is around $5,200 per year. Students at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

Students who wish to view more about Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton may visit their website at http://www.hn.psu.edu/.

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $94.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $196580

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 14
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $123890

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $67.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $141230

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $89600

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