What the School Says

This bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix is designed to prepare students to successfully navigate the demands of the business world. Students will learn how to handle issues dealing with human resources, finance and accounting, analysis, economics, leadership and decision making, and marketing and communications. As such, students can expect to take courses like Principles of Economics, Business Information Systems, Principles of Accounting, Business Communication, Management Theory, Practice and Application, Research and Evaluation, Finance and Business, Business Law, Marketing, Integrated Business Topics, Project Management, Organizational Behavior, and more. In order to apply, students must submit the appropriate material, including a high school diploma or GED, official transcripts from any previously attended college, and proof of current employment. Students must also be current US citizens and complete all required application material. The Bachelor of Science in Business degree from the University of Phoenix is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

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What We Say

Students that graduate with a bachelor's degree in business administration have a wide range of career opportunities to choose from. Many enter the workforce as budget analysts and work for corporations or financial institutions developing, maintaining, and organizing budgets. These professionals often work as part of financial or budgetary departments and analyze budgets for new ways their employers can save money. They are also tasked with uncovering ways corporations can distribute funds and resources more effectively. The employment outlook for these professionals is very positive, as the profession is expected to grow faster than average, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Budget analysts generally earn around $65,000 per year, depending on their experience level, locality, and place of employment. Some graduates also enter the workforce as cost estimators. These professionals, the majority of which work for the construction industry, attempt to estimate the costs and other factors of upcoming projects. They attempt to forecast the scale, budget, human resource needs, and length of these projects so their employers can decide on the project's profitability. Cost estimators earn around $56,000 per year.