College of Business & Management

Business Administration Careers Overview

With steady growth in business careers expected for many years to come, knowledgeable professionals will be able to choose from many career opportunities. Employers are on the lookout for qualified individuals in areas such as accounting, finance, sales and marketing, security, and project management. There is an even greater demand for experts in international business, health services management, and human resources. No matter what path you choose, a DeVry University education can equip you to step right into today's most rewarding business careers.

Areas of Opportunity

When you earn your bachelor's degree in Business Administration from DeVry University, you'll be equipped for a specialized business administration career in one of the following areas:

  • Accounting
  • Business Information Systems
  • Finance
  • Health Services Management
  • Hospitality Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Operations Management
  • Project Management
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Security Management
  • Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship
  • Technical Communication

Industries

Business administration careers are found in nearly every industry, including:

  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Finance
  • Government
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Education
  • Communications
  • Retail
  • Marketing

Career Options

For related career paths, see all degree programs offered by the College of Business & Management.

The DeVry University Career Advantage

Whether you are looking to attend a traditional campus or an online university, DeVry University is the place where you can gain the skills, credentials, and respect you need to succeed the world of business administration. The proof is in the numbers. For October '07, February '08, and June '08 classes in all DeVry programs and locations combined, 92% of DeVry graduates in the active job market held positions in their chosen field within 6 months of graduation and earned an average salary of $45,000.