Business processes play a role in just about any career field, from finance to fine art.
The bachelor’s of science in Business Administration at Maryville University is designed to maximize your flexibility in the working world and lay the groundwork for any business you choose to enter.
You will study the functional areas of business such as marketing, economics, finance, management and operations. Students also develop an understanding of the legal, social and ethical environment in which businesses operate. The broad course of study will prepare you for business administration careers in management in fields such as client relations, logistics, human resources, business analysis, operations.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION STUDENTS
ALUMNI TESTIMONIAL
WHY MARYVILLE
Business administration majors travel to Walt Disney World during winter break to learn valuable lessons in business administration, leadership and self-discovery as participants in the Disney Youth Education Series for college students.
Maryville partners with corporate and civic organizations in the greater St. Louis region and beyond to provide students with opportunities to experience hands-on involvement in real-world projects. Partners of the university include:
• Edward Jones
• Maritz
• Rawlings
• Mercy
Chris Gourdine, assistant dean for the business administration program and assistant professor of business administration, is an ASC-certified Six Sigma Black Belt, who owns a doctorate in management. He served over 20 years in the United States Air Force and worked as the director of strategic partnerships and business intelligence for PAL Services Inc.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION STUDENTS
ALUMNI TESTIMONIAL
WHY MARYVILLE
With a degree in business administration you’ll be prepared to run your own business, become an entrepreneur or take on a leadership role in an organization. You’ll also develop an understanding of the legal, social, and ethical environment in which businesses operate and how businesses impact their environment and plan and communicate a shared vision for the organization. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, high-level business roles – in charge of planning, directing and coordinating the supportive services of an organization – will remain important in a wide range of industries.
SALARY
TOP 10%
$163,480
MEDIAN
$94,020
JOB GROWTH
10%
ESTIMATED
through 2026
28,500 NEW JOBS THROUGH 2026
LARGEST EMPLOYERS
in this field:
*Data on this page provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
*Data on this page provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.