Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 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 Colorado colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

1380 Lawrence Street, Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400, Denver, CO

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately nine thousand students enroll at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs annually.

Areas of study offered at UCCS include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 970 - 1190 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 - 26 on the ACT is common among students admitted to UCCS. 68% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 39 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,800 annually. Some students at UCCS may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs website to see a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Colorado at Colorado Springs has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 570
  • Average Hourly Rate: $109.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $226930

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Hourly Rate: $66.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $137960

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $69.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $145380

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $108300

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