What can I do with this degree?
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - BUSINESS STUDIES
AREA: ACCOUNTING
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Tax Planning
and Compliance
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Auditing
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Information Systems
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Management Advising Services
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General Accounting
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Cost Accounting
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Public Accounting
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Corporate Accounting
EMPLOYERS
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Public accounting firms
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Government agencies
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Banks and other financial institutions
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Nonprofit organizations
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Health care industry
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Service and manufacturing companies
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Consulting practices
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Private practice
STRATEGIES
Plan on a five-year program to meet requirements
for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) status. Develop advanced computer
skills. Gain related experience through
internships. Become familiar with specialized certification programs.
Develop
mathematical and problem solving abilities, excellent communication
skills, the ability to work well with people, a high energy level,
and an attention
to detail.
AREA: ECONOMICS
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Research
and Forecasting
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Economic Advising
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Teaching
EMPLOYERS
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Financial institutions
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Trade and labor organizations
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Government agencies
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Insurance companies
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Educational institutions
STRATEGIES
Earn a graduate degree for advanced positions.
Develop a strong background in math and statistics. Learn to think
in theoretical terms and apply knowledge
to practical situations. Gain experience through an internship.
AREA: FINANCE
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Corporate
Financial Management
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Banking
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Personal Financial Planning
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Real Estate
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Insurance
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Money Management
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Investment Banking
EMPLOYERS
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Banks and other financial institutions
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Financial planning agencies
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Insurance companies
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Real estate brokers or agencies
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Government agencies
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Corporations
STRATEGIES
Take additional courses in math, statistics,
and accounting to develop strong quantitative skills. Develop strong
interpersonal and communication skills.
Cultivate an eye for detail. Gain experience through internships
or summer and part-time positions. Join student professional associations
in the field of
finance.
AREA: GENERAL BUSINESS
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Management
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Sales
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Marketing
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Insurance: Sales, Claims, and Underwriting
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Banking
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Human Resources
EMPLOYERS
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Retail stores
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Hotels and restaurants
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Banks and other financial institutions
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Insurance companies
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Government agencies
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Nonprofit organizations
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Self-employment
STRATEGIES
Gain leadership experience through participation
in student organizations.
Get hands-on experience in area of interest through part-time and
summer jobs or internships. Develop a career direction and convey
area of interest to employers.
AREA: MANAGEMENT
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General
Management
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Human Resources
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Office Systems
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Operations
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Production Management
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Quality Control
EMPLOYERS
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Retail and other service industries
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Manufacturing firms
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Government agencies
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Nonprofit organizations
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Banks and other financial institutions
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Hotels and restaurants
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Health care industry
STRATEGIES
Develop strong interpersonal and communication
skills. Obtain leadership roles in student organizations. Get related
experience in area of interest through
internships or part-time and summer jobs. Build competency
in statistics and computer systems for operations management.
AREA: MARKETING
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Sales
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Customer Relations
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Purchasing/Procurement
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Retail
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Banking
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Market Research
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Brand/Product Management
EMPLOYERS
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Profit and nonprofit organizations
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Product and service organizations
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Manufacturers
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Financial companies
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Insurance companies
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Print and electronic media
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Retail industry
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Consulting firms
STRATEGIES
Obtain sales experience through jobs
and internships. Develop excellent communication and interpersonal
skills. Demonstrate a high energy level. Get leadership experience.
Obtain an MBA for most brand management, consulting, and research
opportunities.
AREA: STATISTICS
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Analysis/Research
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Quality Assurance
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Actuarial Science
EMPLOYERS
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Government agencies
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Banks and other financial institutions
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Health care industry
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Manufacturers
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Nonprofit organizations
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Insurance companies
STRATEGIES
Acquire advanced knowledge of computers.
Take additional courses in accounting, marketing, economics, and
finance. Complete a co-op or internship.
AREA: TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS
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Scheduling
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Physical Distribution
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Planning and Regulation
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Transportation Carrier Management
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Materials Management
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Customer Service
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Purchasing
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Consulting
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Third Party Logistics
EMPLOYERS
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Motor carrier, railroad, airline, pipeline
and water transportation industries
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Manufacturing firms
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Distribution centers
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Warehousers
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Public transit systems
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Government agencies
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Armed forces
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Software and consulting firms
STRATEGIES
Gain experience through part-time and
summer jobs or internships.
Develop information technology, analytical, and quantitative skills
through courses and work.
Participate in leadership of student organizations.
Develop decision-making ability.
Learn to work well in a team and to work effectively with a wide
variety of people.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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General business is a broad
area that leads to many opportunities. Students should clearly define
their goals and seek related experiences to reach those
goals.
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Gaining relevant experience through part-time and summer jobs or internships
is critical.
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Many desirable skills can be developed through participation in and leadership
of student organizations.
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Get involved in professional associations in field of interest.
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Develop and utilize a personal network of contacts. Once in a position, find
a mentor.
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Consider earning an MBA after gaining work experience to reach the highest
levels of business management.
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Learn to work well in a team and effectively with a wide variety of people.
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Strong communication skills, including public speaking, are important to achieving
success in this field.
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