The knowledge of management strategies, policy, communications, economics, psychology, and sociology gained from a major in Business Management provides a strong career foundation for work in human resources, general management, account services, and marketing and communications for small and large businesses and organizations in a broad range of fields. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in business administration, economics, or public policy.
Potential Career Areas:
- Management
- Human resources
- Business ownership
- Marketing
- Communications
- Policy
- Public relations
- Financial advising
- Consulting
Sample Employers:
- Businesses
- Corporations
- Nonprofit organizations
- Human resources departments
- Self-employed (business ownership)
- Consulting firms
- Colleges and universities
- Marketing firms
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Human Resources Manager
|
$61,500 - $99,200
|
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Management Analyst
|
$43,900 - $78,200
|
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Training and Development Manager
|
$50,500 - $89,200
|
|
Administrative Support Supervisor
|
$28,900 - $47,500
|
|
Nonprofit Human Resources Director
|
$45,000 - $51,677
|
|
General Manager
|
$47,300 - $94,400
|
|
Compensation and Benefits Manager
|
$52,100 - $89,300
|
|
Business Continuity Planner
|
$33,800 - $62,400
|
|
Contract Administrator
|
$46,500 - $64,500
|
|
Market Research Analyst
|
$45,000 - $67,000
|
|
Management Consultant
|
$59,000 - $83,500
|
|
Public Relations Manager
|
$49,700 - $91,800
|
|
Operations Research Analyst
|
$50,000 - $69,500
|
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Logistics Manager
|
$52,000 - $79,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).