Business Administration
Business Administration Department
Advising Information
Advisor: Candice Nyman
Office: Business 309
Phone Number 435.797.2272
Email: candice.nyman@business.usu.edu
Why choose a degree in business administration?
The business administration major is a general degree that recognizes that most business students will have multiple business responsibilities throughout their career. This degree provides broad cross-discipline experience in the core business areas of operations, finance, and marketing.
What types of jobs are available to those with a degree in operations management?
A business administration degree will provide broad cross-disciplinary experience in the core business areas of operations, finance, and marketing.
Degree path in business administration
Strategies to prepare for a job in Business Administration
- Gain experience through internships, summer and part time experience.
- Develop strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Expand an eye for detail
- Increase the ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Join student professional associations in the field of finance, marketing or operations.
- Enhance decision-making ability.
Student Experiences
"In choosing my undergraduate degree, I wanted to select a path that would suit my occupational desires both short and long term. From the beginning of my college career, I have had profound interests in all aspects of business, including: operations, finance, and marketing. The business administration major covered these areas and was able to fulfill my aspirations."
"To accomplish my goals, the Business Administration Department created an outlined path for me to follow from the beginning. This path led me through my college career in an organized and determined approach and I arrived at the finish line in the most efficient manner possible. The business administration major has equipped me with the tools and knowledge required to become a marketable and versatile asset to the business industry."
Ryan Forsberg
"The financial industry has always intrigued me, but completely understanding it seemed like a daunting task. Through my years of study and learning, the Business Administration Department exceeded my expectations in helping me understand the industry. Many of the professors in the Business Administration Department have real-life industry experience, and have excelled in their respective fields. It is because of these teachers and friends, that I feel prepared to enter the work world as a confident and competent financial consultant."
Jordan Collins