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Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at University of California – Riverside 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 California colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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University of California – Riverside

405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA

UCR boasts an excellent faculty that includes honored scholars and active researchers. UCR has been ranked among the top universities by U.S. News & World Report. According to a Washington Monthly 2011 report, it is ranked fifth in the nation among universities that contribute to the public good.

Students at UCR address issues that are critical to developing communities, participating in study programs that explore water, energy, air, transportation, politics, history, culture, the arts, and healthcare. UCR offers more than 80 bachelor's degree programs, 46 master's degree programs, 38 doctoral programs, and 17 teaching and administration credential programs.

History

After approval by the University of California Regents, the College of Letters and Science was founded in Riverside in 1954. It was declared a "general campus" in 1959. In 1960, the Graduate Division was established. Since those early years, the University of California - Riverside has grown from a small college to a top research university.

Academics

The academic calendar for UCR follows the quarter system, with fall, winter, spring and summer quarters. The summer quarter is called "Summer Session."

Colleges and Schools

The colleges and schools of UCR include:

  • College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CHASS)
  • College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (CNAS)
  • Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering (BCoE)
  • School of Business Administration (SOBA)
  • The A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM)
  • Graduate School of Education (GSOE)
  • The Division of Biomedical Sciences (partners with UCLA to offer a path to a medical degree)
  • School of Medicine (projected to enroll its first class in Fall 2012) 

The UCR University Extension offers continuing education to the community as well as English instruction to thousands of international students each year.

Student Life

UCR is a very active campus, with more than 300 student clubs and activities to get involved in. There are many fine arts and musical performances available on and around campus, with many student discounts or free activities available for entertainment and recreation. Greek Life is also active at UCR, with many local chapters of fraternities and sororities. The local community of Riverside around campus also offers many opportunities for culture, recreation and entertainment.

Student services include an academic resource center, student counseling, health and wellness, on campus dining, and more.

Traditions

The traditional colors of University of California - Riverside are blue and gold. The school mascot is a bear. The athletic teams are nicknamed the UCR "Highlanders."

The UCR Bell Tower and Carillon is a landmark tower on campus that reaches more than 160 feet into the sky. Within the top of the tower is a musical instrument comprised of nearly 50 tuned brass bells. The bells range in weight from 28 pounds to 5,091 pounds. It is a campus tradition for Carillon concerts to be played throughout the year.

Athletics

The UCR "Highlanders" athletics teams participate in many intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

Community Life

UCR students have much to enjoy in the Inland Southern California region in and around Riverside ("R'side"). There are many restaurants for fine dining, shopping venues, theatres and concert houses, museums and art galleries, parks and outdoor recreation areas, and more. Many theme parks and Southern California attractions are within easy driving distance of the UCR campus.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of California – Riverside has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree620
Master's Degree119
Doctorate Degree0

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male375
Female364

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian335
Black15
Hispanic181
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders2
White65
Multiple Races18
Non Resident Alien111
Unknown12

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

Upon completion of the Business Administration program at University of California – Riverside, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

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

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

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

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 University of California – Riverside accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, University of California – Riverside may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of California – Riverside is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Big West Conference)
  • Basketball (Big West Conference)
  • Track and Field (Big West Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball