Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Worthington Scranton 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 Worthington Scranton

Old Route 115, Lehman, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Worthington Scranton is a public school that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled yearly at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Worthington Scranton.

A list of some of the programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1230 to 1550 on the SAT, or 20 to 22 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of 88% of which only 50% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found by calling the school or completing the form here.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $14,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the Scranton website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Hourly Rate: $82.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $171930

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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $109200

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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $109940

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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $96140

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