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A Business Management major, also referred to as a Business Administration major, is a general business program for those who want a broad business education with additional focus on the knowledge needed to be an effective manager. These programs cover all areas of business including accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, computer information systems, and operations management. This major is a good choice for someone who wants to run a small business or who wants to keep all career options open rather than be limited to one area such as marketing or finance.

Job opportunities for Business Management graduates vary greatly depending on the industry and the type of job an individual is looking for. High-paying management analyst positions are very competitive while other entry-level jobs in growing industries will be relatively easy to find.

Degree Options

Associate's Degree - A graduate of an associate's degree program in business management will be prepared for an entry-level position such as administrative assistant, retail manager or office manager. Many students choose to continue on to earn a bachelor's degree.
Bachelor's Degree - A bachelor's degree program is a flexible program that will prepare students for an entry-level job in any industry.
Master's Degree - As discussed in the BrainTrack MBA degrees article, MBA graduates are ready to take on more responsibility and leadership in their area of concentration.

Schools

Degrees in Business Management or Business Administration are offered by most universities and many traditional and online colleges. Business schools are oftentimes part of a larger university or college but are sometimes stand-alone schools that only offer business degrees. Online schools are becoming more popular as a source of business management degrees, especially for students who are working at the same time they attend school.

Coursework

In addition to general education courses, business management majors will take courses such as the following:

Accounting
Finance
Information Technology
Economics
Marketing
Managerial and Interpersonal Behavior
International Business
Managing a Diverse Workforce
Strategy, Policy & Planning

Aptitudes and Interests

Those who choose to major in Business Management should have natural leadership abilities and be the type of person who initiates change. They should be able to make decisions easily, have good time management skills and strong communication skills. Being able to see both the big picture and delve into details is important.

Career Options

Every organization needs people with management skills so the types of careers a Business Management major can pursue are virtually unlimited. The industries in which they can work are also limitless and include commercial, non-profit and government organizations. Some general career options a business management major may pursue include the following:

General Manager
Entrepreneur / Business Owner
Product Manager
International Subsidiary Manager
Management Analyst/ Management Consultant
Operations Manager
Project Manager
Advertising Manager
Sales Manager

Related Majors

These days there are degrees that are more specific than the traditional business management or business administration degree. For individuals who have a specific career in mind, these majors should be considered. Some options include:

International Business Management
Entrepreneurship
Operations Management
Non-profit Management
Hotel Management
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Human Resources Management
Management Science

How to Evaluate Business Management Programs

When choosing a Business Management program, the following factors should be considered:

Program Options – Schools offer different concentration areas such as international business, non-profit management, etc., so students should pick a program that includes areas that match their career interests.
Instructor Background - The best programs have instructors with real-world relevant business experience.
Accreditation - Business programs should be accredited by one of the six regional accrediting agencies and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Convenience - Programs that offer some or all of their classes online may be a good choice for people who will be commuting to school or who have to fit school in with a job or family responsibilities.

Free Online Coursework

To gain a greater understanding of what courses would be like in a business management degree program, review the free course information listed below.

MIT's Sloan School of Management has made business courses available online for free to the public.
The International Institute of Business Management has free online business seminars available to the public.

Resources

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

The American Management Association

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