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Business Administration Degree
The business administration program at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 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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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (Ship)
1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Slippery Rock, PA, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at SRU is nearly eight thousand per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering Technology
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1380 - 1630 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to SRU. SRU has an admissions rate of around 67 percent of which only 39 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,400 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $6,700 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to view more about this school may visit their website at http://www.sru.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ship has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 51 |
Master's Degree | 23 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 33 |
Female | 41 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 2 |
Black | 4 |
Hispanic | 2 |
White | 59 |
Multiple Races | 4 |
Non Resident Alien | 2 |
Unknown | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Business Administration program at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Ship accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania may offer student services like:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball