Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at University of Alabama in Huntsville 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 Alabama colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)

1200 Taylor Rd, Montgomery, AL

UAH is a public institution located in Huntsville, AL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Nearly 7,600 students enroll at UAH per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to UAH achieve an SAT score between 1020 - 1300, or an ACT score within the range of 22 - 29. 64% of applicants are admitted to University of Alabama in Huntsville, of which 54% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at University of Alabama in Huntsville varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $8,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $6,000. UAH may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

University of Alabama in Huntsville offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UAH has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

• Montgomery, AL
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $100.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $209150

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

• Montgomery, AL
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $118260

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

• Montgomery, AL
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $114990

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

• Montgomery, AL
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $86230

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