Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Lehigh Valley 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 Lehigh Valley

2809 Saucon Valley Road, Center Valley, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Lehigh Valley is a public institution located in Center Valley, PA and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school enrolls 920 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including:

• Elementary Education
• Business Administration
• Psychology
• Commerce
• Liberal Arts

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to this school achieve an SAT score in a range of 1270 - 1660, or an ACT composite score within the range of 19 - 25. Roughly 90 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Lehigh Valley, with 36 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Lehigh Valley varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. Some students at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Lehigh Valley may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.an.psu.edu/ to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Lehigh Valley has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Hourly Rate: $88.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $184790

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

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $119780

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

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 640
  • Average Hourly Rate: $64.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $134560

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

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $98410

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